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Nisha Ghosh

Sugar Land,TX

Summary

Departmental director for a rapidly growing investment firm, successfully closing multiple investment offerings while simultaneously managing the acquisitions components of the firm. More than six years’ experience as a corporate attorney representing clients as general outside counsel, specializing in finance transactions, employment matters, and corporate governance. Seeking new challenges and opportunities for professional development which will utilize my strong management, organizational, communication, and creative problem-solving skills.

Methodical Director with [Number] years of comprehensive experience overseeing daily operations of [Type] company or organization. Hardworking and versatile professional well-versed in executing business strategies, preparing and implementing business plans and overseeing financial performance. Thorough knowledge of market changes and trends paired with strong grasp of corporate finance and performance measures.

Knowledgeable [Job Title] with over [Number] years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Investments

Ashton Gray Development
Houston, TX
04.2024 - Current
  • Lead multi-million dollar fundraising efforts for real estate investment offerings.
  • Secured $42MM in funding for commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate projects.
  • Succesfully maintain investor relations with a portfolio of 600+ active and 1,400+ prospective investors.
  • Promoted to Director of Acquistions role, effectively manager builder relations and negotiating builder contracts.
  • Develop and execute funding, networking, and outreach initiatives.
  • Lead investment and acquisitions teams in Houston and India, overseeing effective task distribution.
  • Assumed operations and HR leadership in owner absences.
  • Prepare and communicate updates to investors and partners.
  • Develop and execute investor attraction and retention strategies.
  • Coordinate creation of compelling investor and marketing materials with teams.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Conducted regular meetings with company owner to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Implemented systems for tracking progress on key initiatives or projects.
  • Negotiated agreements with external partners such as contractors or consultants.
  • Built strong referral network to generate new business opportunities.
  • Implemented and prepared comprehensive business plans to expand business.
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Oversaw all aspects of marketing, including social media strategy.
  • Designed and built company website from scratch.
  • Managed media relations, successfully resulting in multiple news articles about company projects in various publications, including the Austin Business Journal and Houston Business Journal.
  • Instrumental in the creation of Elmbase, a software/social media fundraising platform for private real estate investment offerings.
  • Raised capital by building partnerships with investors and maintaining strong relationships.
  • Effectively communicate firm's value proposition.
  • Monitor market trends for informed fundraising strategies.
  • Drive networking efforts to enhance firm's recognition.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
  • Cultivate strong internal and external relationships.
  • Negotiated contacts with external parties.
  • Provide thought leadership and mentor junior team members.
  • Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.

Office Associate

Edward Jones
Houston, TX
03.2020 - 04.2022
  • Coordinated marketing strategies including professional outreach and client referrals.
  • Managed client relations, including marketing efforts, informational sessions, and appreciation events.
  • Coordinated various financial transactions.
  • Managed part-time associates and office operations.
  • Hand-picked for a company-wide national leadership committee and to present to the firm’s managing partner.
  • Designed mentoring initiative which was selected as the top program for implementation.
  • Created and executed business plan for client growth, retention, and referrals.
  • Highest grossing office in the region.
  • Achieved highest grossing months ever during tenure.
  • Oversaw office communications.
  • Member of an invite-only leadership committee for the national office
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to generate meaningful reports for management review.
  • Created and managed effective promotions and events.
  • Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
  • Identified new business opportunities through research and analysis of client needs.

Family Business

Momentum Investments
Houston, TX
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • Relocated to Houston during COVID lockdowns to help manage family affairs.

Corporate Attorney

Attorney
New York, NY
05.2018 - 12.2019
  • Represented clients in connection with various business, finance and employment matters.
  • Represented companies and investors in connection with private equity and M&A transactions.
  • Drafted transaction documents for equity and debt financings, including PPMs, purchase agreements, convertible note documents, and various ancillary documents.
  • Counseled companies on relevant securities laws matters relating to private offerings under the Securities Act of 1933 and related blue sky laws.
  • Drafted formation and governance documents for newly-formed entities, including operating agreements and charters, subscription agreements, stock option and profit interests plan documents, proprietary rights agreements, employment/consultant/advisory agreements, organizational consents, and corresponding state filings.
  • Counseled clients and prepared necessary documentation related to company mergers, conversions and dissolutions.
  • Acted as general outside counsel to public and private companies.
  • Represented public and private companies in connection with SPAC, M&A, and debt/equity financings.
  • Represented companies in general corporate and employment matters.
  • Drafted required annual and quarterly SEC disclosures.

Corporate Associate

Reitler Kailas & Rosenblatt LLC
New York, NY
09.2013 - 02.2018

Law firm specializing in business finance transactions, employment matters, and general corporate representation.

  • Acted as general outside counsel to public and private companies.
  • Counseled clients in connection with employment and labor matters, financial transactions, securities issuances, IP matters, and general corporate matters.
  • Represented companies and investors in private equity and M&A transactions, with specialized experience in venture capital equity and debt financings.
  • Drafted and negotiated various business and employment contracts, including offer letters/employment agreements, consultant/advisory agreements, incentive plan documents, NDAs, proprietary rights agreements and other on-boarding documents.
  • Drafted transaction documents of every description for equity and debt financing.
  • Counseled clients on various general corporate governance matters, including formation/dissolution/conversion, securities issuances, maintenance of capitalization tables and stock ledgers, IP matters, and matters requiring board and/or stockholder consents.
  • Conducted due diligence in connection with financing and M&A transactions. Analyzed and provided memoranda summarizing liabilities arising from various contractual obligations, employee benefit and incentive plans, HR policies, and potential legal disputes.
  • Developed a strong understanding of business needs by providing services primarily to companies and executive-level management.
  • Managed junior associates and paralegals by training and drafting training materials, delegating tasks, supervising incoming assignments, and managing workflow pipeline.

Legal Intern/Law Clerk

Berg & Androphy
Houston, TX
05.2012 - 02.2013

Law firm specializing in white collar defense and qui tam litigation.

Education

J.D. -

University of Houston Law Center
Houston, TX
12-2012

Bachelor of Journalism -

University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
05-2009

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Business Planning
  • People Management
  • Media Relations
  • Investor Relations
  • Corporate Communications
  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Organizational Development
  • Human Resources Management
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Executive-Level Engagement
  • Excellent Client and Investor Management
  • Developing Departmental Strategy
  • Project Management Experience
  • Due Diligence and Policy Evaluation
  • Superb Analysis and Presentation Skills
  • Clearly communicates complexities to Stakeholders
  • Keenly analyzes and interprets data
  • Takes initiative and leads projects
  • Expert in corporate, finance, securities, employment, and labor laws
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Certification

  • Licensed to practice law in New York. Eligible to apply for reciprocal licensure in Texas.

Timeline

Director of Investments

Ashton Gray Development
04.2024 - Current

Office Associate

Edward Jones
03.2020 - 04.2022

Family Business

Momentum Investments
12.2019 - 03.2020

Corporate Attorney

Attorney
05.2018 - 12.2019

Corporate Associate

Reitler Kailas & Rosenblatt LLC
09.2013 - 02.2018

Legal Intern/Law Clerk

Berg & Androphy
05.2012 - 02.2013

J.D. -

University of Houston Law Center

Bachelor of Journalism -

University of Texas At Austin
Nisha Ghosh