Becky V. Karkazis-Yarufalie
Woodstock,GA
Summary
My objective is to find a position in a company that provides a healthy working environment for its employees. My intentions are that of a becoming an asset to the company. I will strive to increase profit while maintaining friendly yet professional relations with other employees and customers. I plan to complete my duties while maintaining an optimistic attitude to help maintain a positive working environment for the company.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
One Passion to Care
Atlanta , GA
2023.04 - 2023.12
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Property Management Advisor
Ellanios Ermes LLC
Woodstock , GA
2020.06 - 2023.01
- Created detailed reports on monthly rent collections, delinquencies, and evictions.
- Coordinated with contractors to complete repairs, renovations, and other improvements to properties.
- Prepared documents such as leases, eviction notices and rental applications for prospective tenants.
- Advised landlords on best practices for maximizing their return on investment while minimizing risk associated with tenant relations.
Property Investment Consultant
Prime Towers LLC
Woodstock , GA
2013.04 - 2020.02
- Provided clients with advice on the most suitable property investments for their individual needs.
- Reviewed rental agreements to ensure they were compliant with relevant regulations and up-to-date with market conditions.
- Advised clients on how best to structure mortgage financing options for their purchases.
- Advised clients on market conditions, pricing and legal requirements for property transactions.
Restaurant Owner
Crossroads Grille
Dallas , GA
2013.05 - 2014.05
- Implemented operational procedures to maximize efficiency while minimizing costs.
- Developed menus that featured local ingredients while meeting customer demands.
- Collaborated with chefs on new recipes, flavors and presentations for dishes served in the restaurant.
- Managed cash flow by setting budgets for expenses such as labor cost, food cost, ensuring timely payment of bills and taxes as well as monitoring accounts receivable and payable records .
- Administered finances and led business operations by running payroll, making bank deposits and analyzing income and expenses to maintain cost-effective operations.
- Managed and supervised 45 employees in 2 restaurants.
Restaurant Owner
Rancho Grande Restaurant
Marietta , GA
2012.04 - 2014.03
- Managed and supervised 45 employees in 2 restaurants.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Created unique recipes and applied various culinary techniques for authentic TexMex cuisine.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify areas of improvement or cost savings opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for food, equipment and supplies.
- Oversaw daily operations of the restaurant including staff scheduling, budgeting and inventory management.
- Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to increase restaurant sales.
Mortgage Broker Owner
Global Lending Brilliance LLC
Woodstock , GA
2010.01 - 2013.04
- Analyzed financial information, credit reports and appraisals to determine mortgage eligibility.
- Provided guidance on the selection of loan products best suited for clients' needs.
- Negotiated terms and conditions of mortgages with lenders.
- Prepared documents for closing process and monitored progress throughout transaction.
- Built business base by word of mouth as result of maintaining positive relationships with former borrowers.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
Loan Originator
Georgia Mortgage & Realty LLC
Atlanta , GA
2006.01 - 2010.01
- Mortgage and Loan Originating, Keeping Loan Files, Processing Documents in Computer, Communicating with Clients.
- Reviewed loan applications, analyzed credit reports and calculated financial ratios to determine borrower eligibility.
- Researched market conditions, property values and other factors to assess risk of loan defaults.
- Negotiated terms of loans with customers, such as interest rate and repayment schedule.
- Assisted borrowers through the entire loan process from application to closing.
- Provided guidance on loan qualification criteria to potential borrowers.
- Advised borrowers on budgeting techniques and refinancing options when necessary.
- Assessed assets, income and debts to determine client financial standing and liability risk.
- Submitted loan applications to underwriter for verification and recommendations.
- Resolved file problems, bottlenecks and qualified issues throughout underwriting process.
- Collected past due loans, keeping credit and collateral exceptions within policy ranges.
Partner
Tri-Star Estates Inc.
Acworth , GA
2003.01 - 2009.01
- Consulting Real Estate Investors & Builders, Customer Service, Computer Document Filing and Processing.
- Organized meetings between stakeholders to discuss project details and timelines.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
Partner
Y & B Properties Inc.
Kennesaw , GA
1997.01 - 2003.01
- Real Estate Consultation, Investments, Property Management, Dealing with Customers, Contract Filling.
- Managed daily operations of the business including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, staffing, and customer service.
- Participated in industry-related meetings and conferences in order to stay up-to-date on current trends within the field.
- Established partnerships with other organizations that would bring value back into the company .
- Cultivated long-term relationships with existing clients through consistent communication efforts .
- Built a network of contacts within relevant industries which enabled access to valuable resources .
- Examined legal data to determine advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuit.
Owner Baker
Athens European Pastries
Kennesaw , GA
1994.01 - 1997.01
- Front Desk, Serving Customers, Book Keeping.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
- Designed appealing product displays to maintain unique presentation.
Manager, Hostess
Omega Restaurant
Niles , IL
1990.01 - 1994.01
- Managing, Hosting, Front Desk, Cash Register, Customer Service.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Verified reservations and wait times with customers.
- Performed walk-throughs during service to monitor guest satisfaction and advise serving and bussing staff of specific guest needs.
- Managed daily card and cash transactions, maintaining payment records and investigating discrepancies.
Partner
Karson’s Restaurant
Evergreen Park , IL
1986.01 - 1990.01
- Managing, Hosting, Customer Service, Book Keeping.
Fashion Designer, Model
Toulina Fashion
Athens , Greece
1982.01 - 1985.12
- Women Cloth Designing, Modeling
- Created designs for seasonal collections, researching trends and fabrics to inform design decisions.
- Worked closely with pattern makers to ensure accuracy in garment construction.
- Coordinated photo shoots of finished products for catalogs and websites.
- Attended trade shows to present new designs and gain insight into industry trends.
- Supervised fittings during the development stage of projects to evaluate fit and styling details.
- Assisted with the selection of models for runway shows and fashion events.
- Collaborated with photographers and stylists to showcase brands and merchandising standards.
- Attended design shows and reviewed magazines to better understand consumer trends.
- Assisted with makeup, hair styling, and wardrobe selection to ensure the desired look was achieved.
- Collaborated with photographers to create poses that best showcased products or concepts while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism in high-stress environments.
- Promoted products and services in television commercials, on film or in videos.
Model
Rodopoulou Modeling
Athens , Greece
1977.01 - 1981.01
- Modeling, Hosting Shows, Photo Shooting.
- Attended photoshoots and modeled garments for catalogues, magazines, websites, and other print media.
- Collaborated with photographers to create poses that best showcased products or concepts while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Developed creative ideas for photo shoots that highlighted the clothing in an attractive manner.
- Traveled to different locations for photoshoots when required.
- Demonstrated a variety of looks such as casual, dressy, sporty. during photoshoots.
- Followed instructions given by photographer or art director during photoshoots.
- Communicated effectively with clients and other professionals involved in projects to ensure successful outcomes.
- Maintained a positive attitude while working long hours under challenging conditions at times.
- Participated in fittings before shoots so that clothing fit properly when photographed.
- Met with designers to define guidelines for runway shows and presentations.
- Promoted and showcased clothing, footwear and other products.
- Posed or struck suitable interpretive poses for promoting and selling merchandise or fashions during appearances, filming or photo sessions.
Front Desk
CineAlea Movie Theater
Tripolis , Greece
1973.01 - 1977.01
- Greeted customers and provided information about movies, tickets, concessions, and theater policies.
- Assisted with opening and closing duties such as counting money in the register drawer and setting up theaters for showings.
- Operated cash registers to process customer transactions for tickets and concession items.
- Checked tickets at entrance to verify accuracy of admission numbers.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing questions or concerns from guests promptly and politely.
Education
PCA - Personal Care Assistant PCA
GACCP
Atlanta, GA2023-05
Mortgage Broker - Mortgage Broker
Ameritrain Mortgage Institute
Atlanta, GA12.2009
Real Estate Broker - Real Estate
Kennesaw State College Continuing Education
Kennesaw, GA12.1998
Fashion Designer - Fashion Designer
Maggy Cloth Designing School
Athens Greece12.1981
Fashion Model - Fashion Modeling
Rodopoulou Modeling School
Athens Greece12.1978
HS Diploma -
Iraklios High School
Iraklion Attica Greece12.1976
Skills
- Financial History Review
- Appraisal/Value Estimation
- Property Advice
- Staff Hiring
- Customer Engagement
- Menu Development
- Loan Application/Loan Processing
- Drafting contracts and Leases
- Client Confidentiality
- Leasing and Sales
- Ethical Business Standards
- Legal Document Preparation
- Title Examination/Research
- Fluent in Greek
- Commercial Real Estate
- Property Rental/Leasing and Lease Renewals
- Mortgages and Loans
- Payment/Rent Collection
- Account Reconciliation
- Customer Relations
- Billing concerns
- Finance
- Repayment plan structuring
Languages
Greek
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
One Passion to Care
2023.04 - 2023.12
Property Management Advisor
Ellanios Ermes LLC
2020.06 - 2023.01
Restaurant Owner
Crossroads Grille
2013.05 - 2014.05
Property Investment Consultant
Prime Towers LLC
2013.04 - 2020.02
Restaurant Owner
Rancho Grande Restaurant
2012.04 - 2014.03
Mortgage Broker Owner
Global Lending Brilliance LLC
2010.01 - 2013.04
Loan Originator
Georgia Mortgage & Realty LLC
2006.01 - 2010.01
Partner
Tri-Star Estates Inc.
2003.01 - 2009.01
Partner
Y & B Properties Inc.
1997.01 - 2003.01
Owner Baker
Athens European Pastries
1994.01 - 1997.01
Manager, Hostess
Omega Restaurant
1990.01 - 1994.01
Partner
Karson’s Restaurant
1986.01 - 1990.01
Fashion Designer, Model
Toulina Fashion
1982.01 - 1985.12
Model
Rodopoulou Modeling
1977.01 - 1981.01
Front Desk
CineAlea Movie Theater
1973.01 - 1977.01
PCA - Personal Care Assistant PCA
GACCP
Mortgage Broker - Mortgage Broker
Ameritrain Mortgage Institute
Real Estate Broker - Real Estate
Kennesaw State College Continuing Education
Fashion Designer - Fashion Designer
Maggy Cloth Designing School
Fashion Model - Fashion Modeling
Rodopoulou Modeling School
HS Diploma -
Iraklios High School
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