Experience

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  R Legacy Realty Llc

  • Managing Real Estate Broker

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  R' Legacy Realty LLC

  • Chicago, Illinois, United States

  • Managing Real Estate Broker

    • Aug 2020 - Present
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Residential & commercial real estate brokerage

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  CENTURY 21 Affiliated

  • Hyde Park Office

  • Licensed Real Estate Broker

    • Nov 2014 - Present
    • Hyde Park Office

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  Chicago State University

  • Greater Chicago Area

  • Adjunct Business Professor

    • Jul 2013 - Present
    • Greater Chicago Area

    • Facilitate effective learning of the course competencies in the area of business • Design and deliver class instruction through the development of lesson plans and activities • Relate professional life and industry experience to learning by the introduction of industry perspective and trends into courses• Review and assess business proposals by students with established or start -up businesses • Manage the learning environment through accurate keeping, submitting grades and other reports on time and enforcing University policies

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  House of Prima Donnas (HPD)

  • Chicago, IL - Roseland Community

  • Founder/ Director

    • Nov 2010 - Present
    • Chicago, IL - Roseland Community

    House of Prima Donnas (HPD) is a non-profit organization that equips young ladies facing homelessness with the resources and support to reach their full potential in life• Oversee the operations and finances for a nonprofit housing provider for homeless youth• Write and implement business plans, program curriculums and grant proposals • Coordinate networking events to increase program awareness throughout communities• Build community partnerships to increase the organization’s capacity to serve others• Facilitate and teach classes for clients, volunteers and company stakeholders on various topics • Complete quarterly and annual reports as required by the board of directors and government • Conduct SWOT analyses to identify and strategically plan for areas of improvement • Manage the organizational structure and design of the company to ensure effective use of its monetary and human resources

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  DePaul University

  • Professional Assistant (PA) - Independent Contractor

    • Oct 2013 - Present

    Provide mentorship to assigned students in the Master of Arts Program in Applied Professional Studies (MAAPS) to reach their professional goals.

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  Panacea Realty

  • 5113 S Harper, 2C Chicago, IL 60615

  • Designated Managing Broker

    • Dec 2017 - Aug 2020
    • 5113 S Harper, 2C Chicago, IL 60615

    Over 15 years of experience in real estate as an investor, property manager, and licensed managing broker in residential and commerial sales and acquistions .

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  Rogers Housing

  • Managing Owner

    • Sep 2004 - Nov 2014

    • Manage and oversee the operations and finances for apartment buildings and houses • Draft and maintain tenant leases and paperwork• Completed paperwork and attended court hearings to obtain orders and judgments for possession• Arrange all repairs with contractors and complete work orders• Market and recruit for available apartments to lease including Section 8 voucher holders• Collect rent from tenants and process rental receipts• Provide customer service and build relationships with potential contractors, tenants, business partners and leasing agencies

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  Cook County Clerk- Board of Elections

  • Equipment Manager Trainer - Seasonal

    • Dec 2009 - Dec 2013

    • Taught potential equipment managers (EQ) how to set-up and operate election equipment • Followed a required instructor manual and curriculum in presenting to each class • Provided technical assistance to EQs for malfunctioned equipment during elections • Tracked students’ progress and equipment incident reports on election day• Screened and tested students with written and hands-on exams to ensure they understand policies and procedures

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  UCAN (Chicago)

  • Community Outreach Coordinator

    • Apr 2010 - Aug 2012

    • Implement and recruit for anti-violence community youth programs funded by a community grant from the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) and the Illinois Department and Justice• Build relationships and partnerships with community stakeholders to increase unity amongst the Altgeld and Riverdale Community (ARC) partnership.• Host monthly ARC partnership meetings to strategize on solving community issues and concerns• Publish quarterly community newsletters to keep stakeholders informed about community initiatives, programs and events • Managed residential part-workers to help market and recruit for community participation in event.• Assisted in writing grant proposals and applications for community anti-violence programs• Coordinate all community events such as resources fairs, community screenings, expos, etc.• Complete all monthly and quarterly reports for Chicago Housing Authority regarding the awarded grant

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  City of Chicago

  • Recruiting Analyst

    • Dec 2006 - Aug 2008

    • Facilitated the hiring process for top management and entry level positions• Developed relationships with the Hiring Department to identify their staffing needs• Served as liaison with departments to coordinate and monitor hiring procedures• Advised the Hiring Manager on confirming the screening and hiring criteria • Evaluated the education and experience of job applicants to determine their eligibility for employment with the city • Assembled and reviewed hiring packets and paperwork to ensure compliance and accuracy • Maintained and updated all hiring decisions and actions on various tracking systems• Reviewed employment tests for relevancy to open positions • Created and posted job announcements on City’s intranet and internet

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  US Department of Labor

  • Equal Opportunity Specialist - Team Leader

    • Jul 2003 - Nov 2006

    • Conducted statistical analysis on Affirmative Action Programs from government contractors to ensure compliance with Equal Opportunity Employment laws• Interviewed federal contractors to obtain relevant information for investigations • Evaluated government contractors’ personnel transactions and results to determine whether good faith efforts are implemented• Provided technical assistance to contractors in developing acceptable Affirmative Action Programs• Mentored and monitored performance growth of student employees• Developed training programs and presentations to improve business results• Processed complaints against federal contractors • Scheduled and conducted job interviews for student employment• Earned Outstanding Performance Appraisal 2005-2006

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  Goodwill Industries International

  • Employment Verification Specilaist

    • Sep 2001 - Jul 2003

    • Trained new employees on various job duties• Assisted clients in preparation for employment (resume building, attire and transportation)• Field liaison with employers to verify job placements and status• Recruited new customers for employment from various sources (colleges, job fairs, shelters, etc.)• Planned and organized events (job fairs, employment training graduations, etc.)• Conducted orientation for new clients to explain guidelines of employment training program and assist in completing paperwork• Interviewed students with diverse backgrounds to determine eligibility for employment training program and services

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  • unemployed

    • 1900 - 2000