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Jose Fernandez

Miami,Florida

Summary

Professional with proven track record in site acquisition, adept at navigating complex negotiations, regulatory compliance, and project management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in stakeholder communication, contract negotiation, and strategic planning. Known for problem-solving abilities and high standards in performance delivery.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Acquisition Manager

Arena Capital
Miami
08.2024 - Current
  • Analyzed potential sites and led negotiations to establish advantageous locations for over $100mm of retail development initiatives
  • Established and nurtured partnerships with landowners, municipalities, and brokers to enhance efficiency in acquisition operations.
  • Conducted comprehensive site assessments, analyzing zoning regulations and environmental impacts for potential sites.
  • Streamlined negotiation strategies resulting in improved terms for lease agreements and site acquisitions

VP Acquisitions

Blue Wave Capital
Miami Beach, Florida
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • - Formally retained to improve acquisition and site selection processes for Gas Station operators/investors
  • - Executed on over 80 transactions across 12 states
  • - Implemented cost reduction initiatives to enhance profitability for operators
  • - Advised on the development of new stores based on market trends and customer feedback
  • - Creating budgeting models for forecasting future store financial performance

Associate Investments

Marcus & Millichap
Miami, Florida
05.2018 - 06.2021
  • - Streamlined closing procedures for seamless coordination between lenders, mortgage firms, buyers, and sellers
  • - Advised prospective clients on current market activities/conditions
  • - Effectively and efficiently created a brand through cold-calling
  • - Represented buyers and sellers across multiple asset types
  • - Created in-depth models, which detailed trends and forecasts for revenue, profitability, and expenses

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
01.2017

Skills

  • Site evaluation
  • Strategic marketing
  • Negotiation expertise
  • Lease agreements
  • Fluent in English/Spanish
  • Adaptable to guidance
  • Unwavering resolve
  • Cold calling
  • Analyzing performance
  • Relationship building

Timeline

Site Acquisition Manager

Arena Capital
08.2024 - Current

VP Acquisitions

Blue Wave Capital
06.2021 - 07.2024

Associate Investments

Marcus & Millichap
05.2018 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Finance

University of Florida