1. John R. Dewenter, III
Effective leader of and advisor to design, construction, development and investment teams.
Providing innovative solutions around real estate development, delivery, sales and operational issues worldwide.
Professional Experience
Development Manager, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), UAE 2011-Present
The first Development Manager in the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund’s Real Estate investment
team. Advising on design, construction, development and asset/property management issues to
minimize risk and maximize value-add opportunities.
 Increased net-to-gross area by 10% on retail acquisition opportunity in China.
 Advised on contracting strategies and structure for new hotel development in New York.
 Directed development team on contractual dispute issues on a new premium high-rise office project
in Australia.
 Initiated investment strategy and developed outline framework that could be implemented by all
regional departments.
 Conducted in-house training sessions on development process and site inspections.
Director Planning and Design, Lerner Enterprises, Washington DC 2007-2009
Directed design and planning of new town centers, office and condominium towers. Among the
consultants directed were KPF and BBG.
 Resolved construction conflict with solution that increased lettable area by over 3,000 square feet
and reduced project cost.
 Reviewed and edited in-house General Terms and Conditions and construction Form of Contract to
ensure additional owner and project protection.
 Served as chairman of Architectural Review Committees for 3 master planned mixed-use
commercial properties.
Development Director – Design, Skylan Development, Seoul, South Korea 2006-2007
Directed design of the 6.5 million square foot “Parc 1” project which included 72-story and 58-story
office towers, 1.3 million square foot luxury retail center and 370 room business hotel. Lead architect
was Richard Rogers, winner of the 2007 Pritzker Prize.
 Increased net-to-gross efficiencies by as much as 10 to 12%.
 Directed +30 consultants from around the world to complete design phase on time, under budget.
President, Pacific Multifamily Ventures, LLC, Chantilly, Virginia 2002-2006
Formed company to assist developers in sourcing equity and debt for new projects and acquisitions.
Project Director, Metro Pacific (First Pacific), Manila, Philippines 1996-2002
Directed design, procurement and construction of the 2 million square foot, 55-story Pacific Plaza
Towers luxury condominium project. Lead architect was Arquitectonica.
 Increased sellable area by 30% resulting in additional revenue potential of $45 million.
 Doubled sales rate during Asian Financial Crisis by providing first onsite sales office and show
suites of actual units during construction.
 Introduced innovative structural techniques to increase net floor areas and reduce building sway.
 Introduced industry first no cost option packages for buyers which helped ensure sales of 75% of
units before completion during Asian Financial Crisis.
Senior Development Manager, First Pacific Land, Bangkok, Thailand 1991-1996
Directed design, procurement and construction of an award winning resort, 31-story office tower, 28-
story serviced apartments, 2.5 million square foot retail center and others.
Education
Masters in Building Construction, University of Florida
Masters of Arts in Architecture, University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts in Architecture with Honors, University of Florida
Please see project summaries below

2. Parc 1 (Mixed-use Office, Retail and Hotel) for Skylan Development
Mixed-use project of approximately 6.5 million square feet
Tower 1 – 72 stories
Tower 2 – 58 stories
Retail – approximately 850,000 gross square feet above ground, and 500,000 gross
square feet below ground
Hotel – approximately 370 rooms
Basement – approximately 2,800 car park spaces
Total budget (excluding land): approximately US$1.5 Billion
Schedule: Excavation begun in June 2007. Completion scheduled for 2011.
 Prepared project Design Brief. Worked with many organizations to determine
regional and local standards and client expectations for each project component.
 Appointed full team of international and local consultants under budget.
Negotiated scopes of work and contract conditions with team of approximately 30
local and international designers and specialists in time for the start of Schematic
Design.
 Aggressive design schedule. Prepared, organized and managed an aggressive 5 month Schematic Design (SD) schedule
(completed on time) and 6 month Detailed Design (DD) phase.
 Increased net-to-gross efficiencies. At the time of my appointment the project had received Building Permit. The plans on
which permit was received had some significant inefficiencies and design weaknesses. Prior to the start of Schematic Design
we re-planned the project and increased net-to-gross efficiencies by as much as 12%.
 Organized early construction packages. Examples: diaphragm wall design and documentation organized so construction
could start before completion of Schematic Design. Due to worldwide shortage of ball bearings organized early Elevator
Package. Material shortages and industry pressures due to extremes in construction activity in Asia created a need to prepare
early curtain wall and structural steel packages. Bid packages planned for issue in Detailed Design (DD) stage. Working with
contractor to incorporate Up-Up and Top-Down construction techniques in design documents.
Pacific Plaza Towers (Condominium) for Metro Pacific
Two 55-storey towers, constructed floor area approximately 2 million square feet
Common podium with 4 basements which include over 1,350 car park spaces
383 typical units of approximately 3000 square feet each
2 “Garden” units of approximately 3000 square feet each
8 Penthouses from 4500 square feet to 7000 square feet
Development cost of approximately $200 million
Practical Completion in September 2001
 Achieved incremental revenues of $45 million. Negotiated allowable
constructed floor area calculations with local building authorities. Increased the
allowable sellable area by approximately 30%.
 Doubled sales performance. Developed sales and marketing office and four
show suites which were built and operated during the construction of the project.
These were the first of their kind in the local market. Sales more than doubled
after their completion. Over 75% of the 393 units were sold before completion.
 Helped to maintain sales leadership during down market. Developed options packages at no cost to buyers which assisted
in maintaining sales performances. Involved negotiations with contractors and suppliers. First such package in that market.
 Awarded $175 million contract (1998). Organized bid documents, issued bid, negotiated and awarded a +$175 million Main
Contract in a market affected by the Asian Financial Crisis.
 Introduction of innovative designs, materials and systems into markets. For example, introduced 66% increase of the
market’s concrete strength, use of unitized curtain wall and engineered wood flooring for high-rise residential project.

3. Select projects with First Pacific:
Costs shown below are from the early 1990’s.
Pantip Court (Executive Residence)
28 Stories
147 Units
Typical Floors made up of 1 and 2 bedroom units
Two 3-bedroom Penthouse and one 4-bedroom Penthouse
Project was purchased by First Pacific while under construction as a hotel.
Redesigned and remodeled into an Executive Residence.
Development cost of approximately $45 million (after purchase)
Completion in December 1993
Baan Taling Ngam (Boutique Resort)
42 rooms (all suites) – 40 rooms of 500 square feet and 2 of 1000 square feet
Seven 2-bedroom beach villas
42 Thai-style cliff side homes from 2500 square feet to over 7000 square feet
Off-site tennis compound, staff quarters, laundry and maintenance facilities
Development cost of approximately $45 million
Completion in August 1994
Originally managed by the Mandarin, now managed by Royal Meridien
Member of The Leading Hotels of the World
Two Pacific Place (Commercial with limited ground level retail)
32 stories
Approximately 450,000 square feet
Development cost of approximately $45 million
Completed in January 1994
Seri Center (Retail)
4 stories
Approximately 2.5 million square feet (90,000 square feet of sellable area)
Development cost of approximately $130 million
Completion in August 1993
Nail Lert Building (Renovation/Upgrade – Commercial and Retail)
Renovation and upgrade costs, inclusive of fees, $10 million

4. Select Lerner Projects and Achievements
Master Planning:
Dulles Town Center
Approximately 6 million square foot (not including basements) mixed-use new
urban center
Planner: CMSS
Manassas Landing
Approximately 1.8 million square foot (not including basements) mixed-use
new urban center
Development partnership with City of Manassas
Planner: CMSS
Completion of Construction Documents:
Tysons Office and Retail Building
Approximately 490,000 square feet
Leasable space of approximately 470,000 square feet
1333 car park spaces in separate 12 story structure
Architect: Kohn Pederson Fox (KPF)
Fallsgrove Executive Plaza
Approximately 490,000 square feet
Leasable space of approximately 470,000 square feet
1333 car park spaces in separate 12 story structure
Architect: DVA

5. Concept Design:
Tysons Residential
Over 1.2 million square feet
310 units – 1,500 SF to 5,300 SF
660 car park spaces
Architect: BBG
Tower Oaks Residential
Nearly 400,000 square feet
Master planned and connected with adjacent Marriott Renaissance Hotel
100 units
208 car park spaces
Architect: BBG
Other achievements:
Chairman of the Architectural Review Committee for 3 mixed-use projects. The committee oversaw the quality of development on
behalf of each Property Owner’s Association.
Prepared and issued Request for Proposals for two residential projects, each with over 400 units.
Began the process of assembling a comprehensive Master Planning team for an urban mixed use project of approximately 6.5
million square feet.
Comprehensive review and comment on Lerner’s standard construction agreement and general conditions.