Ernest E. Hogan

• Lead the organization as the chief executive officer and oversee all phases of operations and personnel with the objective of promoting neighborhood reinvestment. Cultivated strong relationships with Board and committees, enhancing their effectiveness in discharging duties and managing contracts with vendors, banks, funders, and government organizations. Keenly manage corporate records, operations and activities. Strengthen the relationship with PCRG key partners, the banks, government, political, service and neighborhood organizations. Serve as PCRG’s spokesperson; respond to media inquiries; develop and implement a proactive public relations plan to promote PCRG’s objectives. Implemented and managed PCRG programs through staff and established performance standards. Develop proposals and key relationships for funding on an annual basis, raising annually $2 Million for programs and operations. Launched PCRG two sister organizations Community Growth Fund, and non-profit Community Development Financial Institution “CDFI” under the US Treasury to help address the capital gaps of the local communities. Community Collaborative is a development arm to work in underserved communities, with a focus on for-sale housing for low-income and working families.
• Selected Contributions:
• Increased full-time workforce from four to eighteen to enhance operational capacity.
• Established CDFI Community Development Summit as a platform for industry learning and networking, the region’s premier learning exchange for the community development industry
• Obtained $30 million in operating grants to support organizational sustainability. and grew earned revenue from $10,000 to $600,000
• Championed creation and implementation of detailed Three Year Strategic Plan aimed at long-term growth through 2027.
• Developed community engagement strategy to enhance collaboration among local agencies. that has increased membership from 27 to 72 agencies in three counties
• Reestablished PCRG's position as a leading CDFI policy organization through strategic research initiatives, which is guided by its annual research projects.
• Elected to the National Community Reinvestment Coalition NCRC board and serve as Treasurer.
• Participated in the first Cleveland Federal Reserve Community Advisor Board.

• Experience as a real estate agent with 35 years experience which includes commercial and residential sales and secured by CPM in property management, conduct home-buying financing seminar. Seek out landmark properties. Determine client’s market area and create information packets and brochures. Conducted client prequalification interviews and determined eligibility. Act as primary contact between client and financial institutions. Negotiate sales agreements. Train sales associates.
• Identified significant contributions to team success.
• Compiled and finalized over 80 purchase and rehab loans, along with 40 special homeowner loans.
• Promoted and facilitated sales generating more than $2 million in annual volume.
• Managed leasing for more than 50,000 square feet of commercial real estate.

• Built and managed teams for development services, asset management, and long-range sustainability planning for the agency. Ensure organizational sales are met, including operational budget of $1.5 Million each year. Oversaw external partnerships with private developers to advance $100 million in new developments. Manage current $70 million infrastructure project. Work in partnership with Executive Director and CFO to provide stable management oversight for the agency. Developed and refined the executive director board strategic plans and annual work plans, set priorities for initial investment activities, and supervised the staff. Be the public face of ELDI at forums, press and media events, and conferences for the organization within the community development world.
• Established business model to build and foster a more efficient program of leadership and management resulting in a four-person staff able to develop 200 units yearly. Forecast, track, evaluate and report program results. Develop recommendations, proposals and presentations for clients, funding agencies, government entities, community groups and the public. Role includes implementing comprehensive development strategies for project conception through construction, redevelopment and construction financing, design, construction, marketing and sales or lease-up. Participate in city-wide policy and advocacy initiatives.
• Established business model to build and foster a more efficient program of leadership and management resulting in a four-person staff able to develop 200 units yearly. Forecast, track, evaluate and report program results. Develop recommendations, proposals and presentations for clients, funding agencies, government entities, community groups and the public. Role includes implementing comprehensive development strategies for project conception through construction, redevelopment and construction financing, design, construction, marketing and sales or lease-up. Participate in city-wide policy and advocacy initiatives.
• Developed full-service assembly line real estate development model to streamline project execution.
• Established an innovation and women entrepreneurs program and 2.5 million fund
• Advanced organization securing 400,000 annual operating grant
• Led organization effort to create and implement a comprehensive business plan
• Led organizational effort to create and implement comprehensive business plan, aligning strategies with community development goals.
• Managed the community and oversaw all real estate development.
• Directed strategic initiatives to enhance community development and revitalization efforts.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to align organizational goals with community needs and resources.
• Oversaw project management processes, ensuring timely completion of development projects within budgetary constraints.

• Supervised staff of seven, providing residential and commercial real estate development services and small business coordination for 13 Northside Pittsburgh community groups. Supported community members in developing grassroots advocacy for development initiatives. Developed comprehensive strategies from project conception to completion, including financing, design, construction, and marketing. Created project budgets and engaged in city-wide coalition building to address Northside needs.
• Selected Contributions:
• Raised funding for $600,000 annual program operating budget.
• Leverage $30 Million of investment into Northside communities.
• Secure $200,000 for development planning studies and start the Northside Development Strategy.
• Established Northside Community Loan Fund, achieving CDFI designation.
• Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success.
• Developed strategic initiatives to optimize resource allocation and improve staff productivity.
• Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
• Spearheaded process improvement projects that increased workflow efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
• Analyzed market trends to inform strategic decision-making and identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborated with executive leadership to align departmental goals with organizational objectives.
• Implemented performance metrics to assess project outcomes and ensure alignment with company standards.
• Facilitated training sessions to elevate skill sets of team members and promote knowledge sharing.
• Led teams of up to [7] personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
• Led teams of up to 7 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
• Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.

• Managed operations, leasing, maintenance, and capital improvements for private ownership group with over 500 units.
• Managed tenant relations, resolving issues and ensuring high satisfaction levels.
• Oversaw property maintenance, coordinating repairs and vendor services efficiently.
• Implemented budgetary controls, optimizing operational costs and enhancing profitability.

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