Highly talented, motivated, and results-driven senior executive, powered with broad-based years of an impressive record of success in delivering multi-million dollars’ earnings/savings and operational efficiency improvements. Excel at revitalizing operations and reinvigorating underperforming, cross-functional teams and divisions to drive strong and sustainable productivity gains toward fulfillment of corporate goals. Adept at developing and implementing innovative solutions to complex and challenging problems with a hands-on, lead-by-example style that fosters a culture of teamwork, shared mission, and dedication to operational excellence. Highly capable to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNIQUE PROPERTIES GROUP | GTG Capital Holdings

• REAL ESTATE AND MORTGAGE PARTNER SERVING the US 2013-Present

• Recruiting and Hiring Sales Group in LA and OC areas in So. California

WESTERN PRESIDENT | HomeServices Lending 2008–2013
Direct and coordinate day-to-day operational aspects of a joint venture between Wells Fargo Home Mortgage and HomeServices of America–a Berkshire Hathaway Affiliate, which is recognized as the second-largest, full-service independent residential real estate brokerage firm and the largest brokerage-owned settlement services (mortgage, title, escrow, and insurance) provider in the United States. Build and cultivate long-term quality relationships by consistently providing exceptional customer service…

EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration Bachelor of Science in Business Management.

One of California’s Top Performing Lending Broker’s in the state of California since (1999) since statistics have been tracked by the NMBA. With over 30 years of experience, Michael Lee Santa Maria has become one of Southern California’s “Go-To” lending brokers and has maintained a respectable reputation for tenaciously protecting his client’s interests. Savvy negotiations and cutting edge marketing strategies joined with uncompromising integrity as the hallmarks of Michael’s service. Michael is exceptionally well-respected in his industry, not only for his unparalleled professional track record and high ethical standards but for being an honest, hard-working family man who does absolutely everything in his power to ensure his client’s success.

Thanks to his exceptionally loyal clientele, personal referrals, and repeat business form the foundation of Michael’s career. To ensure efficient, complete service for you, Michael’s associates all have been carefully selected from the very finest people in the financial world/business to form the most highly regarded and respectful team in the industry.

Experience and Recognition

• Built and managed two top national banking firms with over 300 employees each.
• Personally generated over $1.3 billion of residential and commercial loans.
• Was one of the top-producing mortgage brokers on the West Coast.

Expertise

• Exceptional attention to skilled negotiations, knowledgeable analysis of market values and market trends.
• Expertise and renowned credibility in resolving difficult transactions.

Education

• B.S. in Business Administration/ Marketing, San Bernardino State University
• State of California Bureau of Real Estate Broker #01177936
• NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator #1400421

Ando is an experienced real estate and finance professional with over 2 decades of development and finance history. He has personally managed the purchase and exit of existing and/or undeveloped real estate projects, revamping the value and design for resale or to hold as income producing assets. He has a vast array of knowledge in real estate development, creative finance, negotiating deals and project management.

As a very strong negotiator, Ando brings a new art form in the process of getting a deal under contract and bringing the project to life. Where other’s see a challenge, Ando see’s opportunity and value. His experience provides a great amount of value in private money finance, real estate design/build and management.

Besides spending time with his wife and 2 young children on his off days, Ando loves to spend time playing the piano, hiking and creating new adventures with his family and friends.