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Mitchell Korus Application PackageCI MAMBEACH CITY OF MIAMI BEACH BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPLICATION FORM NAME: Korus mitchell P Last Name First Name Middle Initial HOME ADDRESS: 5757 LaGorce Dr Miami Beach Florida Apt No. Home No./Street City State PHONE: 305 705-7493 Home 305 987 7774 Virtualusa@aol.com Work Email Address 33140 Zip Code Business Name: Virtual Realty USA Position: Broker /Owner Address: 5757 Lagorce Dr Miami Beach FI 33140 Street City State Zip Code Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a and b: Members of agencies, boards, and committees shall be affiliated with the city; this requirement shall be fulfilled in the following ways: a) an individual shall have been a resident of the city for a minimum of six months; or b) an individual shall demonstrate ownership/interest for a minimum of six months in a business established in the city. • Resident of Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months Yes • Demonstrate an ownership/interest in a business in Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months: Yes • Are you a registered voter in Miami Beach: Yes • (Please circle one): I am now a resident of: Middle Beach • I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below: Previous experience,knowledgeable,an a concerned citizen • Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach? No Please list your preferences in order of ranking [1] first choice [2] second choice, and [3] third choice. Please note that only three (3) choices will be observed by the Citv Clerk's Office. (Regular Boards of City) Choice 1: Committee on the Homeless Choice 2: Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Choice 3: Police/Citizens Relations Committee • Board members are required to file Form 1 — "Statement of Financial Interest" with the State. If you seek appointment to a professional seat (e.g., lawyer, architect, etc.) on the Board of Adjustment, Design Review Board, Historic Preservation Board or Planning Board, attach a copy of your currently -effectively license, and furnish the following information: Type of Professional License License Number License Issuance Date License Expiration Date Note: If applying for Youth Advisory Board, please indicate your affiliation with the Scott Rakow Youth Center: 1. Past service on the Youth Center Advisory Board: No Years of Service: 2. Present participation in Youth Center activities by your children No if yes, please list the names of your children, their ages, and which programs. List below: • Have you ever been convicted of a felony: No If yes, please explain in detail: • Do you currently have a violation(s) of City of Miami Beach codes: No • Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money: No • Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees: No • What organizations in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in? Name Title Lagorce/Pinetree HOA president If yes, please explain in detail: If yes, please explain in detail: If yes, which board? • I am now employed by the city of Miami Beach: No Which department? • List all properties owned or have an interest in, which are located within the City of Miami Beach: Property 5757 Lagorce Dr Gender: Male The following information is voluntary and is neither part of your application nor has any bearing on your consideration for appointment. It is being asked to comply with federal equal opportunity reporting requirements. Race/Ethnic Categories What is your race? Mark one or more races to indicate what you consider yourself to be. White Other Description: Are you Spanish/Hispanic/ Latino? Mark the "No" box if not Spanish / Hispanic / Latino. No Physically Challenged: No NOTE: If appointed, you will be required to follow certain laws which apply to city board/committee members. These laws include, but are not limited to, the following: o Prohibition from directly or indirectly lobbying city personnel (Miami Beach City Code section 2-459). o Prohibition from contracting with the city (Miami -Dade County Code section 2-11.1). o Prohibition from lobbying before board/committee you have served on for period of one year after leaving office (Miami Beach Code section 2-26). o Requirement to disclose certain financial interests and gifts (Miami -Dade County Code section 2-11.1). (re: CMB Community Development Advisory Committee): prohibition, during tenure and for one year after leaving office, from having any interest in or receiving any benefit from Community Development Block Grant funds for either yourself, or those with whom you have business or immediate family ties (CFR 570.611). Upon request, copies of these laws may be obtained from the City Clerk. "I hereby attest to the accuracy and truthfulness of the application and have received, read and will abide by Chapter 2, Article VII - of the City Code "Standards of Conduct for City Officers, Employees and Agency Members." I mitchell Korus agreed to the following terms on 3/9/2018 3:57:56 PM Received in the City Clerk's Office by: Name of Deputy Clerk Control No. Date Mitchell Paul Korus 5757 LaGorce Drive Miami Beach, Florida 33140 Cell: 305 987-7774 Mitchellpkorus@gmail.com Virtualusa@aol.com Professional Summary Broker/Pres/Realtor Virtual Realty USA 2014 -Present 4770 Biscayne Blvd Miami Fl 33137 active in Hospitality sales Broker 2014-16 EWM Commerical Broker 2010 -14 Keller Williams Realty Miami Beach 1680Meridian Ave Miami Beach. Florida REALTOR Motivated sales professional with 30 + years Real Estate Transactional experience. Self -motivated sales representative with excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong computer and negotiation experience. Dedicated customer service representative with motivation to maintain customer satisfaction and continue to contribute to company success. Personable and responsible,years o experience and success working in fast paced environments. Solid team player with a great positive attitude. Broker/CEO 1994-2010 Virtual Realty USA,Inc. 605 Lincoln Rd Miami Beach 33139 USA Boutique Style Real estate firm est,1994 with Melvin Korusmaj Sales exceed $100m Award winning sales executive with commercial/hospitality. In depth knowledge of all real estate brokerage and management operations at all levels. Demonstrated proficiency in staffing training and development,budgeting and program management. Enthusiastic Owner/Operator with high integrity,strong work ethic and great leadership qualities. OwnerN-President 1991-1994 More Balls Than Most.lnc. Sunset Harbor Florida Meticulous(product Quality Supervisor) excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. Produced juggling balls and clubs,set up Kiosks in shopping centers. Industry experience includes Finance and Legal(sold Company to SHARPER IMAGE). Broker/President/Principal 1993-1994 Terra Firma Real Estate Inc. Coconut Grove Florida Brokerage and Sales Property acquisitions. Broker/RealtorNice -President 1987-1993 Streamline Properties Inc. Miami Beach Florida Visionary Director managing all levels of sales,leasing,property management,and administration. Responsible for over $ 85M in sales. Realtor -Associate 1980-1986 Keyes Companies Realtors Miami and Miami Beach,Florida Motivated sales intern with limited sales experience but determined ,committed to work in the Real Estate profession. Completed all phases of extensive training including "Fast Track"and three phases commercial training .Member of the "Million Dollar Sales 1Club. Listed and sold over $2M in commercial real estate,involved in warehouse development. Core Qualifications ®66666666 Excellent communication skills Self -motivated Goal -oriented Highly competitive Persuasive communication expertise Internet savvy Meets deadlines Exceeds goals Team building Project planning Education University Of Miami, 1982 Coral Gables,Florida English/Communications Bachelor of arts ® Dean's List ® President's list Accomplishments/Affiliations/Licenses Florida Reg Real Estate Broker President LaGorce/Pinetree Homeowners Association 2017-2018 Commercial Real Estate Referral Group Miami Beach Association of Realtors- President Miami Beach Association of Realtors -Vice -President (four terms) National Association of Realtors -Director Florida Association of Realtors -Director (served over 15 terms) RPAC- Chairman Life Member Safety Committee CMB (served multiple appointments) Police/Citizens Committee( CMB SERVED MULTIPLE Appointments) Pinetree-LaGorce Homeowner's Association — V President,DIRECTOR MBDC MDPL Internet Marketing for Realtors Group Member National Association Of Realtors Group Member Miami Association of Realtors Social Media Marketing Group Member Personal Information Male/Committed Relationship Children(Son 8 years old -Daughter -6 years old) Hobbies:most sports,Art,travel,writing