James Sanchez
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
I hope all is well with you. My name is James Sanchez; I have worked in customer service for almost 20 years, from managing the Wheel Fun Rentals here in Santa Barbara to driving and being a fleet manager for the Santa Barbara Trolley Company. I have worked in real estate for the last six years, working for Village Properties. I also own Helena Mason Art Gallery with my Wife, which started two years ago. When I read your Job description, I thought it would be a good fit. I was born and raised in Santa Barbara, and being such a small town, I understand the importance of creating good relationships in the community. I am organized and comfortable managing relationships and understanding what is essential to each client to give a great customer experience.
Most importantly, I am a team player. With fluctuating market trends, I seek something more consistent to which I can apply my skill set.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder of Helena Mason Art Gallery
Helena Mason Art Gallery
05.2022 - Current
- Helena Mason Art Gallery opened on May 6, 2022. My wife and I had a vision to create a community space for local artists to showcase their art and an event space in the heart of the Funk Zone.
- In the two years since we opened, we have developed strong partnerships with Artists locally and globally while building relationships with other local businesses. These relationships have developed into collaboration and co-marketing Funk Zone businesses to our community and tourist.
- I take pride in delivering exceptional customer service, which has translated into meaningful relationships and return business.
Real Estate Agent
Village Properties
04.2019 - Current
- Real Estate Agent for Village Properties for the last six years. Successfully closed properties in Santa Barbara and Ventura County.
- Experience in selling multiple areas of real estate, including single-family homes, Multi-Family homes, Commercial properties, and Vacant land.
- Stay current on real estate market prices and trends from Ventura to Santa Maria.
- Self-sufficient and self-motivated to establish relationships that transpire into real estate transactions.
- Communication is vital to relationship growth, and I have made it one of my top priorities to respond promptly and to understand the best way to communicate with my clients.
- Assisted first-time homebuyers in navigating the complex real estate process, guiding them from pre-approval to the end goal of closing on a property.
Trolley Driver and Manager
Santa Barbara Trolley
02.2009 - 03.2018
- I have worked for Santa Barbara Trolley/ Wheel Fun Bike Rentals for ten years.
- During this time, I managed to bike the satellite bike rental at The Hilton and the Hyatt of Santa Barbara. Wheel Driving Trolleys for Santa Barbara Trolley.
- I established good relationships with hotel staff and GMs to ensure the guests' needs met their standards.
- Managed hotel guest requests for booking and everyday rentals.
- Keep an accounting of daily, weekly, and monthly income for Wheel Fun Rentals and Hotel.
- Santa Barbara Trolley (Commercial Driver Manager)
- Commercial driver - Historical tours & charters for a multitude of events.
- I managed up to 15 drivers for daily tours and charters.
- Effectively ran day-to-day operations.
- Training new drivers to get their CDL
- scheduling drivers for daily and monthly tours and charters
- effectively communicating to drivers about new laws and implementing safety strategies
- Scheduling maintenance with mechanics and adhering to laws and safety protocols.
- Communicating with city planners, the visitors center, and the cruise ship to ensure that tour needs are met.
Education
Associate of Applied Business - Business
Ventura College
Ventura, CA06.2013
Skills
Team Leadership
Strategic Thinking
Marketing
Entrepreneurial and Innovative
Team Engagement
Goal Setting
Market Knowledge
Relationship and Team Building
Client Engagement
Client Relationship Building
People and Culture
Timeline
Co-Founder of Helena Mason Art Gallery
Helena Mason Art Gallery
05.2022 - Current
Real Estate Agent
Village Properties
04.2019 - Current
Trolley Driver and Manager
Santa Barbara Trolley
02.2009 - 03.2018
Associate of Applied Business - Business
Ventura College
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