Penny Wandel-Smith
Henderson,WV
Summary
Experienced Assistant Vice President, Analyst at Inland Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC, demonstrated expertise in commercial real estate acquisitions underwriting, property valuation, analytical decision making and fostering strong client relationships. Proficient in Argus DCF and MS Excel, with a talent for detailed executive communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Vice President, Analyst
Inland Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC
07.2010 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with executive leadership to implement company objectives.
- Developed comprehensive financial forecasts based on historical data analysis.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of projects.
- Prepared Letter of Intents
- Fostered strong relationships and long-term partnerships with key clients.
- Trained and guided team members.
- Reduced operational risks, forecasted performance trends.
Escrow Officer
First American Title
10.2001 - 11.2008
- Managed multiple escrow accounts simultaneously.
- Prepared settlement statements in accordance with HUD standards.
- Exceptional service, earning repeat business and referrals.
- Collaborated with real estate agents and lenders to expedite closing times on property sales.
- Prepared documents for closing.
- Returned executed loan packages to lender, completed balancing, funding, and disbursements.
Dental Office Manager
Serenity Dental
06.2000 - 06.2001
- Fostered strong relationships with patients and employees.
- Achieved revenue goals with management of patient scheduling, receivables and operational expenses.
- Maintaining excellent client relations and promoting ongoing customer loyalty.
- Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
Communications Coordinator. Employee Services
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
05.1998 - 06.2000
- Executed the production and execution of email blasts, digital signage boards, special event flyers and social media campaigns.
- Boosted employee engagement through creative content creation for back-of-the-house communications
- Participated in the planning and implementation of employee events
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Administration
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV12-1999
Skills
- Commercial real estate acquisitions underwriting (multifamily, student housing, retail, QOZ, zero cash flow, industrial, medical office, single tenant)
- Property Valuation Expertise
- Demographic and market analysis and research
- Analytical Decision Making
- Detailed communication
- Executive Presentation Skills
- MS Excel, MS Teams
- Argus DCF Proficiency
- Remote Work Time Optimization
Accomplishments
- Collaborated in the purchase of $5.4 billion in commercial real estate.
Timeline
Assistant Vice President, Analyst
Inland Real Estate Acquisitions, LLC
07.2010 - 02.2025
Escrow Officer
First American Title
10.2001 - 11.2008
Dental Office Manager
Serenity Dental
06.2000 - 06.2001
Communications Coordinator. Employee Services
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
05.1998 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Administration
University of Nevada, Las Vegas