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America's Preferred Home Warranty is one of the most respected and fastest growing home warranty companies in the country. We offer homeowners the ability to "choose your own contractor" which allows 24/7/365 service and support in emergency repair situations. Realtors benefit from America's Preferred by selling homes faster and for more money. We also provide exclusive legal benefits to the broker when they obtain either a warranty or a signed waiver on each deal.

Atlanta

Balancing a part-time commitment to these enterprises as a Founder and Strategic Business Development Manager, my extensive involvement in the setup and growth of these ventures has armed me with unique insights and proficiencies. Key achievements include:* Pioneering three successful start-ups, maneuvering bank financing and capital raising, showcasing my financial acumen and entrepreneurial spirit.* Devising robust brand strategies, sales tactics, marketing initiatives, and the overall operational infrastructure, highlighting my comprehensive understanding of business mechanisms and processes.* Crafting and executing a well-structured business plan that resulted in a $6 million portfolio.* Fostering a “Customer First” culture, driving process enhancements, and assembling a high-performing operations team.Having thrived in the diverse and fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, my primary focus now lies in transferring these transferable skills and experiences to new challenges and sectors.

United States

Returning to 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty due to the opportunity to make a significant impact, I took on the challenging role of a Business Development Specialist, with a focus on expanding into Hispanic markets.* Crafted a strategic plan to infiltrate and establish a strong presence in the Hispanic markets.Forged robust relationships within these communities, effectively expanding our clientele.* Enhanced sales team's cultural sensitivity and product knowledge, facilitating better engagement with Hispanic customers.* Delivered market insights and sales performance trends to management, aiding in informed decision-making.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

In a brief, yet intense tenure at Home Probe, a leading home inspection company, I assumed the position of Director of Business Development. In this role, my responsibilities and achievements included:* Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth, resulting in a significant increase in market share.* Established strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaborations that bolstered business expansion.* Utilized my profound understanding of the real estate market to identify potential opportunities, creating a substantial impact on the company's revenue stream.

Metro Atlanta

In this role, I was responsible for educating and coaching real estate professionals on the importance of offering a one-year 2-10 Home Service Agreement to every client. This involved a deep understanding of the product and market, as well as developing and managing key relationships.* Developed and delivered informative presentations and training sessions to educate clients about the benefits of our service agreements, driving product understanding and adoption.* Built and maintained relationships with real estate professionals, enhancing their trust and confidence in the value of our service agreements and establishing myself as a knowledgeable industry resource.* Identified and pursued new business opportunities within the real estate sector, contributing to a significant increase in the number of service agreements sold.* Worked cross-functionally with the customer service and sales teams to resolve client issues swiftly and effectively, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Greater Atlanta Area

* Specialized in developing comprehensive sales and marketing strategies, leading to consistent attainment and often surpassing of sales targets.* Built key alliances with developers, builders, and fellow real estate agents, enhancing the network of opportunities for business growth.* Leveraged in-depth industry knowledge and market trends to provide valuable insights to clients, aiding their decision-making process.* Offered exceptional client service, ensuring satisfaction at every step of the real estate transaction.As a Realtor at Keller Williams Realty, Inc. for over seven years, I specialized in catering to a high-end clientele, providing them with exceptional service tailored to their unique needs. I established key alliances with developers, builders, and other real estate agents to consistently exceed sales targets. My strategic sales and marketing approach ensured a seamless and luxury experience for all clients. My expertise lies in understanding the nuances of the luxury market and leveraging my skills to meet and exceed the expectations of discerning clients.

Atlanta

I directed sales and market positioning within the aviation and maritime sectors, launching products and building partnerships that elevated company's revenue from zero to $10 million in one year.Notable in my role was my success in carving a prominent place for the company in the Latin American and Caribbean markets. My expertise in strategic planning, liaising with C-suite executives, and understanding of aviation industry demands positions me well for the luxury aviation sector

Atlanta

* Directed Latin America and the Caribbean sales strategy; sparked product demand; managed extended sales cycles and contracts that reached $12 million in revenue. * Expertly cultivated relationships, qualified opportunities, and mapped customer capital investment needs to efficiency gains, ROI, bottom-line and top-line revenue goals.* Consulted with clients to understand their strategic goals, and leveraged the solution to deliver enterprise value, up-selling additional telecom and travel management services throughout the life-cycle of an account.

Atlanta

* Key contributor to $15 million growth, established key alliances, and developed an emerging market strategic plan to land major deals with Australia, Israel, and the U.S.* Outperformed target 20%, leveraging rapport building to sell a new product in a data sensitive industry.* Liaised with government, airlines, and airport counterparts to manage relationships and ensure solutions were delivered within contractual requirements.* Subject matter expert (SME), speaking on industry best practices and trends in electronic border management systems at global conferences.

Atlanta

* Reached $30 million in sales to airlines in the Americas, serving as key sales bench strength/support.* Articulated client ROI and illustrated total cost of ownership compared to competitor products through RFI/RFPs and business cases to showcase the value proposition.* Formulated client contracts and coordinated with sales force as the main point of interface between the client and functional units to ensure execution of the solution implementation and customer engagement.

Atlanta

* Defined, positioned, branded, marketed, and sold global distribution systems for travel agencies, accounting for revenue growth from zero to roughly $10 million in 4 continents.* Built the brand and quickly ramped-up market presence in the Americas, Asia Pacific, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, negotiating deals with airline, hotel, cruise lines, tour operators, car rental and rail companies. * Represented company at trade shows and industry events to broaden market footprint.