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Kelly A O'Connell

Kelly A O'Connell

Cape Coral,FL

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

New Homes Sales Professional

D.R. Horton Inc.
Cape Coral - Punta Gorda, FL
09.2018 - Current

Achieved top sales producer status in Cape Coral for Signature homes within Traditions Series.

  • Generated average of $14 million annually in closed new home sales.
  • Expertise in prequalifying potential home buyers through engaging and informative dialogue.
  • Consulted with home buyers and superintendent to articulate building progress clearly.
  • Launched marketing campaigns harnessing social media and networking to amplify visibility.
  • Nurtured relationships with realtors to enhance referral network.

New Home Sales Consultant

Maronda Homes
North Port, FL
04.2018 - 08.2025
  • Completed extensive training program for New Home Star, enhancing performance outcomes
  • Facilitated sales of spot lots in North Port, FL, strengthening market presence.
  • Guided clients through market conditions and preferred lender options.

Director of Marketing

AION Management / Kettler Management
Philadelphia, PA
06.2016 - 03.2018

Established Marketing Department, overseeing 24 communities and 8,000 units.

  • Managed media planning, SEO/SEM strategies, and PPC campaigns to enhance ROI.
  • Implemented reputation management initiatives, social media strategies, and customer surveys.
  • Conducted market analysis for due diligence on new acquisitions.
  • Delivered ongoing sales training and mentoring for associates quarterly.

Residential Leasing & Marketing Director

Hilton Management, LLC
Princeton, NJ
04.2014 - 06.2016

Managed nine residential leasing departments comprising nearly 3,000 apartment homes.

  • Executed media planning and analysis, achieving 25% reduction in costs while maximizing ROI.
  • Crafted comprehensive marketing plans incorporating pricing and lease-up approaches.
  • Established brand marketing collateral to enhance brand awareness across various platforms.
  • Implemented SEO/SEM campaigns, boosting web visibility by 82% through targeted keywords.

Sales & Marketing Specialist

Watermark at Logan Square
Philadelphia, PA
04.2011 - 04.2013

Contributed to increase in Independent Living occupancy from 82% to 97%.

  • Maintained full occupancy for AL/ALZ by conducting health assessments.
  • Facilitated transfers to Assisted Living through outreach to local hospitals.
  • Developed and marketed educational programs to attract prospective residents and families.

Regional Marketing & Sales Manager

Forest City Management, Inc
Cleveland, OH
01.1998 - 11.2010

Consulted with regional property managers across 14 properties, managing 5,209 units.

  • Oversaw media planning and analysis, achieving a 25% reduction in media costs.
  • Designed targeted marketing strategies, attaining 97% average portfolio performance.
  • Organized and presented quarterly sales meetings for a national portfolio.
  • Directed media planning and execution, enhancing sales processes and training initiatives.
  • Executed national technology CRM programs to improve operational efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Attended 1985 - 1990

Indiana University
2014

Skills

  • Top Producing Sales Professional
  • Exceptional Client Relations
  • Team Leadership & Training
  • Marketing & Traffic Generation
  • Networking & Business Development
  • Client Contract Negotiation

Technical & Social Skills

Microsoft Office, CRM, Real Estate Platforms, Social Media, Spreadsheet Analysis, emerging technology ongoing professional development and Real Estate licensing continuing education.

Timeline

New Homes Sales Professional

D.R. Horton Inc.
09.2018 - Current

New Home Sales Consultant

Maronda Homes
04.2018 - 08.2025

Director of Marketing

AION Management / Kettler Management
06.2016 - 03.2018

Residential Leasing & Marketing Director

Hilton Management, LLC
04.2014 - 06.2016

Sales & Marketing Specialist

Watermark at Logan Square
04.2011 - 04.2013

Regional Marketing & Sales Manager

Forest City Management, Inc
01.1998 - 11.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Attended 1985 - 1990

Indiana University
Kelly A O'Connell