Brent Pilkington
Berne,NC
Summary
Ten years' experience in Production Management and Warehouse Logistics as well as a skilled product specialist with expertise using manufacturing equipment and tools. Excellent organizational skills and quick to identify and resolve production issues.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manufacturer
Tsuga
699 George Wilson Rd, Boone, NC 28607
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Verified that all general manufacturing processes met high quality standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in manufacturing processes and procedures.
- Managed production of high-quality general merchandise in timely and cost-efficient manner.
- Implemented safety protocols for manufacturing processes.
Owner and Broker In Charge
Pilkington Properties LLC
01.2014 - 01.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Prepare documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements and leases
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Accompany buyers during visits to and inspections of property, advising them on suitability and value of homes they are visiting based on current market conditions
- Advise sellers on how to make homes more appealing to potential buyers increasing average selling prices
- Compared properties with similar properties that had recently sold to determine competitive market prices
Logistics I Fleet Specialist
Samaritan's Purse International
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Manage global fleet of vehicles for country offices
- Oversee and implement Inventory control and reconciliation process for Programs and Government Relations in 12 country offices around world
- Manage needed shipments of Relief Supplies from Dubai, UAE or Charlotte, NC during disasters to destinations in affected area of Africa, East Asia and South America
- Develop and strengthen relationships with freight forwarders to negotiate best rates for Air Freight, Ocean Freight, and Ground Trucking
- Interface with Country and Regional directors to advise and manage logistical needs of their current projects.
- Inspected cargo for efficient and safe handling and transport between planes and cargo areas.
Real Estate Broker and Investment
Boone Realty
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Specializing in Buyers Agency Brokerage with a proven track record
- Solid ability to focus Real Estate investment groups or individuals into specific properties with high premium returns and meet specific needs of Investor
- Commercial Real Estate professional with trusted relationships.
Investor Relations/Marketing Representative
Hayden Harper Financial, Hayden Harper Financial Inc
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Promoted brand awareness throughout Northwestern North Carolina
- Implemented corporate advertising and marketing strategies geared toward accredited investors and high net worth clients
- Utilized excellent client relations skills in face-to-face meetings to present high return and low risk private offerings to potential and existing clients of accredited high value
- Worked with high value liquid investors when time sensitive offerings became available to minimize risk and maximize return on the investment
- Held quarterly performance reviews with existing clients to address portfolio needs and educate investors on risk and create personalized strategies for growth in new investment areas
- Presented ground floor opportunities to new and existing high value clients.
Education
B.S. PSYCHOLOGY -
APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY
BOONE, NORTH CAROLINA05.1993
Skills
- Superior one on one relationship skills with focus on developing client trust
- Eight years experience in Project and Personnel Management
- Strong ability to trouble-shoot, process, and resolve multiple problems
- Experience addressing concerns and/or needs in sensitive, efficient and timely manner
- Highly effective when working alone or as cooperative team member
- Exceptional ability to envision projects and take necessary action to drive projects to completion
- Six years' experience in large scale international logistics and procurement both large and small scale
- Machinery operation
- Production deadline management
Affiliations
Proficient in Microsoft Office, MLS Database Member High Country Association of Realtors
Additional Information
- Licenses and Skills , Real Estate License: State of North Carolina, 2006 -Current
Timeline
General Manufacturer
Tsuga
06.2022 - 06.2023
Owner and Broker In Charge
Pilkington Properties LLC
01.2014 - 01.2021
Logistics I Fleet Specialist
Samaritan's Purse International
01.2008 - 01.2014
Real Estate Broker and Investment
Boone Realty
01.2006 - 01.2009
Investor Relations/Marketing Representative
Hayden Harper Financial, Hayden Harper Financial Inc
01.2006 - 01.2009
B.S. PSYCHOLOGY -
APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY