DAN MARTIN
LAS VEGAS
Summary
Highly accomplished, results-oriented operations executive with over twenty-five years' experience in the construction industry, completing deadline driven multi-billion projects. Specialization in operational restructuring, turn-around and expansion, including extensive international experience with verifiable results. Demonstrated record of exceeding profitability goals and driving operational excellence. Champion of a solid foundation of customer satisfaction. Well developed employee relations, management and training qualifications demonstrated by higher-than-average retention rates. Adept at conducting financial and operational analysis to support successful completion of time sensitive goals/projects. Seasoned financial manager with broad experience in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. Skilled in optimizing financial processes and leading teams to exceed corporate goals through innovative strategies and efficient resource allocation. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and financial health within diverse organizations. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data and recommend actionable solutions that drive growth and profitability.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
MARKET PRESIDENT
Synergos Companies
Las Vegas
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Recruited to run the operations for Synergos working to improve processes, budgetary goal achievement, and infuse proper KPI's for each division.
- Increased operating income by 19.37% within the first year
- Oversaw purchase of 51-million-dollar lumber plant and facility in Jean, NV
- Managed 1,440 employees in Las Vegas and Reno
- Worked closely with legal team on various issues and challenges
- Liaised and coordinated business between Focus, Synergos and our parent company Asahi Kasei
- Drafted and supported all safety goals for the Nevada division
- Hired qualified team to support the Synergos business model
- Worked with the fleet operations manager to bring Feetio and Samsara to Focus companies
- Synergos companies owns a group of subcontractors in Florida, Arizona and Nevada. In Las Vegas, they own Focus companies which consist of Framing, Concrete, Plumbing, Electrical and Fire Protection.
CEO
Nic Abbey Luxury Homes
San Antonio
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Recruited to take full operational control of a luxury builder and position the company for expansion into stronger and more profitable markets.
- Assumed executive accountability in all aspects of business and construction including land negotiations, purchases, positions, land development, construction, P&L oversight and all operational productivity.
- Oversee purchasing, marketing, client relationships to breed stronger efficiencies into the company.
- Restructured, finance and warranty departments and implemented consistent and effective training programs throughout the company.
- Increased the revenue by 26% in the first seven months
- Oversaw the land acquisition, doubling lots under our control
- Implemented 'Customer Care walk-through program' to ensure quality delivery to clientele
- Negotiated material supply shortages and labor challenges while shrinking build time
- Nic Abbey is a high-end luxury home builder with over 20 years specializing in exclusive neighborhoods in San Antonio, Texas.
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS, GOZZER RANCH - BAKERS BAY
Discovery Land Company
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Recruited to international executive position to course correct and spearhead the specialty and construction operations, consisting of 12 self-performing divisions and forty-five active construction projects.
- Revitalized stagnant revenue growth through a new vision and seizing strategic revenue-generating opportunities.
- Initiated quarterly/annual strategic planning, developed monthly financial reporting to maximize profitability and reduce overhead.
- Introduced business and professional training and mentoring of Divisions' leaders.
- Provided leadership in resolving urgent situations and orchestrating crisis management to achieve rapid results while balancing priorities such as managing vendor relationships and contracts, anticipating unforeseen risks and opportunities, facilitating annual and special audits, maintaining constant communication with key constituents and Division Leaders.
- Inherited Specialty Division operated at a 1.1 M annualized loss
- Turned around all Specialty Divisions after five (5) months to realize a 1.2 M net profit
- Managed all construction operations, leading 172 employees
- Created the Remodel Division, realizing a $480,000 net profit per year
- Developed and instituted a Home Turnover Program, and a Home Care Program
- Increased profitability by establishing monthly WIP reporting and monthly financial accountability
- Played key role in management of multiple construction teams to improve quality and accountability
- Discovery Land Company specializes in building private, residential club communities throughout the world with an exclusive collection of amenities. Premier player in the ultra-high-end resort/residential niche with 34 world class projects in their portfolio.
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OVER INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
MXI Corporation
Reno
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Recruited to drive business growth and oversee all international relations and expansion.
- Negotiated regulatory issues, logistical support and staffing in EU, Asia and North America.
- Collaborated with European Union authorities regarding product approvals, compliance regulations, warehouse and shipping negotiations.
- Advisory role for over 70,000 independent worldwide distributors.
- Managed and mentored corporate staff of forty-five employees.
- Successfully managed expansion into 34 countries
- Oversaw international operations in 41 countries
- Keynote speaker in over 100 corporate meetings in 22 countries
- $60 million-dollar manufacture and market leader of innovated health and wellness products with seven (7) distribution centers in 41 countries.
DIVISION PRESIDENT
Toll Brothers
Reno
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Volunteered to revitalize the struggling Reno Division with poor operations and low morale.
- Installed procedural and operational controls to increase net revenues within the first year.
- Trained, tutored, and mentored Reno Division sales force, construction teams and office personnel.
- Negotiated land acquisitions to strengthen Toll Brothers positions in the Reno market.
- Drafted and managed all division budgets, including direct house costs, overhead, land development and soft costs.
- Established a much stronger marketing campaign and media relationships regarding all the Reno operations.
- Achieved revenue increase from $15M to over $140M within two years
- Earned #1 national ranking in customer satisfaction with an increase from 61% to 96%
- Winner of four (4) Banner Awards (Builders Association of Northern Nevada)
- Toll Brothers is an award-winning Fortune 500 company and leading builder of luxury homes in the United States focusing on designing, building, marketing and arranging financing for single family, multifamily and mixed-use communities.
DIVISION PRESIDENT / EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT - LAS VEGAS DIVISION
Toll Brothers
Las Vegas
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Promoted twice from 2000 to 2005 to oversee all aspects of sales training, marketing and construction for fourteen (14) communities under construction for Toll Brothers in Las Vegas.
- Negotiated land purchases, site development and infrastructure improvements, managed purchasing contracts and negotiation of subcontract agreements.
- Priced and managed all lot premiums for homes and oversaw the warranty service operations along with the quality control efforts relative to the Las Vegas Division.
- Handled all municipality mapping for communities within the Division.
SR. PROJECT MANAGER / PROJECT MANAGER - LAS VEGAS DIVISION
Toll Brothers
Las Vegas
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Promoted to manage multiple communities in the Las Vegas Division for Toll Brothers.
- Responsible for all aspects of sales, marketing and construction of assigned communities.
- Trained and mentored Project Managers negotiated all subcontracts and managed land development for all communities.
Education
Business Management -
UNLV
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Budget management
- KPI development
- Process optimization
- Contract negotiation
- Safety compliance
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Operational excellence
- Financial acumen
Hobbies and Interests
- Navy SEAL training class of 06/08
- Avid reader (business and military history)
- Two-time Ironman (2009/2010)
- Tennis
Key Value Offerings
- Leading turnaround of troubled divisions
- Resolving critical issues through negotiation
- Debt restructuring strategies/planning
- Reorganizing fragmented management
- Leading startup operations
- Driving aggressive cost reductions
- Land acquisition, business acquisition
- Repositioning operations and processes
- Capital initiatives, budget and forecasting
- Expert in SF/MF and commercial construction
Professional License
- Nevada State Contractors License (not active)
- Nevada Real Estate License (active)
- Northern Nevada Builders Association
Certification
General Contractors License (inactive)
Timeline
MARKET PRESIDENT
Synergos Companies
01.2023 - 01.2024
CEO
Nic Abbey Luxury Homes
01.2020 - 01.2022
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS, GOZZER RANCH - BAKERS BAY
Discovery Land Company
01.2016 - 01.2020
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OVER INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
MXI Corporation
01.2009 - 01.2016
DIVISION PRESIDENT
Toll Brothers
01.2005 - 01.2009
DIVISION PRESIDENT / EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT - LAS VEGAS DIVISION
Toll Brothers
01.2000 - 01.2005
SR. PROJECT MANAGER / PROJECT MANAGER - LAS VEGAS DIVISION
Toll Brothers
01.1995 - 01.2000
Business Management -
UNLV