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Karim Portela

Atlantic Beach,FL

Summary

Enthusiastic, experienced service minded bi-lingual professional, seeking a new challenging career after many years in the Real Estate industry. Top-notch skills in oral and written communication. Understanding customer desires, active listening and analytical problem solving techniques which build loyalty. Always eager to learn new skills to advance and be successful.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager / Real Estate Broker Associate

Building Unlimited Roofing & Solar Inc.
03.2021 - 12.2022
  • Cultivated strong relationships with agents, lenders and title companies.
  • Arranged for inspections and surveys of Land and sold properties.
  • Set up virtual home tours, in-person visits, and open houses for properties.
  • Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
  • Monitored contract execution to verify complete fulfillment of terms.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.

VP of Sales

JKP Management Inc.
07.2017 - 09.2019
  • Worked with General Contractors, engineers' and architects to assist in design of spec homes.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth and increased sales by 50%.
  • Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits

Realtor Sales Associate

Keys Gate Realty
04.2014 - 05.2017
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
  • Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office to consistently grow client base and increase revenue.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties to include contract negotiations.

Assistant Floor Manager

On The Road Management Inc.
03.2011 - 01.2014
  • Collaborated with managing partners in order to develop unique events to include Wounded Warriors & various charity events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.

Business Owner/Operator

Creative Hair & Nail Salon
08.1995 - 01.2008
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Educated service personnel on company policy and procedure.

Education

Real Estate Broker - Real Estate Broker

Florida Institute of Real Estate
Jacksonville, FL
01.2019

Real Estate Sales Associate

Bert Rodgers
Miami Beach, FL
01.2005

Cosmetology

Orlando Vocational
Orlando, FL
08.1994

Marketing/Design

Brooks College
Long Beach, CA
06.1991

Skills

  • Bi-lingual, Spanish/English
  • Exceptional Telephone Etiquette
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Account Management and Updating
  • Active Listening
  • Microsoft Word
  • Managing Multiple Tasks
  • Client/Vendor Relationships
  • Policy and Procedure Adherence
  • Data Entry
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Timeline

Project Manager / Real Estate Broker Associate

Building Unlimited Roofing & Solar Inc.
03.2021 - 12.2022

VP of Sales

JKP Management Inc.
07.2017 - 09.2019

Realtor Sales Associate

Keys Gate Realty
04.2014 - 05.2017

Assistant Floor Manager

On The Road Management Inc.
03.2011 - 01.2014

Business Owner/Operator

Creative Hair & Nail Salon
08.1995 - 01.2008

Real Estate Broker - Real Estate Broker

Florida Institute of Real Estate

Real Estate Sales Associate

Bert Rodgers

Cosmetology

Orlando Vocational

Marketing/Design

Brooks College
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