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Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States

Fredericksburg, Va

Using dynamic route descriptions, delivers packages on Sundays and observed holidays while performing duties according to USPS standards.

Gainesville, Va

Responsible for all aspects of branch, including individual and team, performance. Manages operational, human capital, reputational and business risk through adherence to established policies and procedures. Exercises sound decision making to identify and mitigate potential risk.-Successfully completed management training program-Recruited, trained and managed outstanding branch team.-Met or exceeded monthly goals

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Providing exceptional service throughout the customer's experience by communicating effectively bothin person and over the phone to discover the customer's wants and needs. Consult and guidecustomers to the appropriate next step based on their situation and facilitating steps of the sale, suchas the vehicle appraisal process, taking test drives, and submitting finance applications. Build andmaintain strong relationships and demonstrate excellent teamwork.-Sales leader: January, first full month after training period.-Achieved Directors Club for sales May 2015 and promoted to New Hire Mentor-Achieved Presidents Club for sales June 2015 and awarded Store Champion.-High level of customer satisfaction per "Voice of the customer" surveys

Fredericksburg, Va

Responsible for sales of new and pre-owned vehicles, to include assessing customer needs, selectionand demonstration of vehicles, sales negotiations and providing superior customer relations. Other duties include obtaining all necessary documentation, assisting with financing, and insurance options.-Sales leader: July, September-A+ level customer satisfaction per formal customer surveys-Selected for advanced sales training conducted by VW Sales Academy

Hollywood, California

Directed all corporate financial, accounting, human resources and sales / marketing operations for this highly successful, recognized and profitable organization providing unmatched entertainment and event photography and image syndication. Oversaw $3.5M budget managed P&L of multiple divisions. Key clients included Disney, Paramount, Vanity Fair, USC and Cedars Sinai.-Expanded worldwide representation from 12 international agents to 22, representing a 53% increase in global coverage.-Grew revenues 133% in 5 years by reshaping sales and marketing strategy; spearheaded redesign and launch of enhanced website, further driving sales and exposure.-Orchestrated divisional start-up of Vistalux, specializing in representation of high-end celebrity photographers and images.-Hired staff and recruited photographers, growing division to representing 24 photographers in two years. Delivered 100% revenue growth each year for 3 years.-Sharpened contracts and created systems and processes to protect against intellectual property and copyright infringement.-Managed multidivisional company to streamline overall productivity, conducting financial and performance reviews to maximize employee efficiency.-Conducted successful overhaul of working environment to address productivity, morale and quality issues. Reduced turnover to less than 5% and supervised staff increases from 11-20 employees.-Introduced revamped policies and procedures, including performance standards supported by new benefits plan, career planning and employee recognition programs.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Headed corporate financial, accounting, HR and sales / marketing operations for New York and Los Angeles offices of this global management company representing photographers and photographic image licensing.-Directed company’s global operations and financial functions, developing and executing successful sales and expense control strategies.-Managed all worldwide syndication efforts, including negotiating licenses, prices and protection of intellectual property, increasing revenues by 156% in 3 years.-Prepared and controlled budgets of $1.3M, billing and collections. Directed all production aspects, including hiring freelance employees, strategic planning and coordination.-Spearheaded program to significantly expand representation agreements with foreign agents, increasing revenues by 40%.-Negotiated and secured representation of estate of Charlie Chaplin; developed aggressive marketing campaign that expanded licensing content, increasing revenues by 40%.-Oversaw and controlled resale / reuse of image archives; negotiated book publishing, including contracts and releases; negotiated and oversaw production of major exhibitions and events.

-Oversaw syndication and exploitation of image archives; negotiated price and usage of prints and managed production and shipping. -Prepared and controlled budgets, billing and collections. -Coordinated photographic shootings worldwide, overseeing all equipment, film and prop usage for major editorial and advertising clients, such as Vanity Fair, Vogue, Armani and Bloomingdale’s.-Spearheaded relocation of business from New York to Los Angeles.-Negotiated contract and press releases related to book publishing.-Promoted to Studio Manager / Syndication agent within two years.Additional experienced as assistant to world-renowned photographers, Yosuf Karsh and Annie Liebovitz.

Certificate, Substance Abuse Counseling

Bachelor Of Fine Arts, Photographic Illustration

High School Diploma, Diploma