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The Real Estate PessimistCo-Host
Oct. 2024The Real Estate Pessimist: The Good, Bad, and the Truth About RE Investing is a new podcast dedicated to sharing the unfiltered, real-life stories of real estate investors.
Local Real Estate DevelopersCo-Founder
Nov. 2023United StatesAt Local Real Estate Developers, we help ordinary people turn overlooked properties into thriving spaces that transform their communities—& their lives. 1️⃣ Blueprint for Local Real Estate Development
Who It’s For: Anyone curious about starting in real estate development. 2️⃣ Build It: The Real Estate Development Accelerator: Expert-led 90-day masterclass offered 4x a year.
Who It’s For: Aspiring developers ready to accelerate their progress. 3️⃣ Development Mentorship Program: Guidance from your personal advisory board, supporting you through every stage of your project.
Who It’s For: Developers actively working on a project who need expert guidance. Schedule your free 20 minute discovery call! 💬 Whether you’re feeling stuck in an unfulfilling job, burned out from managing short-term rentals or flipping properties, or an empty nester ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re here to guide you. It’s time to stop waiting and start building—not just properties, but vibrant neighborhoods, lasting legacies, & futures filled with purpose. Let’s turn your ambition into action. Our co-founder, Kristi Kandel, has spent nearly 20 years—& over 50,000 hours—driving sustainable economic growth and revitalizing communities. As a developer, consultant, and planning commissioner, she’s completed hundreds of transformative projects and breathed new life into underutilized spaces. Now, she’s on a mission to empower 1,000 people to unlock the potential of their communities and make a meaningful impact. Through our masterclasses, courses, and mentorship, we break the development process into 6 clear, actionable steps, so you can move from feeling stuck to confidently leading your first project. Together, we’ll turn untapped opportunities into vibrant spaces to live, work, and thrive. Are you ready to build something extraordinary? 🏘️🏗️✨
Douglas County NevadaPlanning Commissioner
Jan. 2020 - Dec. 2022
I&D ConsultingFounder
Jan. 2015Florida, United StatesI&D Consulting Services specializes in solving systemic issues and developing systems and strategies that are easily adaptable to our developments. Our core focus lies in clean energy transportation projects, LIHTC affordable housing, workforce housing, small business development & disaster recovery programs to rebuild communities. We leverage technology including AI, to optimize processes, deliver consistent client results, and offer team location flexibility. Our agility allows us to adapt as industries evolve and market demands shift. Our unique ability to understand the entire development and operations process allows us to customize our approach and execute a unique and streamlined strategy for each development. We are equipped to perform a full spectrum of commercial real estate development services, including: site acquisitions, due diligence, entitlements, permitting, dry utilities, project and construction management services, and final disposition. From clean energy fueling stations for light-duty & heavy-duty vehicles, affordable housing developments, single-store projects, multi-market expansion programs, mixed-use, industrial, and residential projects, I&D has a proven record of successfully executing our real estate strategies. Our extensive experience and relationships with local jurisdictions, utility providers, public officials and private partners allow us to effectively complete developments across the country. The I&D Team is committed to creating lasting positive change in our communities. At I&D we don’t just think outside of the box, we threw the box away.
Fountainhead DevelopmentDevelopment Project Manager
Jan. 2014 - Dec. 2015Newport Beach, CAResponsible for all pre-deal aspects including site layout, feasibility reports, budgets, timelines, & site plan preparation. Responsible for all aspects of approved deals including due diligence reports, surveys, construction documents, permitting, & public hearings within the approved budget and timeline parameters. Responsible for all aspects of construction from the GC bid & selection process to the final turnover in accordance with the approved timeline and budget. Develop and cultivate working relationships with Sellers, Brokers, Investors, Clients, City Officials, Utility Providers, Caltrans, Architects, Civil Engineers, General Contractors, etc.
Boos Development West, LLCDevelopment Project Manager
Jan. 2010 - Dec. 2014Orange County, California AreaResponsible for all pre-deal aspects including site layout, feasibility reports, budgets, timelines, & site plan preparation. Responsible for all aspects of approved deals including due diligence reports, surveys, construction documents, permitting, & public hearings within the approved budget and timeline parameters. Responsible for all aspects of construction from the GC bid & selection process to the final turnover in accordance with the approved timeline and budget. Develop and cultivate working relationships with Sellers, Brokers, Investors, Clients, City Officials, Utility Providers, Caltrans, Architects, Civil Engineers, General Contractors, etc.
Code Check Professionals, Inc.President
Jan. 2010 - Dec. 2012Code Check Professionals, Inc. was started to fill a void in the sign industry. Understanding the importance of providing accurate code checks in a timely manner was the driving force behind starting this venture. We provide code checks nationwide for local and national sign companies on our custom designed code check forms. The key to our success is in the relationships we build with the sign officials of each municipality & the customer service we provide to our clients.
Icon Identity SolutionsAccount Manager
Jan. 2007 - Dec. 2010Florida, United StatesManaged projects from design conception to final implementation including the development of budgets, forecasts, & business plans to roll out new national programs. Developed and cultivated working relationships with CVS PMs, Developers, GC’s, City Officials, Architects, Civil Engineers, etc. Accounts: CVS Pharmacy, Jiffy Lube Re-Image program, Quiznos, Intelsat (global project management), UPS Freight, & Avis @ Sears.
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