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Much of Tom’s early career was spent in the Medical Device/Healthcare Services arena, where he began his career in medical sales, and quickly became entranced with marketing. He worked for organizations such as American Hospital Supply and Pfizer in product management and marketing services. Tom has also worked in advertising as director of client services for a regional advertising firm. From there, he went on to found two successful medical companies, taking one of them public. This professional and educational experience, combined with a razor-sharp vision, provided the catalyst for his creation of FIG, parlaying his skills and growing assets into an unparalleled and diverse portfolio. A strong believer in the need for corporations to be outstanding citizens of the world, Tom has created the ability for FIG to move deftly between the world of for-profit and non-profit, with an emphasis on making the world a better place. “The ultimate goal of business is not,” as Tom always, says, “To make money for the shareholders, but rather to improve the lives of the people it touches.” His singular vision and drive have attracted an experienced team of executives and strategic partnerships to FIG, positioning the organization for strong and sustained growth. His unmatched creativity allows for new ways of solving old problems, and mandating an “out-of- the-box” approach that is both refreshing and productive. Always relishing the challenge of “creating something from nothing”, he has a consummate desire to raise the bar in luxury hospitality, real estate, investment, development and philanthropy. Tom attended Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychobiology and his Masters in Higher Education Administration. In addition, a significant portion of course work was in the doctoral-level program in the School of Psychology. At the time of his attendance, he was the youngest student ever to take doctoral- level courses at the School of Psychology. Tom currently resides in Palm Springs, CA. Glenn Sigmund - As President and Chief Operating Officer of FIG Global Trust and Real Estate Group, Glenn R Sigmund has 30 years of real estate and organization development experience focused on creating growth and profitability within a variety of professional fields, with an emphasis on real estate and real estate-related companies. Known for taking companies that have not yet reached their potential and creating a new path for success, Glenn brings an unquestionable passion for organization development focused on all aspects leading to profitability and sustainability in both the for-profit and non-profit arenas. He has received national recognition for his successes including the co-development of an internationally recognized program that address the relationship of productivity, profitability and people As co-founder of FIG Global, Glenn clearly understands the needs and infrastructures of developing organizations and how to move an organization forward. With extensive experience in real estate sales, marketing, management, and international consulting, Glenn has a proven track record of success on all levels of sales and development. From the local level to national and international platforms, he has guided a number of real estate organizations, and related industries, to success. Guiding Foundations Investment Group as President, Glenn has incorporated his consulting background with the development of the Trust Advisory program to maximize the rich depth of talent within the organization. Utilized his extensive experience in education includes early childhood, special education, at-risk youth and adult educational programs and the servicing of ages spanning 3-73 years old, he has developed a keen awareness of the services lacking in the system to move educational programs and methodologies forward. Glenn’s work with non-profit and volunteer programs has provided an array of experiences including the writing of the 501c3 application for a local chapter of 'Volunteers In Medicine’ and serving on the founding Palm Springs Board of Directors; serving on the Auxiliary Board of Directors at Desert Regional Medical Center as well as Chairman of the Advisory Board, which annually distributed grants to several worthy local charities and non-profits. Thus, providing him with depth and experience in his role to lead Foundations Investment Group, and its trust and foundation focus. He is a certified hospice volunteer and continues volunteering with a variety of health and human services organizations. Glenn holds a Bachelor of Arts from Grinnell College, a Masters of Arts in Education from National-Louis University, and a Master’s of Science in Organization Development from Pepperdine University. Glenn has resided in Palm Springs, CA since 1994.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Lance Robutz - Lance brings his
gregarious qualities, focused energy, proven performance and good old-fashioned
know how to his role as Vice President of Development at FIG Global. Lance participates in the various
stages of project development, from initial concept to financing, coordination
of construction, design, and architectural review, to local government compliance
and overall project planning and execution. Lance had an early taste of entrepreneurship in owning several small businesses in his early 20's, which propelled him to explore opportunities and find his niche in an industry he was best suited for and most passionate about. He began by accepting a position in 1998, as office coordinator providing marketing strategies, back office support, corporation compliance, and customer relations for a top producing Realtor in the Palm Springs market. Lance later became a Real Estate Agent, and quickly developed and honed his skills becoming one of the top producers in his office. Discovery of his forte in coordinating and negotiating complex real estate deals, Lance continues to be recognized in his market as the ‘go to’ professional for multi-million and multi-party transactions. Through these transactions, Lance has well-established relationships with government offices and officials facilitating the paperwork, meetings, and communications necessary to achieve the goal of obtaining clearance for projects set forth by individual parties and developers. Lance brings all of these valuable skills and years of
experience to Fig Global as he orchestrates the complex arrangements between, principals,
architects, engineers, designers, contractors, personnel, schedules, and
budgets. He has the necessary means to get a project through to completion and
does so with his own personal flare and personable interaction with his team
and outside sources and in doing so contributes to the long-term growth and
success of FIG Global. Lance also hold a private pilots license and enjoys
flying as a hobby. Lance Robutz currently resides in Palm Springs, CA.
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