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ERIN POWERS

Crestwood,MO

Summary

Experienced manager with 12+ years in commercial real estate and team leadership. Recognized for customer service excellence and client-centric approach. Committed to implementing best practices, strategic planning, and promoting an inclusive work environment. Passionate about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and creating a supportive space for employees and clients to thrive and build meaningful relationships.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Real Estate Manager

CASEY'S GENERAL STORES, INC.
05.2022 - Current
  • Managed property acquisition strategies in Missouri, Arkansas and Illinois to enhance portfolio value and align with company objectives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline real estate processes and improve operational efficiency.
  • Cultivated relationships with brokers, developers, economic development groups and municipalities
  • Completed market research, site selection and design, extensive financial analysis on expected performance.
  • Leveraged strong negotiation skills to secure favorable contracts resulting in cost savings for overall development budget of $62.4 MM and exceeding annual goals.
  • Interpreted city, county, and state code requirements to ensure development ability of identified sites.

Sr. Manager, Real Estate Development

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw facility management, portfolio lease administration and transaction management teams in the best interest of the client while maintaining focus on overall strategy and planning.
  • Managed real estate functions, contracts, and negotiations to meet expectations of multiple clients occupying retail, office, and industrial locations
  • Coordinated development, site selection, and lease negotiations and day-to-day transaction work.
  • Ensured mutually agreed processes and tools are utilized and provide tracking and reporting of services to client
  • Ownership of hiring and on-boarding of new team members along with monthly revenue reporting and invoicing.

Sr. Manager, Transaction Management

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
12.2018 - 10.2021
  • Negotiated 160+ real estate transactions to accomplish, renewals, relocations and net new leases for Fortune 25 International client. Completed $40M in transaction value and negotiated rent savings exceeding $2.1M
  • Created and implemented best practices with process playbooks and standardized templates for transaction team
  • Assisted in client strategy planning for consolidation and synergy efforts to decrease overall footprint in medical office use space

Associate Program and Project Manager

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
08.2018 - 11.2018
  • Led development and planning review process to ensure the client was permit ready for first- and second-generation space as well as ground up development
  • Coordinated construction handoff, project management delivery and reporting
  • Completed planning review, permit submission and financial close out package preparation for 36 locations withing 3,000 – 6,000 SF range

Platform Manager, Transaction Management

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Onboarded new clients and brokerage led accounts to transition to standardized transaction management process
  • Assisted existing clients to drive operational efficiencies and effectiveness
  • Developed and optimized processes as well as provided best practices to clients and other employees

Manager, Transaction Management

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
06.2016 - 06.2017
  • Managed transaction team to ensure processes and expectations were being met and took over hiring and onboarding processes
  • Led weekly reporting and progress calls to update client on transaction and project statues
  • Accountable for end to end process for several retail clients to support them from design concept to open for business
  • Design and architectural plan reviews, bid negotiations, general contractor sourcing and management throughout lifecycle of the project

Transaction Coordinator

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
07.2012 - 05.2016
  • Negotiated renewal and new lease transactions while preparing market and financial analyses
  • Managed utility set up with third party vendor
  • Took lead role in client Upgrade renovation program including network room set up and brand signage coordination and installation on over 100 locations

Waitress and Hostess

BOOGALOO, LLC
05.2007 - 03.2017
  • Organized promotional events and managed social media posts while coordinating with external partners to increase sales
  • Trained and mentored new waitstaff on best practices in service techniques and restaurant policies.
  • Known for multitasking and conflict resolution while sustaining composure and exceeding restaurant sales goals
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest needs and ensuring satisfaction.

Marketing Call Center Manager and Supervisor

METLIFE FINANCIAL
02.2010 - 06.2012
  • Managed and advised call center employees, tracked appointments and corresponded with MetLife Advisors to resolve client issues.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Introduced new contract for Advisors to sign up with the Lead Management Team
  • Planned and organized financial and retirement education seminars

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Missouri Southern State University

Skills

  • Real estate transactions
  • Contract and lease negotiations
  • Project and construction management
  • Cultural Intelligence
  • Clear verbal and written communication
  • Organization and attention to detail

Technical Skills

  • CoStar
  • Tango, Kalibrate, Salesforce, Reflex
  • Smartsheets
  • MS Office & Teams
  • Coupa

Certification

Missouri Real Estate Salesperson

Timeline

Real Estate Manager

CASEY'S GENERAL STORES, INC.
05.2022 - Current

Sr. Manager, Real Estate Development

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
11.2021 - 05.2022

Sr. Manager, Transaction Management

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
12.2018 - 10.2021

Associate Program and Project Manager

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
08.2018 - 11.2018

Platform Manager, Transaction Management

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
07.2017 - 07.2018

Manager, Transaction Management

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
06.2016 - 06.2017

Transaction Coordinator

CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
07.2012 - 05.2016

Marketing Call Center Manager and Supervisor

METLIFE FINANCIAL
02.2010 - 06.2012

Waitress and Hostess

BOOGALOO, LLC
05.2007 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Missouri Southern State University
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