Kevin Trana Email & Phone Number

Saint Paul, Mn, Us

Ames, Iowa, United States

Mn & Ia

Assist clients in navigating the process of buying, selling and investing in residential properties throughout the Minneapolis and Saint Paul metro areas.Represent clients during the new home build process including selection of the builder, blueprint formulation, product selections, design meetings and project management step by step throughout the entire build process.Conduct market research and analysis to best serve the client and provide the clarity needed for them to make a solid decision with their real estate investments.Create and implement strategies for listing property on the MLS and utilize the latest technology to market properties via social media and other online platforms.Negotiate and secure contracts on behalf of clients in an effort to come to a win-win for all parties involved.Utilize excellent communication skills to explain processes in a simple and concise manner clients and colleagues can understand.Collaborate with loan officers, title contacts, inspectors and other industry professionals to ensure a smooth process for the client from start to finish.Stay up to date with local market trends, property values and industry regulations to maintain ‘expert’ status in all interactions.Served on the Associate Leadership Committee for two separate years during my time at KW providing leadership for the office, enhanced opportunities for leadership roles and surrounding myself with the top 10% of the market center through volunteering, weekly accountability and servant leadership.Lead accountability groups with other peers as well as more inexperienced realtors in the office to help set goals and utilize the proven systems and processes KW provides to be successful.Live out the KW culture following the company values of win-win, integrity, customers, commitment, communication, creativity, teamwork, trust and success in each interaction throughout the day.

Msp Area

Andover, Minnesota, United States

Own and self manage multiple long term rental properties.Completed multiple rehab and resell projects forecasting the potential and maintaining a budget to maximize profit.

Fargo, North Dakota Area

Meet with over 500 families per year on campus during one-on-one appointments to help decide if NDSU is the right fit for them, covering program information, tuition costs, the application process, scholarships and all other aspects of the admission application process.Successfully plan and coordinate travel to over 80 high schools in northern Minnesota during the fall semester, presenting to students interested in NDSU.Manage and plan content for all NDSU admission social media accounts including Twitter, Instagram and an incoming freshman facebook group.Assist in the planning and execution of large campus visit events including Discover NDSU, welcoming over 1,600 students and 4,000 total people to campus throughout the fall and spring.Serve as the College of Business liaison from the office of admission to keep up-to-date with changes in the Business school and help to relay those changes to my office as well as prospective students interested in Business at NDSU.Provide students from under represented, diverse, populations help and access to the people and resources needed for them to be successful in achieving their higher education goals.Maintain and update the NDSU Insider page which helps prospective students learn about what NDSU has to offer while giving them the opportunity to check their application status and discover “next steps” in the admission process.Proven familiarity with University policies and technology including FERPA, Image Now, Peoplesoft, Hobsons Connect, Microsoft Office, Outlook and Adobe Photoshop.Offered honest advice and feedback during three search committee processes for positions inside and outside of the office of admission.Manage the work of telestudents who help me keep in contact with prospective students in my recruitment territory.Build and manage relationships with professionals across campus departments in order to ensure a healthy working environment and promote a smooth transition for incoming students.

Fargo, North Dakota Area

Plan, coordinate and execute numerous promotional events throughout the year to raise awareness of transit and increase ridership, which includes working closely with several local partners (including the top-rated radio stations in the market across two media groups).Utilize sales and communication skills to sell bus advertising to local businesses, as well as successfully executing advertising trade agreements with the Red River Zoo, RedHawks Baseball team and the radio stations mentioned above.Responsible for managing and maintaining content on various forms of social media, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Constant Contact and an AreaVoices blog.Implement and promote an annual Commuter Challenge eight-week program by utilizing all forms of media including TV, radio, billboards, direct mail, newspaper and social media to promote the event and drive ridership increases.Maintain a strong working relationship with North Dakota State University (NDSU) through the education of students, student government leaders and university staff on the intricacies of the MATBUS systems. This includes participation in orientation sessions, welcome week events and other outreach programs through the year.Manage and attain tight deadlines by prioritizing projects and working diligently to complete the task on time, with a strong attention to detail.Multi-tasked among various disciplines of the organization, including cross-training across positions. Administer the sampling plan and execution of the National Transit Database (NTD) trip surveys.Assisted in the planning and execution of the American Public Transportation Association’s Public Transportation and Universities Conference held in Fargo-Moorhead in June 2012, with over 250 attendees from across the nation.Implement changes to the bus routes and schedules, including public hearings, press releases, open houses, website updates and changes to the complex maps and schedules.

Fargo, North Dakota Area

Worked in a team-based environment to design and implement marketing projects, while taking the initiative to transform my ideas and opinions into plans of action.Utilized written communication skills to administer the Twitter and Facebook accounts for the restaurants, including contest idea generation and posting updates about promotions and other events.Demonstrated oral communication and presentation skills, while networking with local companies through samplings and promoting the Erbert and Gerbert’s Catering Club outreach program.Personally responsible for launching a new project with the Junior Bison Club at NDSU, complete with the securement of a dedicated sponsorship of the program.

Fargo, North Dakota Area

Managed a group of high school students in the main concession stands before and during each of the 50 games.Demonstrated forecasting and organizational skills by ensuring adequate food supplies during the divergent attendance of games.Illustrated discipline by completing the training necessary to serve alcoholic beverages at the events.

Henning, Mn

Developed work ethic skills by working over fifteen hour days to get the job done on time and on budget.Responsible for the work of my own crew and communicating with customers regarding the work being completed.Enhanced leadership qualities by supervising the crew and making executive decisions.

Fargo, North Dakota Area

Demonstrated attention to detail by ensuring accurate cash count while working as a cashier.Used excellent communication and multi-tasking skills to provide exceptional customer service to any guests requiring assistance.

Battle Lake, Mn

Completed the work necessary to keep the golf course looking great for visitors throughout the summer.Assisted in the clubhouse during the busier weekends of the summer.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Marketing

Bs, Marketing And Finance

19Th Century England

This was a study abroad opportunity which included attending classes at Oxford University as well as a three week tour of Europe. It was.