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Jessica Galarza

Riverview,FL

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record in the assisted living sector, specializing in developing impactful marketing strategies and building strong customer relationships. Achieved significant territory growth and enhanced resident satisfaction through effective team leadership and proficient database management. Bilingual communication skills complement expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, consistently driving superior results.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Sales and Marketing

Twin Creeks Assisted Living and Memory Care
Riverview, FL
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Negotiated contracts with customers while protecting company interests.
  • Developed and significantly grew assigned territory using strong engagement and marketing skills.
  • Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
  • Engaged in communication with team about new resident updates.
  • Gathered and processed 1823 move-in forms.
  • Scheduled and facilitated networking events on a twice-weekly basis.
  • Facilitated marketing events including ACHA and small assisted living coalition.

Marketing Coordinator/Senior Lifestyle Counselor

Aston Gardens At The Courtyards And Sun City Cente
Sun City Center , Fl.
01.2014 - 03.2024

Marketing Coordinator.

  • Managed team calendars and scheduled events for multiple staff members.
  • Coordinated resources to craft marketing plans for product launches and events.
  • Planned trade shows and vendor fairs for clients and partners to attend.
  • Planned and executed internal and external marketing events.
  • Supported senior lifestyle counselor with database management.
  • Assisted in organizing and processing move-in documentation efficiently.
  • Organize community and model apartments for potential visitor tours.

Senior Lifestyle Counselor

  • I listened to clients and introduced solutions to satisfy business and personal needs.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Calls, tours, re-tours, and move-ins for assisted living, memory care, and independent living.
  • Database experience -(Focus,Matrix,Vitals, Move in)
  • Managed monthly marketing events and budget.

Outpatient Therapy Coordinator/Memory Care Director

Sun Towers
Sun City Center , Fl.
10.2010 - 05.2012

Outpatient Therapy Coordinator.

  • Assisted ten occupational and physical therapists.
  • Scheduled hourly appointments for therapists.
  • Prepared new medical charts.
  • Verify medical insurance.

Memory Care Director.

  • Coached and trained newly hired employees to promote knowledge of responsibilities and position requirements.
  • Conducted tours of the facility for prospective residents and their families.
  • Provided regular updates to family members concerning care and health issues.
  • Supervised the provision of daily services, maintaining superior satisfaction levels among families and residents.
  • Manage daily administrative operations for a 30-bed facility.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective medical teaching.

Activities Director

Sun City Senior Living
Sun City Center, FL
07.2009 - 08.2010
  • Supported residents in enhancing social skills and mental abilities.
  • Coordinated scheduling for movies, entertainment, and special events.
  • Provided respectful mobility assistance to individuals needing extra support.
  • Provided personal attention to enhance resident involvement.
  • Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
  • Evaluated supplies and managed budget to meet activity plans.

Caregiver/Marketing Coordinator

Aston Gardens At The Courtyards
Sun City Center, FL
11.2006 - 07.2008

Caregiver-

  • C.N.A. certified.
  • Medtech certified.
  • Compassionate customer service while serving residents with a proper care plan.

Marketing Coordinator -

  • Coordinated resources to craft marketing events for assisted living and independent living communities.
  • Reported on event marketing guest participation and inventory status.
  • Managed workflow between staff, coordinating move-in documents.
  • Assisted with the development of event strategies and tactical plans to execute events with multiple department managers.
  • Planned and executed internal and external marketing events, such as trade shows and local health fairs.
  • Answered general marketing department inquiries by email, phone, and mail.
  • Maintained a complete (Focus) database of files and contacts.
  • Managed team calendars and sales counselors' schedules.

Receptionist

Plaza West
Sun City Center , Fl.
08.2004 - 10.2006
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Managed central telephone system and routed calls as required.
  • Performed document management tasks such as copying, faxing, and filing.
  • Welcomed and assisted visitors and customers in a professional manner.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Everst University
Tampa, FL

GED -

South County Career Center
Ruskin, FL

Skills

  • Consumer Buying Discovery
  • Developing presentations and reports
  • Customer service
  • Relationship building
  • Data mining software
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Detail-oriented
  • Problem solving
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Database Skills
  • Team leadership
  • Bilingual

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Director of Sales and Marketing

Twin Creeks Assisted Living and Memory Care
03.2024 - 12.2024

Marketing Coordinator/Senior Lifestyle Counselor

Aston Gardens At The Courtyards And Sun City Cente
01.2014 - 03.2024

Outpatient Therapy Coordinator/Memory Care Director

Sun Towers
10.2010 - 05.2012

Activities Director

Sun City Senior Living
07.2009 - 08.2010

Caregiver/Marketing Coordinator

Aston Gardens At The Courtyards
11.2006 - 07.2008

Receptionist

Plaza West
08.2004 - 10.2006

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Everst University

GED -

South County Career Center

References

Nurse Jhamena 1 year 813-380-7587

Dr.Sharon Forrest Life Coach 6 years 941-809-2357

Ronnie Wilkerson Co-worker for 7 years 813-992-6841

Erika Morse Church leader 17 years 813-928-7552

I may provide additional references if needed.

Jessica Galarza