Benjamin Simms

Experience

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  Steins Broadway, Inc.

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2016

  President & Operations Manager (Founder)

  Steins Broadway Management was a development and property management firm.I led the strategic planning and daily operations of a development and property management firm, overseeing 5 department heads (Property Management, Project Management, Construction, Accounting, and Administration) and up to 70 team members. Managed real estate development projects from site acquisition to completion, including financial analysis and construction management. Directed property management functions such as leasing, tenant relations, maintenance, and asset optimization. Managed budgets, financial performance, and capital planning. Built relationships with stakeholders, negotiated contracts, and ensured legal and regulatory compliance.Key highlights:• Coordinated and led the development/renovation of over 75 properties and property managed over 400 residential units and 100K square feet of commercial space.• Redeveloped The Temtor (Coca-Cola Syrup Plant); transformed property into 77 apartments and 27K square foot microbrewery.• Redeveloped over a dozen mixed-used properties in the “Steins Broadway” development.• Negotiated acquisition of over 80 distressed properties earmarked for renovation projects.• Oversaw historic renovations, leveraging state and federal historic tax credits.• Successfully established three Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts.• Led redevelopment of the historic Carondelet School in St. Louis, MO.• Spearheaded the redevelopment of the Chariton Apartments, including unit remodeling and the addition of a commercial adult daycare facility.• Maintained a 10-year partnership with the Sherwin-Williams Company as a Federal Historic Tax Credit collaborator.• Recognized with a “Development of the Year” award from the Landmarks Association (2011).• Developed team members into leadership roles through coaching and mentoring. Show less

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  Haumea LLC

  Jan 2016 - now

  Development & Property Manager (Founder)

  Haumea, LLC is a property management company.In this role, I oversee the full lifecycle of real estate development projects and manage property operations, including identifying and acquiring development sites, conducting market and feasibility analyses, and coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget; manage 4 team members. Administer property leasing, tenant relations, and maintenance to enhance occupancy rates and operational efficiency. Prepare and monitor budgets, financial reports, and capital expenditure plans, ensuring profitability and compliance with local regulations. Negotiate contracts, manage vendor relationships, and implement sustainable practices to improve property performance.Key Highlights:• Provided property management services for 12 residential properties, encompassing acquisition, renovation, vacation rental, and sales.• Attained over 1K exceptional reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars; recognized as Airbnb “Superhost” for seven consecutive years (2018 to present).• Conducted financial modeling services for third-party Federal Historic Tax Credit (FHTC)/State Housing Tax Credit (SHTC) renovation project based in New Orleans. Show less