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Kevin McClenahan

The Woodlands,TX

Summary

Intuitive, Strategic, and Determined Commercial Real Estate Executive and former US Army Green Beret who brings determination, intellectual curiosity, and dynamic leadership to assist clients and investors with sustainable growth. Leverages expertise in operations, financing, and asset management to design and execute strategies for clients and commercial investments. Comfortable in leadership roles and enjoy interfacing with all layers of an organization in order to create a sense of purpose that delivers value to the company and its customers.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Mortgage Broker

Tier 1 Commercial Mortgage
The Woodlands, TX
01.2013 - Current
  • Successfully initiated the company's startup phase by establishing operational procedures and strategic workflow plans.
  • Implemented business development strategies necessary for building new client relationships
  • Maintained large database of commercial lenders that played a crucial role in the company's growth
  • Evaluated the financials of potential acquisitions and refinances, conducting underwriting on borrowers and properties
  • Provided recommendations to clients based on analyzed data about debt products and eligibility criteria
  • Established and maintained professional connections with various third-party entities such as general contractors, lawyers, inspectors, appraisers, surveyors, and title companies to ensure smooth coordination throughout the loan process

Commercial Real Estate Asset Management

Self-employed
Sherman , TX
11.2016 - 06.2021
  • Implemented full operational control of a large-scale industrial property in Sherman, TX spanning 55,000 square feet.
  • Achieved 25% year-over-year revenue increase during the hold period
  • Sold asset 70% above total project cost basis
  • Identified opportunity, negotiated the sales contract, and secured 3rd party debt financing
  • Provided leadership in overseeing business operations, on-site management, and maintenance employees
  • Negotiated 3rd party vendor contracts to control costs
  • Revenue growth through strategic marketing, new tenant leasing, and rental rate management
  • Planned, negotiated contracts, and managed the completion of a 12,000 square feet self-storage building addition
  • Managed completion of shell retail space transformation to enhance rentable square footage
  • Planned and coordinated the renovations of the new management office designed to improve the tenant experience

Commercial Real Estate Asset Management

Self-employed
Conroe, TX
08.2014 - 06.2018
  • Demonstrated successful ownership and operation of a self-storage facility spanning 30,000 square feet in Conroe, TX.
  • Achieved 21% average annual year-over-year increase during the holding period
  • Sold asset 64% above total project cost basis
  • Identified, negotiated the sales contract, and secured 3rd party debt financing
  • Managed on-site business operations, including overseeing day-to-day activities and maintenance personnel.
  • Negotiated 3rd party vendor contracts to control costs
  • Successfully drove tenant acquisition through effective leasing strategies.
  • Successfully oversaw the expansion project resulting in increased leasable office space and improved on-site facilities.

Franchise Owner/Operator

Doc Popcorn International Inc.
Fayetteville, NC
10.2010 - 01.2013
  • Successfully implemented strategies leading to a 12% growth in in-store sales on an annual basis.
  • Interfaced with franchisor to lobby for fundamental changes to the franchise model directly tied to decreasing costs
  • Managed daily operations, accounts payable, payroll, reconciled daily sales reports, tracked profit and loss statements

Special Forces Soldier

US ARMY- 3rd Special Forces Group
Fayetteville, NC
12.2004 - 03.2010
  • Served as the Special Forces Soldier for two combat deployments supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom
  • Provided tactical and technical training to Iraqi Counter Terrorism Force in order to conduct successful missions in war zone environments
  • Expertise developed in unit's Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures
  • Developed and executed internal training doctrine in order to maintain unit cohesion with a focus on mission success
  • Used technical expertise as the Green Beret Engineer Sergeant on the team to perform complex procedures
  • Cultivated excellent worth ethic, dedication to duty, and timeliness in work actions

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
Waco, TX

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Asset Management
  • Investment Modeling
  • Financial Analysis
  • Microsoft Suites
  • Business Strategy
  • Collaborative Team Leadership
  • Strong Written and Oral Communication
  • Business Risk Assessment
  • Strong Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Client Relations

Additional Information

  • Texas Association of Realtors - Licensed Realtor
  • Houston Apartment Association - Member
  • Texas Self-Storage Association - Member
  • Keller Williams Realty, The Woodlands and Magnolia - Independent License Holder

Awards and Honors

  • The Army Achievement Medal - 1 May 2009 to 26 June 2009

"Meritorious achievement as an instructor during the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group, Static Line Jumpmaster course. SSG McClenahan's professionalism and leadership were instrumental in the enhancement of the units airborne operation capabilities and combat effectiveness."

  • The Bronze Star Medal- 1 August 2008- 1 December 2008

"For exceptionally meritorious service during combat operations in Iraq. Sergeant McClenahan's relentless commitment toward the accomplishment of the challenging special operations function assured the successful completion of the combined joint special operations task force-Arabian Peninsula's mission in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His actions are keeping with the finest traditions of military service."

Timeline

Commercial Real Estate Asset Management

Self-employed
11.2016 - 06.2021

Commercial Real Estate Asset Management

Self-employed
08.2014 - 06.2018

Commercial Mortgage Broker

Tier 1 Commercial Mortgage
01.2013 - Current

Franchise Owner/Operator

Doc Popcorn International Inc.
10.2010 - 01.2013

Special Forces Soldier

US ARMY- 3rd Special Forces Group
12.2004 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
Kevin McClenahan