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United States

Downers Grove, Illinois, United States

Greater Chicago Area

Chicago, Illinois

Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand

Guiding you to better wealth.Nobody can predict the future, but you can plan wisely for it. Whether you’re an individual, a trust, a charity or a family trust, Hobson Wealth works with you in managing your money as if it were our own. Our diligence, insights and experience help you navigate towards the best possible decisions for both portfolio protection and growth.Although we offer a diversified range of services, our approach is uniquely centred on you, your goals, aspirations and risk profile. Named in recognition of Captain William Hobson, Hobson Wealth Partners embodies the same pioneering spirit, diligence and visionary leadership of New Zealand’s first Governor.Our origins also reflect our association with a famous Australian Governor, Lachlan Macquarie – as we were originally known in New Zealand as Macquarie Private Wealth.

Auckland, New Zealand

Responsibilities• Built strong relationships with Brokers through active engagement. • Assessed and managed home mortgage applications through to settlement. • Remained abreast of bank policy & lending rules within rapidly changing market conditions. • Assessed lending risk and overall suitability of loan security. • Ensured adherence to compliance and audit requirements.• Maintained CAD of $1.5M.

New Zealand

Haven was established to meet the growing financial needs of everyday New Zealanders. Combining expertise in the fields of Accounting, Insurance, Lending and Property Management we offer you a total financial planning solution that is tailored to your individual situation. Haven has a team of dedicated Accountants and Financial advisers that are up to date with the latest financial products,services and market trends.

Hamilton, New Zealand

Based in Hamilton servicing the Waikato and Bay of Plenty providing insurance advice and ACC management. At AFL Insurance we pride ourselves on a “best cover best cost” approach. So if you already have the best policy for your needs, we'll tell you.Whether it is your family, your health, your business or your farm that you want to protect, we can create a personalised risk management plan to suit your needs and your budget.

1-dayOut is simply ‘entertainment’ in your local town at ridiculously discount prices. Each day at 12pm we feature a cool new experience at an unbeatable price in cities across New Zealand. From movie tickets, golf, beauty treatments, concerts, shopping, locals bars and restaurants, adrenalin filled activities – there is no end to us putting some spice into your social life! 1-day has now become the largest shopping website in New Zealand and you simply have to be quick or the deal sells out.

Having recently moved from the USA to New Zealand, I am currently seeking a challenging customer focused role, where a strong background in business development, relationship management and project leadership can be utilised.• Holds a NZ Residence Visa • Full New Zealand Drivers Licence

GENERAL MANAGERResponsibilities: • Develop long term business and operational strategies for a leading real estate consultancy and training organisation. • Liaise directly with clients to ensure a high standard of service is maintained. • Grow and expand the customer base through strong relationship development. Major Achievements:• Developed the company’s training manual and program.• Provided a high level of support, coaching and mentoring to up to 25 agents.• Implemented a centralised online record keeping system as well as creating standard operating procedures. • Utilised online business collaboration software to facilitate business across several locations. • Successful at achieving and exceeding set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and business development targets.• Identified that the market was declining, and moved the company’s focus toward the niche market of foreclosure and short sales to maximise market presence and grow market share.• Maintained and expanded an existing client base within a very competitive market.• Chosen as member of the Real Estate Honour SocietyDESIGNATED BROKERResponsibilities: • Lead and manage day to day operations for several real estate companies, often two or more simultaneously. • Create innovative and compelling advertising campaigns.• Review all contracts for compliance with the law as well as thoroughness and accuracy.• Oversee management of a trust account.• Negotiate directly with customers and manage effective conflict resolution.Major Achievements:• Received numerous customer and managerial commendations for providing a consistently high standard of support and service.

Certified in the state of Idaho to teach pre license courses, broker finance and various continuing education classes.Responsibilities: • Prepare and present lessons for pre-license classes as well as broker level and continuing education real estate courses throughout the State. These could range from three hours to two weeks of nine-hour days.• Break down and convey complex concepts and engage adult learners.• Recognise and teach to different learning styles and successfully build trusted relationships with students from a diverse range of backgrounds.• Effectively manage a variety of classroom environments, with up to 50 students present, including simultaneous classes on site and remote via satellite.Major Achievements:• Developed a positive and highly successful learning environment for all students. Achieved an unheard of 98% pass rate for new agents and 90% for brokers.• Due to a professional and client focused approach to work, developed a loyal client base as well as strong referral and repeat business.• Provided a high level of support, coaching and mentoring to individual team members.

Responsibilities: • Oversee as many as 17 agents in a full service agency.• Plan and manage an annual budget of $60k.• Build strong and trusted relationships with potential purchasers and vendors. • Design and implement strategic marketing initiatives and promote properties through print and internet media.• Liaise with valuers, solicitors, builders and mortgage brokers on behalf of the vendor and purchaser. Major Achievements:• Consistently maintained a steady growth of 6% a year in a declining market. The agency also grew from two to 17 agents.

Responsibilities: • Identify and develop new and potential clients as well as implement effective strategies to gain their business. • Lead and motivate agents and staff.• Coordinate direct marketing campaigns and produce advertising and other promotional materials. • Review all contracts and ensure compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.• Oversee management of trust account and complete all accounts and bookwork.Major Achievements:• Successfully developed the business from a start up enterprise, to a mature and established company with 25 agents.

Responsibilities:• Maintain high levels of customer service • Maintain knowledge of available loan products, processing procedures, and underwriting guidelines. • Manage pipeline of 25+ loan applications at any given time through closing and complete required management reports.

Responsibilities: • Provide administrative support for both Tenants in Common (TIC) and Residential Escrow. • Manage 1041 exchanges, prepare closing documents, verify information and coordinate receipt of funds. • Handle original purchase on out-of-state properties, including clearing titles and dealing with title companies located nationwide. • Communicate extensively with investors, exchange companies and lenders. Major Achievements:• Successfully interacted with 20 Exchange companies on a daily basis, developing collaborative working relationships, which facilitated quality operations. • Managed Tenants in Common (TIC) properties throughout the nation.• Advanced from initial temporary assignment into permanent position due to outstanding skill set. • Managed flawless record keeping and transactional processes resulting in superior customer satisfaction.• Within 6 months, awarded further senior level (Escrow Agent) duties, such as complex, specialised Tenants in Common transactions, closing commercial buildings with up to 100 domino closings in one day. Placed on the company’s top producing team at the request of the Team Leader due to excellent track record. • Mentored and trained personnel regarding appropriate operational procedures, ensuring quality customer service.

Responsibilities: • Guide clients through loan documents, purchase contracts and other necessary documents in preparation for closure. • Coordinate purchase processes with Title Officers, Real Estate Agents/Brokers, Purchasers, and other interested parties. • Liaise closely with construction contractors.Major Achievements:• Developed and implemented several successful sales and promotional marketing programs for new subdivisions, which increased overall interest in properties and led to new business. • Actively promoted open houses and conducted grand opening presentations, marketing available properties to other real estate agents in order to facilitate sales. • Developed extensive knowledge of available loan options from participating lenders; enhanced skill set in FHA, RD, VA, OWC, IHA, and conventional loans. • Recognised as ‘Top Producer of Canyon County’ (achieving $2m in sales when the average home price was $57k) first year as an agent.

Responsibilities: • Direct daily operations including buying, marketing, and selling numerous properties through realtors, FSBOs, trustee sales, and auctions. • Oversee and coordinate all property closings. • Serve as Project Manager during remodels, ensuring project completion within established time and budget constraints.

Responsibilities: • Acquire and manage all aspects of 26 rental properties.• Manage outsourcing of various business needs, coordinating of complex renovation projects and negotiating of maintenance and improvement costs. • Establish and maintain budget objectives, ensuring profitable operations.

Professional Development

• Registered Financial Adviser • Grosvenor Kiwisaver Accreditation • Generate Kiwisaver Accreditation • Sovereign Accreditation - Home.

Aas - In Progress, Accounting; Business Management

Near completion of Associate degrees in Accounting and Business Management.

Professional Development - Real Estate

• Leadership Academy – Idaho Association of Realtors (2008) - 1 of 9 people chosen from throughout the state to attend a year-long.