SUSAN LORANGER

(310) 365-0525 LorangerSusan02@gmail.com

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VP LEASING ASSET MANAGEMENT

Commercial Real Estate / Operations / Business Development / Strategic Marketing
Dynamic solution oriented and analytical corporate executive with commercial real estate experience in office
buildings, retail properties and industrial real estate. Expertise in developing and implementing strategies
which maximize real estate assets value and cash flow through successful execution on leasing and marketing
plans, operating budgets, capital investment plans and risk management strategies. Proven ability to expertly
negotiate complex contracts as well as deliver thorough reporting.

Demonstrated strong leadership skills in strategically managing a successful leasing team while
marketing a commercial office and retail real estate portfolio consisting of over 10,500,000 square feet
for the majority of real estate career, with consummated lease transactions in excess of $6 billion.

Earned reputation as rainmaker and effective negotiator for quickly improving underperforming assets
with high vacancies to levels of meeting or exceeding pro forma.

Impeccable business development skills while building and nurturing long term client relationships and
delivering highly commended client-focused services with a dedication to integrity and ethics.

Honored as one of the Most Successful Women in Commercial Real Estate as well as Women Who
Mean Business per the Los Angeles Business Journal and San Fernando Business Journal respectively.

CORE SKILL SETS

Lease Negotiations
Operations / Budgeting
Due Diligence Analysis
Landlord and Tenant
Representation
Exceptional Organizational
and Time Management Skills
Investment Sales

Asset Management
Transaction Management
Asset Repositioning
Effective Teamwork and People
Management Skills
Acquisitions / Dispositions
Project Management for
Renovations / TIs

Department Management
Financial Analysis / Impact
Excellent Oral, Written and
Presentation Skills
Market Research / Analysis
Contract Negotiation and
Administration
Industry Best Practices

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
Coldwell Banker Commercial Los Angeles, CA
July 2013 Present
Recruited to apply vast knowledge in commercial real estate to expertly represent landlords and tenants in the
leasing of office, retail and industrial properties as well as buyers and sellers in a wide range of multi-million
dollar commercial investment sales transactions, (including multi-family and hotels), while developing new
business through assertive prospecting and leveraging expansive network.
I have known Susan for over twenty years and she has always been highly regarded in the real estate
industry. I give my highest recommendation for Susan. Reon Roski Managing Director, Majestic Realty Co.
Susan is one of the most respected professionals in the industry and has created some of the most successful
solutions for leasing in troubled markets. Don Hudson Exec Managing Director, Coldwell Banker Comml
DIRECTOR
DG Realty Advisory Service Los Angeles, CA
June 2009 June 2013
Strategic consulting for select private equity clients through the creation, implementation and management of
innovative leasing, asset management and development strategies for maximizing ROI for existing commercial
real estate assets as well as acquisitions. Specific office, retail and industrial properties were located in
California, Tennessee, Ohio and Texas.

SUSAN LORANGER

(310) 365-0525

LorangerSusan02@gmail.com

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Known for achieving major portfolio cost savings by quickly reducing vacancies through implementation
of strategic marketing/leasing activities with outreach programs, optimal use of industry websites, creation
of effective marketing tools, mentoring in-house agents and establishing competitive market pricing
Conducted quantitative and qualitative analyses of property specific business plans through lease analysis,
hold/sell analysis, performance summaries and development modeling for maximum asset value.
Investigated, successfully negotiated and received governmental agency approvals for changes in parking
ratios, zoning, signage restrictions, and conditional easements thus increasing numerous properties values.
Significantly improved ownership reporting from clients brokers and management teams with efficiently
redesigned reports, (including leasing and financial performance and asset enhancement initiatives).
Analyzed broker and management performance, making recommendations for replacements as necessary.
Evaluated and reported property condition and functionality, (including LEED studies), and proposed
green retrofits and other capital improvements to reduce operating expenses and increase asset value.
Provided strategic development and competitive market analyses for specific and significant office, retail
and mixed use development projects in Burbank, Santa Monica and Sacramento.

Susan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to all aspects of her real estate services. We are
impressed with her ability to focus on the critical issues while delivering excellent results. She also
demonstrates excellent energy, loyalty and trustworthiness. I highly recommend Susan for any leadership
role.
Stanley Black - Principal, Black Equities
VICE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR OF LEASING
Douglas Emmett Inc. Santa Monica, CA
June 1990 May 2009
Managed all asset leasing operations of a Class A commercial office and retail real estate portfolio during its
tremendous growth from 568,000 square feet to 10.25 million square feet. Drove sustainable growth by
developing, hiring and managing the Asset/Leasing Department and expanding it to a cohesive team of 15
employees, (including leasing agents, legal counsel, marketing and administrative support), while meticulously
managing and negotiating approximately 60 lease transactions at any given time.
Recognized as the companys Problem Solver, i.e. In bringing the Sherman Oaks Galleria from 62% to
92% leased within 14 months after its major redevelopment, stabilizing the Westwood assets to 98%
occupancy before 40,000 SF of newly vacant space flooded the market, and quickly re-leasing over 60,000
SF of space created from the mortgage crisis, eliminating projected lost revenue and creating a total of over
$1 billion in newly realized cash flow.
Conceptualized a program adding portfolio value of over $2 billion which continues to add value daily.
Delivered high-impact training incorporating new business generation and tenant retention strategies
enabling in-house leasing agents to meet or exceed pre-determined individual performance goals.
Created lease and lease proposal boilerplates, all marketing reports, (including monthly, quarterly and
annual percentage leased reports), square footage spreadsheets, various analyses reports, (including tenant
financials and transactions in progress reports), marketing programs and materials.
Developed departments annual budgets and conceptualized aggressive cost saving strategies.
Liaised successfully and effectively with ownership, tenants, (from the small business owners to the multifloor global corporate firms), as well as the brokerage community.
Coordinated and managed property managers, contractors, architects and other service providers/vendors
for building renovations and tenant improvement design, cost and construction schedules.
Susan, your charm, knowledge and loyalty to us has always been recognized and appreciated. When we had
a property that appeared to be a tough one we always looked to you to handle it, and you came through.
Thanks for contributing to our success over the past years in a major way.
Jon A Douglas Co-Founder and Principal, Douglas Emmett

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS

B.A. - University of Western Ontario (Honors English with Economics) London, Ontario, Canada
- CoreNet Global MCR Program RE Transactions: Impact on Corp Financials
-California Real Estate License
- Los Angeles Commercial Real Estate Association Committee Member

TECHNICAL SKILLS
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Outlook and MRI database software