Richard D. Amon
Edmond,Oklahoma
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Commercial Real Estate (CRE) professional with extensive experience in asset and property management across diverse portfolios for Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies, managing properties valued at over $4 billion. Expertise in portfolio management, tenant relations, and financial oversight maximizes ROI while aligning with organizational objectives. Recognized thought leader skilled in implementing innovative strategies to address complex challenges, including property repositioning and commercial loan workouts. Proven ability to enhance value through collaborative leadership, meticulous attention to detail, and the formulation of client-centric business plans that effectively meet investment goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President, Commercial Real Estate and Director of Development
American Fidelity CRE
01.2021 - Current
- Oversaw comprehensive portfolio management, directed the development of “The Half” retail center, and expanded third-party management and leasing services. Spearheaded strategic acquisition and disposition activities, implemented ESG initiatives, and served on the board of directors for multiple entities. Provided operational oversight for management and engineering teams, and co-developed the 50-acre East Wilshire Boulevard project.
- Created a joint venture with Marriott to develop a $58M, 149-key hotel within The Half mixed-use project, successfully achieving full subscription for the development.
- Expanded the owned real estate portfolio into a third-party commercial platform encompassing management, leasing, receivership representation, and brokerage services, generating $60M in property dispositions from Q1–Q3 2025 and $9M in net leasing volume.
- Negotiated land sales with Andretti Karting, Oklahoma Eye Clinic, Broadvue Apartments (NE Development), Ashton Gray, and Skybridge Development, totaling $11M.
Vice President, Real Estate Management Services
Avison Young
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Oversaw business development, implemented a receivership program, and provided operational oversight for an 8-million-square-foot commercial real estate portfolio. Additionally, led the creation of a project management platform throughout the Triangle and Triad regions.
- Expanded the Charlotte retail portfolio by cultivating strategic partnerships with both regional and national clients.
- Developed and executed a comprehensive receivership engagement program in collaboration with U.S. Trustees, Superior Court Judges, and leading institutional lenders such as Wells Fargo, BB&T, and North State Bank.
- Successfully delivered capital projects exceeding $7M in total value for national and international clients, including Sun Life Assurance of Canada, Signature Bank, Prometheus Engineering Group, Sharpvue Capital, Dunkin Donuts, and Draper Aden Engineering, driving sustainable growth and investment returns.
Chief Operating Officer and Director of Asset Management
Colliers International
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Assumed a senior strategic leadership capacity, overseeing and expanding a 5.4 million-square-foot commercial real estate portfolio—including office, retail, industrial, and medical office properties—across Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill (The Triangle), as well as Wilmington, Greensboro, Burlington, Sanford, and Winston-Salem (The Triad). Directed brokerage activities and supervised management personnel while holding full accountability for acquisition and disposition analyses, valuation and financial submittals, risk management, and all facets of finance and accounting.
- Increased real estate holdings by 300% while achieving a 7.6% reduction in operating expenses across the portfolio, leveraging professional relationships within the legal and banking communities to secure property management and leasing assignments from commercial workouts, foreclosures, and receiverships totaling $7.35M.
- Partnered with the State of North Carolina on Project Phoenix—a $200M renovation, repurposing, and reconstruction initiative backed by Governor Pat McCrory—to develop a public-private partnership program benefiting the Capital Government Complex.
- Created a $300M private equity fund to acquire a diversified commercial portfolio, including office, retail, industrial, and multifamily properties throughout the Southeast.
Senior Vice President of Construction
Stellar Contracting Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Directed business development and construction operations, assuming responsibility for pre-construction management services, estimating, and preliminary budget preparation. Strengthened client relationships while conducting due diligence and advocating for both landlords and tenants. Leveraged established professional networks to position the company for competitive bids on major construction projects.
- Earned recognition for substantially growing relationships with top-tier firms such as Turner Time Warner, Behringer Harvard, Wells Real Estate, TPA Realty, Transwestern Investments, BPG Property Management, Winthrop Management & Leasing, Carter USA, Boxer Real Estate, and Jones Lang LaSalle.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive internal training modules and OSHA-compliant programs for all personnel, improving overall safety measures and strengthening risk mitigation efforts.
Regional Director of Operations
Daniel Realty Services LLC
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Successfully transitioned the 3 million-square-foot MetLife portfolio in Atlanta, including participation in the $1.5 billion mixed-use development project at 12th and Midtown. Directed property management activities by overseeing transitions from development to operations, marketing, and leasing, while also managing risk and financial reporting for portfolio investments. Developed RFPs for major contracts, rebid agreements, and reduced overall costs to address cash flow anomalies, leading to a more competitive leasing platform and higher rental rates.
- Reduced portfolio-wide operating costs by 10% while concurrently increasing asset value by 11.5% across 2.2 million square feet of Class A office space, leveraging renegotiated major service contracts, lowered tenant construction costs, and targeted management strategies to stabilize each asset.
- Expanded the overall portfolio from 2 million to 3 million square feet over two years, introducing sustainability measures that resulted in multiple Energy Star certifications and enhanced environmental performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Business Administration
Shorter University
Associate of Science Degree - Applied Psychology
Georgia State University
MBA - Business Administration
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA06.2026
Skills
- Brokerage/LeaseTransaction
- Asset Acquisition/Disposition
- Property/Facility Management
- Quantitative Financial Analysis
- Certified CRE Instructor
- OSHA Certified
- Investor/Client Relations
- Equity/Debt Procurement
- Court Appointed Receiver
- P&L Management
- Operational Leadership
- LEED Sustainability Initiatives
- Union Negotiations
- Capital Project Management
- Business Development
Accomplishments
- American Fidelity CRE: Successfully directed the completion of “The Half,” a $500M mixed-use development, by forming strategic partnerships with Marriott, NE Development, Flix Brewhouse and Theater, Andretti Karting, Oklahoma Eye Clinic, Chicken N’ Pickle, One Core, Doleese Brothers, and Ashton Gray. Oversaw project management, stakeholder coordination, and operational execution to deliver a premier hospitality, retail, and entertainment destination.
- Colliers International: Implemented a strategic portfolio expansion from 1.5 million square feet to 5.4 million square feet, including the 2.9 million square-foot Duke Industrial portfolio, while achieving a 7.6% reduction in operating expenses. Led the development and fundraising of a $300 million private equity fund, showcasing high-impact investment opportunities to Sumitomo Life Realty in Japan. Negotiated and finalized $70 million in building dispositions and lease transactions totaling $38.5 million, delivering significant ROI. Additionally, guided Governor Pat McCrory’s public-private partnership initiative to repurpose government facilities, partnering with the commerce secretary, legislative stakeholders, and the state budget director.
- Coca-Cola World Headquarters: Orchestrated the transition of the Coca-Cola Company’s 2.6 million-square-foot real estate portfolio from a regional focus to a global platform, completed $8 million in capital improvements, and renegotiated national contracts, driving a 9.5% increase in FFO.
Affiliations
CCIM Institute
Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)
Building Owners and Managers Association BOMA)
National Association of Realtors (NAR)
Economic Club of Oklahoma
Certification
- Certified Commercial Investment Manager (CCIM), CCIM Institute
- Certified Property Manager (CPM), Institute of Real Estate Management
- OSHA Certified
- Certified Training Instructor, BOMI and National Real Estate Standards
- Real Estate Broker, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Georgia and West Virginia
- Licensed Insurance Agent (Inactive)
- BOMA Georgia President (2006-2007)
Languages
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
President, Commercial Real Estate and Director of Development
American Fidelity CRE
01.2021 - Current
Vice President, Real Estate Management Services
Avison Young
01.2018 - 01.2021
Chief Operating Officer and Director of Asset Management
Colliers International
01.2013 - 01.2018
Senior Vice President of Construction
Stellar Contracting Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2012
Regional Director of Operations
Daniel Realty Services LLC
01.2008 - 01.2010
Associate of Science Degree - Applied Psychology
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Business Administration
Shorter University
MBA - Business Administration
Louisiana State University