Michael Kohan

Experience

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  Ogilvy

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2004

  Account Manager

  • Designed custom business service solutions for mid-sized and Fortune 1000 companies with accountability for meeting customer expectations and profitability targets.• Developed leads for new business and grew existing enterprise accounts representing $4,000,000 in annual revenue. • Crafted product roadmaps to assist client corporations in meeting business goals.• Headed IBM’s direct marketing and internet advertising at Ogilvy & Mather; developed key word searches and banner ads; made client presentations; met budgets and timelines. (2004) • Rendered quality service that promoted retention of key Verizon accounts including GE, CitiGroup, IBM, JP Morgan Chase, American Express and Goldman Sachs. (2001-2004) • Presented proposals that enhanced quarterly revenues by $300,000; initiated client newsletter and onsite seminars that increased awareness and boosted market share by 10%. • Conducted extensive prospecting and developed a database with detailed business information and contacts for 1,000 companies. Show less

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  Halstead Real Estate

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2008

  Real Estate Broker

  Real Estate Professional | Business Development | Corporate Relocation | Investment Analysis• Proven track record of driving business growth and delivering exceptional service in New York’s competitive real estate market. • Successfully set performance goals, developed strategic plans, and expanded corporate client portfolios.• Acquired and managed rental properties, including sub-leasing for small business clients.• Led relocation services and apartment leasing for Fortune 500 corporations.• Conducted sales comparisons and leasing income analyses for prospective investors.• Trained new agents in database management, customer relations, market research, and industry knowledge.Key accomplishments:• Spearheaded the on-site sales of a new residential development condominium conversion at 215 East 81st Street.• Managed on-site leasing for a residential tenant building at 12 East 88th Street.• Generated $10M in residential real estate resale and $100K in leasing revenue over three consecutive years.• Negotiated and managed corporate leasing agreements for high-profile clients, including Deutsche Bank and Skadden, Arps.• Built strong relationships with corporate decision-makers, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and long-term loyalty.• Adept at market analysis, strategic planning, and relationship management, with a commitment to delivering results and exceeding client expectations. Show less

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  The Brodsky Organization

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2013

  Directed leasing operations for 13 Class A luxury buildings and 56 small-to-mid-rise rental properties in Manhattan (6,500+ units). • Managed on-site leasing offices, ensuring top-tier client service and operational efficiency.• Developed and implemented policies for leasing, sales, property improvement, and construction management.• Hired, trained, and supervised staff, providing mentorship and coaching to exceed performance expectations.• Oversaw marketing, advertising, and vendor relations, including direct tenant engagement.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:• Vacancy & Lease Management• Tracked vacancies to maximize rental income and tenant acquisition.• Established lease rates based on competitive market analysis.• Provided reports to building owners and streamlined communications via email blasts.• Training & Documentation• Created detailed building/department manuals for onboarding and leasing procedures.• Developed resources on apartment features, phone etiquette, and neighborhood insights.• Marketing & Advertising• Designed floor plan flyers, referral promotions, and corporate-branded giveaways.• Led print and digital campaigns, leveraging SEO, banner ads, and social media.• Managed corporate website redesign and launched a leasing-focused Facebook page.• Technology & Process Optimization• Automated leasing, billing, and tenant screening, reducing costs and increasing efficiency.• Built Excel tools for tracking vacancies, renewals, and non-renewals.• Created a CRM system to manage complex data and leasing trends.• Financial & Data Analysis• Modeled yearly rent roll, tracking lease activity quarterly, semi-annually, and annually.• Developed reports on price-per-square-foot trends and percentage rent changes.• Partnered with MLS listing sites to automate apartment listings. Show less • Managed leasing operations for two Class A luxury properties in Manhattan, comprising 415 highly sought-after apartments. • Oversaw all aspects of marketing and advertising vacant units, strategically setting rental rates to maximize profitability while ensuring consistent tenant demand. • Led the approval process for applicants, ensuring high occupancy levels while maintaining the integrity of the properties.• Provided top-tier tenant services, coordinating maintenance requests efficiently to enhance resident satisfaction and retention. • Managed apartment availability listings on corporate websites and Craigslist, leveraging multiple channels to reach prospective renters. • Organized and hosted weekly broker open houses, along with highly attended Sunday open houses, to drive leasing activity and expedite unit turnover.• Conducted in-depth meetings with prospective tenants, assessing applications, drafting lease agreements, and assisting with smooth move-in processes. • Developed and implemented leasing strategies that directly contributed to record-breaking year-end rent revenue. • Successfully leased all available apartments within 30 days of listing, maintaining a remarkably low 1% vacancy rate across both properties.• Through a proactive and strategic approach, consistently maximized rental income while upholding the properties’ luxury standards. • Demonstrated strong expertise in market analysis, tenant relations, and operational efficiency, ensuring continued success in one of the most competitive rental markets in the world. Show less

  • Associate Director

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2013

  • On-site Leasing Agent

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2009
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  Yoga Teacher

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2018

  Yoga Teacher / Yoga Therapist

  • Lead 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings• Maintain an ongoing understanding and study of human anatomy as it applies to yoga.• Teach yoga to corporate and private clients, creating specific, personalized programs.• Develop and deliver a variety of workshops, including an introduction to yoga, and inversions.• Serve as a mentor for new yoga teachers, observing their classes and providing feedback on areas of strength and need for improvement.• Continually develop yoga classes in order to ensure a diversity of class offerings.• Teach yoga to various students in health clubs, yoga studios and corporate facilities. • Design and build a website, brochures, diagrams, flyers, presentations, and videos for the purposes of advertising and teaching.• Teach yoga and meditation to beginner and intermediate students Show less

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  Elevate Life Project

  Jun 2018 - now

  Life Coach

  •Guide clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.•Provide customized strategies to help individuals overcome self-doubt, procrastination, and limiting beliefs.•Facilitate growth in emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being through personalized coaching sessions.•Develop and implement action plans that support clients in career transitions and personal transformation.•Utilize effective communication techniques to empower clients to make confident, aligned decisions.•Conduct workshops, webinars, and one-on-one sessions on self-discovery, confidence building, and mindfulness.•Design and execute goal-setting frameworks that foster accountability and sustained motivation.•Support clients in building resilience, enhancing self-awareness, and cultivating a success-oriented mindset.•Stay updated on coaching methodologies, behavioral psychology, and leadership development.Key Successes✅ Helped clients gain clarity and take decisive action to advance their careers and personal growth.✅ Designed and led transformative coaching programs that integrate mindfulness, yoga, and practical life skills.✅ Assisted clients in overcoming self-doubt and fear-based decision-making, resulting in measurable confidence boosts.✅ Facilitated workshops and courses on overcoming procrastination, effective communication, and setting boundaries.✅ Developed engaging video content and email campaigns to expand coaching reach and impact.✅ Created a structured goal-setting and accountability system that has led to lasting client transformations.✅ Integrated spiritual and psychological techniques to foster holistic well-being in clients’ personal and professional lives.✅ Supported clients in achieving financial, career, and lifestyle goals through strategic coaching and mindset shifts.✅ Successfully launched and promoted coaching programs with a growing client base. Show less