Real Estate Acquisitions /Investment Specialist - Big State Home Buyers - New Western - Houston, TX
(2026-03 - 2026-09)
- Analyzed property condition, repair scope, and resale potential to identify viable investment opportunities.
- Continually monitored deal flow, created hot lists and ensured compliance with company KPI standards and execution.
- Built rapport with sellers, agents, and investors to maintain pipeline of qualified acquisition deals.
- Underwrote property opportunities using valuation models, local comps, and exit strategy assumptions.
- Coordinated transaction details with escrow, title, and closing teams to ensure accurate deal execution.
- Advised buyers on pricing, market trends, and risk factors to strengthen offer strategy and investment outcomes.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop innovative investment strategies, enhancing client portfolios and driving growth.
Store Manager /District Operations Manager - Harbor Freight Tools USA - Houston, TX
(2018-01 - 2026-03)
- Coached store managers on hiring, performance management, and associate development.
- Recipient of multiple Best People Development Awards throughout the Southwest region across 255 locations.
- Monitored key performance indicators to identify gaps and improve operational consistency.
- Reviewed store compliance with safety, policy, and visual merchandising requirements.
- Collaborated with leadership to execute staffing plans and labor budgets.
- Resolved district-level issues quickly to maintain productivity and store readiness.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
- Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities.
- Fostered an environment of open communication between management teams across the district to share best practices in operations optimization and problem-solving techniques.
- Developed and executed comprehensive training programs for store managers, resulting in improved employee performance and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented inventory control measures to minimize waste and optimize product availability, ensuring optimal stock levels across all locations.
- Directed store operations, aligning staffing, merchandising, and service standards with sales goals.
- Full operational oversight of P&L, safety, daily operations, KPI performance and talent development.
General Manager - Sun and Ski - Houston, TX
(2007-01 - 2018-01)
- Achieved 4 consecutive years of top sales earner company-wide.
- Led training programs for staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee development.
- Analyzed market trends to inform product selection and inventory management decisions.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms to enhance supply chain effectiveness.
- Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale events/promotions while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
