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Carrie Hunt, LEED AP BD&C

Carrie Hunt, LEED AP BD&C

Healdsburg,CA

Summary

Business development professional with proven track record in driving growth and fostering strong client relationships. Known for strategic thinking, effective communication, and strong focus on team collaboration to achieve results. Skilled in market analysis, negotiation, and partnership development, with flexible approach to meet changing needs. Trusted for reliability and consistently delivering on objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Business Development

Shook & Waller Construction
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Developed strategic partnerships to enhance market presence and drive revenue growth.
  • Analyzed competitive landscape to refine business strategies and maintain industry leadership position.
  • Negotiated, prepared, and signed contracts with clients.
  • Established and maintained highly effective relationships with clients and industry partners to drive growth.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility in the industry.
  • Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support, and customer engagement strategies.

Director of Business Development

Sonoma Hill Builders
09.2020 - 10.2023
  • Negotiated high-value contracts with key clients, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  • Optimized lead generation efforts by implementing CRM tools and refining prospecting techniques.
  • Secured new partnerships by identifying and pursuing potential collaborators within various industries.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted campaigns that generated leads and increased brand awareness.

Sr. Director of Sales

BluHomes Inc.
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • Developed high-performing sales teams through targeted recruitment, training, mentoring, and coaching activities.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices in consultative selling techniques and customer service excellence.
  • Spearheaded cross-departmental collaboration efforts, streamlining communication between sales, marketing, and operations teams.
  • Optimized sales forecasting methods using advanced analytics tools, improving accuracy in revenue projections.



Director of Sales

BluHomes Inc.
06.2016 - 10.2017
  • Established ambitious sales targets, managed deployment strategies, and developed go-to-market plans to capitalize on every revenue opportunity.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.

Sales Consultant

BluHomes Inc.
03.2014 - 05.2016
  • Achieved top performance by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.

Project Coordinator, Construction Management

Hines Interest Ltd.
03.2011 - 03.2014
  • Coordinated project schedules and timelines to ensure on-time completion of deliverables.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and increased team efficiency.

Acquisitions & Development Assistant

HINES Interests Ltd.
11.2006 - 02.2011
  • Prepared RFQ & RFP documents and presentations for new real estate development opportunities.
  • Completed projects in alignment with target deadlines and financial objectives.
  • Provided support to development director with special projects and events.


Education

Professional Certificate - Sustainable Design

University of California, Berkeley
01.2009

Bachelor of Science - Economics

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
01.2006

Skills

  • Pipeline development
  • Networking
  • New business development
  • Customer engagement
  • Partnership development
  • Sales training and leadership
  • Revenue growth
  • Effective negotiator

Timeline

Director of Business Development

Shook & Waller Construction
10.2023 - 01.2025

Director of Business Development

Sonoma Hill Builders
09.2020 - 10.2023

Sr. Director of Sales

BluHomes Inc.
10.2017 - 03.2020

Director of Sales

BluHomes Inc.
06.2016 - 10.2017

Sales Consultant

BluHomes Inc.
03.2014 - 05.2016

Project Coordinator, Construction Management

Hines Interest Ltd.
03.2011 - 03.2014

Acquisitions & Development Assistant

HINES Interests Ltd.
11.2006 - 02.2011

Professional Certificate - Sustainable Design

University of California, Berkeley

Bachelor of Science - Economics

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

  • 2020-2025: Planning Commissioner for the City of Healdsburg, CA
  • 2021-Current: Treasurer and Founding Member of the Healdsburg Parks Foundation
  • 2022-2023: Housing Element Work Group Member for the City of Healdsburg
  • 2020-2024: President and Board Member for the Fitch Mountain Villas HOA, Healdsburg
  • 2018-2020: Board Member and Director of the Architectural Committee for the Fitch Mountain Villas HOA, Healdsburg
  • 2014-Present: Member of the St. Francis Yacht Club, San Francisco
  • 2010-2014: U.S. Green Building Council, Northern California Chapter, SFBB Branch, Sponsorship Committee Chair
  • 2009-2014: Member of SPUR, San Francisco Planning & Urban Research Association


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