1. Gerard Thomas Sepulveda Padriga
1005-G Friendship Village, Basak, San Nicolas
Cebu City, Philippines 6000
Mobile Number: +63 917 703 6378
Email Address: gpadriga@gmail.com
SUMMARY
A dedicated and seasoned Professional with more than 10 years of accumulated experience in the
field business development and sales; real estate leasing and project management; and most
recently in renewable energy focusing on solar energy.
Possesses excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills. A natural Leader and
good team player who maintains a positive disposition. Strong presentation, negotiation, and
persuasion skills. Results-oriented with advanced knowledge on implementing Quality
Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015; ISO 14001:2004; and OHSAS 18001:2007).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
General Manager: (October 01, 2016 – Present)
Colliers International Philippines, Inc.
5th
Floor, Ayala Life-FGU Building
Mindanao Avenue, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City, Philippines
Tasked to strengthen the company's presence in Visayas and Mindanao in expanding
the Office Services in both regions by matching space requirements of clients to
available office spaces.
Responsible for business development by updating office space availability, collating
property information, developing client and broker networks, and populating property
database in order to cater to various clienteles' diverse needs.
Responsible for expanding the company’s other revenue streams such valuation
services, highest and best use studies, property management, marketing studies,
investments, commercial, and residential leasing.
Tasked to oversee the daily operations of the Cebu Regional Office.
2. Business Development Specialist: (April 01, 2016 – September 30, 2016)
Enerland Group - Enerland Integrated Sun Corp.
Rm.2005, 20F, Zuellig Building, Makati Ave. cor.
Paseo De Roxas, Makati City 1226 Philippines
Implement Marketing Strategy to promote and develop the Commercial-Industrial
Market & Utility-Scale Project Development channel in achievement of set Sales
Objectives;
Provide technical assistance in project pursuits of the Company including preparation of
proposals and participation in marketing presentations as well as turn-over of successful
transactions to Technical & Installation Groups;
Manage External Consultants by providing them with guidance, coaching, tools and
processes aligned with company directions / policies / guidelines and the marketing
strategy in achieving higher success rates (if applicable);
Assist and manage solar PV installations of the Company, subcontractors, and vendors
while ensuring safety, client satisfaction and quality installations consistent with
Company standards;
Assist project management and maintain open lines of communication regarding project
budget, productivity, change orders, quality control and customer satisfaction;
Assist and manage project schedule and orchestrate timely project completion within
budget;
Oversee the scheduling, coordination, and supervision of all crew activities. Schedule all
daily and weekly scope of work activities;
Assist quality craftsmanship of all installations and perform frequent quality assurance
and quality control inspections;
Coordinate all required jurisdictional inspections, and maintain good working
relationships with inspectors and utilities; and
Set, obtain, and monitor installation goals to improve efficiency of operations.
Real Estate Officer: (September 16, 2015 – February 23, 2016)
Jollibee Foods Corporation
6th
Floor, Mercedes Benz Tower
Mindanao Avenue, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City, Philippines
Conduct and gather site information on the sites selected by the company.
Conduct site assessment on priority Trade Areas agreed in site mapping activity.
Prepare sales forecast for agreed trade areas.
Gather ownership information from land owners, building administrator, government
agencies, neighbors, store keepers, brokers.
Finalize site sourcing information which bears complete site details, tenancy status,
business situations, applicable laws and future developments.
Gather rental precedence and market rates.
Ensure the viability of new stores based on projections.
3. Prepare negotiation history.
Update negotiation history until both parties agree on all terms and conditions.
Conduct due diligence by securing critical site information such as zoning, line and
grade, local ordinance, liens and encumbrances.
Prepare final terms and conditions and other contract conditions and ensures that
necessary annexes.
Compiles all reports, data, correspondences, maps, and documents.
Coordinates with main office units for payments.
Office Leasing Associate: (October 16, 2013 – September 15, 2015)
Cebu Holdings, Inc.
6th
Floor, Cebu Holdings Center
Cebu Business Park, Cebu City, Philippines
Responsible for leasing out vacant space/office properties to prospective locators;
Ensure that occupancy of each building property is maintained at 100%.
Handle account management of assigned locators;
Handle contract negotiations from initial point of contact, proposals, and presentations,
contract negotiations and execution;
Prepare yearly budget and revenue forecast.
Prepare Direct Operating Expense budget and ensure that spending is within the
prescribed budget.
Liaise with Government institutions and organizations for market insights.
Operations Associate: (July 07, 2012 – October 15, 2013)
Cebu Holdings, Inc.
Level 4, Ayala Center Cebu
Cebu Business Park, Cebu City, Philippines
Responsibilities:
Responsible for leasing out vacant commercial spaces to prospective merchants;
Ensure that occupancy of the commercial center is maintained at 100%.
Handle account management for merchants assigned;
Handle contract negotiations from initial point of contact, proposals, and presentations,
contract negotiations and execution;
Prepare yearly budget and revenue forecast of assigned accounts
Prepare Direct Operating Expense budget and ensure that spending is within the
prescribed budget.
4. Systems Process Consultant: Project Based (March 2011-July 2012)
AGF Consulting Group
Rm 202, JK Building, J Llorente Street
Capitol Site, Cebu City, Philippines
Assists assigned clients in getting certified to the Standard-based Management systems;
Handles project and account management;
Delivers mandatory trainings for ISO Management systems such Awareness, Internal
Audit and Documentation trainings;
Conducts Mock Assessments and second party audits of client’s management systems;
and
Recommends clients for certification body audit for ISO certification.
Business Owner (August 2011- October 2012)
Teresa's Kitchen
F. Cabahug Street, Cebu City/Southwestern University
Cebu City, Philippines
Responsible for overseeing the store's operations from menu creation, purchasing,
people management, cash management, marketing, and sales.
Plan, organize, and execute small events such as birthdays and pocket meetings; and
Monitor trends.
Banquet Sales Executive (February 25, 2009-June 25, 2010)
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu
Cebu Veterans Drive, Nivel Hills
Cebu City, Philippines
Responsible for the sales process from initial point of contact, proposals, and
presentations through contract negotiations and execution;
Plan, organize, and execute different functions/events from large conferences and
corporate meetings to birthdays, weddings, and other social events;
Monitor market trends and create different packages to suit each market segment; and
Ensure that all goals and objectives of the sales plan of the business area are met by
continually monitoring and reporting on competitive trends, sales trends, and other
problem areas.
Business Development Officer (November 15, 2007- January 31, 2009)
ECC International Corporation
Rm. 305 K&J Building
Don Julio Llorente St., Capitol Site
Cebu City, Philippines
5. Develop and execute sales and marketing plans and programs to ensure the profit
growth and expansion of company products and services;
Research, analyze, and monitor financial, technological, and demographic factors
leading to market opportunities;
Plan and contribute to the operation’s sales and marketing activities including print,
telemarketing, electronic, and direct mail outlets;
Build and maintain good relationship with clients and business partners;
Write proposals and execute contract negotiations; and
Prepare sales and marketing activity reports.
Project Officer (November 15, 2006- August 31, 2007)
Philippine Business for Social Progress
PSDC Building
Magallanes cor. Real Sts., Intramuros
Metro Manila, Philippines
Identify the needs of poverty groups and explore possible opportunities;
Conceptualize and develop projects designed to address the identified need;
Package project proposals for resource mobilization;
Conduct project implementation, monitoring, and evaluation; and
Provide technical assistance and consultancy to member companies in developing
projects that fulfill their thrust for Corporate Social Responsibility.
Sales Executive (February 2005 – September 2005)
Year One AutoZone
2256 Don Chino Roces Avenue
Makati City, Philippines
In charge of selling automotive products and services to prospective car dealerships,
service centers, and independent auto shops within an assigned geographical area;
Responsible for the sales process from initial point of contact, proposals, and
presentations through contract negotiations and execution;
Attend Automotive Trade Shows as sales and marketing representative and responsible
for setting and managing booth-on-site;
Work with trade show coordinator on booth happenings and logistics; and
Ensure that all goals and objectives of the sales plan of the business area are met by
continually monitoring and reporting on product trends, competitive trends, sales
trends, and other problem areas.
6. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Ateneo de Manila University June 2000 – March 2004
Loyola Heights, Quezon City, Philippines
Graduate in: Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences
Major in European Studies (Business Track)
Minor in French Studies
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth : March 07, 1983
Nickname : Iyad
Provincial Address : # 13 2nd
St., Don E. Sero Subdivision, Cotabato City
Civil Status : Single
Height : 5’9
Weight : 200 lbs.
Citizenship : Filipino
REFERENCES
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