Leadership Role - Regional Vice President

Alan Litzelfelner

President at Central Management Company

"Jim is a big picture guy, with the understanding that the big picture is achieved with the right team and systems in place. Analytical, quickly assesses issues and options. Communicates operational/financial plans effectively to owner and to the operational team......and delivers. At Equity, Jim was promoted to a RVP position overseeing a portion of the Midwest portfolio. He quickly developed a top notch management team and improved the performance of his region."

Deborah Flowers
Site Director at Alorica

"I have worked for many different people over the course of my career and Jim Shearer is at the top of the list as the best leader that I have worked for in my 20 years of property management. I think Jim has the natural ability to determine what is possible in an organization from the Leasing team to the COO. I had the pleasure of working with Jim, from 2003 to 2005, in Indianapolis where we created the first property management Customer Service Center. This was one of the best experiences in my career with Aimco. His leadership style motivates you to excel in any project you are assigned. Jim had a dynamic way of understanding all aspects of property operations with an emphasis on taking an innovative approach in the business. Jim’s combination of knowledge, people skills and the ability to mange a team to success is one of a kind. He would be a fantastic asset to any organization!"

James D. Shearer is a Real Estate Executive delivering  operational excellence. James and his team consistently deliver "Best Operator" results by focusing on business fundamentals. His project management, process oversight, and leadership skill sets were developed during years of service at the executive level in demanding institutional operating environments.

Here is what industry professionals are saying.  Read the following testimonials from professionals who have worked with James in his different leadership roles.

Leadership Role - Chief Operating Officer

testimonials

Elizabeth Whitman

Counsel at Mirsky Law Group, LLC

"I worked with Jim on many real estate projects over about an eight-year period and have found him to be a seasoned, knowledgeable professional who is particularly gifted in asset management and repositioning."

James Kobrick
Senior Living Executive Leader

"Jim has a number of great skill sets in the areas of asset management, strategic agility, financial management as well as overall leadership. I have always been especially impressed by his ability to simplify complex projects for the team in order to create clarity, and to set expectations and accountability. He demonstrates a high level of entrepreneurial spirit and is committed to success. Jim has the drive and perseverance to get the results needed while at the same time supporting his team. I have learned a great deal over the years under Jim's direction and strongly recommend him for executive level leadership roles."

Beverly Park
Corporate Vice President of Human Resources at Wilkinson Family of Companies

"I am pleased to recommend Mr. Jim Shearer. I reported directly to Mr. Shearer while he was the COO at Wilkinson Corporation/Good Neighbor Care. Mr. Shearer took on significant responsibilities in cash management, leadership and development of new teams and coaching and support to current teams throughout the organization. I appreciated the way he identified key skills and strengths in our team and provided tasks and assignments that ensured people gave their best to the company. He managed people in more than 3 time zones and seemed to always make himself available to assist and help where needed. Jim's leadership and guidance for me professionally helped me to grow and earn a promotion to the VP of HR. I appreciated his trust in me and my decisions and the autonomy he gave me to manage the HR functions for the organization. I sincerely enjoyed working as part of his management team and benefited greatly from his leadership."

Stephen Seluck
Real Estate Asset Manager at Allegiancy

"Jim is a polished property management operator with the ability to develop analytical tools for organizing, tracking and forecasting major capital projects ensuring that all projects are completed timely, within budget and to quality standards. His attention to detail and the ability to develop creative ideas make him a valuable asset to any organization. We have worked together on many major capital rehab projects the largest being an 8.5 million dollar project. It has been a pleasure working alongside Jim and I have grown professionally from his experience and tutelage. He is a true leader."

Chris Roach
Broker/Owner at Chris Roach Real Estate

"Jim has great skill in managing multiple assets over several states. I've witnessed Jim find, acquire, and transform non performing properties into profitable assets. Jim is also very detail oriented and willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done."