Sam Somerhalder
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Motivated and results-driven professional with a background in commercial real estate. Substantial experience through immersion in property sales, lease negotiations, and market research. Possesses strong communication skills, business acumen, and the ability to analyze financial data. Committed to delivering exceptional outcomes through effective problem-solving and collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Real Estate Intern
West Star Development
Lenexa, KS
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Engaged with experienced developers and real estate professionals throughout the development process stages.
- Hands-on property management experience supporting day-to-day operations, tenant relations, and deal execution
- Attended internal and external meetings to observe deal structuring and project planning.
- Reviewed leases, development contracts, and entitlement documents for legal and financial insight.
- Visited development sites to analyze construction timelines, site layouts, and project feasibility.
Retail Sales Associate
Rally House
Lenexa, KS
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Enhanced sales techniques and product knowledge through active participation in team training sessions.
- Engaged customers by delivering advice on sports merchandise and local teams.
- Collaborated with team members to reach sales targets and promote store events.
Education
BBA - Finance, Magna Cum Laude
Newman University
Wichita, KS05-2026
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Market research
- Microsoft Excel
- Argus
- Commercial real estate
- Networking skills
- Loan underwriting
- Problem-solving
Certification
Kansas Real Estate Commission Pre-License Course Certificate
Accomplishments
Deans List [Fall 2022 - Spring 2026]
References
Michael Christie
Owner and COO
West Star Development
Phone: (913) 498-8000
Dylan Christie
Sales and Leasing Agent
West Star Development
Phone: (913) 523-6805
Email: dylan@weststardevelopment.com
Ronald J. Allen
Men's Basketball Coach
Newman University
Phone: (316) 655-6175
Email: allenrj@newmanu.edu
Timeline
Commercial Real Estate Intern
West Star Development
04.2025 - 08.2025
Retail Sales Associate
Rally House
05.2023 - 08.2024
BBA - Finance, Magna Cum Laude
Newman University