Minden Dickson

Experience

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  ProLogis

  Jun 1997 - Oct 2004

  Budget Analyst

  Responsible for development project and overhead budgeting for publicly traded real estate investment trust specializing in commercial distribution facilities worldwide.- Had sole responsibility for overhead budget process which included 350 cost centers in 16 countries. Worked closely with CFO and COO to analyze and refine cost center budgets.- Managed development forecasts for properties in North America and Europe. Analyzed projected property yields and construction funding requirements. Show less

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  Hunt Companies, Inc

  Oct 2004 - now

  Elevated to Director, I led the implementation of Planful as our EPM system, enhancing our forecasting capabilities. My role includes crafting detailed reports for the Board of Directors and bond investors, while also tracking our cash flows. Spearheading zero-based budgeting, I manage and direct all aspects of our substantial corporate budget, fostering cross-functional collaboration and effective training.I've improved system functionality, driving a 35% increase in Planful's internal use, while generating dynamic reports and swiftly handling ad hoc requests. With a focus on efficiency, I've developed customized budget templates and reports, significantly increasing system adoption.A key achievement was designing the financial model for our corporate headquarters project, collaborating with diverse stakeholders. This resulted in 250+ model iterations, enabling informed decision-making.Leveraging my Planful expertise, I ensure regular report generation and maintain multiple models in Planful Dynamic Planning. I'm dedicated to streamlining our strategic financial planning and fostering corporate growth. Show less I was brought on board to design from scratch financial models for our real estate and military housing portfolios, enabling us to analyze value and manage debt proactively. One of my most rewarding projects involved leading a complex 2-year M&A due diligence process, which culminated in the successful sale of a large portfolio of low-income housing properties. This involved extensive collaboration with HUD and potential buyers, thorough financial forecasting, and expert project management.Working closely with the CFO and Chairman, I played a key role in developing a 5-year corporate plan and cash forecast, which I then presented to our Investment Committee and senior executives.I pride myself on my ability to create impactful reports and models that drive business decisions. Moreover, I find great fulfillment in guiding and training budget preparers, helping them harness the power of driver-based budgeting methodologies and historical trends to enhance accuracy and strategic alignment in our business planning. Show less

  • Director, FP&A

    Jan 2010 - now

  • Manager, FP&A

    Oct 2004 - Jan 2010
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  El Paso Playhouse

  Oct 2016 - now

  President

  I serve as the President on the board of the El Paso Playhouse, the longest-running community theater in El Paso.