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Kelly-Anne Mariano-Gallo

Summary

Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Forward-thinking leader bringing 30 years of expertise with management and sales in the real estate sector of businesses. . Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO/Team Leader

Keller Williams
08.2022 - Current
  • Leading initiatives to rapidly recruit high producing and high potential real estate agents to the office. Manage and development of over 1300 agents.
  • Oversee hiring, leadership and development of staff as well as ensure they are properly trained and held accountable to high performance standards.
  • Provide business development and financial management consulting to top agents with our office, helping them make dramatic growth in their personal production and performance.
  • Provide strategic leadership and vision to drive brokerage’s growth and profitability.
  • Foster a culture that embodies values of integrity, trust, and collaboration.
  • Implement effective business strategies and operational processes to optimize efficiency and productivity.
  • Oversee financial management, budgeting, and profitability analysis. Ensure market center is profitable, keeping tight fiscal control over operating expenses.
  • Ensure compliance with real estate regulations and Keller Williams’ standards.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agents, and industry stakeholders.
  • Promote strong learning based environment and ensure that agents have access to top of line training and educational opportunities.
  • Maintain positive and empowering environment that both challenges associates to reach their potential and also provides for caring, people-first, atmosphere. Lead, support, set expectations, and hold regular accountability sessions with Market Center team.
  • Oversee ALC (Associate Leadership Council) and ensure ALC growth in productivity and profitability.
  • Lead sales and business meetings, training and coaching.

Designated Managing Broker, Production Coach

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
12.2019 - 07.2022

• Retain: Create supportive and engaging environment to retain top talent and ensure agent satisfaction.

• Recruit: Attract and retain top talent by promoting office’s positive culture and growth opportunities.

•Drive Revenue: Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue growth and achieve business goals.

•Motivate and Inspire: Create a positive and supportive office culture that motivates agents to excel.

• Implement agent attraction practices that embraces company value proposition.

•Training and Coaching: Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge for agents.

Scheduled and taught courses to increase learning opportunities.

•Provide one-on-one coaching to help agents grow their business.

•Leadership: Lead by example, setting high standards for professionalism, work ethic, and customer service.

•Performance Management: Monitor and evaluate agent performance, providing feedback and support to ensure continuous improvement.

•Business Development: Identify opportunities for business growth and assist agents in developing strategies to achieve their goals.

•Community Engagement: Represent Professionals within the community, building relationships and enhancing brand reputation.

Broker, Managing Broker

Charles Rutenberg Realty
07.2011 - 12.2019
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, earning their trust and loyalty through consistent communication and portfolio updates.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing any concerns or questions from clients promptly and professionally.
  • Negotiated favorable terms for clients during transactions, maximizing their profits in both buying and selling scenarios.
  • Answered inquiries and provided information to sales representatives, distributed appropriate paperwork, and fulfilled quote requests to deliver excellent customer support.
  • Adapted quickly to changing market conditions, adjusting client strategies accordingly while maintaining open lines of communication throughout periods of uncertainty.
  • Cultivated a wide network of professional contacts, increasing referral business and expanding client base over time.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering personalized and timely services throughout the buying and selling process.

Designated Managing Broker

Royal Service Realty
03.2008 - 07.2011

• Retain: Create a supportive and engaging environment to retain top talent and ensure agent satisfaction

• Recruit: Attract and retain top talent by promoting our office’s positive culture and growth opportunities

•Drive Revenue: Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue growth and achieve business goals

•Motivate and Inspire: Create a positive and supportive office culture that motivates agents to excel

• Implement agent attraction practices that embraces company value proposition

•Training and Coaching: Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of our agents

•Provide one-on-one coaching to help agents grow their business

•Leadership: Lead by example, setting high standards for professionalism, work ethic, and customer service

•Performance Management: Monitor and evaluate agent performance, providing feedback and support to ensure continuous improvement

•Business Development: Identify opportunities for business growth and assist agents in developing strategies to achieve their goals

•Community Engagement: Represent Coldwell Banker Professionals in the community, building relationships and enhancing our brand reputation

Broker/Trainer

REMAX
01.2007 - 03.2009
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, earning their trust and loyalty through consistent communication and portfolio updates.
  • Negotiated favorable terms for clients during transactions, maximizing their profits in both buying and selling scenarios.
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
  • Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
  • Scheduled and taught courses to increase learning opportunities.

Broker/Trainer/Mentor

John Greene Realtor
06.2002 - 01.2007
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, earning their trust and loyalty through consistent communication and portfolio updates.
  • Negotiated favorable terms for clients during transactions, maximizing their profits in both buying and selling scenarios.
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently by utilizing effective marketing techniques and focusing on relationship-building with prospective clients.
  • Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
  • Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
  • Monitored mentee performance consistently, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting mentorship approaches accordingly.

VP of Marketing and Sales

LP Properties
01.1999 - 08.2002
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Led a cross-functional team to develop and launch a new construction multi unit housing, contributing to significant growth in sales.
  • Managed multi-million dollar budgets responsibly, achieving cost savings and ensuring resources were allocated effectively.
  • Spearheaded mergers and acquisitions efforts, successfully integrating acquired companies into existing operations without disrupting workflow or productivity.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to align digital content strategies with overall business objectives, maximizing the impact of our efforts.

Illinois Marketing Director

Marquette Management Inc
01.1994 - 03.1999
  • Managed the conversion of apartment homes into condominiums. Increased occupancy rates 98-99% over 11 properties Reduced turnover rate in the process.
  • .Developed comprehensive marketing plans in alignment with overall business goals and objectives.
  • Oversaw the creation of compelling marketing materials, including brochures, presentations, and social media content.
  • Traveled with senior management to oversee due-diligence of newly acquisition properties.
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
05.1992

Skills

    Effective Decision Making

    Leadership Development

    Strategic Visioning

    Talent Development

    Client Relationship Building

    Relationship and Team Building

    People and Culture

    Business Development

    Employee Motivation and Performance

    Business Planning

    Effective Communicator and Public Speaker

    Operations Management

Timeline

CEO/Team Leader

Keller Williams
08.2022 - Current

Designated Managing Broker, Production Coach

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
12.2019 - 07.2022

Broker, Managing Broker

Charles Rutenberg Realty
07.2011 - 12.2019

Designated Managing Broker

Royal Service Realty
03.2008 - 07.2011

Broker/Trainer

REMAX
01.2007 - 03.2009

Broker/Trainer/Mentor

John Greene Realtor
06.2002 - 01.2007

VP of Marketing and Sales

LP Properties
01.1999 - 08.2002

Illinois Marketing Director

Marquette Management Inc
01.1994 - 03.1999

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Northern Illinois University
Kelly-Anne Mariano-Gallo