Amy Sandidge

Director of Sales and Commercial Development at North Carolina Railroad Company
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(386) 825-5501
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Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, US
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  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Credentials

  • Real Estate Investment and Development
    Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business
    May, 2021
    - Nov, 2024
  • Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
    American Red Cross
    Nov, 2017
    - Nov, 2024
  • NC Real Estate License
    North Carolina Realtor
    Jan, 2017
    - Nov, 2024
  • Microsoft Excel - Basic and Advanced Online Course
    GoSkills.com
    Dec, 2014
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

  • North Carolina Railroad Company
    • United States
    • Rail Transportation
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Sales and Commercial Development
      • Mar 2023 - Present

      In this role, I successfully performed as a strategic member of the leadership team, pioneering new revenue streams through commercial development. I led a team of professionals in managing over 7000 acres for encroachments along an extensive railroad corridor. I also handled financial analyses and property negotiations. I managed the Facility Manager position that was responsible for over $50M in property assets. Achievements:• Secured a new transload site with over $300k in recurring revenue within the first 6 months.• Project manager on two redevelopment sites totaling over eighty acres and valued at over $150M .• Introduced educational safety enhancements along a 317-mile corridor, reducing risk through education.• Led team expansion from 2 to 4 in 3 years, driving 14-36% annual revenue growth. Show less

    • Corridor Manager
      • May 2019 - Apr 2023

      In this position, I was responsible for real estate encroachments and land agreements, working closely with municipalities and counties. I reported to the VP of Real Estate, overseeing the 317-mile corridor and $6M+ in property acquisitions.Achievements:• Introduced a comprehensive real estate program, elevating corridor preservation standards.• Achieved a 36% revenue growth in 2022, surpassing the previous year's performance by 20%.• Transformed encroachment compliance by creating an education program on ownership rights and safety.• Managed and secured a 7,000-acre corridor spanning 16 counties and 40 municipalities.• Due diligence on potential site acquisitions to allow for future railroad growth and expansion. Show less

    • Real Estate Representative
      • Jun 2017 - May 2019

      In this early career role, I honed my skills in contracts, licensing agreements, insurance requirements, and resolving encroachments.• Implemented a 60-day resolution process that streamlined encroachment compliance, reducing process time by 30%.• Identified $1M in potential revenue from encroachments, setting the stage for significant bottom-line improvements.• Learned the intricacies of railroad real estate by collaborating with attorneys on legal proceedings.

  • Cactus Canine Ctr
    • United States
    • Events Services
    • Animal Photographer
      • 2010 - Present

      Launched a pet photography business focused on creating one-of-a-kind, custom art projects for clients. Cultivated networks with the local rescue community to create fundraising programs through the donation of time and photography talents for the development of promotional materials. Donated time and artwork to multiple silent auctions and sponsored events. Created commercial artwork for veterinary supply products. Photography published in “High Desert Dog” magazine. Launched a pet photography business focused on creating one-of-a-kind, custom art projects for clients. Cultivated networks with the local rescue community to create fundraising programs through the donation of time and photography talents for the development of promotional materials. Donated time and artwork to multiple silent auctions and sponsored events. Created commercial artwork for veterinary supply products. Photography published in “High Desert Dog” magazine.

  • Vance County
    • United States
    • Government Administration
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Zoning Administrator - Land Planner
      • Dec 2015 - Jul 2017

      As the Department Head, I was the go-to expert for zoning, land development, and planning. I presented at County Commission meetings and was responsible for obtaining necessary approvals for various projects. As the sole point of contact for zoning and land use, I enabled development projects from concept to completion. • Spearheaded the entitlement for the state's largest solar farm, a 600-acre project that set new benchmarks for renewable energy in North Carolina. • Authored and secured approval for multiple text amendments, streamlining zoning regulations and facilitating easier land use. • Prepared zoning analysis and secured approvals from the Board of Commissioners. • Reviewed and approved plat plans, code enforcement cases, and variance requests. Show less

  • City of Apache Junction
    • United States
    • Government Administration
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Communication and Events
      • May 2014 - Mar 2015

      Planned, organized, and managed a wide range events for the promotion of the Chamber, its mission, and building the organization’s presence within the community. Events included new member ribbon cuttings, monthly Chamber mixers, community festivals, training seminars, and business fairs. Prepared the plans, design layout, resource requirements, site plans, and vendor locations for events with up to 100 vendors and 5,000 participants. Worked with city officials to secure required event permits for safety plans and vendor/food permits. Reviewed event and vendor proposals; recruited vendors, donations, and entertainment for events. Show less

  • Town of Queen Creek
    • United States
    • Government Administration
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Town Planner
      • Oct 2006 - May 2008

      Reviewed applications and plans for new commercial and residential developments and construction as well as applications/proposals from neighboring jurisdiction for compliance with planning and zoning regulations. Served as primary point of contact for customers with general planning and zoning inquiries. Represented the planning department in meetings with applicants, property owners, developers, town staff, elected and appointed officials, and civil groups. Coordinated general planning updates with consultants; prepared official documents for review by general plan technical advisory committee. Presented to and educated the public on general planning updates and processes. Show less

  • Saint Johns County
    • Saint Augustine, FL
    • Assistant Zoning Manager
      • Mar 2004 - Jun 2006

      Held responsibility for providing comprehensive planning and zoning information and reviewing commercial plans from developers and the general public for the 9th fastest-growing county in the United States. Reviewed plans, prepared special use permits and variance requests to ensure compliance with land development codes, details, and requirements. Served as primary point of contact for and managed the workload of a technical staff of 4 in fielding an average of 2,000 phone calls and 800 walk-in customers per month. Show less

  • K & L Field Marketing
    • Greater Atlanta Area
    • Field Supervisor
      • Jan 2000 - Feb 2003

      Led the recruiting and training of a team of merchandisers in the execution of marketing programs for a diverse group of clients and products. Trained and developed field representative skills in the areas of store audits, product knowledge and demonstrations, special events marketing, point-of-purchase merchandising, customer engagement, and mystery shopping programs. Built, trained, and managed a team of 20+ reliable, talented, and successful merchandisers. Cultivated positive relationships with key clients that included Iams Pet Food Company, Nestle, American Express, and Ricoh. Balanced multiple, simultaneous merchandising projects requiring frequent travel to client locations to manage customer relationships and monitor field staff performance. Show less

  • The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
    • United States
    • Consumer Goods
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Territory Manager
      • Mar 1996 - Jan 2000

      Territory manager for the sale and merchandising of Scotts, Miracle-Gro, Hyponex, Ortho, Roundup, and Earth Grow brands within the Tennessee and North Carolina region. Trained merchandisers in product knowledge, consumer education, physical product marketing, and plan-o-gram resets. Mastered relationship building skills to propel the region with the lowest growth market in the mid-south district to ranking as the region with the highest sales percentage increase in a 2-year period. Ranked as the top territory manager with a 40% increase in district sales. Managed new product introduction, business reviews, product promotions, and optimizing store display and product placement. Accountable for team productivity, territory growth, cost control, and client management as well as inventory control, product damages, merchandise credits, and store-to-store product transfers. Show less

Education

  • East Tennessee State University
    Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Geography (Urban Planning)

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