Jaquilla Ponder
Work History
Corporate Law Student
7 Months- Conduct legal research on corporate governance, contracts, and regulatory compliance to support business and legal strategy.
- Analyze case law, statutes, and legal precedents relevant to corporate transactions and organizational operations.
- Assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents including contracts, agreements, and corporate policies.
- Support corporate legal strategy by evaluating risk, compliance requirements, and regulatory frameworks.
- Collaborate on business and legal projects involving mergers, acquisitions, and corporate structuring concepts.
- Prepare written legal analyses and reports to strengthen decision-making and corporate governance practices.
- Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive corporate and legal information.
- Develop expertise in corporate law, business law, and legal ethics through academic and practical application.
CRE Project Manager
2 Years 7 Months- Directed the strategic planning and execution of multi-million-dollar commercial real estate development projects, overseeing project lifecycles from acquisition and due diligence through construction and final delivery.
- Performed comprehensive financial modeling, market analytics, and feasibility studies to evaluate high-value development opportunities and maximize long-term asset performance.
- Managed project budgets exceeding $10M+, ensuring cost efficiency, financial accountability, and alignment with investor return objectives.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams of 20+ professionals, including architects, engineers, contractors, legal counsel, and municipal officials to maintain regulatory compliance and development timelines.
- Negotiated high-value contracts, vendor agreements, and development partnerships to optimize operational performance and project profitability.
- Oversaw zoning approvals, permitting processes, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions to accelerate development timelines.
- Implemented risk management strategies and project controls to mitigate financial exposure and ensure on-schedule project delivery.
- Identified and secured high-growth commercial investment opportunities, strengthening portfolio expansion and long-term asset valuation.
Education
Juris Doctorate - Corporate Law
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in commercial real estate development, corporate law studies, and strategic project management, with experience supporting multi-million-dollar real estate development initiatives and business operations. Skilled in financial analysis, regulatory compliance, contract review, and large-scale project coordination, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and aligned with long-term investment objectives. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams of 20+ professionals, including developers, legal advisors, architects, and contractors to deliver complex projects on schedule and within budget. Currently expanding expertise in corporate law, real estate investment strategy, and executive leadership, with a long-term vision of leading high-value development ventures and large-scale business enterprises.