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Chicago, Il, Us

Greater Chicago Area

Greater Chicago Area

As your Real Estate Broker, I am excited to extend my time, professional knowledge, wisdom and resources to assist you with buying and selling. More importantly, I am committed to putting your interests first, ensuring that your needs are handled with great care and integrity. Home is more than a physical location, it is a state of being; I am concerned with everything that concerns you. Simply put, I want you to win!Find Your Next HomeYou need someone who knows this area inside and out! I can work with you to find the right home at the right price for you, including all the neighborhood amenities that matter - not to mention the essential criteria you have for your ideal home.Sell a HomeWhen it's time to move, you need someone who will advertise your home, show to prospective buyers, negotiate the purchase contract, arrange financing, oversee the inspections, handle all necessary paperwork and supervise the closing. I can take care of everything you need, from start to close.Consult on Home Selling TacticsOftentimes buyers don't visualize living in your home the way you do. I can make your home attractive to its ideal audience - which can help you get top dollar. Things like staging the home, making repairs or minor improvements, or even simply painting the walls can be the difference between a home resting on the market and one that's sold fast.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

IPD Hospitality, Inc. is a premier full service hotel management and consulting company located in Atlanta, Georgia and Indianapolis, Indiana. With over 40 hotels in 16 states, our specialized services include operations, development, sales and marketing, revenue management and accounting.- Inspirational Leadership: Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction that motivates staff to consistently deliver exceptional guest service, resulting in financial success and customer loyalty.- Strategic Budgeting: Create and manage budgets aimed at maximizing profit margins while maintaining a balance between cost efficiency and guest satisfaction. Prioritize investments in quality services to enhance the overall guest experience.- Targeted Sales and Marketing: Drive sales and marketing efforts by developing targeted strategies to promote the hotel's services and amenities.- Quality Assurance: Ensure the hotel's reputation for quality by conducting regular inspections of rooms, public areas, and surrounding grounds. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and upkeep, reinforcing the hotel's commitment to excellence and guest satisfaction.- Transformational Renovation Leadership: Leading the hotel through a multi-million dollar renovation project, overseeing every aspect from planning to execution. The renovation is revitalizing the property, significantly enhancing guest satisfaction, revenue, and staff retention. Completion Spring 2024- Improved Guest Satisfaction Scores (GSS): Implemented strategic initiatives to elevate GSS, resulting in notable improvements and increased guest loyalty. Focused efforts on enhancing service quality and guest experiences throughout the renovation process.- Enhanced Staff Retention: Implement measures to boost staff morale and retention during the challenging renovation period, resulting in a more engaged and motivated workforce. Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration to support the hotel's success.

The Hiltons At Mccormick Place

Combining the Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, and Home2 Suites by Hilton brands under one roof, the first-ever tri-branded Hilton hotel promises to deliver an unparalleled guest experience in Downtown Chicago. Home to 466 guest rooms and suites, 6,600 sq. ft. of event space at the Hilton Tri-Brand Hotel McCormick Place!- Led Group Sales Management: Spearheaded group sales initiatives for a 466-room, multi-branded hotel property, actively involved in all pre-opening activities and initiatives to ensure a successful launch.- Comprehensive Event Management: Managed event and group bookings, overseeing all aspects of group sales from inquiry to execution, ensuring seamless experiences for clients.- SMERF Market Expertise: Specialized in managing the SMERF (Social, Military, Educational, Religious, Fraternal) market segment, driving targeted sales efforts and maximizing revenue opportunities.- Proactive Sales Outreach: Conducted daily telemarketing and outside sales calls, soliciting and nurturing B2B client relationships to expand the hotel's reach and community engagement.- Collaborative Sales Strategy: Worked closely with the Director of Sales and Marketing to develop and implement effective sales strategies and promotions, aligning efforts with overarching business objectives.- Marketing Collaboration: Assisted in the creation and promotion of marketing materials and promotions, leveraging partnerships with global business travel sales and local Convention and Visitors Bureaus (CVBs) to drive client relationships.- Market Analysis and Revenue Growth: Analyzed market trends and movements to maintain competitiveness and capture fair market share, resulting in exceeding opening group sales booking goal by 32% and group sales revenue goal by $1.2 million.- Outstanding Performance in SMERF Market: Generated $780,000 in booked revenue within the SMERF market, surpassing expectations and contributing to overall revenue success.

Hampton Inn Lexington Medical Center

NorthStar Hospitality is well positioned in the industry as a professional hospitality management, development and ownership company. They are dedicated to providing their owners and guests with uncompromising dedication and commitment. - Award-Winning Sales Leadership: Recognized as Hilton’s Sales Leader of the Year for the Urban market among mid-scale hotels, highlighting exceptional sales leadership and results-driven strategies.- Strategic Sales & Marketing Direction: Providing strategic guidance and innovative sales approaches for a new mid-scale, focused-service hotel since its inception in April 2016. Leveraging market trends to maximize occupancy and revenue.- Diverse Market Segment Management: Overseeing various market segments and driving client solicitation, prospecting, and telemarketing efforts. Managing all inside and outside sales inquiries with efficiency and effectiveness.- Exceeding Revenue Targets: Setting and surpassing aggressive sales targets while nurturing strong client relationships. Fostering a culture of sales excellence where every team member contributes to revenue growth.- Achievement of Annual Revenue Goals: Successfully exceeding annual revenue goals within months of opening as Director of Sales during both pre-opening and opening phases. Positioned for continued growth and success in the market.

Award Winning Embassy Suites Lexington, Ky

Winegardner & Hammons is one of an elite group approved to manage both full and select-service brands by Starwood, Marriott, Hilton, Intercontinental, Hyatt, and Carlson. The Winegardner & Hammons owned/managed portfolio of 24 hotels includes resorts, all-suite, extended-stay, full-service, and conference center hotels in many diverse markets across the United States.- Front Office Management Excellence: Oversaw all front office operations at a 230-room, full-service hotel, ensuring exceptional and proactive service delivery in alignment with operational policies and the Winegardner & Hammons service pledge.- Service Score Advancement: Elevated service scores by implementing strategic and precise service training initiatives. Achieved #1 ranking out of 218 properties nationwide for service and #3 for brand loyalty within one month, alongside a high-performing management team.- Guest Experience Enhancement: Identified and capitalized on opportunities to enhance the overall guest experience, driving continuous improvement and satisfaction metrics.- Leadership Development: Played a key role in developing and mentoring future leaders in hospitality, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability within the front office team.

Lexington, Ky

Creative Lodging Solutions is the fastest growing corporate lodging provider in the business. The talented team of sales executives, lodging consultants, billing specialists and application developers have built the company on solid and simple principles. - Strategic Key Account Management: Successfully managed multiple key accounts, focusing on fulfilling clients' short-term, long-term, and project-based lodging requirements with precision and excellence.- Exemplary Recognition: Recognized as the company's inaugural 'Spotlight' employee, a testament to my exceptional performance and dedication, as acknowledged by associates and clients.- Expert Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in negotiating competitive rates with hotels and brands on both local and national scales. Secured advantageous rates through meticulous RFP processes, ensuring optimal value for clients.- Proactive Sales Initiatives: Initiated targeted research and sales strategies to showcase and promote hotel properties to clients. Booked short and long-term reservations, exceeding expectations in sales targets and revenue generation.- Revenue Generation: Generated and maintained over $1 million in annual revenue through strategic account management and proactive sales efforts. Successfully developed low-performing accounts, achieving year-over-year revenue growth for the company.- Exceptional Problem Resolution: Established a quick and efficient problem-resolution structure for clients traveling nationwide, ensuring seamless experiences and satisfaction.- Client Relationship Management: Acted as a trusted liaison between hotel properties and clients, fostering strong, lasting relationships through effective communication and negotiation.- Strong Interpersonal Skills: Leveraged strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to navigate complex client needs and deliver exceptional service under pressure.

Lexington, Ky

Pillar Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel management companies in the United States with over 220 select-service, extended stay and full service hotels across 38 states. Pillar represents over 20 brand flags, and is one of the largest managers of Marriott and Hilton properties. - Strategic Operations Leadership: Spearheaded planning, development, and implementation of policies, goals, and initiatives to optimize guest service, revenue, and occupancy levels, driving overall operational excellence.- Transformational Quality Improvement: Elevated Quality Assurance scores from 67% to nearly 90% within a two-month period as AGM & interim GM during a significant leadership transition. Implemented new policies focused on enhancing team cohesiveness, restructuring, and comprehensive staff training aligned with brand and company standards.- Proactive Performance Monitoring: Provided weekly hotel statistics and meticulously monitored operational reports, budgets, audits, and financial accounting records to ensure adherence to company objectives and targets.- Revenue Growth Strategies: Assisted in the development of strategies and operational policies aimed at fostering group sales and patronage, driving revenue growth, and enhancing the overall guest experience.- Rigorous Quality Control: Conducted daily property inspections to guarantee the delivery of exceptional service and maintain cleanliness standards, ensuring guest satisfaction and loyalty.- Effective Communication and Leadership: Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills in guiding teams towards achieving operational excellence and surpassing performance expectations.

Bachelor’S Degree, Business/Corporate Communications

Master Of Science - Ms, Clinical Mental Health Counseling