Dawn Wands
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
Top 1% Douglas Elliman agent with a proven track record from the high-achieving Wands Team, achieving over $300 million in sales in 2024. Specializing in luxury real estate and new development sales, including pre-construction planning, and leveraging exceptional negotiation and communication skills to drive consistent results. Recognized with the Douglas Elliman Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022 for outstanding performance. As a Sales Director, I have contributed to business growth through impactful marketing strategies and exceptional customer service. Consistently looking to improve and promote our projects while working with my team members and the brokerage community to drive traffic and results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Sales
Douglas Elliman/Horizon Group 9900 West
Bay Harbor Islands, FL
12.2023 - Current
- I leveraged my personal buyer network and strategic partnerships with other Realtors to generate traffic, to increase sales.
- Created detailed reports on sales performance metrics and trends. Responsible for the analysis of all weekly and monthly sales reports, as well as daily and weekly call reports.
- Enhanced sales volume through aggressive follow-up to both new and inactive leads.
- Met with the sales and design departments to determine project road maps, create unique opportunities to drive profitability, and champion the brand. Worked with the developer and building staff to help create more refined floor plans and finishes.
- Provided regular training sessions for staff on sales techniques, new development knowledge, and customer service standards.
- Created the idea and helped set up a new development training for real estate agents to sell new development projects across Douglas Elliman in both NY and Florida, and is currently working with Douglas Elliman Direct Marketing for the Ft. Lauderdale and Miami area for a new series for 2025.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and innovation within the sales team. Providing support and encouragement is key to positive success.
- Collaborated closely with other sales directors and new development teams to generate traffic on cross-functional projects.
Associate Real Estate Broker
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
01.2000 - Current
- Member of Douglas Elliman's top-ranked Florida team, the Wands Team, ranked 15th nationwide and is responsible for millions in sales in several high-profile new development projects.
- Highly experienced brokerage specialist with extensive experience in new construction and leasing.
- Liaised with hundreds of property owners and prospective buyers to facilitate sales and purchases.
- Advised clients on optimum buying and selling choices for maximum returns.
- Arranged for inspections and surveys of sold properties.
- Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.
- Developed innovative marketing strategies to promote real estate listings and generate new business opportunities.
- Utilized online marketing platforms to promote real estate services and generate leads.
- Provided guidance and helped clients navigate transactions, complete paperwork, and finalize sales or purchases.
- Cultivated strong relationships with agents, lenders, and title companies.
- Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker in Florida and New York.
- Managed sales operations for new development projects in South Florida.
- Led sales initiatives for new Miami developments, utilizing CRM tools and construction planning expertise.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY05-1989
Skills
- Top-producing broker with over 25 years of experience
- High-level proficiency in Spark CRM, South Florida MLS, NY MLS, and Procor construction management software solutions
- Luxury Real Estate Specialist
- Experience with Developers
- Special Expertise with First-Time Buyers
- Certified Relocation Specialist
- Buyer's Representative
- Stellar Communication Skills/Expertise in Negotiation
- Residential real estate Condominium & Cooperative sales
- Lease agreement expertise
- New construction sales
- Vacation home sales
- Social media marketing
Accomplishments
- Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker in Florida and New York
- Douglas Elliman Pinnacle Award winner, recognizing team's GCI over $1 million
- Top 3% of Douglas Elliman agents nationwide
- Douglas Elliman Lifetime Achievement Award
- Best of Zillow Award, NY, 2019-2022
- Real Trends Top 1.5% Med Team nationwide, #5 Med Team in Miami-Dade, #26 Med Team in the State of Florida, Top 1.5% of Agents Nationwide
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Sales
Douglas Elliman/Horizon Group 9900 West
12.2023 - Current
Associate Real Estate Broker
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
01.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy College
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