Ceara Dawson Stalnaker
Rome,Georgia
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager
Northwest Georgia Housing Authority
Rome, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Manage the largest property of Northwest Georgia Housing Authority; specializing in PBV, TC, and market rent.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Leveraged leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls.
Real Estate Sales Manager/ Real Estate Consultant
AlderGrove Properties
Atlanta, Georgia
10.2019 - 10.2023
- Coordinated and managed sales staff to ensure efficient operations.
- Reviewed contracts and other documents related to real estate transactions.
- Performed market analysis to evaluate the potential for new developments.
Superior Court Judge Campaign Manager
Floyd County
Rome, GA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations when designing marketing material for running the campaign.
- Monitored media coverage related to the campaign, including television, radio, print and online outlets.
- Directed volunteer teams and made proactive changes to maximize effectiveness.
Marketing Director
St. Simons Smiles Dentistry
St. Simons Island, GA
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Increased revenue 300% with sales quarters in excess of $1M
- Managed relationships with advertising agencies and vendors.
- Created customer-focused messaging that resonates with target audiences.
Real Estate Developer and Sales
Deloach/ Sotheby's
St. Simons Island, Georgia
04.1998 - 06.2016
Marketing Director
BrightStar
St. Simons Island, GA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive marketing strategy to increase brand awareness.
- Executed updated marketing plans to increase branding exposure, customer traffic and sales.
- Planned and produced highly effective experiential marketing events.
Administrative Marketing Director
Benton House Senior Living
Brunswick, GA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Maintained accurate department and customer records.
- Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to prepare for payroll processing.
Franchise Owner
Arby's
Camden, SC
01.1996 - 01.2006
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
Served on the Floyd County Planning Commission
01.1993 - 01.1995
Real Estate Sales Manager/ Real Estate Consultant
Charles Williams Real Estate
Rome, Georgia
Regional Manager
NGF Distributors
Education
Real Estate Degree- GRI -
01.1998
Marketing & Advertising- BA -
American University
01.1993
Darlington School
01.1988
Skills
- Project Management
- Public Relations
- Public Speaking
- Marketing
- Sales
- Business Owner
- Territory Management
- New Business Development
- Brand Development
- Cross-Channel Marketing
- Strategic Planning
Community Service
- Junior Service League - Rome Ga.
- Member of the Chamber of Commerce - Brunswick Ga. and Rome Ga.
- Chairman, Safe Harbor Antique Show- Brunswick Ga. (2 yrs.)
- Chairman, Cancer Society Ball- St. Simons Island Ga.
- Chairman, Heart of the Community Ball- St. Simons Island Ga.
- Chairman, Scottish Rite Tea- Rome Ga.
- Co-Chair, Davis Love Ill Golf Foundation- St. Simons Island Ga. (5 yrs.)
- Co-Chair, Adam Wainwright Winter Auction- St. Simons Island Ga. (3 yrs.)
- Co-Chair/ Past Debutante- Debutante Ball /Rome Symphony- Rome Ga.
- Chairman, Boys and Girls Club annual GolfTournament-St. Simons Island Ga.
- Co-Chair, Special Olympics- Brunswick Ga.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Property Manager
Northwest Georgia Housing Authority
08.2023 - Current
Real Estate Sales Manager/ Real Estate Consultant
AlderGrove Properties
10.2019 - 10.2023
Superior Court Judge Campaign Manager
Floyd County
01.2017 - 01.2018
Marketing Director
St. Simons Smiles Dentistry
01.2016 - 01.2017
Marketing Director
BrightStar
01.2014 - 01.2016
Administrative Marketing Director
Benton House Senior Living
01.2012 - 01.2014
Real Estate Developer and Sales
Deloach/ Sotheby's
04.1998 - 06.2016
Franchise Owner
Arby's
01.1996 - 01.2006
Served on the Floyd County Planning Commission
01.1993 - 01.1995
Real Estate Sales Manager/ Real Estate Consultant
Charles Williams Real Estate
Regional Manager
NGF Distributors
Real Estate Degree- GRI -
Marketing & Advertising- BA -
American University
Darlington School