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Luke Taylor
Professional Summary
Career has spanned various roles, from a stock broker to a NASDAQ market maker and algorithmic trader to a Corporate Buyback specialist - executed large scale, stock buybacks, typically ranging from $400 to $700 million for fortune 100 companies. Later founded two companies: a real estate investment firm and a lending institution, both of which continue to operate successfully today.
Also has a very deep and broad understanding of Bitcoin as an investment, a currency and property. Has built mining computers for many different cryptocurrencies and have watched and understood the birth of various cryptocurrency exchanges. Is also well versed in blockchain technology and its practical uses.
Current Employer-Title
Crowdcopia Lending – Principal
Bell Town Properties - Partner
Profession
Mediator
Work History
Independent Mediator, 2021 - Present;
Founder/Principal, Crowdcopia Lending, 2016 - Present;
Partner, Bell Town Properties, 2010 - Present;
Algorithmic Trader, Access Securities, 2007 - 2010;
Algorithmic Trader, Ramirez & Co., 2005 - 2007;
Vice President, NASDAQ Trading, Goldman Sachs/Spear, Leeds & Kellogg, 1999 - 2004;
Sales, Cobb County Toyota, 1997 - 1999;
Securities Broker, PainWebber/Morgan Stanley, 1997 - 1995.
Experience
Bitcoin
A very deep and broad understanding of Bitcoin as an investment, hedge, currency and digital property. This fascination started in 2014 after building mining computers for many different cryptocurrencies and really understanding what Bitcoin is and could be. It's great to be witnessing the birth of a new currency. I'm also well versed in blockchain technology and its practical uses as a local and cross border contract.
Real Estate
Over 20 years of experience in all facets of real estate. Responsible for finding off market properties, raising capital from investors and purchasing, rehabilitating, renting and refinancing them into an investment portfolio. Great understanding of how to build a property whether new construction or rehabbing an existing structure. Structuring deals that are both fair to the builders and the investors. Experience dealing with contractors, GC’s and subs as well as investors and material and supply companies.
Lending
Started an asset based lending business in 2016 by cold calling wholesalers and investors. Today, Crowdcopia has raised over $50 million from investors and has funded over 1100 properties totaling $200+ million plus in loans. Responsible for structuring many different types of real estate loans and deals, both commercial and residential. Devising many different solutions to avoid foreclosure when issues arise. Analyzed and gave feedback on thousands of real estate deals as a consultant and an underwriter. In depth knowledge of everything from purchase to construction to sale of both commercial and residential properties.
Securities
Over 25 years of experience trading securities. Responsible for building and managing an algorithmic trading desk with the main focus on purchasing stock for corporate buy backs. Customers were primarily Forbes 100 companies and purchase orders typically averaged $400-$700 million. Trading experience also includes helping re-weight stock indices such as the Russell, position trading and order flow management of a book of 500+ stocks.
Mediator Experience
National Association of Certified Mediators 40-hour mediation certification completed in 2022
LIDRC (Long Island Dispute and Resolution Center) Mediation Training Part 146 Certified
LIDRC Apprenticeship
Part 137 Certified
FINRA Basic Training
FINRA Expungement Training
NYSBA - Commercial Mediation Course part 146
NYSBA - Advanced Commercial Mediation part 146
Mediated 45+ cases
Mediator Style & Process Preferences
Since I was a child, I've always had the ability to put myself in other people's shoes in order to understand their situation. As a mediator/arbitrator, I have proven my ability to resolve disputes in a timely and fair manner with an unbiased ear. My strong passion for problem solving and analytical skills, coupled with a keen ability to understand and empathize with diverse perspectives, makes me well suited to serve as a mediator. I am committed to applying my expertise to efficiently facilitate fair and just resolutions for all parties involved.
Technology Proficiency
Very proficient in all technology areas from MS Suites to AI.
Education
Rollins College (BA, Economics - 1995)
Professional Licenses
Securities licences Series 7. 63. 55
NJ Real Estate Lic.
*Licenses are currently expired
Part 146
Part 137 fee dispute
Professional Associations
FINRA Panel
Americorp
NYSBA
LIDRC/EAC
Recent Publications & Speaking Engagements
Taught training class for LIDRC, Negotiations and Body Language in Mediation 11/6/2024
Philly RE Crew State of the Market 2024
Philly RE Crew State of the Market 2023
Sponser 2023 Women in Real Estate Summit (Philadelphia)
Philly RE Crew State of the Market 2022
Mastermind speaker for Better Than Success 2019-2021
Hard Money Mondays with BTS 2020-2021
Philly Real Estate Week 2019
Compensation
Hourly Rate: $625.00
Daily Rate: Not provided
Study Rate: $300.00/hr
Cancellation: $250.00/Day
Cancellation Period: 1 Days
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Languages
English
Citizenship
United States of America
Locale
Commack, New York
