DENISE DUNWOODY
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Architectural Consultant with extensive experience in fast-paced, design-driven environments. Demonstrates a strong record of managing complex architectural projects, cultivating high-value client relationships, and delivering accredited Continuing Education presentations. Brings expertise in sustainable design practices, product integration, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Recognized for exceptional communication, reliability, and the ability to adapt quickly to evolving project requirements while maintaining rigorous standards of quality and client satisfaction. Seeking to transition into a new role where these transferable competencies can support organizational growth and deliver measurable results.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Architectural Consultant
ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions
04.2018 - Current
- Graduate of ASSA ABLOY Apprenticeship Program.
- Sustainability Champion for DSS of Florida.
- Top Lead for Military and Government Specifications.
- Meet and exceed team and individual KPI goals.
- Cultivate consulting relationships with architectural design
team influencers and specifiers.
- Identify and secure opportunities to prepare door and
hardware specifications and follow up to ensure
specifications are held during the bid process.
- Provide timely and accurate product information for use in
commercial project specifications.
- Deliver targeted continuing educational programs
highlighting new products, solutions, and design-assistance.
- Utilize Salesforce.com as a customer relationship, project
tracking and time management tool.
- Work with the DSS Team to grow end-user standards,
manage projects and ensure client satisfaction.
- Present, promote and trouble shoot the use of Openings
Studio for 3D Specifications.
Owner/President/Chief Operating Officer
Southeastern Door and Metal Services, Inc.
07.1995 - 04.2018
- Estimating, Sales and Contract Negotiations
- Project Management
- Insurance and Human Resources Representative
- Operations Manager
- Customer Service Representative
- AR/AP/Payroll Administrator
Education
Paralegal Studies
Pasco Hernando Community College
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA08-1992
Skills
- Understanding of Architectural and Construction Documents
- Prospecting New Clients
- Client Engagement
- Customer Retention
- Manage Architectural Pipeline
- AIA Educational Presentations
- Manage Projects from Design to Completion
- Organizational Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Applications
- Experience with and understanding of SalesForce
- Bluebeam User
- Expertise with SmartSheet
Community Service & Volunteer Work
Gulf Harbors Beach Club, Board of Directors, VP 2011 – 2016
World Relief, Volunteer, 2000 – 2005
Waterfront Community Impact Council, Board of Directors, Treasurer 2001 – 2010
Friends of Weedon Island, Board of Directors, 1995-2001
Timeline
Architectural Consultant
ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions
04.2018 - Current
Owner/President/Chief Operating Officer
Southeastern Door and Metal Services, Inc.
07.1995 - 04.2018
Paralegal Studies
Pasco Hernando Community College
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Georgia State University