Brian Lazzara
Real Estate Broker
Mishawaka,IN
Summary
Ambitious Real Estate Broker and client advocate skilled in establishing buyer and seller partnerships to foster stress-free real estate sales transactions. Proven success in contract negotiation and housing market monitoring. Strong focus on sales marketing to increase clientele.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Real Estate Broker
RE/MAX
01.2019 - Current
- Spearheaded efforts to expand business into new territories by researching growth opportunities in emerging markets within the region.
- Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
- Advocated for client needs and obtained desired considerations for sales and purchases.
- Established and developed real estate agency, driving recruitment, and operational growth.
- Conducted competitive market analysis to determine optimal pricing for properties.
- Maintained in-depth knowledge of local market trends, neighborhood statistics, school ratings, and community amenities to effectively advise clients on property values.
- Collaborated with attorneys, title companies, mortgage lenders, home inspectors, and appraisers to facilitate successful transactions.
CEO
Afdent Dental Services
01.2000 - 09.2018
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
Sales Associate
Gallo Wine
01.1999 - 12.1999
- Streamlined processes within the store''s operations by organizing merchandise layouts for easy access.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Holy Cross College
Notre Dame, IN 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Western Michigan University Haworth College
Kalamazoo, MI 05.2001 -
Skills
Land development
Financial feasibility requirements
Office Properties
Due diligence
Sales-savvy
Timeline
Licensed Real Estate Broker
RE/MAX
01.2019 - Current
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Holy Cross College
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Western Michigan University Haworth College
05.2001 -
CEO
Afdent Dental Services
01.2000 - 09.2018
Sales Associate
Gallo Wine
01.1999 - 12.1999