Experience

BDH

• United States
• Architecture and Planning
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Design Studio Manager

  • Nov 2021 - Present

  - Responsible for managing all design studio operations including staffing, scheduling and education on products and materials.- Manages industry relationships and continually stays up to date on new products, materials, and sustainability.- Contributes on projects by supporting designers and project teams on material selections and design development. - Delivered on the successful creation and planning of office and client events including in-person and virtual. - Lead the Internship and Mentorship programs including management of student interns - Assist in the development, communication and deployment of the BDH Culture Club to maximize company morale.

• Studio Coordinator

  • Sep 2019 - Nov 2021



Doran Companies

• United States
• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Leasing Manager

  • Aug 2018 - Sep 2019

  - Managed leasing operations, all sales and leasing transactions, lease renewals and lease signing to consistently meet sales goals. - Increased resident engagement by conceptualizing, organizing and executing events.- Successfully managed and prioritized multi channel communication points, including phone, email and in person meetings in a high traffic busy environment-Made recommendations on rate changes, leasing specials, and additional marketing efforts as necessary.

• Designer I-Interiors

  • Apr 2017 - Sep 2018

  July 2017-September 2018 - Planned, designed and staged multiple unique living spaces in model apartments and on property guest suites. - Researched and sourced furniture, fixtures & equipment for interior/exterior commercial and residential public spaces. - Established trade discounts with suppliers, negotiated pricing and managed all projects under budget and on time.- Collaborated and coordinated with department stakeholders and presented vision boards to internal clients including the Chief Manager and Founder. - Basic technical knowledge of interior design software.

• Director of Leasing

  • Sep 2012 - Jul 2017

  - Managed leasing operations, all sales and leasing transactions, marketing initiatives, lease renewals and lease signings at six new construction properties. - Exceeded sales and occupancy goals for five successive years.- Maximized inventory and profitability by implementing proactive yield management strategies. - Interviewed, trained and coached leasing staff to provide positive communication and impactful frontline service issue resolution.



Edina Realty

• United States
• Real Estate
• 700 & Above Employee

• Realtor

  • Apr 2004 - Nov 2012

  - Prepared market analysis statistics, bid presentation for buyers and sellers, researched listings, set up title searches and home inspections.- Built a referral network and promoted sales through advertising; to promote seller's home, hosted open house events, and participated in the multiple listing services.- Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys, and all personnel involved in real estate transactions.- Negotiated contracts with agents representing buyers and sellers.-Facilitated the process on behalf of the clients and insured that all parts of the contracts were met prior to closing.



Timbuktu Design Station Inc

• United States
• Real Estate

• Freelance Photographer and Graphic Designer

  • Jan 2001 - Jan 2002

  -Responsible for photographing the seasons clothing line for the internet and the Timbuktu Clothing Catalogue. -Digitally perfected the photographs before publishing.-Worked with the Creative Director on turning an idea into a visual marketing product.-Created and designed print items for the stores including posters and promotional items. -Responsible for photographing the seasons clothing line for the internet and the Timbuktu Clothing Catalogue. -Digitally perfected the photographs before publishing.-Worked with the Creative Director on turning an idea into a visual marketing product.-Created and designed print items for the stores including posters and promotional items.