Maria Ward Email & Phone Number

Irvine, California

Virtual Office

Regional Project and Event Management (70%) Planned, coordinated and executed a minimum of 7 sales rallies per year throughout the Western Region for Broker/Owners and Sales Associates. Managed the event’s budget finding efficiencies and maximizing event success within the scope of the budget. Planned, coordinated and executed two high-end, custom-tailor events for a select group of Broker/Owners in the Western Region.  Assumed cross-functional responsibilities outside the scope of regional event management to assist in the execution of the Annual International Brand Conference - 3000 attendees.Regional Operations (30%) Responsible for monthly reconciliation of the region’s P&L reports in order to comply with the annual budget assigned. Managed the expense reporting process for the Western Region. Gathered and distributed all weekly and monthly reports for both regional and corporate staff. Utilized CRM to accurately assign Business Consultants' book of business and generate pertinent franchisee reports.

Lake Forest, Ca

Responsible for coordinating and managing translation projects for Saddleback Church and Purpose Driven. Managed and coordinated the translation of “The Purpose Driven Life” book in several languages. Managed and coordinated the logistics of providing simultaneous interpretation in 8 different languages at the annual church conference with an attendance of over 2000 pastors from all over the world. Coordinated a large group of volunteers to translate all conference materials and selected a team of skilled interpreters in several languages to provide simultaneous interpretation

Laguna Niguel, Ca

Responsible for the administrative operation of a high producing branch sales office. Supported the Branch Manager, assisted over 70 Independent Sales Associates and managed two administrative assistants.  Managed all aspects of listings including: process listings, sales and closings in proprietary system; audit and maintain related records of listings, contracts and closings; review files to make certain that all necessary documents and approvals were included; gathered and communicated information for settlements to attorneys. Responsible for all HR functions at the branch level and for the on-boarding and training of new Independent Sales Associates

Virtual Office

As an independent contractor, I managed and executed different operational projects for start-up and established franchise companies Researched new office space, reviewed/negotiated leases and TI’s, purchased/leased all office equipment, created administrative policies and procedures and was involved in interviewing and hiring permanent staff. Other projects included database development and maintenance, fund development proposals, and a one year contract with an established franchisor in the printing business

Mission Viejo, Ca

National Affiliate Services Manager: * Reported to National Vice President, Affiliate Services* Responsible for coordinating the contents and distribution of the "Tool Box" sent monthly to all franchisees nationwide.* Coordinated and executed several national corporate events and special projects.* Liaison to the Regional Affiliate Services Managers to create, review and implement procedures at the regional level.Regional Affiliate Services Manager: * Responsible for a variety of administrative functions, including supervising a staff of three Affiliate Services Coordinators who supported the efforts of the Business Consultants.* Planned and coordinated regional meetings, sales rallies and award and recognition programs

Mission Viejo, Ca

 Responsible for the administration of the franchise sales department and support to Regional Franchise Sales Director and five Market Analysts  Coordinated all travel arrangements, Marketing Reports, gathered and packaged all documentation necessary for the approval process.