Carly Patla
Chambersburg,PA
Summary
Dynamic sales consultant with a proven track record, leveraging effective persuasive communication and strategic development to drive client acquisition. Expert in enhancing customer engagement and streamlining processes, resulting in improved efficiency and loyalty. Committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering long-term relationships that contribute to business growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Acquisition/Sales Consultant in Real Estate
Self Employed Services
05.2016 - Current
- Developed tailored sales strategies to meet diverse client needs and enhance service offerings.
- Fostered long-term relationships with clients through effective communication and personalized service.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities for business growth.
- Streamlined sales processes to improve efficiency and reduce response times for client inquiries.
- Managed full sales cycle from lead generation to contract negotiation to close.
- Strengthened brand reputation by delivering superior customer experiences that fostered loyalty and repeat business.
Parent Teacher Liaison/Coordinator of Member Engagement
Chambersburg Area School District
08.2012 - 01.2018
- Planned, coordinated and executed district-wide school and community events supporting a district of 10,000 families.
- Launched and managed a district-wide clothing closet and food pantry, overseeing logistics, inventory, donations, and community partnerships.
- Partnered with school administrators to support operational goals, communications and district initiatives.
- Coordinated with community organizations to provide resources and support for families in need.
- Increased parent involvement by regularly communicating with families and organizing school events.
- Served as primary liaison between families, faculty and district leadership to improve engagement and access to resources.
- Organize volunteers, managed schedules and ensured smooth execution of programs and events.
Special Events/Marketing Coordinator
Lower Paxton Township
10.2007 - 12.2009
- Developed and executed marketing campaigns to promote community events and services.
- Coordinated social media and advertising strategies to enhance engagement and increase reach.
- Managed project timelines and workflows to ensure timely completion of marketing initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align messaging and branding efforts.
- Secured grants and sponsorship funding to support and expand community programming.
Operations/Logistics Coordinator
Nabisco
05.2000 - 05.2003
- Analyzed shipping data to identify trends, resulting in improved routing and reduced transportation costs, effectively cutting back on overtime, increasing production rates and increasing profitability.
- Developed and implemented inventory management strategies to reduce excess stock and improve turnover rates.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to optimize logistics operations and enhance supply chain efficiency.
- Analyzed shipping data to identify trends, resulting in improved routing and reduced transportation costs.
- Oversaw vendor relations to ensure compliance with service level agreements and timely delivery schedules.
- Collaborated with warehouse, transportation and sales team to increase promotion involvement, grow sales and resolve issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Marketing
King's College
PA06-2000
Skills
- Effective time management
- Customer engagement strategies
- Effective objection resolution
- Product sales expertise
- Effective persuasive communication
- Effective closing techniques
- Strategic development
- Community engagement
- Advisory sales
Timeline
Client Acquisition/Sales Consultant in Real Estate
Self Employed Services
05.2016 - Current
Parent Teacher Liaison/Coordinator of Member Engagement
Chambersburg Area School District
08.2012 - 01.2018
Special Events/Marketing Coordinator
Lower Paxton Township
10.2007 - 12.2009
Operations/Logistics Coordinator
Nabisco
05.2000 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And Marketing
King's College