Jason Reynolds
Ocala,Florida
Summary
Self-driven, dedicated, and highly motivated professional with a broad range of experience and a proven approach to the interaction of government with private enterprise. Committed to maintaining a reputation based on exemplary service and uncompromising ethics. Results oriented leader with the ability to efficiently prioritize, consistently meet deadlines, and effectively evaluate problems and generate solutions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Florida Agriculture Center & Horse Park Authority
01.2018 - Current
- Works closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Builds relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Sets organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Exercises appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Monitors compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Builds and maintains strong company teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments.
- Advocates for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
- Develops and implements organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
- Manages 135 events per year, resulting in 245 calendar days of events.
Director of Public Policy / Director of FRLA Political Action Committee
Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association
02.2004 - 01.2018
- Represented one of the most influential advocacy organizations in the State of Florida at the local, state and federal level
- Served as advocate and advised members on federal, state and local legislation and regulations impacting their interests
- Coordinated and conducted legislative educational presentations for constituents and industry leaders
- Organized, educated and lead over 500 industry leaders to meet with state lawmakers in Tallahassee annually
- Organized, educated and lead industry leaders to meet with federal lawmakers in Washington, D.C several times yearly.
- Developed and managed relations with key legislators, activists, business and regulatory organizations to support the interest of the hospitality industry
- Restructured and implemented organizational plans for FRLA’s three Political Action Committees, ensuring on time and error free reporting.
- Attends and engages in Councils of State Restaurant Association Board meetings and the International Society of Hotel Association Executives Board meetings.
Real Estate Appraiser / Managing Partner
True Value Appraisal
08.2011 - 08.2017
- Successfully designed and coordinated company policies and procedures, allowing uniformity between offices
- Appraised residential properties in a twelve-county area surrounding Leon and Hillsborough counties, including federally regulated single family properties, multifamily properties, and income producing properties
- Exceled at building and maintaining a reputation of professionalism with clients, property owners, and appraisal management companies.
Education
All Lines Adjuster -
UCF/Florida Insurance University
Tallahassee, FL01.2015
Certified Residential Appraiser -
Bob Hogue School of Real Estate
Tampa, FL01.2007
Associate of Arts -
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL01.2007
Law Enforcement / Military Training -
Community College of The Air Force
San Antionio, TX01.1998
Accomplishments
- Raised and added over $7 million in capital improvements for the Florida Horse Park (FHP).
- Eliminated nearly $500,000 of debt for the Florida Horse Park, now FHP is 100% debt free.
- Increased FHP revenue by over three times and successfully lobbied the state for over $10 million dollars.
- Chosen by his peers to attend Leadership Marion County Class #36
- Picked by the Marion County Board of County Commissioners to serve on the Tourist Development Council.
- Winner of the USAF Law Enforcement Airman of the Year.
- Awarded 8 medals and 10 awards, including: AF Achievement Medal (2), Humanitarian Service Medal, Expeditionary Medal, AF Good Conduct Medal, AF Honor Graduate (2), Outstanding Performer (3), Army High Performance Award for Excellence, Army Honor Graduate, and Expert Marksmanship.
Timeline
Executive Director
Florida Agriculture Center & Horse Park Authority
01.2018 - Current
Real Estate Appraiser / Managing Partner
True Value Appraisal
08.2011 - 08.2017
Director of Public Policy / Director of FRLA Political Action Committee
Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association
02.2004 - 01.2018
All Lines Adjuster -
UCF/Florida Insurance University
Certified Residential Appraiser -
Bob Hogue School of Real Estate
Associate of Arts -
Tallahassee Community College
Law Enforcement / Military Training -
Community College of The Air Force
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