Geoffrey Roth
Hull,MA
Summary
Adaptable, team oriented, problem solver, skilled in streamlining processes, aligning real estate strategies with business goals, and exceeding internal stakeholder expectations.
Utilizes strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills to deliver successful outcomes on multiple projects simultaneously.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Real Estate
Ethos Veterinary Health
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Built high-performing project teams of 3rd party real estate professionals (architects, engineers, brokers, attorneys, etc.), managed capital budgets and project delivery with standardized workflows, reports, and well defined governance structures.
- Oversaw lease management and negotiation, facilities management, project management, architectural and engineering design, and managed landlord relations across 30 +/- portfolio locations.
- Mitigated legal exposure by adhering to stringent compliance standards in all aspects of real estate transactions.
- Successfully navigated complex zoning regulations to facilitate profitable developments while maintaining strong relationships with local municipalities.
- Analyzed markets, developed strategic plans and offered insightful direction to executives over all real estate activities (including transactions, strategy, facilities management and project management).
Owner
Linear Consulting
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Founded Linear Consulting to provide private label real estate department functionality for companies desirous of avoiding additional FTE expense.
- Built lean corporate real estate departments for middle market companies, advised on organizational design, and established account tools and best practices.
- Managed real estate services delivery for global projects, executed hundreds of transactions, established playbooks, and selected technology packages best suited for each individual client.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Director of Real Estate
Maarifa
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Contracted with leading Private Equity firm for site selection services and delivered multiple for profit education sites across Africa.
- Successfully managed lease administration, capital budgets, facilities management, design and construction, and furniture installations for 6 sites.
- Performed real estate due diligence on potential acquisition targets.
- Negotiated purchase contracts to acquire approved sites.
- Optimized asset performance through proactive property management initiatives, enhancing overall stakeholder satisfaction.
- Mitigated legal exposure by adhering to stringent compliance standards in all aspects of real estate transactions.
Director of Real Estate
Vatterott
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Managed real estate services delivery and performance across 1 M RSF and 35 sites in North America.
- Led site selection for executive leadership.
- Analyzed demographics and incentives packages in potential greenfield markets to help assess viability of new facility's success.
- Coordinated vendor teams (agents, lawyers, architects, movers, furniture installers/suppliers, technology, and contractors).
- Negotiated leases, oversaw design and construction.
- Oversaw lease management, negotiations and renewals and landlord relations for portfolio properties.
- Set aggressive targets for real estate performance to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
Director of Real Estate
Strayer
01.2002 - 06.2007
- Created and led its corporate real estate organization consisting and had six direct reports.
- Developed its service delivery program and built its lease administration database. Designed and implemented consistent processes, governance protocols, deliverables, and project workflows.
- Expanded its footprint by delivering 50 new locations within 5 years (footprint increased from 19 facilities to 70).
- Cultivated positive rapport with business leaders and other stakeholders to strengthen internal customer relationships and raise awareness of department's service capabilities.
- Optimized facility management performance through vendor consolidation and other initiatives, which led to R&M expense reduction of 20% +/-.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Policy
Syracuse University
Syracuse06.1995
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Complex Negotiations
- Transaction Management & Execution
- Tenant Construction Design & Buildout
- Business Case Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Professional Ski Instructors of America: Certified Level III Alpiine
- CoreNet Global - Member: CorNet Global is a corporate Real Estate association representing executives in 50 countries who manage the real estate assets of large corporations.
- CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member): Designation awarded by the CCIM institute following successful completion of rigorous training and testing in the areas of investment analysis, market analysis, and financial analysis.
- SIOR (Society of Industrial & Office Realtors):
Affiliations
- Professional Ski Instructors of America - Certified Level III Alpine
- SIOR
Real Estate License
Massachusetts Real Estate Sales License: #9559697
Volunteer Experience
Junior Sail Committee Hull Yacht Club & Hingham Bay Racing
Timeline
Director of Real Estate
Ethos Veterinary Health
01.2020 - 05.2023
Owner
Linear Consulting
01.2015 - 01.2019
Director of Real Estate
Maarifa
01.2014 - 01.2016
Director of Real Estate
Vatterott
01.2008 - 01.2014
Director of Real Estate
Strayer
01.2002 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Public Policy
Syracuse University
- Professional Ski Instructors of America: Certified Level III Alpiine
- CoreNet Global - Member: CorNet Global is a corporate Real Estate association representing executives in 50 countries who manage the real estate assets of large corporations.
- CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member): Designation awarded by the CCIM institute following successful completion of rigorous training and testing in the areas of investment analysis, market analysis, and financial analysis.
- SIOR (Society of Industrial & Office Realtors):
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