Blake Sanford

· Conducted market research to assess the impact of amenities and client experience on operating expenses and rent costs per square foot across BXP's NYC portfolio, benchmarking against local industry standards ·Analyzed key properties in BXP's NYC portfolio to evaluate amenities, client satisfaction, and curb appeal, identifying revenue opportunities · Reported to the SVP of the NYC region, analyzing capital expenditures across BXP's NY portfolio, leading to increased revenue potential · Performed contingency analysis by reviewing historical spending and providing recommendations for future budget allocations

· Assisted this start-up organization with growing its brand awareness and customer base including prominent clients: the Gansevoort Hotel and the National Hockey League. · Met with hotel and apartment building managers in New York City and achieved a high conversion rate for setting up trials with their residents. · Created the company’s employee handbook as well as comprehensive policies and procedures for the current and future staff. Assisted with the training of two new concierges.

· Served six days per week overseeing the pool and cabanas for the members. Ensured all daily maintenance requirements were completed and professionally handled any member concerns.

· Taught and mentored 6-10-year-olds in maritime rules, basic sailboat handling and maintenance, knot tying and rigging, as well as all safety requirements and best practices. · Competed in multiple regattas with the students to put all of the knowledge gained into real, fast-paced events.

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3.7 GPA