Experience

Reynolds Lake Oconee

• United States
• Real Estate
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Associate Broker

  • Apr 2020 - Present

  Impact: -Brings 18+ years of Luxury Real Estate market experience to Reynolds Lake Oconee Properties. -Unwavering commitment to introducing clients to the remarkable lifestyle that Reynolds offers its members and to find the perfect property that fits their lifestyle. Impact: -Brings 18+ years of Luxury Real Estate market experience to Reynolds Lake Oconee Properties. -Unwavering commitment to introducing clients to the remarkable lifestyle that Reynolds offers its members and to find the perfect property that fits their lifestyle.



Heritage House Sotheby's International Realty

• United States
• Real Estate
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Licensed Associate Broker

  • Jul 2008 - Jan 2020

  Impact: -Exponentially increased revenue annually to $130.0 million, exceeded profit goals while maintaining company culture and growing brand awareness -Grew Company Brand market penetration (22%) in local trading area to be top Real Estate Company 3th Consecutive year - Led sales agents consistently ranked in the top 5% of NJ Realtors for Sales Achievements and awarded NJ State Sales Awards Responsibilities: - Recruit, retain, motivate and coach sales agents on brand marketing, business planning, local market conditions, and client development for their personal success - Manage office personnel on daily operations of the office; compliance to regulations and standards of the NJ Real Estate Commission, including advertising and data accuracy -Develop and deliver weekly workshops for knowledge transfer to motivate and train the sales agents to increase revenue - Manage National/International Relocation and Referral Division for 200+ agents Show less



Gloria Nilson & Co. Real Estate

• United States
• Real Estate
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Sales Agent

  • Aug 2002 - Jul 2008

  Impact: -Generated over $25.0 million dollars and 57 unites in closed sales -Achieved Company and NJState Sales Awards including the Honor of Top Sales Associate of the Holmdel Office in 2007 Responsibilities: -Developed and executed a personnel business and marketing plan -Grew client base from past satisfied client referrals -Manage the home sales cycle from proposal through closing -Communicated across all parties involved in the home sale transaction Impact: -Generated over $25.0 million dollars and 57 unites in closed sales -Achieved Company and NJState Sales Awards including the Honor of Top Sales Associate of the Holmdel Office in 2007 Responsibilities: -Developed and executed a personnel business and marketing plan -Grew client base from past satisfied client referrals -Manage the home sales cycle from proposal through closing -Communicated across all parties involved in the home sale transaction



Tommy Hilfiger Sleepwear

• New York City

• VP Product/ Merchandise Manager Sleepwear Men's and Women's

  • Mar 2002 - Aug 2002

  Impact: -Increased inventory turn and quality control to grow profit margin 8% Responsibilities: -Mentored production staff on strategies for pricing and inventory replenishment models to increase margin and inventory -Collaborated with design team to insure all products were approved within brand standards -Developed with Sales executives an exclusive product program for customers; TJ Maxx, Ross Stores Impact: -Increased inventory turn and quality control to grow profit margin 8% Responsibilities: -Mentored production staff on strategies for pricing and inventory replenishment models to increase margin and inventory -Collaborated with design team to insure all products were approved within brand standards -Developed with Sales executives an exclusive product program for customers; TJ Maxx, Ross Stores



Regal Industries

• Philadelphia, PA

• VP Product Development/ Mechandise Manager

  • Aug 2000 - Mar 2002

  Impact: -Worked with private equity owners to improve the health of the company with sales volume of $12.0 million, managed a successful accession and transition to new ownership added programs for Fashion and Teen/Children's categories to basic business Responsibilities: - Collaborated with CFO on cash flow of company -Traveled to Asia to re-negotiate production contracts with vendors to improve merchandise flow, pricing and shipping -Re-negotiated local vendors to improve domestic shipping, and fixture/ display contracts -Mentored sales team to re-balance supply and develop replenishment plans with key clients; Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Rite Aide, Walgreens Show less



Worldwide Dreams LLC

• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Product Development/ Merchandise Manager Development Handbags and Small Leathergoods

  • Apr 1995 - Aug 2000

  Impact: -Increased sales to over $120 Million through the addition of product categories, a focus on key items, and increase of store/door distribution and a shift to overseas vendor sourcing Responsibilities: - Developed private label programs for Dillard's, May Company, J.C. Penney's, Sears, Target, Wal-Mart, and TJ Maxx -Cultivated programs with Walt Disney, Nickelodeon, NFL, NHL for key selling periods of Back to School and Christmas -Traveled worldwide to shop fashion trends, source materials and packaging -Improved and expanded overseas vendor relationships for better product quality, pricing value, on time delivery, and order placement flexibility -Teamed up and traveled with Sales VP on Sales Presentations to key clients across US Show less



Anne Klein Handbags

• New York City

• Product Developement/ Merchandise Manager Small Leathergoods and Belts

  • Jun 1992 - Apr 1995

  Impact: -Grew Small Leathergoods business by 40% to $350,000, by developing additional production lines and key items while working with overseas vendors to maintain quality, on time delivery, and profit Responsibilities: - Managed placement and penetration of the Anne Klein II brand within the department store category, including May Company Corp stores, Macy's and Dillard's -Developed private label programs for department and specialty stores -Traveled worldwide to shop fashion trends, work with factories to develop product, negotiate price and manage production -Hired, trained and managed production and design teams Show less



May Merchandising Company

• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Designer Footwear Buyer

  • Aug 1988 - Jun 1992

  Impact:-Launched Designer brands including; Salvatore Ferragamo, Brunao, Magli, Cole Hann, Via Spiga, throughout May Company DivisionsResponsibilities: -Created product assortments, negotiated pricing and advertising terms

• Small Leathergoods Buyers

  • Aug 1988 - Jun 1992

  Impact:-Grew the Small Leather Goods business by 25% TO $500,000 by focusing on key items in the assortment and working with individual store buyers to maximize their business strengthsResponsibilities: - Developed private label program that consisted of wallets, mini-bags, and holiday gift programs that represented 30-40% of the total department business -Traveld to Asia to work with May Company Corp Offices to develop private label products and manage production-Worked with vendors such as Liz Claiborne, Anne Klein, and Mundi to develop company exclusive programs and pricing Show less



Macy's

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Buyer; Men's Accessories

  • Jun 1985 - Aug 1988

• Department Manager; Juniors

  • Jun 1985 - Aug 1988