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Anthony
Santiago has over 15 years experience as a Real Estate and Non-Profit
Executive. His undergraduate and graduate degrees are from Trinity
University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
and an MBA in Management Sciences.
Mr. Santiago's primary business has been and
continues to be as a private real estate investor and investment advisor.
Mr. Santiago's family has been in the real estate investment business since
1929 and he continues to employ the same methodical and meticulous due
diligence that has made Mr. Santiago's family investments successful for the
last three generations.
Before graduating from Trinity University, Mr.
Santiago attended over 100 real estate closings as a principal or advisor.
During this time Mr. Santiago created and implemented investment strategies
that provided superior returns and growth.
For nearly a decade, Mr. Santiago was the
President of Sterling International Property Valuations an international
valuation and investment advisory firm.
In the latter part of 2000,
Mr. Santiago accepted a consulting position as the Executive Director of one
of New York City's Business Improvement Districts. Here Mr. Santiago worked
directly with Federal, New York State and New York City elected officials,
community leaders, prominent real estate developers, and business owners to
attract, retain, and expand local business presences.
In March of 2003, Mr. Santiago accepted an appointment to the New York City
Housing Authority were he held the title of Deputy Director. Mr. Santiago
oversaw the day-to-day administration of a several hundred million dollar
real estate construction and new development portfolio. In May of 2004, Mr.
Santiago was promoted to Deputy Program Administrator for Resource
Management in the division of Capital Projects and Development within the
Building Exteriors unit.
 Abridged
Community Recognitions
Board of
Directors
Executive Board Member with voting rights for
each of the Boards listed
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New York City Business Improvement
District Managers Association 2000-2004
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Pitkin Avenue Business Improvement
District (Chair) 2000-2004
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Federation of Multicultural Programs
(Finance Co-Chair) 2002-2005
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Federation of Multicultural Programs of
New Jersey 2002-2005
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Coral Springs Business/Customer
Involvement Government Committee (Sub-Chair of the Political Speakers
Committee) 2000-2003
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The Broward Republican Executive
Committee 2000-2003
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Appointed in 2005 and 2006 to the
National Republican Congressional Committee's Business Advisory Council
and Honorary Chairman for the State of Connecticut
In addition to his work with these
organizations. Mr. Santiago is very active in New York City, South Eastern
Florida, Northern New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut in underprivileged
communities where he has been working with several community based
organizations to improve the neighborhoods. Mr. Santiago's most recent
accomplishments include the 2004 Congressional Special Recognition Award and
he was also a recipient of the 2004 New York City Distinguished
Entrepreneurial Award. Mr. Santiago has appeared on television and radio
shows as a real estate expert, including hosting the Real Estate Financial
Report on AM radio.
2004 Certificate of Special Congressional
Recognition for being a successful entrepreneur
2004 New York Distinguished Service Awards for
the Entrepreneur of the Year from the New York City Distinguished Community
Service Committee
2003 Appointed to NYC Housing Authority as a
Deputy Director for Development Operations and Initiatives in the Housing
Finance & Development Department 2004 & 2005 Appointed to the NYC Housing
Authority as a Deputy Program Administrator for Resource Management Capital
Projects Division
2005 & 2006 Recipient of the National
Leadership Award, by the National Republican Congressional Committee
Appointed in 2005 and 2006 to the National Republican Congressional
Committee's Business Advisory Council and Honorary Chairman for the State of
Connecticut
Not-for-profit Real Estate & Economic Operations
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Directed daily management of the
department’s general administration for a $600 Million construction
portfolio. Managed various special initiatives undertaken by the
department, including community building events and anticipated creating
the analysis of new development opportunities.
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Managed annual budget for Non Profit of
$2.8M Raised additional monies by successfully applying for city and
state grants
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Developed a revitalization plan for a
model block, a $4.5 Million project
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Developed and constructed a new parking
lot (which had been planned for ten years under a previous
administration); had groundbreaking within one year and successful
completion (under budget) within one year, $1.5 Million project budget
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Managed initial stages of development for
the disposition of all vacant FHA Homes, creating an action plan for the
disposition of all FHA properties, and anticipated managing the sale of
existing FHA Home mortgages to a third party servicing agent and/or direct
sale to mortgage brokerage firm
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Directed all operations in support of the
enhancement of an economically depressed urban area
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Enlisted additional security, which reduced crime by 73%
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Established a plan for a centralized
computer correspondence filing system, office procedures and protocols, a
computerized tracking system for all office, Law department requests for
assignments, equipment and supplies
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Initiated feasibility analyzes of
large-scale redevelopment projects, including zoning, urban and
neighborhood massing studies, density, and financial reviews
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Administered and managed all community
events including home ownership fairs, training and counseling programs
generated by other units within HFD
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Managed the day-to-day operations of the
department including timekeeping, report management, management of all
contract budgets, requisitions and financial tracking
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Managed all outreach and communications,
groundbreaking and ribbon cutting events
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Orchestrated an extensive clean up effort,
fostering a sense of community pride
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Served as a liaison between 200 business
merchant and various city agencies, politicians and media. Built
strategic relationships to bridge difficulties between parties with
conflicting interests
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Spearheaded quality of life initiatives
New
Business Development
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Achieved new clientele goals through policy development of
promotions, sponsorships, incentives, and assessing new market strategies
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Appeared on Television as a Real Estate Expert; as well as
having own AM Radio Show called “The Real Estate Financial Report” for 1
year
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Developed the infrastructure and
organization for numerous events, fundraisers, talent shows, industry
seminars, media roundtables and galas
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Spearheaded and supervised marketing
campaigns and all public relations initiatives
Real
Estate Development
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Cultivated relationships with professionals
including developers, financial institutions, attorneys, RE brokers,
investors, contractors, government offices and others to maintain a
continuous flow of disposition of assets.
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Delivered an average rate of return of
75%
on liquidated properties
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Developed and instituted technology-based
project management procedures to track milestones and set the critical
path
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Developed repositioning strategies for
distressed properties, while achieving desired rate of return, including
aggressive marketing campaigns
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Scouted nationwide real estate development
opportunities, including evaluating locations, and conducting market
analysis
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Teamed with community leaders to spearhead
extensive development projects while addressing regional socioeconomic
concerns
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Wrote comprehensive proposals delineating
design and construction, partnership and joint venture arrangements,
development costs, financing and project timelines
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New York State Licensed Real Estate Agent-Since 1992
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Connecticut Home Improvement Contractors License #606293
Real Estate Asset Management & Evaluations
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Developed the infrastructure and strategic
planning for a start up organization bringing annual revenues from
$75,000
to $27.5 Million
within three years-low Priced Product-High Volume
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Evaluated the relative worth of properties
through physical inspections and the analysis of prevailing market forces
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Performed thousands of risk management/due
diligence site inspections in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico,
Mexico and Italy
Mr. Santiago currently resides on the shoreline of Connecticut and continues
to invest in Real Estate. As the newly appointed Executive Director and CEO,
he devotes his time and energy towards the strategic growth and management
of the Minority Construction Council.
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