Experience

DeSantis Landscapes

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Design and Sales Consultant

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  -All things residential landscaping, I primarily work with homeowners to develop comprehensive and visually captivating landscapes starting with designs using CAD software, transforming the owners vision into actionable plans. Ultimately turning those plans into innovative, functional and aesthetically pleasing landscapes that align with the clients goals and budget. -Cultivate client relationships and secure design contracts for residential design build projects. -Craft comprehensive project proposals that detail scopes of work, budgets and timelines. Collaborate with sales and construction team to ensure proposals are competitive, align with project work and fits the clients budget. -Oversees all phases of landscape construction projects from planning to final implementation. Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors and internal teams to ensure a timely and efficient project execution. Monitor project budgets, schedules and quality standards to meet or exceed client expectations through site visits and proper management of project documentation. -Maintain open and effective communication with clients throughout the project. Address client concerns promptly and professionally, always striving for exceptional customer service. Ensure the final landscape design and construction align with the clients original vision. Show less



Kauffman Design

• Portland, Oregon, United States

• Owner

  • May 2020 - Dec 2022



International Bonsai Mirai

• Portland, Oregon, United States

• Operations Generalist

  • Jan 2019 - Apr 2022



Valve & Pump Specialties, Inc.

• Inside Sales Manager

  • Jan 2011 - May 2018

  - Assist customers in choosing appropriate solutions for applications in power production, mining, pulp and paper, food production, US Navy shipbuilding, chemical handling, and public utilities just to name a few. - Review project specs to provide competitive valve offerings that meet specific engineering requirements and stringent project time frames. -Target improvements in customer relations. Manage inside sales staff, office, warehouse and shipping operations. Manage International accounts; inventory control and exporting. Show less