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                 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

                 

                 Contract Work - Construction Management                                                                                                                                                                    07/2020 – 12/2022

                 St. John, USVI

                 26,000 sq ft Villa renovation for confidential principal. Oversight of architect, interior designers and contractors. Setup villa for VRBO and turn over to a

                 management company.

 

                 Contract Work - Construction Management                                                                                                                                                                   11/2019 – 07/2020

                 Naples FL

                 28,000 sq ft waterfront property renovation for confidential principal. Oversight of architect, interior designers and contractors.

 

 

                 Estate Manager

                 Rhinebeck, NY                                                                                                                                                                                                                    08/2015 – 11/2019

                 Facilitate staffing, setup, renovations and general management of four rural early 1900’s, multiple 22,000+ sf to 44,000+ sf estates on hundreds of acres

                 with indoor/outdoor pools and indoor tennis court. Handled pre-purchase sale of properties to combine to form one property, developed CAPEX and OPEX

                 budgets with realistic timelines for principals. Represented the owners in the local community by attending town meetings, local fundraisers and social events.

 

                 Highlights: Assembled and oversight of a team of consultants, architects, historians, engineers and contractors to navigate the strict zoning and building

                 zoning laws of rural Rhinebeck, NY for a major historic renovation. Reported directly to the property management company and the principal. The project

                 was shut down due to COVID-19.

 

• Collaborate with Principal’s home office, chief of staff and personal assistants.

• Hire and train house managers and staff; develop staff competencies for all properties.

• Create operating procedure manuals, purchase equipment, vehicles, furnishings, fitness and sporting equipment.

• Coordinate entertainment, rentals, vendors, catering, and security for events with 350 guests, dinner parties, fundraisers and weekly high-profile

                           guest-usage on weekends.

• Oversight of maintenance, landscape, and housekeeping staff to ensure consistency.

• Oversee property and home insurance and local zoning and building regulations.

• Care of art and antique furniture; coordinate antique inventory and repair.

• Set-up smart home technology and security system; geothermal and solar planning and execution.

• Develop and oversee annual and long-term renovation and maintenance budgets.

• Manage all financials, payroll and online bill-pay for properties.

• Oversight of all construction, permitting and renovation projects for all properties, working with Consultants Architects, Contractors, Subcontractors,

                           Town Planning Board, HVAC and Electrical Engineers and Interior Designers.

 

 

      Estate Manager                                                                                                                                                     

      Confidential Private Family – NY, MA, FL                                                                                                                                                                        10/2011 – 07/2015

      Managed four estates and renovation projects across the country including 400-acre rural country farm in Rhinebeck, NY (34K sf residence and guest

      house; 12K sf farmhouse, theater, spa, exercise, and staff facilities), Wellington, FL (16K sf home with equestrian facilities), Martha’s Vineyard, MA (18K sf

      beachfront house and equestrian facility), and 5-story New York City residence. Advisor to Principal for all properties and assets. Increased quality of

      service through staff training and enforcing high standards.

 

      Highlights: Developed and oversight of organic vegetable gardens, fruit orchids, forestry, wetland programs, organic hay and organic livestock programs

      for the Rhinebeck 400-acre farm. Hired a farm manager, consultant and team of farmers to implement organic farming practices for packaging and sale of

      products to local restaurants.

 

• Managed all financials including short and long-term budgets, A/R and A/P.

• Purchased properties, new equipment, and automobiles.

• Supervised multiple, concurrent construction and renovation projects including kitchens, theaters, gardens, room remodels, and a full renovation of

                           a 12K sf farmhouse in Rhinebeck.

• Managed and trained 30 staff including property managers, housekeeping, farm, and grounds staff.

• Coordinated home office, HR Department, and personal assistant interactions for both owners.

• Oversaw traveling dressage team: riding arenas, 24 champion horses, and traveling equestrian staff.

• Planned and executed domestic and international horse travel arrangements.

• Oversaw and managed vehicle fleet, aviation, and yacht staff.

• Directed all operations for large-scale philanthropic events and small intimate gatherings.

 

                 Estate Manager                                                                                                                                                  

                 Confidential Private Family - VA, FL, CO, UT, MA, DC, HI                                                                                                                                              12/2010 – 10/2011                                                                                    

                 Hired to bring consistency for staffing, renovation projects and property managers throughout the U.S. including a 4,000-acre rural organic farm with

                 56 buildings, two FL estates, 18K sf CO home, 300-acre UT rural working cattle ranch, two DC homes and family office, acreage in Hawaii, three 16K sf

                 homes in Nantucket, and 32K sf summer estate on Cape Cod.

 

                 Highlights: Transformed the 4,000-acre farm from cattle to organic hay, purchase of new farm machinery, develop a marketing program and hiring of

                 a consultant to document and report for organic farming. Brought consistency to all properties for supplies, cleaning practices and management for

                 each property.

 

- Managed operations of home, farm, and grounds; gardens, livestock, art and antique collection, and wine cellar. 

- Negotiated major purchases including new luxury vehicles, farm machinery, and home supplies.

- Created and managed the annual and long-term budget and approved all bills.

- Coordinated events and parties with up to 200 guests, book signings, and high-profile guest-usage.

                      - Managed 54 staff, vendors and subcontractors across all estates.

- Farm activities, maintenance, and renovations of 12 homes between 30-60K sf each; 44 additional outbuildings. Solar upgrades and obtained

  permitting for water rights on Utah property

- Finances for all properties including budgeting, A/P and A/R, acquisition and sale of properties; equipment and automobile purchases.

           - Ranch rentals including 12K sf house and multiple barns for hunting vacation package                                                                                                                                    

 

      Estate Manager                                                                                                                                                                       

      Confidential Private Family – NY                                                                                                                                                                                      06/2009 – 12/2010                                                                                                                                                                            

      Contract Work: Hired short term to manage a 22K sf home, 270-acre rural working farm, renovation projects with 9 year-round staff, seasonal staff, and

      contractors.

 

      Highlights: Supervised extensive home renovations and $1M greenhouse construction project including bids, permits, scheduling, and contractor

      management with minimal impact to Principal and family. Coordinated and executed two large book signing parties and a tomato tasting episode

      for Martha Stewart.

 

- Managed operations of home, organic farm, and grounds; gardens, livestock, art and antique collection, and wine cellar. 

- Negotiated major purchases including new luxury vehicles, farm machinery, and home supplies.

- Scheduled and coordinated all travel arrangements for Principal, family, and guests.

- Created and managed the budget and approved all bills.

- Coordinated events and parties with up to 200 guests, book signings, and high-profile guest-usage.

 

      Owner and Manager                                                                                                                                                                          

      Allenby Tree Movers – Falmouth, MA                                                                                                                                                                              12/1999 – 06/2009

      Built, launched, and managed daily and ongoing operations of a $2M specialty mature tree transplanting company, managing the successful transport

      and transplanting of large, mature trees.

 

      Highlights:

- Bought and acquired tree farms and transplanted and moved large mature trees for residential, commercial, and corporate projects.

- Planned all projects including gathering customer requirements, scheduling, coordination of tree moving, accounting and billing, and customer service.

- Offered wetland restoration planting services utilizing native mature trees and vegetation.

Managed main office in Falmouth, MA, and satellite offices in Chesterfield and Hatfield, MA.

 

      Estate Manager 

      Confidential Private Family - NY, FL, CT, CA                                                                                                                                                                   04/1994 – 09/1999                                                                                                                                            

      Managed $MM budgets and oversaw entire functions of 65-in house staff for five private estates and renovation projects between 20-60K sf. The largest

      property was 65 acres located in a rural community.

 

      Highlights: Planned and installed one of the largest privately owned conifer collections in the United States. Developed long term organic plant heath

      care and pruning programs for all properties.

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- Coordinated and scheduled construction projects including two $12 and 13M on-budget renovations.

- Created in-house training and safety programs for tree and grounds staff and effectively reduced annual contracted landscape budget by 47%.

- Managed collection of over 25 automobiles, jet planes, and helicopters.

- Planned and executed entertainment, catering, staff, and rentals for events including parties of up to 400 guests, major political fundraisers, and

   frequent small events and dinner parties on short notice.

 

     The Davey Tree Expert Company/Allenby Tree Inc.                                                                                                                                                        04/1981 – 04/1994

      Built Allenby Tree, a $2M tree care, landscaping, irrigation and transplanting operation, and sold to Davey Tree Expert Company,  

      a $1B tree care operation with 74 U.S. offices, in 1989. District Manager, The Davey Tree Expert Company, Los Angeles County, CA

  

      (1989 – 1994)

      District Manager, The Davey Tree Expert Company, Orange County, CA (1989 – 1994)

- Managed office, projects, and 300 arbor care employees for Orange and Los Angeles Counties, bringing a struggling division

 to #6 out #74 in the company.

- Coordinated and supervised high-end private, commercial, and municipal tree and landscaping projects with up to

  $2M budgets for private estates, farms, wineries, universities, and town centers.

- Developed training and safety programs to increase productivity, safety, and profitability.

- Represented the company at conservation hearings for customers.

 

      Owner and Operator, Allenby Tree Experts, Falmouth, MA (1981 – 1989)

- Built family business from 6 to 55 employees and increased customer base to 2,600.

- Coordinated, scheduled and managed tree care, landscaping, and mature tree transplanting for customer projects.

 

      EDUCATION 

      University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA

- Degree in Arboriculture and Park Administration Management.

 

      CERTIFICATES

           - Certified Arborist.

           - CPR, Defibrillation, and First Aid.

           - Business Coursework, Cape Cod Community College and University of Massachusetts – Amherst, MA.      

           - Various Business Seminars, 30 hours annually.

           - Florida Real Estate License.

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      PERSONAL INFORMATION

- Married, two grown children.

- Excellent health, active with Peloton, mountain biking, roller blading, hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding and swimming.

- Volunteer for community projects including food kitchens and food pantries.

- FL driver’s license.

- Covid Vaccinated – Pfizer Vaccine: 2 doses

- Clean background check