1. ANDRE K. MIESNIEKS, ESQ.
ANDREMIESNIEKS@GMAIL.COM ♦ 908.295.5105
8746 Preston Place Chevy Chase MD 20815
MULTI-SKILLED EXECUTIVE
Solution and bottom-line focused leader with proven and measurable track record
of delivering exceptional results in multiple arenas. Top-notch communicator and
developer of high-value, long-term relationships (internally and externally).
CORE COMPETENCIES
Communication Skills (written, verbal, presentation) based upon interpersonal
acumen ♦ Sales and Marketing Expertise ♦ P&L Accountability ♦ Cross-Functional
Team Leadership ♦ Strategic Planning ♦ Improvement Opportunity Identification
and Implementation
OBJECTIVES
Maximize my contribution to the team and organization’s mission through astute
application of the broad spectrum of skills and experience acquired and offered.
Your vision is my mission.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
REAL ESTATE & BUSINESS CONSULTANT
Transactional representation of buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants in a wide variety of residential
housing-related matters. Referral-driven success.
AKM AFFILIATES (Nov. 2011 – Present)
MANAGING PARTNER
Licensed attorney providing all aspects of organizational and individual consulting services ♦
Communication and Presentation Development ♦ Speechwriting and Editing ♦ Audio and visual
narration ♦ Process Improvement and Best Practice Implementation ♦ Leadership Training ♦
Negotiation Representation ♦ Extensive network of highly regarded professionals within multiple
disciplines. Results-driven success.
2. K. HOVNANIAN HOMES (NYSE HOMEBUILDER) (Aug. 1982 – Nov. 2011)
Area Legal Counsel (Nov. 2010 – Nov. 2011)
Managed comprehensive range of legal initiatives exceeding organizational goals.
Provided tactical and strategic legal and business counsel in all areas of operation.
Vice President, Legal and Land Acquisition (Nov. 2009 – Nov. 2010)
Prioritized and coordinated development projects surpassing business requirements,
resulting in measurable improvements in profitability.
Corporate Vice President of Operations (Jul. 2007 – Nov. 2009)
Oversaw all aspects of national operations (Product Development; Sales, Marketing and
Customer Satisfaction; Purchasing and National Contracts; Home Production; Quality). Guided
implementation of individual business units’ best practices company-wide, resulting in overall
performance improvements in multiple disciplines.
Area President (Jan. 2005 – Jul. 2007)
Maximized Business Unit performance achieving superior profitability and customer satisfaction,
while rebuilding team morale.
Region Vice President of Operations (Sept. 2002 – Jan. 2005)
Developed and led staff teams supporting field operations: Legal; Land Development; Architecture;
Purchasing; Sales and Marketing; Design Gallery; Home Production and Quality; Warranty Service;
and Customer Satisfaction. Contributed to years of record performance.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Fordham School of Law - 1979 (J.D.)
Wharton School of Business - University of Pennsylvania – 1976 (B.S. Economics)
The Lawrenceville School - 1972
Maryland Association of Realtors
Greater Capitol Association of Realtors
National Association of Realtors
New Jersey and American Bar Associations
National Association of Homebuilders
American Latvian Association
National Audubon Society
PASSIONS AND PURSUITS
NATURE and SPORTS – Both as a participant and spectator;
THE ARTS – In every form and medium;
TRAVEL – Unparalleled educational experiences;
OUR NEXT GENERATION’S SUCCESS AND LEGACY – “Paying it forward” by
communicating personal, peer, and prior generations’ experiences to positively contribute to those of
future generations.