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Laurie Berra

St. Louis,MO

Summary

Accomplished Regional Property-Security Manager with a proven track record in the Cannabis Industry. Resourceful and results driven professional with 22 years experience in the real estate managerial role.

Licensed Real Estate Missouri Broker since 2002 Demonstrates exceptional multi-tasking abilities and a people-oriented approach. Specializes in efficient resource allocation and cost-effective decision-making, driving substantial revenue growth and operational improvements. Expert in resolving operational bottlenecks to enhance efficiency. Immediately responds to crisis and available to travel at anytime.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Property/Safety and Security Manager

Terrabis
St Louis, MO, MO
09.2022 - 10.2024
  • Oversee property related issues for All Terrabis locations.
  • Managed multiple properties simultaneously, coordinating efficient allocation of resources and streamlining communication channels to maintain high levels of operational excellence.
  • Worked with All managers at all stores to coordinate all work needed to be done and approved completed work.
  • On call 24/7 to mitigate all property maintenance, all security related issues, vendor management, internet interruptions, as well as catastrophic events.
  • Maintained hardware and software security protocols.
  • Provided Managers immediate responses with a follow up action plan for all emergency and after hour issues.
  • Use critical thinking skills in daily decisions and use the most cost effective method for all the stores in decision making.
  • In charge of all access cards, security, and camera issues for all employees, and stores.
  • Ordering supplies for stores that are not within the monthly manager's reoccurring scope.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive security policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.

Owner/Broker/Real Estate Brokerage/Property Management Specialist

Mid County Properties
St. Louis, MO
11.2018 - 09.2022
  • Sold high volume of properties in short timeframes to exceed quotas and maximize business revenue.
  • Represented Buyers,Sellers, and Tenants.
  • Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office to consistently grow client base and increase revenue.
  • Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
  • Managed properties and collected rents, send out monthly reports to owners, prepared make ready units
  • Communicated regularly with key on-and off-site tenant contacts to achieve satisfaction with facility and services.
  • Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
  • Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office. Screened Tenants, Verified employment
  • Prepared specifications, solicited bids and approved subcontracts for building services.
  • Ordered Inspections and prepared properties
  • Prepared Year end IRS Statements for Property Owners

Real Estate Agent/Broker

Worth Clark Realty
St. Louis, MO
07.2016 - 11.2018
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
  • Account Executive leasing agent for Worth Clark Property Management Division.
  • Handled tenant communications by quickly responding to requests for maintenance and answering any questions or concerns.

Real Estate Agent

Realty Executives
St. Louis, MO
11.2015 - 06.2016
  • Sold high volume of properties in short timeframes to exceed quotas and maximize business revenue.
  • Worked with Top Producing Agents
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards and cold calling.

Process Server

Starling and Associates
St. Louis, United States, MO
09.2011 - 11.2015
  • Investigated cases to locate defendants who are evading service of process.
  • Searched case net, social media, etc...
  • Court appointed by the Judge in St. Louis County, St. Louis City, Jefferson County
  • Served subpoenas, summons, to Petitioner's, and or Respondants
  • Received License in St. Louis City
  • Recorded time and place of delivery of each court order.

Private Investigator/Security Detail

Phoenix Risk Assessment
St. Louis, United States, MO
08.2009 - 09.2011

Performed private security for individuals and some corporate executives

  • Determined lawfulness of investigative requests from clients.
  • Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
  • Gathered proof of activities through video recordings, photographs, and statements.
  • Provided security services at special events or locations as needed.

Project Manager

Pyramid Construction Services Inc.
St. Louis, United States
02.2004 - 08.2009
  • Reported to Vice President
  • Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
  • Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
  • Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.
  • Scheduled workers and received Bids for Projects

Real Estate Acquisition Specialist/Owner

Propertias
St. Louis, United States
02.2001 - 02.2004
  • Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions for Seller's
  • Negotiated 120 Parcels for Metro link Expansion
  • Worked alongside attorneys, and engineers, and Mayor's on complex cases and legal processes to acquire properties and land with or without using imminent domain

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Human Resource Management

UMSL
St. Louis
12.1996

Skills

  • Training and Monitoring Security systems for over 300 employees
  • Worked with compliance on any regulatory issues on a daily basis
  • In charge of badging all employees for our internal security system
  • Oversaw all cameras for all stores and facilities
  • Implemented a successful security strategy for all stores
  • Responded to and resolved issues immediately
  • Hired and screened vendors for maintenance work to be performed
  • Obtained Agent badge for Missouri, and Illinois

Affiliations

Member of the St. Louis Realtor's Association

Timeline

Property/Safety and Security Manager

Terrabis
09.2022 - 10.2024

Owner/Broker/Real Estate Brokerage/Property Management Specialist

Mid County Properties
11.2018 - 09.2022

Real Estate Agent/Broker

Worth Clark Realty
07.2016 - 11.2018

Real Estate Agent

Realty Executives
11.2015 - 06.2016

Process Server

Starling and Associates
09.2011 - 11.2015

Private Investigator/Security Detail

Phoenix Risk Assessment
08.2009 - 09.2011

Project Manager

Pyramid Construction Services Inc.
02.2004 - 08.2009

Real Estate Acquisition Specialist/Owner

Propertias
02.2001 - 02.2004

Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Human Resource Management

UMSL
Laurie Berra