COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES

Education Management

At OmniVest, we provide a full complement of education management services including new school development, school finance and accounting, and program management and compliance.  Although our capabilities are broad, we customize our services and reporting to meet each client's specific requirements and needs.

OmniVest is not a "back office processor" with clients who are too often asked to "take a number."  We have an intimate knowledge of the industry and work with a select number of companies, thus providing more personalized and professional service.

New School Development

At OmniVest, we specialize in the planning, design, financing, development, management, and construction coordination of school facilities throughout the United States.  From the initial meeting to the cutting of the ribbon, we ensure that every phase of the project is managed to perfection with a focus on cost-effectiveness, timeliness, and bottom-line results.

Our school projects include build to suit development and sale leaseback transactions, as well as:

• Secure Financing (Tax-Free, Taxable, and/or Sub-debt)
• Design
• Construction Management
• Purchase and Installation of Furniture Fixtures
• and Equipment
• Accounts Receivable and Payable
• Payroll Processing
• Annual Budgeting
• Monthly Financial Reporting
• Processing of all Pennsylvania Department of Education and Local School District Financial Reports.
• Submission of all Statutory PDE reports
• Staff Recruitment
• Curriculum Design
• Preparation of Annual Report
• Special Education Professional Development and Compliance Auditing
• Implementation and Management of Free & Reduced Lunch Program
• Grant Writing
• Crisis Management
• Development of Employee and Student Manuals

School Finance & Accounting

OmniVest's School Finance Division provides much more than debits and credits.  Our services include full back office and accounting support, including:

• Annual operating budget
• Monthly financial statements
• Cash management and analysis
• Payroll and PSERS processing
• Accounts payables and receivables
• Long-term fiscal planning
• Communication with local school districts to ensure revenue flow
• Statutory financial reporting to federal, state, and local agencies
• Audit preparation and coordination with independent auditor

Program Management

OmniVest's Program Management and Compliance Division provides day-to-day operational support to charter schools.  Services include:

• Policy Development
• PDE Reporting (Including PIMS)
• Federal Programs (Title I)
• Annual Report Preparation
• Charter Renewal Applications
• Human Resources Management
• Grant Writing and Reconciliation
• Program Development
• Board Training
• Strategic Planning

Real Estate Development & Finance

Because OmniVest's expertise covers every facet of real estate management, our clients enjoy a great deal of comfort knowing that every possible item is supervised by the most qualified professionals in the industry.

From the initial meeting to the cutting of the ribbon, we ensure that every detail of bringing projects to completion is supervised and thoroughly managed to perfection.  We pride ourselves in being able to overcome and solve all obstacles.  We, therefore, make sure that the end result to our clients is highly professional while meeting all expectations.

Market Research

OmniVest performs a variety of sophisticated market analyses and research to learn the dynamics of each individual market to support each client's need.

Feasibility Analysis

OmniVest performs front-end feasibility analysis to examine development options and opportunities.  We advise clients on the best possible alternatives and provide solid solutions.

Financial Viability

OmniVest applies its extensive financial and analytical expertise to generate comprehensive budgets, sophisticated economic projections and financial models.  We advise and coordinate public and private financing.

Deal Structuring

OmniVest conceptualizes and then implements strategies for securing debt and/or equity financing for your development project.  We develop effective real estate strategies and coordinate, negotiate, and finalize transactions.  We also have solid relationships with proven charter school lenders, including The Reinvestment Fund and Sovereign Bank, as well as experience with public grant programs and bonds.

Site Selection

OmniVest will take the lead in finding a suitable property that meets the client's requirements.  We base our site recommendations on market research, feasibility studies, and financial models customized to your business or school.  We will also assist the client in negotiating either a lease or purchase agreement for the property.

Facility & Architectural Design

OmniVest has extensive experience in designing efficient facilities and state-of-the-art educational institutions.  We will work with an architect and the client to methodically design the facility in accordance with the client's program requirements, capital, and operating budgets.

Construction Management

OmniVest manages the entire construction process from start to finish for new building developments, rehabilitation projects, and interior improvements.  We coordinate the activities of architects, engineers, contractors, and other professional consultants.  OmniVest orchestrates the coordination of the entire process.

Turn-Key Build To Suit Facilities

OmniVest offers complete turn-key delivery of facilities to our clients.  Facilities are designed and constructed to the client's specifications and timeframes.  We also provide technology applications, telecommunications systems and furniture, fixtures, and equipment as specified by the client.

Sale Leaseback Financing

OmniVest can arrange, on behalf of its clients, a sale and leaseback transaction.  OmniVest will act as intermediary in preparing the sale and leaseback proposal, securing an investor, and overseeing the closing of the transaction.

Asset Management

OmniVest will advise clients on asset management strategies.  In addition, we will manage the day-to-day decisions related to the properties on a contractual basis, overseeing ongoing property management and operations.

Acquisition & Disposition

OmniVest will assist the client in negotiating either a lease or purchase agreement for your property and take responsibility for the acquisition and disposition of properties in conjunction with the client's projects.  An action plan will be created and carried out by OmniVest to achieve the desired goals of each client.

Project Reporting

OmniVest meets regularly with our clients to ensure that all clients are kept fully informed of each project's status.  We provide regular cost breakdowns and sensitivity analyses for better decision making.

Property Management

After construction is complete, OmniVest offers ongoing property support, including repairs and maintenance, tenant management, and ensuring ongoing compliance with building codes.