Nona Buff

Partner - Capella Estates (UK) Limited - London/Monaco

(2021-12)

Specializes in the redevelopment, refurbishment and asset management of commercial properties in central London and across the UK. Skilled at bringing people together within her network and making new connections to allow people to work together to add and create substantial value for the clients across the whole development life cycle. Proven team player with the ability to draw on wide range of resources and contacts.

Thrives in a dynamic and demanding environment that requires flexibility, the aptitude to quickly grasp complex issues, and the acumen and ability to apply new skills to reach successful outcomes.

Associate Development Manager - Vengrove - London, UK

(2020-01 - 2021-12)

Investment management and advisory firm specializing in value add/ opportunistic commercial and residential real estate. Responsible for managing two central London complex commercial developments (120 Moorgate and Film House). Negotiated appointment agreements with all the consultants.

Managed the vacant possession process with the tenants including the tenants protected by the 1954 Act. Managed the development programme and budget through the Covid pandemic. Dealt with leasing agents to secure retail tenants for the buildings.

Closely worked with the office tenants to manage their CAT B works and requirements.

Associate Development Director - Citygrove Securities PLC - London, UK

(2018-06 - 2019-12)

Development and Investment Company specializing in commercial and residential projects covering the UK, Spain, and Germany. Responsible for securing new development opportunities, occupier liaison, leasing and project implementation. Responsible for liaising with third party lawyers to draft, review and finalize all the agreements.

Assisted in acquiring 2610 Aztec West building in Bristol. Assisted in putting together a team to carry out a full turnkey refurbishment for a new tenant who has signed a new 15-year lease on the building.
Assisted in a purchase of a site from Morrison Supermarket. Assisted in negotiating a 6 months' notice to vacate and submitted planning for 144-unit scheme with 35% affordable housing provision as well as a shell unit for Morrison Supermarket to lease for 999 years on a peppercorn rent. Worked with the Council of the London Borough of Hillington and the planning consultants in submitting a Section 73 Application to reduce a 2-level basement to a 1-level basement parking and reducing the car park
Procured the site and liaised with the selling agent to include Citygrove on the list of approved developers to be able to bid on the site. Worked with team members as well as outside consultants, architects, and CBRE agents to prepare a detailed bid for submission on a site in Central London for a mixed-use development including 395 room hotel, a retail unit for the existing tenant at a peppercorn rent, as well as a residential tower including 35% affordable housing.

Business Development Manager - Drooms International Limited - London, UK

(2016-11 - 2018-04)

Provides virtual data room services for clients executing sensitive or complex transactions. Generated new business both in face to face meetings and over the phone by developing and maintaining commercially productive relationships with both new and old clients. Promoted the company brand to key buyers.

Wrote up concise, value based sales proposals. Developed and maintained a client tracking database to manage client and contact communications. Reacted quickly to client emergency situations or new customer requirements.

Identified specific needs of customers, then created bespoke solutions for them.

In-House Counsel - IP Global Limited - Hong Kong

(2015-08 - 2016-09)

Property development company with international reach and holdings. Provided advice and counsel to corporate leadership on all aspects of the business. Member of the senior management team, participated in corporate and business decision making processes. Implemented a project information tracking system for companywide use. Organized and attended monthly board of directors' meetings, including preparing the agenda, all required resolutions, as well as meeting minutes.

Real Estate Investments. Negotiated, drafted, and executed contracts for complex real estate transactions. Worked closely with developers and their attorneys in Japan, Australia, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States to negotiate and draft various agreements, including joint venture agreements, commission agreements, real estate distributor agreements and referral agreements. Drafted intercompany service and management agreements. Managed the company's intellectual property portfoli
Financial. Drafted necessary documents for all intercompany loans as well as loans with unrelated third parties, including loan agreements, loan extensions, and debt settlement and release of liability agreements.
Corporate. Established and managed company's first legal department. Managed several companies, provided corporate secretarial services for the IP Global group of companies in various jurisdictions. Drafted and executed documents required for forming and dissolving entities, transferring shares, and amending the register of directors and shareholders. Assisted local corporate secretaries in incorporating new entities in various jurisdictions such as the UAE, South Africa, and the United Kingdom.

In-House Counsel - Granville Homes, Inc.

Fresno, CA

(2013-03 - 2015-06)

Property Development Company with international reach and holdings. Responsible for provided advice and counsel to senior management members on such matters as international and local real estate transactions, corporate governance and compliance, and contract law.

Real Estate. Analyzed, structured, negotiated and closed sophisticated commercial and residential transactions. Drafted a broad array of real estate contracts, including commercial and residential leases, purchase and sale agreements, brokerage agreements, property management contracts, administrative services agreements, cash management agreements, intellectual property use agreements, exclusivities, land development and construction agreements, turnkey construction agreements, and vendor contr
International Projects. Managed two international projects; a 13-unit mixed-use residential project in London, United Kingdom and an 86-unit mixed-use residential project in Karbala, Iraq. Conducted research and provided analysis on international tax law, specifically tax issues concerning United Kingdom such as Value Added Tax, Stamp Duty Tax, Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings, and Capital Gains Tax - and in Iraq such as Investment Law and Investment License which provides tax breaks for invest
Corporate. Formed, dissolved, and merged various entities (S corporations, limited liability companies, nonprofit corporations, and partnerships). Drafted corporate documents related to entity formation, governance, merger, and dissolution such as bylaws, operating agreements, plans of dissolution, merger agreements, resolutions of members, shareholders and directors, and membership interest purchase and sale agreements.
Financial. Worked closely with the Company's CFO to review loan documents from various US-based and international banks. Drafted documents for all inter-company loans as well as loans with unrelated third parties, including secured and unsecured promissory notes, loan agreements, constructions agreements, security agreements, and UCC filings.
Project Management. Managing two commercial projects in Fresno, California. Managed all aspects of the transactions, including negotiating and drafting purchase and sale agreements, title issues, due diligence, instructions to escrow companies, loan documents, and management agreements. Conducted ongoing review of all project reports, including budgets, construction progress, vacancy rate, and cash flow. Approved and authorized invoices for tenant improvements.

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