Tara Smiley, CCIM

Experience

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  C & C Concrete Specialists, Inc.

  Jun 2007 - Jul 2018

  Project Estimator
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  Christie Development Associates, LLC

  May 2009 - Jul 2016

  Real Estate Coordinator
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  Drake Development, LLC

  Aug 2016 - now

  Municipalities and commercial enterprises throughout the country are increasing demand for developing dense, accessible, mixed-use sites that can meet the demands of patrons. Drake Development offers full-service real-estate development and smart solutions for the development difficulties that have limited your company’s progress.As Director of Development, I oversee all aspects of the development process, from project feasibility to project completion, including: Site acquisition Contract and lease negotiations Project entitlements Construction management Property disposition.In today’s market, the feasibility of commercial real estate development often relies on public incentives or on overcoming other complex challenges. Each day at Drake, I help to create innovative solutions for development projects for mid-sized communities that other firms might neglect.My diverse base of clients includes: Businesses that want to expand into new locations but need help navigating the real-estate market, deciding whether to own or lease new locations, or undertaking complex construction projects National or regional enterprises seeking to capitalize on new opportunities for expansion into mixed-use developments or niche markets.What I enjoy about my work is the opportunity to overcome challenges thanks to my diverse background in insurance and financial services, construction estimating, asset management, and development management. Contact me today to learn more about Drake’s mixed-use development projects.tara@drakekc.com | (913) 662-2632 (O) | www.drakekc.com Show less

  • Managing Partner

    Oct 2021 - now

  • Partner & Director Of Development

    Aug 2016 - now
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  Drake Health

  Jun 2019 - now

  Partner