Brandt R.

Herndon
3 Morning Mist Lane
Savannah, GA 31411
404.787.0896
brandtherndon@aol.com

March 13, 2018

Effingham County Board of Directors Personnel Committee

P.O. Box 1078
Springfield, Georgia 31329

To Whom It May Concern:

As an economic developer with a proven background in President and Vice President positions, it is with
great excitement that I submit my resume for your consideration. In addition to my formal education and
training, my 25 year history of hands-on experiences makes me an excellent match for the unique
demands of this opportunity.

In each of my professional roles, I have been successful in producing positive results and I have a
consistent history of advancing shared company goals. Please review the following examples from my
resume, which outline the many strengths I can leverage to advance the Effingham County Industrial
Development Authority’s mission.

New Business Development

Announced 31 new company locations, $416 million in capital investment and the
creation of more than 1,492 new jobs in the last six years.

Business Expansion
Managed and assisted 48 existing company expansions, totaling a $660 million capital
investment and 2,225 new jobs in the last six years.

Real Estate Experience

Sold over 400 acres of industrial real estate in eight years totaling $15 million
and represented the owner in management of construction of two 27,000 square
foot office buildings.

My resume provides further detail on my talent for team collaboration and passion for problem solving; it
is my goal to apply these skills to the progress and success of the Effingham County Industrial
Development Authority. In the interim, thank you for reviewing this letter and the attached resume.

Sincerely,

Brandt Herndon
 BRANDT R. HERNDON
3 Morning Mist Lane
Savannah, GA 31411
404.787.0896
brandtherndon@aol.com

CAREER PROFILE
Accomplished Economic Developer with over 16 years of professional experience in economic and community
development with a proven track record of creating business relationships with manufacturing,
warehouse/distribution and office related companies. Extensive experience managing budgets and developing
programs that result in the creation of thousands of jobs and millions of dollars of capital investment.

AREAS OF STRENGTH AND EXPERTISE

Business Development Process Implementation Goal Setting

Team Management Strategic Planning & Analysis Project Management
Community Development Market Research & Development Relationship Building

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Savannah Economic Development Authority 2012 - Present
Vice President, Business Development
Management of a $600,000 economic development and marketing budget, supervised five employees, responsible
for developing strategic plans focusing on domestic and international marketing for corporate office, industrial
manufacturing, and warehouse/distribution. Create and design project plans, parameters and strategy documents
for potential business opportunities, and new company locations, outlining key resource requirements and
timelines, including pricing and position.
Key Accomplishments:
Announced 19 new and expanding company locations, $433 million in capital investment and the creation of
more than 1056 jobs in 2017.
Announced 16 new and expanding company locations, $218 million in capital investment and the creation of
more than 1026 jobs in 2016.
Announced 15 new and expanding company locations, $142 million in capital investment and the creation of
more than 615 jobs in 2015.
Announced 13 new and expanding company locations, $153 million in capital investment and the creation of
more than 450 jobs in 2014.
Announced 16 new and expanding company locations, $130 million in capital investment and the creation of
more than 570 jobs in 2013.

Fayette County Development Authority 2010 - 2012

President/CEO
Managed a $300,000 economic development and marketing budget, supervised 2 employees, responsible for:
establishing a business retention and expansion program to foster relationships with existing industries, creating
land development financing and incentive programs, and developing the financial growth plan and year-end
financial statements.
Key Accomplishments:
Announced more than $20 million in capital investment and the creation of more than 60 jobs.
Assisted with the expansion of 3 existing companies, totaling $10 million in investment and the creation of 20
jobs.
Apple Realty Inc./Hudgins Communities, LLC 2001 - 2010
Executive Vice-President
Sold over 400 acres of industrial real estate in 8 years totaling $15 million and represented the owner in
management of construction of two 27,000 square foot office buildings. Managed the daily operations of the
company and advised owner regarding leasing rates, sales prices, and annual budget review.
BRANDT R. HERNDON Resume, Page 2
Key Accomplishments:
Leased and managed:
o 10 retail buildings totaling 150,000 sq. ft.
o 25 industrial buildings totaling 500,000 sq. ft.
o 5 office buildings totaling 150,000 sq. ft.

Electric Cities 1997 - 2001

Manager of Economic Development, Aug. 1999 – July 2001
Senior Economic Development Coordinator, Jan. 1997 – July 1999
Managed a $750,000 economic development and marketing budget as well as 3 staff members, working with
state-wide economic development professionals in order to recruit new business prospects and expand companies
to the state of Georgia. Responsible for the delivery of economic and community development assistance and
services to participant communities, development of marketing programs designed to reveal prospects interested
in building or relocating industrial facilities in participant communities and providing assistance in the
development of promotional and marketing materials.
Key Accomplishments:
Working partner of the Georgia Allies, a partnership between state government and private corporations that
builds on the individual initiatives of its members to create larger, more targeted programs that aggressively
promote the state’s business development efforts.
Chaired the Atlanta Red Carpet Tour for 2 years, which is held in conjunction with the Masters Golf
Tournament and is one of the state’s top economic development events, allowing guests to tour three Georgia
cities and meet with local business leaders.

Georgia Department of Economic Development 1993 - 1996

Project Manager
Responsible for marketing, public relations, project management, community development, and providing
development assistance to existing industries. Coordinated events to market the state to end-users, real estate
brokers, and consultants throughout the United States. Gained expertise in identifying properties throughout the
state that meet the clients’ needs, assisting when needed in applying for and receiving state and federal grants and
tax credits.
Key Accomplishments:
Responsible for locating 20 new companies in the state of Georgia in a 3-year period.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Master of Business Administration, Finance, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance, University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Economic Development Finance Professional Designation, National Development Council
Broker Real Estate License, State of Georgia
Completed all classes required to sit for the CED exam

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Member, Georgia Economic Development Association

Member, Industrial Asset Management Council
Member, International Economic Development Council
Member, Southern Economic Development Council
Chairman, Middle Coastal United Development Authority
Past Board Member, Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Past Chairman, Governmental Affairs Committee, Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Past Board Member, Georgia Economic Development Association
Graduate, Regional Leadership Institute, Atlanta Regional Commission
Graduate, Leadership Henry County
Graduate, Leadership Fayette County
Graduate, Leadership Savannah