Desired Job Title
Farm Operations ManagerTicor Title Insurance CompanyFirst American Title Insurance - FATCOLAFirst American Real Estate SolutionsLocation Preference
HybridLocation: Waxahachie, TXDallas, TXMidlothian, TX
Open to relocation: No
Open To Work
Carolyn Penkert
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced professional with proven track record in sales and management, public relations, small business operations and education. Developed multimillion dollar sales channel, implementing diverse marketing strategies, resulting in significant market share growth. Cultivated long term relationships through strong team building culture.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Operations Manager
Program & Project Manager
04.2008 - Current
- Directed daily farm operations: scheduling resource allocation and property management across 18 years.
- Designed and delivered experiential, sustainability-focused educational programs for children and families.
- Supervised and trained volunteers and support staff, improving team collaboration and operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements and resource planning to support program delivery and operational effectiveness.
- Coordinated volunteers, donations and community distribution programs for local nonprofit organizations including Ellis County Food Shelter and The Little Pantry.
- Oversaw multi-faceted operations for farm, educational programs and community initiatives.
- Managed end-to-end project planning and execution for educational events and camps: including logistics, volunteer coordination and participant engagement.
- Strengthened community and client relationships across nonprofit and corporate initiatives.
- Integrated operational efficiency, program growth and sales expertise to drive consistent results.
Ticor Title Insurance Company
Sales Manager
09.2004 - 03.2008
- Acquired significant market share with Remax, Century 21, Coldwell Banker and Keller Williams real estate brokerages.
- Managed banking relationships with Farmers and Merchants Bank, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and several regional mortgage companies.
- Created "Top Producer" marketing campaigns including web sight and MLS management integration.
First American Title Insurance - FATCOLA
Sales Representative
05.1999 - 08.2004
- Developed and managed high-producing portfolio of real estate brokers, lenders and escrow officers.
- Provided exceptional customer service, coordinating smooth closings with escrow officers and underwriters.
- Consistently ranked as a top-performer, exceeding annual revenue and growth targets.
- Represented the company at industry events, associations and marketing functions.
First American Real Estate Solutions
Sales Representative
03.1997 - 04.1999
- Generated over $1 million in New Business with nationwide client base
- Top Revenue Achievement Award, 1998
- Exceeded Quarterly Revenue goals over 140%.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA06.1994
Skills
- Operations management
- Project/Program management
- Account management
- Event and program logistics
- Team leadership strategy
- Staff training
- Process improvement
- Business development
- Client relationship manager
- Volunteer coordination
- Budget/Resource management
- Stakeholder engagement
Timeline
Farm Operations Manager
Program & Project Manager
04.2008 - Current
Ticor Title Insurance Company
Sales Manager
09.2004 - 03.2008
First American Title Insurance - FATCOLA
Sales Representative
05.1999 - 08.2004
First American Real Estate Solutions
Sales Representative
03.1997 - 04.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
California State University Fullerton