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Jonathan Kramer

Jonathan Kramer

Chicago,IL

Summary

Strategic Account Executive with proven success increasing sales and revenue through developing loyal account relationships. Articulate communicator with exceptional skills in upscale design. Known for understanding the unique needs of high-end clientele and delivering effective, customized solutions to surpass expectations. .

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Account Executive

Design Within Reach
Chicago, IL
05.2022 - Current
  • Represent product offerings throughout MillerKnoll brands.
  • Gather company and contact information to compile data for current and potential customers.
  • Use consultative sales strategies to effectively overcome client objections and maximize sales activity.
  • Maintain updated knowledge of changing industry, standards and trends related to accounts.
  • Cultivate and develop customer relationships to enable sustained revenue growth.
  • Create and develop 3D, photo quality images and models of proposed client spaces.

Interior Design Consultant

Natuzzi Italia
Chicago, IL
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Designed 3D perspective views using Sketchup and V-Ray to create photo-realistic presentations for clients.
  • Selected furniture, light fixtures and accessories to create unique and inviting rooms to meet customer vision.
  • Visited home sites when necessary to assess and fulfill customer needs.
  • Collaborated closely with customers, adjusting plans to satisfy client needs and requirements.

Owner

WLCM | HOME
Chicago, IL
01.2016 - 05.2021
  • Advise clients on interior design factors such as spacial planning, layouts, and utilization of furnishings or equipment, and color coordination.
  • Coordinate with other professionals, such as contractors, architects, engineers, and plumbers, to ensure job success.
  • Estimate material requirements and costs, and present them to clients for approval.
  • Select and/or design, purchase furnishings, art works, and accessories.
  • Prepare marketing and social media content as well as online forum contribution.

Real Estate Broker, Team Lead

Related Realty Chicago
Chicago, IL
09.2014 - 09.2016
  • Acted as an agent for both buyers and sellers of real estate while managing a team of agents assigned to sell out a new development project.
  • Compared properties with similar properties that had recently sold to determine competitive market prices.
  • Acted as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers over property prices and settlement details through the closing process.
  • Maintained a knowledge of real estate law, local economies, fair housing laws, types of available mortgages, financing options, and government programs.
  • Ensured that work was completed by loan officers, attorneys, or other professionals to ensure that transactions were completed properly and without delay.

Contributor

WikiRealty
Chicago, IL
07.2014 - 03.2016
  • Periodically contributed real estate related content as a 'Guru' for the greater Chicago area.

Broker Associate

@properties
Chicago, IL
08.2010 - 09.2014

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Harrington College of Design
Chicago, IL

High School Diploma -

St Ansgar High School
WikiRealtyWalkingtonSaint Ansgar, IA

Skills

  • Revenue Generation
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Business Development
  • Pipeline Management
  • Lead Development
  • Staff Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Written and verbal communication
  • 3D Design Software & Renderings

Certification

  • Top 1% of Realtors, Chicago Association of Realtors, 2015
  • Organizing For America Alumni 2018

Timeline

Account Executive

Design Within Reach
05.2022 - Current

Interior Design Consultant

Natuzzi Italia
02.2021 - 03.2022

Owner

WLCM | HOME
01.2016 - 05.2021

Real Estate Broker, Team Lead

Related Realty Chicago
09.2014 - 09.2016

Contributor

WikiRealty
07.2014 - 03.2016

Broker Associate

@properties
08.2010 - 09.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design

Harrington College of Design

High School Diploma -

St Ansgar High School

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