Debra Manziel
Houston,TX
Summary
Motivated real estate agent dedicated to giving clients first-class professional service and honest advice to enable sound financial decision-making in sales and purchases of real estate. Personable and ethical professional with comprehensive experience buying and selling properties on behalf of clients. Versed in contract negotiation, contract management and prospecting.
Seasoned Special Events Coordinator offering deep understanding of event planning, from concept to execution. Demonstrates strong ability in managing logistics, vendor relationships and coordinating diverse teams for successful events. Known for creativity and innovation in event conception, combined with a keen attention to client needs and satisfaction. Proven track record of creating memorable experiences while maintaining budgetary guidelines.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Realtor
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties
Houston, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Advised clients on market trends and local real estate conditions, helping them make informed decisions.
- Negotiated contracts between buyers and sellers to reach agreement on price and terms of sales.
- Developed marketing plans to promote properties for sale, including listing ads in newspapers and websites.
- Coordinated with appraisers, title companies, lenders, home inspectors and other third parties to ensure a successful closing process.
- Conducted open houses and showings of properties to prospective buyers.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop strategies for attracting new clients.
- Generated leads through networking activities, cold calling prospects, referrals.
- Developed relationships with vendors who could provide services related to the purchase or sale of real estate.
- Educated customers about mortgage products and loan processes relevant to their needs.
- Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
- Prepared forms needed for real estate transactions, contracts, deeds, closing statements and leases.
- Represented buyers and sellers in major real estate transactions.
Brand Manager, Christian Dior
Christian Dior / Dillards Inc.
Tyler, TX
08.2014 - 03.2022
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Outsourced Special Events at the Area Country Clubs to bring in new clients and increase sales.
- Coached, mentored, and trained team members in order to ensure a high-performing and motivated team.
- Organized special events such as conferences or training sessions for employees.
- Exceeded all seasonal and monthly goals by creating online and in-house events.
- Enhanced team morale and retention through recognition programs and career development opportunities.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
- Oversaw marketing initiatives, increasing brand awareness and sales.
Special Events & Promotions Manager
The Oil Palace Events Center
Tyler, TX
12.1995 - 12.2013
- Developed comprehensive marketing plans for upcoming concerts and events, including target audience identification, messaging, and promotional tactics.
- Manage advertising campaigns across various channels: print, radio, TV, and outdoor media.
- Organized promotional materials such as press kits, flyers, posters.
- Created and maintained relationships with media outlets to secure coverage of promotional events.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop creative ideas for promotions.
- Monitored competitors' promotions and identified potential areas of improvement.
- Provided support to external public relations agencies when needed.
- Assisted in creating product launch strategies and materials such as videos or brochures.
- Planned trade shows and other events related to the company's products and services.
- Oversaw all aspects of event planning from start to finish including logistics coordination and vendor management.
- Developed strategies to increase brand awareness among target audiences.
- Drafted content for emails, newsletters, website pages and other digital platforms.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new opportunities for promotion.
- Researched industry news stories relevant to the company's products and services.
- Managed customer feedback received through social media channels or surveys regarding promotions.
- Managed contract negotiation and purchases of collateral and promotional items in line with marketing objectives.
- Organized social media-based strategies to complement traditional methods and took advantage of influencer accounts and producing trendy, viral-ready content.
- Supervised promotion and marketing teams.
Property Manager
Harvey Freeman & Sons
DALLAS - DFW, TX
01.1986 - 09.1994
- Conducted periodic inspections of properties to ensure compliance with safety regulations and tenant requirements.
- Developed and implemented effective leasing strategies to maximize occupancy rates.
- Assessed rental applications, conducted background checks, and approved or denied prospective tenants based on established criteria.
- Negotiated leases, rental agreements, and other contractual documents related to property management activities.
- Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
- Managed all maintenance requests from tenants in a timely manner.
- Ensured that all rent payments were collected on time by following up with delinquent tenants.
- Processed evictions when necessary in accordance with state laws and procedures.
- Resolved tenant complaints quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eustace High School
Eustace, TX08-1980
Skills
- Licensed Real Estate Professional
- Negotiations expert
- Rental management
- Mortgage counseling
- Comparative market analysis
- Recruiting clients
- Property sales
- CRM software use
- Leads generation
- Leasing and sales
- Networking and prospecting
- Residential home property sales
- Events logistics management
- Vendor negotiation
- Budgeting and finance
- Vendor and contract negotiations
- Conference preparation
- Sponsorship development
- Sales contract management
- Team mentorship
- Coordinate exhibits
- Trade show management
- Managing events start to finish
- Sales and marketing strategy
- Fundraising
Certification
- Texas Real Estate License - Issued 12-2023
- Legal assistant Certification - Issued 2015
Timeline
Realtor
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties
12.2023 - Current
Brand Manager, Christian Dior
Christian Dior / Dillards Inc.
08.2014 - 03.2022
Special Events & Promotions Manager
The Oil Palace Events Center
12.1995 - 12.2013
Property Manager
Harvey Freeman & Sons
01.1986 - 09.1994
- Texas Real Estate License - Issued 12-2023
- Legal assistant Certification - Issued 2015
High School Diploma -
Eustace High School
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