Diane Garey
Grand Island,NY
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated professional with extensive experience in sales and marketing, seeking Outreach Specialist position. Exceptional communication skills and keen attention to detail, a strong background in customer and volunteer development, project management, and meeting deadlines.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Sole Proprietor
Diane Garey Interiors
Grand Island, NY
05.2005 - Current
- Founded and launched multi-discipline design business providing project management to a diverse base of residential and commercial clients.
- Identify clients' requirements and objectives through detailed needs analysis, utilizing highly consultative approach.
- Establish project budgets and timelines and develop strategy to execute project plan that integrates clients' personal style while providing functional benefit based on clients' lifestyle.
- Worked closely with clients, builders and tradesmen with projects up to $300,000.
- Grew customer base by building strong referral network due to delivery of consistent, high-quality service.
New Business Development Manager
Buffalo Home Furnishings
Amherst , NY
07.2003 - 05.2005
- Provided training to underperforming designers to accelerate sales success and maximize store growth.
- Coordinated all business development for 6-8 designers on projects ranging from $2K to $50K.
- Increased business by 20% in the first year managing $4M department by implementing standardized sales process for entire sales force.
- Identified opportunities for business growth through analysis of overall business potential.
- Instituted, monitored and managed follow-up systems, ensuring no business was lost.
- Collaborated with designers throughout sales process to facilitate strong closing rate.
- Monitored each designers' sales process to ensure consistency and success of established methods and provided sales coaching and training as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Canisius College
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Project Management
- Customer Satisfaction
- Revenue Growth
- Business Development
- Relationship Building & Management
- Meeting Deadlines
- Organizing & Planning
Volunteer Experience
St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church, Grand Island, NY
Active Member and Religious Education Teacher
2002 - Present
- Engage in religious education, teaching and mentoring students.
- Organize and participate in church activities and community events.
American Cancer Society's Relay for Life, Grand Island, NY
Team Captain, Committee Member, and Outreach Liaison
2005 - Present
- Led and coordinated fundraising teams, raising significant funds for cancer research.
- Served on the committee to organize annual Relay for Life events.
- Conducted outreach and advocacy within the community to support cancer awareness.
Neighbors Foundation of Grand Island, NY
Board Member, Community Outreach with Schools and Senior Center
2019 - Present
- Collaborated with local schools and the senior center to organize community outreach programs.
- Participated in initiatives aimed at supporting local families and individuals in need.
- Played an active role in board meetings and strategic planning.
Rotary Club of Grand Island, NY
Active Member, Treasurer, Community Liaison, Outreach Coordinator with Schools
2021 - Present
- Managed financial records and transactions as the Treasurer.
- Acted as a liaison between the Rotary Club and community schools, fostering collaborative projects.
- Coordinated outreach initiatives to benefit the local community.
Timeline
Owner & Sole Proprietor
Diane Garey Interiors
05.2005 - Current
New Business Development Manager
Buffalo Home Furnishings
07.2003 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Canisius College