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Home My WebLink AboutWARM Staff ResumesURP Exhibit III C Thomas P. Burns 910-512-9862 Resume - 1 of 2 EXPERIENCE 2011-Present WARM NC Chief Construction Officer Responsible for inspecting potential home repair and accessibility projects, developing material takeoffs, assessing manpower needs, developing and managing project budgets, determining applicable financial resources, scheduling volunteer work crews and handling the bid process. Technical oversight given to volunteers and field staff during rebuilding projects to ensure quality control. NCHFA: Urgent Repair Program – 20 contracts since 2012 serving a total of seven counties as construction manager. Essential Single-Family Rehabilitation – Supervised construction for 10 ESFR contracts. Construction oversight for state and federal contracts: NC Department of Emergency Management: post-Florence disaster recovery NC Office of State Budget Management: Disaster Recovery Act funding in Pender, Brunswick, New Hanover, and Onslow Counties Triangle J COG – subrecipient of DEQ – ARPA – Home Repair, Weatherization, and Energy-Efficiency Funding 1999-2010 Dilsheimer Communities of NC Construction Manager I was responsible for all aspects of construction of tract type single family and multi- family homes from raw land to finished product and customer service throughout the warranty period. Monitored contractor performance for scheduling, costs and quality control. I oversaw one subdivision each in Brunswick and Pender counties. 1992-1999 Dovetail Construction Managing Partner Sales, estimating and chief operations officer of a general contracting firm specializing in commercial and residential remodeling. Responsible for all aspects of construction from design, architect liaisons, point of sale contact with homeowners, plan drawing reviews, scheduling, customer relations and direct supervision. Responsible for all accounts payable and receivable. Resume - 2 of 2 Prior to 1992 Served as supervisor for two different production builders, Ryland Homes and Wittman Development Co. for 7 years each, running single and multifamily jobsites. LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS North Carolina General Contractor, #69399 RRP Lead Certification #173524 Certified Rehabilitation Specialist, PHRANC Currently a member of the City of Wilmington Loan Review Board TRAINING Thoro Products Inc.- Hydraulic concrete applications PHRANC 2013 Fall Conference – HpwES 2 ½ day course with combustion safety testing PHRANC 2014 Spring Conference – NCSU Entomology course PHRANC 2014 Fall Conference – Work write-ups and cost estimating 2 ½ day course PHRANC 2015 Spring Conference – UPCS inspections and Universal design seminars PHRANC 2016 Spring Conference – The Essential Property Standard PHRANC 2016 Spring Conference – Designing a knockout punchlist PHRANC 2016 Spring Conference – Low slope roofing solutions PHRANC 2017 Spring Conference – Rehab Tools Trade Off – continuing education PHRANC 2017 Spring Conference – Rehab Project Management – certification training PHRANC 2017 Spring Conference – Inspections certification training PHRANC 2017 Fall Conference – Mold Remediation – continuing education PHRANC 2017 Fall Conference – Building Structure & Science – certification training PHRANC 2017 Fall Conference – Codes & Standards – certification training EI Group 2018 – Asbestos Inspector Training EI Group 2019 – Asbestos Inspector refresher EI Group 2018 – Asbestos O&M Class III initial 16-hour training course 2022 - OSHA – 10-hour certification 2023 - CPR and basic first aid – re-qualified GENERAL I have basic computer skills. I am proficient in Excel, Works and Word programs. I am able to develop and maintain spreadsheets to track schedules, contracts and costs. I have good customer relation skills. I learned construction by beginning as a laborer, progressing to punch-out/warranty work and then supervision/management. I can use my hands and am capable of doing almost any trade. I have my own tools and truck. I enjoy being a team leader and have always worked well with others. Exhibit III.C. Gore Resume - Page 1 of 4 Kim B. Gore 1185 Herrings Chapel Road Burgaw, NC 28425 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results driven, operational and client services leader supporting the needs of senior citizens and low- income homeowners. Applies strong organization, inter-personal, and follow-through skills gained during a 20+-year career in the nuclear industry and honed in a nonprofit setting to ensure applicants receive quality service that comprehensively addresses barriers to self-sufficiency and independence. CASE MANAGEMENT SKILLS Disaster Case Management, Problem Resolution, Resource Planning, Staff Supervision, Client Interface, Public Relations, Grant Writing. CASE MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE WILMINGTON AREA REBUILDING MINISTRY, INC. (WARM NC) Chief Operations Officer...............................................................................................January 2024 to present Oversight responsibilities for WARM NC program areas (Traditional, Community Partners, Healthy Opportunities). Supervises seven direct reports in construction and homeowner services. Directs growth in home office and two satellite offices. Builds strong networks across sectors to provide wrap-around services for WARM NC homeowners. Director of Homeowner Services...................................................................February 2022 – December 2023 Serve on WARM Leadership Team; oversee application process from outreach / homeowner inquiry to hand-off to Construction Team; oversee preparation of environmental review documentation to submit to North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office or North Carolina Housing Finance Agency; evaluate and strengthen homeowner services; build strong relationships with community partners to support the mission of WARM and comprehensively address barriers to self-sufficiency and independence. Homeowner Services Coordinator…………………………………………....…February 2020 to February 2022 Responsible for processing homeowner applications in need of deferred maintenance or hurricane damage repairs; 150+ applications in 2020. Conduct homeowner interviews in preparation for site assessments with the WARM Construction Manager. Ensure full compliance with identified funding sources to adhere to program requirements. Make referrals when appropriate for additional services. Engaged in community outreach projects to attract new applications. GREATER CURRIE COMMUNITY ACTION GROUP Volunteer Disaster Case Coordinator…………………….....……………………………………….….2018 - 2020 Responsible for processing all homeowner applications related to Hurricane recovery and repair assistance. Conducted in person homeowner interviews and performed home damage assessments. Prepared scope of work documents packages for submittals with vendors. Met with contractors, vendors, and partner organization to assist with funding and labor to complete projects. Developed a network of partners to support rebuilding efforts. Prepared and submitted grant requests totaling Exhibit III.C. Gore Resume - Page 2 of 4 $250,000 for recovery efforts. Prepared monthly reports to submit to board members and grantors. (Currently an active board member for this 501(c)3 organization) EDUCATION Leeward Community College, (University of Hawaii), A.S. Degree in Supervisory Management 1984 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Catholic Charities: Disaster Case Management certificate Reframe Seminars: Keeping Data Healthy Home Engagement - it all starts with the application. Understanding Racial Component of Substandard Housing Mold remediation Compassion Fatigue Housing & health Care The Non-Profit Sector Three Pillars of a Healthy Home Home Repair Grants for Veterans Coronavirus Round table discussion Anti-Racism Grant Writing Faith Based – Workshop Building the confidence & Courage of Leaders Member of the Anti-Racism Committee A&D Consulting: Grant Writing Legal Aid: Disaster Recovery Information Sessions University of South Florida: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Certification Emotional Intelligence Stereotypes & Biases Understanding Your Organization Future of Your Org Through Diversity & Inclusion Recruitment & Retention Community Outreach Sustainable Business Model Tennessee Health & Housing Summit: The Urgency of Now - Healthy Housing’s Role in Addressing Health and Racial Equity Embracing the Changing Tides: Preparing for Aging Health + Housing Data-Driven Solutions: Critical Research that Catalyzes Community Change The Urgency of Now - Healthy Housing’s role in addressing health and racial equity. Spotlight on Age-Friendly States: Health + Housing Interventions and Policies An Essential Piece: The Health Care Case for Age- Friendly Housing Interventions Making The Case Showing up for Seniors: A Call to Action Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Older Adult Home Modification Hud Training Healthy Opportunity Pilot Program Exclusion Monitoring Training COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND VOLUNTEERISM  Member of Pender County Long Term Recovery Group – Hurricane Florence (supporting unmet needs, construction, and community advocate at large – 2018 to present)  Director of Administration for Greater Currie Community Action Group (Community 501(c)3) Exhibit III.C. Gore Resume - Page 3 of 4  Featured on Reveal News (Al Letson) “The Storm after the Storm” – Hurricane Florence.  Featured on WWAY TV3 - Hurricane Florence – Rebuilding Currie, NC  National Association of Professional Women  Cape Fear Community College Nuclear Advisory Board (past member) Exhibit III.C. Gore Resume - Page 4 of 4 NUCLEAR INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE Prior to moving into the affordable housing sector, I enjoyed a successful career in the nuclear industry, working in a highly regulated, complex environment. Below is a summary of my professional experience. I honed interpersonal skills in these positions that I use each day when interacting with WARM’s applicants. RENUKE SERVICES Technical Recruiter………………...……………………………………………….….…………………….2018-2019 Responsible for recruiting positions supporting Newport News Naval Shipyard. Perform pre-screening calls and interviews to analyze applicants’ abilities. Networking to develop employee pipeline. Contacted community services, colleges, social media, job boards. EXCELSIOR DIVERSIFIED SERVICES Compliance Officer…………………………….……………………………………...………….…........2016 to 2020 Responsible for monitoring and managing Minority and Women Business Enterprise and Equal Opportunity Programs. Evaluate "Affirmative Action" plans submitted by contractors. GRANITE SERVICES INTERNATIONAL (GENERAL ELECTRIC) Nuclear Services Director ............................................................................................................... 2003 to 2016 Responsible for contract staffing for Nuclear Refueling activities supporting Field & Engineering scopes of work in the US and 8 countries. Daily job posting, screening, sourcing, interviewing and final selection of candidates. Ensured legal compliance under NRC guidelines for 350 employees. Developed and managed the Cape Fear Community College Nuclear Maintenance Program for Nuclear Maintenance Technicians and recruited students for enrollment into the program. CAMERON & BARKELY, Wilmington, NC Strategic Direct Material Buyer ..................................................................................................... 2001 to 2003 Executed the purchase orders for goods and services (direct materials) to support manufacturing at Global Nuclear Fuels-Americas (with joint efforts for Global Nuclear Fuels-Japan). CORNING GLASS WORKS, Wilmington, NC Strategic Raw Material Buyer ........................................................................................................ Prior to 2001 Managed strategic supplier database for the Supplier Total Value Process program for all Corning Optical Fiber location (including 3 overseas facilities). General Professional Development ISO Audit Training - Certificate Certified Purchasing Manager Certification Courses Employee Relations Conflict Resolution National Association of Purchasing Managers Series  Purchasing Negotiation  Uniform Commercial Code  Fundamental of Purchasing  Legal Aspect of Purchasing