Accomplished Partner at Celebration Associates with a proven track record in designing and developing mixed-use communities, including the governance and infrastructure management. Leveraged customer research and market analysis skills at Knight Kiplinger to guide the development of Martin County's largest mixed-use project, Newfield. As Chairman at Clear Springs Development Company, strategically led the planning and execution of several community projects, demonstrating exceptional leadership and performance analysis capabilities.
Provided guidance on designing and managing the largest mixed use community in Martin County, named Newfield
Provided guidance on how the manage the development with a third party developer
Developed a master plan to guide the Close Family's 6000 acre Clear Springs Plan for several communities e.g. Village of Baxter, Kingsley and Springfield's residential community
Acted as Chairman and CEO for these communities until 2016, then became Chairman Emeritus and still maintain involvement on strategic topics
Customer Research and strategy
Market research
Performance Analysis
Customer Relationship Building