Mark L. Cardenas
Whittier
Summary
Hard-working and dedicated prospective employee, with a varied and diverse background stemming from extensive experience in commercial real estate financial analysis and QSR ownership.
As a former sole proprietor, I have a firsthand understanding of the critical components of a successful business.
I take pride in my work, regardless of field because it's a central aspect of my self-esteem.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President
MetroWest Realty Consultants, Inc.
Los Angeles
06.2002 - 02.2026
- Commercial real estate analyst with over 20 years of experience in the valuation of revenue-producing properties.
- Primary market areas included all of Southern California, the San Francisco Bay Area, and metro Las Vegas.
- Duties and responsibilities included but were not limited to: (i) the collection, analysis, and interpretation of comparable market data, (ii) data verifications through various market sources, including brokers/agents and market data publications, (iii) cash flow analysis and valuation, (iv) valuation report composition, and (v) client relations.
- Provided extensive and meaningful assistance in the appraisal process of over $12bn in commercial real estate valuations.
- Notable properties appraised include but are not limited to: "Eighth & Grand," a 700-unit luxury mixed-use project with a ground-level Whole Foods Market in Downtown LA, "Westlake Apartments," a 948-unit apartment complex in Daly City, CA, "Vision on Wilshire," a 22-story, 150-unit luxury mixed-use high-rise project with 5,775 square feet of ground-level commercial/retail in LA's "Beverly Grove" district, and "Aliso Apartments," a 472-unit luxury mixed-use project with 23,492 square feet of ground-level commercial/retail in Downtown LA's "Arts District" neighborhood.
- Distinguished clients included the likes of Wells Fargo Bank, Berkshire Hathaway (Berkadia), Wiseman Residential, RCMI, and RW Selby.
Owner/Operator
Wing Zone
Bellflower
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Handled various duties such as location selection, store setup, vendor outreach, marketing, community activities for brand awareness, and daily operational oversight.
- Hand-selected, interviewed, and hired a staff of over 15 people.
- Financial management, which included duties like payroll management, budget determination, revenue and expense projections, and instituting cost-cutting, revenue-enhancing measures.
- Staff management, which included training and working side-by-side with my employees to ensure seamless operations, a positive work environment, and a friendly and welcoming environment for customers.
- The store's success ultimately led to its acquisition by a national, name-brand QSR operator with some 20 stores in their growing portfolio.
Sales Associate
Sears
City of Industry
11.2001 - 06.2002
- Oversaw jeans department, ensuring accurate stocking and tracking of inventory to meet customer demand.
- Operated cash register and provided customer assistance to enhance shopping experience.
- Recognized for exceptional performance during seasonal role and retained as a permanent employee.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History (Continental Europe and Civil War Focus)
California Polytechnic State University, Pomona
Pomona12-2013
Skills
- Significant experience in financial analysis
- Technologically proficient and fluent in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Critical thinker, with a high tolerance for ambiguity
- Resourceful and dogged researcher
- Well organized and structured
- Extremely detail-oriented
- Equal parts competent and capable when confronted with new tasks and/or challenges
- Clear, concise, and effective communicator, with a strong handle on both the written and spoken word
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
German
Limited
Certification
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Wing Zone
08.2023 - 12.2025
Vice President
MetroWest Realty Consultants, Inc.
06.2002 - 02.2026
Sales Associate
Sears
11.2001 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - History (Continental Europe and Civil War Focus)
California Polytechnic State University, Pomona