
Realtor
Greater Chicago Area

Realtor
Greater Chicago Area
I am a genuine native Chicagoan who comes by my extensive insight of its neighborhoods and surrounding suburbs the good old-fashioned way, I've lived in most of them. Having experienced the rich array of cultures and characters that the city has to offer from Bucktown to Bronzeville, from the lakefront to Lakeview and from Wicker Park to Woodridge, I am uniquely positioned to offer a view of Chicago that you’re not likely to find anywhere else. You can’t help but appreciate by my infectious love for and comprehensive knowledge of “The Windy City”.
Whether you are a buyer, seller, investor or “just looking”, I have a vast network of resources available to help you meet your real estate goals. Specializing in first-time buyers, women buyers and investment/rehab buyers, my aim is to educate my clients as I take you step-by-step through the basics of the process from start to finish. My attention to detail and commitment to service ensures that I can and will meet any need that arises whatever the challenge.
Whatever your real estate dreams, I have the tools, experience and knowledge to make them a reality. Let me show you “my” Chicago.
I have worked extensively with first-time buyers, first-time investors, and women looking to purchase their first home or begin investing in real estate. I work in the South Loop, Bronzeville, Kenwood, Hyde Park, Washington Park, and Woodlawn neighborhoods. I am drawn to these neighborhoods because of the beautiful, historical architecture, and am committed to helping restore its renaissance and elegance.
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Real Estate industry)
November 2007 — Present (1 year 9 months)
Real Estate Agent/Consultant
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Real Estate industry)
November 2006 — October 2007 (1 year)
(Real Estate industry)
2005 — 2006 (1 year)
(Privately Held; 501-1000 employees; Sports industry)
September 2001 — March 2006 (4 years 7 months)
• Hired and managed a staff of 75 part time employees.• Continually motivated and empowered staff to perform at its peak performance regularly.• Managed and issued credentials for employees of the arena (approx. 5,000).• Created and produced informational and marketing pieces for the arena.• Managed all guests’ complaints, compliments, and claims.• Created and implemented building policies and procedures for arena.• Created and implemented United Center training classes for new employees.• Present during events to assist guests with needs.
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; WPP; Market Research industry)
November 1999 — September 2000 (11 months)
* Developed and maintained comprehensive advertising and PR strategy for RI USA, including media and direct mail.* Designed sales brochures and other sales support materials, including web site, and sales presentations.* Developed and managed marketing operating budget of $150,000, saving the company $45,000 in printing costs and trade show costs in 2000.* Managed and expanded company-wide client database.* Maintained ongoing communication with RIG sales and research staff to ensure successful marketing campaigns.* Managed the redesign/repurposing and launch of RI USA web site.* Sourced and managed all vendors and suppliers for all print, premiums, and exhibition materials.* Created and released company-wide press releases to national markets.§ Managed RI USA’s involvement in Knowledge Navigator, the international company intranet.* Managed and attended trade shows exhibitions and conferences.* Managed Executive Board Meetings and Training Events.
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Sports industry)
1994 — 1999 (5 years)
*Prepared, organized, and executed advertising contracts for the Bulls, United Center, & Great Eight.*Coordinated out-of-arena promotions.* Coordinated annual promotional item giveaway schedule.*Created Corporate Partner Handbook. *Photographed sponsor elements in the arena.* Staff Photographer for Community Services events, such as Shoot-the-Bull 3 on 3 Classic, clinics, etc.* Implemented a database system for inventory and client management for department.* Wrote Corporate Partnerships section of the annual marketing plan and Corporate Partnerships Department Budgets.
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Graphic Design industry)
June 1999 — October 1999 (5 months)
* Managed graphics projects (courtroom presentations) from order to delivery to client.* Managed entire office operations, including tracking accounts payable and accounts receivable, invoicing, payroll, maintaining office/graphics supplies.* Developed and maintained comprehensive advertising and PR strategy for Legal Graphics, including web site, promotional campaign, and direct mail.* Researched new marketing strategies to expand company growth.
(Public Company; 51-200 employees; Professional Training & Coaching industry)
March 1991 — April 1994 (3 years 2 months)
* Enrolled participants in programs and generated status reports and class rosters.* Produced and assembled classroom materials and set-up in-house classrooms.* Graduated class participants and generated comments.* Maintained Chicago office client list and corporate invoices and amounts.* Video Coordinator for class programs.* Greeted clients and handled participant requests.* Made travel arrangements for faculty.* Ordered and maintained class program materials.
(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Retail industry)
June 1985 — February 1991 (5 years 9 months)
* Managed a staff of 10 - 15 people and ran entire office/delivery operation.* Created and maintained inventory and client databases.* Ran daily and monthly programs and reports, and maintained routine back-up procedures for databases.* Interviewed, hired, and trained new employees.* Created and maintained weekly schedule.* Calculated nightly totals, light bookkeeping, and handled petty cash.
BA, Fine Arts , Photography , 1987 — 1989
Real Estate, Art, Photography, Music, Investing, Writing, Education
Member of Chicago Association of Realtors
Member of CAR's Governmental Affairs Committee
Member of CAR's Cultural Diversity Committee
Member of CAR's Property Management Committee
Member of National Association of Realtors
Member of Council of Residential Specialists