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Andrea JamieFrancina Bixler

Briarcliff,NY

Summary


Experienced with planning and executing variety of events, from large scale international brand launches to small intimate concerts. Utilizes strong organizational skills to manage multiple aspects of event coordination, including vendor relations and budget oversight. Track record of providing excellent client service and ensuring events run smoothly.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Realtor

House Broker Realty LLC
02.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated various aspects of real estate transactions such as inspections, appraisals, and financing arrangements, minimizing delays and challenges for clients.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients through excellent communication, personalized service, and dedication to their needs.
  • Developed strong knowledge of local market conditions, allowing for accurate pricing strategies and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with diligent follow-up after closing, ensuring a positive experience overall.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally throughout the entire transaction process.
  • Streamlined contract negotiations by meticulously reviewing documents and communicating clearly with all involved parties.
  • Leveraged social media platforms and online marketing strategies to increase property visibility and attract potential buyers.

Development Director/Special Events Coordinator

Shine Music Foundation
07.2017 - 06.2023
  • Cultivated relationships with community, business and local civic leaders in order to draw attention to Shine Music Foundation and bring in new donors and volunteers.
  • Researched possible grants and created proposals to submit along with grant applications.
  • Created fundraising materials and merchandise utilized on social media and websites and sent out in mass mailings for concerts and events.
  • Maintained organization's social media accounts and wrote content websites, adding new on a consistent basis.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing and potential donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
  • Planning events and managing all aspects of events, from initial concept to execution, ensuring a smooth and successful experience for Shine students, and attendees.

Public Relations Executive

DKC Public Relations
06.2000 - 04.2004
  • Communicated with media weekly to build relationships and optimize press coverage.
  • Used EXCEL to input data entries of press contacts.
  • Coordinated events to raise awareness of brand, book and movie launches, from initial budgeting to venue selection.
  • Developed brand media relations strategies that bolstered community awareness and knowledge through events and press.
  • Worked with international brands Victoria's Secret and Sesame Street managing their public image and reputation.
  • Built relationships with stakeholders, and created content to shape public perception and awareness of the brands.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Great Basin College
Elko, NV
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Public Relations

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-2000

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Conversational Spanish

Accomplishments

I have written, published, and self marketed a successful Children's book, "Please Little Seed Grow With Me".


Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Realtor

House Broker Realty LLC
02.2020 - Current

Development Director/Special Events Coordinator

Shine Music Foundation
07.2017 - 06.2023

Public Relations Executive

DKC Public Relations
06.2000 - 04.2004

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Great Basin College

Bachelor of Science - Public Relations

Pennsylvania State University
Andrea JamieFrancina Bixler