Sean Gelson
Denver
Summary
Experienced in political consulting, speech writing, policy writing, and organizing. Strong foundation in establishing and nurturing connections with key stakeholders. Demonstrated success in enhancing community engagement initiatives and achieving outreach objectives. Proficient in strategic communication and event planning. Ready to make valuable contributions to the success of any project or campaign.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Managing Partner
Dolman & Gelson Ventures, I, LLC; dba; Jersey Mike’s Subs
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised franchise operations and management to enhance service quality.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment through mentoring and empowering employees.
- Executed financial forecasts to facilitate informed decision-making and risk mitigation.
Field Orgaier
Yadira Caraveo for Congress
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Cultivated relationships with candidates, community leaders, and stakeholders in Adams and Weld counties for Congresswoman Yadira Caraveo in the 8th Congressional District (2022). Collaborated with larger campaigns. Recruited canvassers for fundraising and voter mobilization.
- Analyzed data to optimize strategies and resources.Launched a phone banking program to engage undecided voters and mobilize supporters.
- Maintainedan internal database of service workers and activities.
Real Estate Manager
Jersey Mikes Franchise Systems
12.2017 - 12.2021
- Evaluate markets, manage brokers, conduct site visits, and analyze competitors and pricing strategies.
- Implement creative strategies to secure real estate and outperform competitors
- Manage diverse transactions, including leases, subleases, renewals, amendments, and relocations
- Led cross-functional teams with collaboration and clear communication.
Commercial Real Estate Analyst
Energy Real Estate Solutions, LLC
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Prepare quarterly property valuations using Microsoft Suite, ARGUS and Excel DCF, along with value changes for the Managing Director and Executive Vice President.
- Reduced risks associated with lending decisions by conducting comprehensive credit analysis on prospective borrowers.
- Conduct financial modeling to assess project viability and guide investment decisions for new acquisitions or developments.
Associate-National Office & Industrial Property Group
Marcus & Millichap
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Admitted to the selective SIP program (under 5% acceptance rate).
- Negotiated better client terms while working with fund managers and custodians.
- Prepared contracts and related documentation according to strict standards.
- Improved client satisfaction with personalized investment guidance and tailored portfolio recommendations.
- Managed $7.5M in Industrial Sales across Denver, Arizona, and Chicago, earning over $250K in gross commission in FY 2016, ranking in the top 2% of first-year Associates.
SIP-Kaplan/Kramer Group
Marcus & Millichap
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Accepted into the highly competitive SIP program, which is offered to less than5% of new agents and pairs new agents with the firm’s top senior agents to accelerate deal experience and brokerage development
- Created25+ acquisition and development models using Argus and in-house models to determine capitalization rates and cash flows for potential clients and investors
SIP-Kaplan/Kramer Group
Marcus & Millichap
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Accepted into the highly competitive SIP program, which is offered to less than5% of new agents and pairs new agents with the firm’s top senior agents to accelerate deal experience and brokerage development
- Created25+ acquisition and development models using Argus and in-house models to determine capitalization rates and cash flows for potential clients and investors
Campaign Intern
Cory Booker for Senate
08.2013 - 11.2013
- Refined the effectiveness of voter outreach by providing training to volunteers on phone banking and canvassing methodologies.
- Acquired valuable insights into governmental policy-making processes through the execution of legislative research tasks.
- Exhibited adaptability by assuming new responsibilities as they emerged throughout the course of the internship.
Education
MBA -
Regis University
Denver, CO08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Financial Management, Political Science
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN05.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite Expert
- LexisNexis
- Data Analysis
- Policy Analysis
- Community outreach
- Strategic planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Organizational development
- Community engagement
- Customer relationship building
Accomplishments
- Successfully achieved all target objectives through the implementation of efficient and innovative strategies.
- Supervised a team of 40 brokers nationwide while facilitating the opening of150 stores annually.
- Collaborated with the team of Governor O'Malley and Senator Booker on various youth and policy initiatives.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel to create tracking spreadsheets for tasks, revenue, performance metrics, targeted demographics, and regions.
- Collaborated with a team of 12 in the formulation of a voter engagement strategy to maximize participation.
Awards
Indiana Beta-Phi Kappa Psi, National Executive Board, Indiana Beta-Phi Kappa Psi, Alumni Relations Chair, Marcus & Millichap Pace Setter Award2016 & Top Caller Award2016
Affiliations
- Adams County Young Democrats
- Colorado Young Democrats Executive Board Member
- Young Democrats of America
- Youth Tutor in English and Grammar
- Indiana University Alumni Association
- Phi Kappa Psi Fraternal Alumni Association
- Colorado Real Estate License #FA100057373
Certification
- Colorado Driver's License
- Colorado Real Estate Brokerage License
- MBA Candidate
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
2016 Pace Setter
2016 Pace Setter
I was awarded the Pace Setter Award for Marcus & Millichap, an award that is only presented to agents who meet an exceptional standard of performance during their first four months. In addition to receiving the firm’s Sales Recognition Award in 2020,I
Languages
eng
Native or Bilingual
Latin
Professional Working
Interests
- Surfing
- Snowboarding
- Avid Reader
- Community Cleanup
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
- Cooking
- DIY and Home Improvement
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Martial Arts
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Camping
- Team Sports
- Historical Exploration
- Playing Sports
- Advocacy Campaigns
- Fundraising Events
- Backpacking and Hiking
- Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP)
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Hiking
- Running
Timeline
Field Orgaier
Yadira Caraveo for Congress
08.2024 - 11.2024
Principal Managing Partner
Dolman & Gelson Ventures, I, LLC; dba; Jersey Mike’s Subs
01.2023 - Current
Real Estate Manager
Jersey Mikes Franchise Systems
12.2017 - 12.2021
Commercial Real Estate Analyst
Energy Real Estate Solutions, LLC
03.2017 - 11.2017
SIP-Kaplan/Kramer Group
Marcus & Millichap
06.2015 - 06.2016
SIP-Kaplan/Kramer Group
Marcus & Millichap
06.2015 - 06.2016
Associate-National Office & Industrial Property Group
Marcus & Millichap
01.2015 - 02.2017
Campaign Intern
Cory Booker for Senate
08.2013 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Public Financial Management, Political Science
Indiana University
- Colorado Driver's License
- Colorado Real Estate Brokerage License
- MBA Candidate
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
- Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
MBA -
Regis University
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