Executive leader (VP, SVP, CDO) delivering measurable capital, infrastructure, and resilience outcomes
Executive leader (VP, SVP, CDO) delivering measurable capital, infrastructure, and resilience outcomes across nonresidential construction, federal facilities, healthcare systems, data centers, and ESG development. I've directed $1B+ in portfolios, delivered $600M+ across 12 states, and structured $150M in NMTC, LIHTC, HTC, USDA, and CDFI capital for mission‑critical projects.
I specialize in stabilizing politically sensitive programs, restoring mission‑critical operations, and converting complex, multi‑source capital into shovel‑ready, defensible outcomes. My work spans federal campuses, secure facilities, hospitals, senior living, and community infrastructure—environments where precision, compliance, and continuity of operations determine success.
I create clarity in complex environments. I design capital stacks that attract institutional ESG investment, write contract language that eliminates ambiguity, and sequence work so construction teams never inherit surprises. I lead negotiations that protect mission integrity, secure long‑term tenants, and move boards, lenders, and agencies from debate to decision.
Relentless about the details. Clear in communication. Generous with the team. I stay in the room until the program is stable and the outcome is defensible. Accountability is nonnegotiable.
VP, SVP, CDO in Nonresidential Building Construction, Federal Infrastructure, Healthcare Systems, Data Centers, ESG and Resilience Strategy, Program Delivery & Construction Management.
Attune Development Consultants
Feb 2024 - Present · 2 yrs
United States · Hybrid
Deliver measurable capital, resilience, and program outcomes across healthcare, education, affordable housing, and rural/island communities. Convert complex, multi‑source capital and remote‑site constraints into shovel‑ready, ESG‑aligned projects that meet institutional, regulatory, and community expectations.
The Housing Authority of Washington County (Maryland)
Jan 2015 - Feb 2024 · 9 yrs 2 mos
United States · On-site
Delivered measurable portfolio, compliance, and operational results across a $13M P&L and 800+ units. Modernized systems, expanded capital access, and sustained HUD High Performer status while improving housing stability and resident mobility.
NexGen Algae & CBO Financial
Jul 2009 - Jan 2015 · 5 yrs 7 mos
United States · On-site
Drove enterprise growth, capital formation, and operational performance for an ESG‑aligned infrastructure firm. Delivered measurable improvements in efficiency, capital access, and market expansion.
Attune Development Consultants
Mar 2006 - Jul 2009 · 3 yrs 5 mos
United States · Hybrid
Delivered measurable capital, infrastructure, and operational outcomes for a $45–50M modernization and expansion program for the Frederick News‑Post's First Amendment facility.
Corporate Office Properties Trust
Mar 2004 - Mar 2006 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site
Delivered measurable federal redevelopment, COOP‑aligned infrastructure, and secure facility outcomes across a $350M defense‑oriented portfolio.
Morgan Keller Construction — Frederick, MD
Mar 2003 - Mar 2004 · 1 yr 1 mo
Frederick, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
Delivered measurable schedule, cost, and quality outcomes across $5M+ in commercial construction projects.
PageSoutherlandPage
May 1996 - Nov 2003 · 7 yrs 7 mos
Houston, Texas, United States · Hybrid
Delivered measurable quality, compliance, and operational outcomes across healthcare, research, and infrastructure projects.
Howell Construction LLC
May 1992 - May 1996 · 4 yrs 1 mo
West Virginia, United States · Hybrid
Delivered measurable accuracy, risk mitigation, and litigation outcomes across 150+ forensic investigations.
Delivered a comprehensive federal Continuity of Operations (COOP) redevelopment, reducing schedule risk by 25% through streamlined approvals and cross‑agency coordination. Fort Ritchie project included entitlements, remediation, and UXO mitigation.
Structured and deployed blended ESG capital integrating NMTC, HTC, USDA RD, and CDFI financing across multi‑sector projects spanning 12 states and island communities.
Directed healthcare and disaster‑recovery delivery, restoring hospitals and research facilities to operational readiness. Included restoration of critical environments after Tropical Storm Allison.
Repositioned 800+ units and launched a 501(c)(3) serving more than 2,500 residents. Expanded affordable housing supply through LIHTC‑aligned acquisitions and capital stacks.
Directed NMTC funding and redevelopment strategy for St. Margaret's Nursing Home in New Orleans' Lower 9th Ward. This 116-bed facility restored long-term care access post-Katrina and now houses the Team Gleason House for ALS/MS patients—one of only two such units in the U.S.
Directed development and NMTC funding strategy for Puerto Rico's first commercial-scale hydroponic tomato facility. This 175,000 ft² project produces 2.2M pounds annually and advances food security, job creation, and ESG-aligned agriculture in a severely distressed region.
Delivered a 130,000 sq ft modernization program including a $35M international press acquisition. Integrated six 51‑ft press towers and 24 synchronized motors into a super‑flat slab supported by 100+ caissons.
Closed $150M across three blended transactions for high‑impact, mission‑critical developments, integrating multiple capital sources including NMTC, LIHTC, HTC, USDA, and CDFI financing.
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