Experience

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  Natalia Chinea Designs, Inc.

  • Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

  • Interior Designer

    • Jan 2017 - Present
    • Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

    Develop & implement marketing strategies to acquire new clients Build & maintain strong, lasting relationships with clients, developers, and property managers.Create compelling proposals, negotiate & secure contracts, manage project budgets & timelines.Delegate tasks, oversee design team, mentor & train staff, maintain positive work environment.Monitor cash flow, create & manage budgets, track expenses, ensure profitability.Analyze market trends, identify new opportunities, expand service offerings.Conduct initial consultations, understand client needs, develop & present initial design concepts.Optimize floor plans, traffic flow, maximize functionality for diverse resident needs.Select finishes, furniture, fixtures, & accessories aligned with client vision & budget.Produce detailed construction drawings, material specifications, & furniture layouts.Source & negotiate with furniture, equipment, & material vendors,manage procurement process.Collaborate with architects, contractors, & engineers to ensure design intent is executed.Conduct site visits, monitor progress, address issues, ensure quality compliance.Stay informed on industry trends, materials, & sustainable practices.Build relationships with local businesses & stakeholders, contribute to the community.

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  CORT

  • Miami, Florida

  • District Designer

    • Dec 2013 - Jan 2017
    • Miami, Florida

    Prepare Material/Finish Boards design and/or digital boards to illustrate design concepts;Provide design consultations/space planning/ floor plans; Manage a small warehouse support team while installing furniture and accessories for residential and commercial projects;Participate in client meetings and conduct presentations;Negotiate rental and service pricing with clients;Target vertical markets involving designers and architects for the purpose of increasing lease averages;Staging Consultations:Full Staging - Partial Staging - Re-design StagingSuggest Home Improvements for High Return on InvestmentDe-clutter and De-personalizing SpacesPaint Color Suggestions

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  NEWH, The Hospitality Network

  • South Florida Chapter

  • Scholarship Director

    • Jan 2014 - Dec 2015
    • South Florida Chapter

    Discuss with board member, students & colleges the best time to release scholarships.Determine a deadline date for scholarship applications.Form a scholarship committee to help in reviewing the school list and reviewing applications as they come in.Responsible for reviewing and updating the school list sent by NEWH headquarters.Inform the applicants! Send letters to all winners, non-winners letting them know their status.Complete mandatory Scholarship Recipient Report Form, submit to NEWH Inc. at least 2 weeks prior to the Awards event.Call schools to verify information and complete the check request form and submit to your chapter Treasurer. Follow-up with schools to ensure receipt of check Work in conjunction with the Programming Director in planning the scholar event and presentation of awards. Make sure scholarship recipients become student members.Have a mentor shadow with students at events, introduce them to members.Connect with educators to join NEWHEncourage students and educators to participate in Facebook: NEWH Scholarships for Hospitality, NEWH Sustainable Design Competition, NEWH, Inc. and local chapter page.Share scholarship event, student stories thru the NEWH Magazine, chapter webpage and Facebook pages.Remind students that NEWH membership is a great way to network for that first job and they can use NEWH’s Career Network as their first step.

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  FENDI Casa Miami

  • Miami Florida

  • Assistant Showroom Visual Merchandiser (Internship)

    • Oct 2013 - Dec 2013
    • Miami Florida

    Assisted the Visual Manager in designing new and dynamic displays using color, space planning and accessories, complying with standards and regulations set forth by corporate office in Italy while also complying with local code regulations;Demonstrated ability to practice residential interior design by creating proposed space planning solutions for luxury model condominium consignment projects and hosted events such as the U.S. Open;Demonstrated ability to manage a small warehouse support team;

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  Title Policy Express, Inc.

  • Miami, Florida

  • Policy Expeditor

    • May 2011 - Sep 2013
    • Miami, Florida

    Issue/assign policy jackets;Request post closing updates;Prepare title policy utilizing various software platforms i.e. Doubletime, Displaysoft, RamQuest;Audit file to esnure that all title commitment requirements were met;Log files in order to bill clients on a weekly basis;

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  Artefecto

  • Coral Gables, Florida

  • Furniture Sales/Design Consultant (Internship)

    • Feb 2011 - May 2011
    • Coral Gables, Florida

    Space planning and design consultation for residential projects;Company marketing and promotion via social media and networking at private upscale events;Upkeep showroom inventory and new furniture collections;

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  Gregory B. Taylor, P.A.

  • Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

  • Vendor Relations Mgr.

    • Feb 2009 - Feb 2011
    • Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

    Maintained direct working relationships with existing vendor base to support current and future needs;Monitored and analyzed trend reports, backlog reports, performance reports;Obtained savings through improved vendor management and negotiation of new contracts;Assisted in development and customization of web based, paperless file tracking and management system;Created training manual and conducted training of all employees and new hires on software, office procedures and operations.

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  Julio Marrero & Associates

  • Coral Gables, Florida

  • Title Closing Associate

    • Jan 2007 - Feb 2008
    • Coral Gables, Florida

    Coordinated all closing action.Reviewed contracts, examined the completeness of real estate accounts;Coordinated closings with buyers, sellers, realtors and lenders;Conduct closings, explained closing costs, loan documents and conveyance documents to buyers and sellers;Determined and verified correct amounts due on existing mortgages, taxes and other liens;Prepared legal documents related to the transaction;Witnessed and notarized documents and they make sure all forms are legal;

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  Gerardo A. Vazquez, P.A.

  • Miami, Florida

  • Title Processor

    • Oct 2003 - Dec 2006
    • Miami, Florida

    Searched real estate records, examined titles, and summarized pertinent legal or insurance details for a variety of purposes. Addressed and resolved any issues/requirements on the title commitment in order to effectively clear title;Preapared preliminary HUD Settlement Statements;Maintained verbal and written communication with all parties;Processed and quality checked all documents from lenders and attorneys for accuracy; Prepared title company closing documents in timely and professional manner;Ensured complete and accurate packages were submitted to lenders for clear to close;Responded to inquires from borrowers, lenders and attorneys to resolve discrepancies;Prior to closing, called and confirmed with lenders how the packages were being sent. On purchase closings call at least 48 hours prior to closing date;Built strong partnerships with local lenders, realtors, attorneys;Prepare file for closing and forward to closing department;Role Specific Knowledge: Understanding of escrow standards and basic understanding of title clearance. Knowledgeable in real estate regulations and guidelines, document preparation, and RESPA rules. Understanding of payoff per diems & tax prorations, interest etc. Understanding of lenders documents and recordings. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong communication skills, to professionally communicate with both internal and external parties.