Lisa Torres
Summary
I seek to use my extensive analytical, technical, and administrative skills gained through over 20 years of professional level experience in the business, public agency, and legislative sectors. I seek a professional level position that allows me to leverage my research, administrative, and management skills in a public service mission that allows me to make a positive impact for the public good.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Realtor Associate
All City Homes Powered By Side, Inc.
09.2020 - Current
- Developed and conducted seminars and workshops on fair housing practices, educating home buyers about their rights and promoting ethical housing choices
- Analyzed non-traditional data sets to identify emerging trends, resulting in strategic recommendations for clients
- Leveraged cutting-edge marketing techniques to showcase properties and attract a wider audience of potential buyers
- Proficient in utilizing advanced real estate technology tools to streamline processes and enhance client experiences through Follow Up Boss (customer relationship management system.)
- Actively participated in community initiatives to promote affordable housing, collaborating with local organizations and policy makers.
Accounting Technician
Sacramento City Unified School District
08.2010 - 06.2022
- Assisted in the preparation of the annual budget
- Collaborated with department heads to analyze financial data and create comprehensive reports, enabling data-driven decision-making and optimizing budget allocation
- Provided critical financial analysis utilizing Escape and MS Excel to analyze, record, and distribute department's financial information to management
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, processing hundreds of invoices per month
- Conducted monthly financial reconciliations, ensuring discrepancies were promptly identified and resolved, resulting in a near error-free financial statement generation
- Successfully reduced outstanding Accounts Receivable balances through diligent follow-up and effective communication with vendors and clients
- Implemented streamlined procurement processes, resulting in a significant reduction in processing time and saving thousands annually in administrative costs
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date financial records, resulting in annual audit compliance
- Supported the payroll department by accurately processing and reconciling payroll for employees, ensuring timely and error-free payments.
Realtor Sales Associate
Cook Realty
10.2007 - 08.2010
- Partnered with asset preservation companies and banks as a Broker Price Opinion specialist assessing the value of financially distressed properties for banks/asset management companies
- Developed a comprehensive knowledge of the mortgage short sale process to facilitate lender/investor negotiations and minimize risk in the disposition of troubled properties
- Advised and informed prospective clients on how to avoid predatory loans and real estate transactions
- Collaborated with mortgage professionals who prioritize ethical lending practices to ensure safe purchasing of bank-owned properties by buyers seeking to purchase their first home.
Sr. Loan Officer
SeaCrest Mortgage, Inc.
02.2004 - 10.2007
- Managed the origination and processing of mortgage loans for veterans and first-time homebuyers through CalVet and CalHFA programs
- Collaborated seamlessly with underwriting, processing, and closing teams to expedite loan approvals and closings
- Facilitated effective communication between departments, ensuring a smooth and streamlined loan lifecycle, and contributing to a reduction in loan processing time by 20%
- Worked closely with clients to evaluate program eligibility by conducting comprehensive financial counseling sessions for prospective borrowers ensuring a thorough understanding of loan terms, interest rates, and available assistance programs
- Educated clients on credit management, debt reduction strategies, and down payment options, resulting in improved financial literacy, enhanced borrower readiness and a significant increase in successful loan acquisitions.
Legislative Assistant
Snodgrass & Michelli, LLC
01.2003 - 02.2004
- Provided technical, analytical, and administrative assistance to agency Chief Lobbyist
- Conducted comprehensive research, for developing position briefs and bill tracking reports, and updates to management, clients, and legislative staff
- Managed production workflow for over 500 legislative bills and organized meetings and conference calls to maintain a strong line of communication with legislators and staff.
Legislative Assistant
California Association of Health Plans
09.1997 - 01.2003
- Provided technical and administrative support to Vice President of Legislative Affairs and Legislative Advocate
- Managed bill analysis activities and produced detailed progress reports
- Monitored legislation via CapitolTrack, delivering insightful daily and weekly reports to enhance decision-making and strategic planning for targeted advocacy efforts
- Facilitated stakeholder appointments with lawmakers and maintained a dynamic member database ensuring accurate tracking of members, committees, and event fees
- Responsible for organizing the annual legislative conference for over 325 executives and coordinated planning efforts for the high-impact Health Fair at the State Capitol with 2000+ attendees
- Managed Political Action Committee (PAC) fundraisers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZAssociate of Arts - Business Degree
Software And Technology
Demonstrated experienced with a wide variety of individual and agency level software applications that enhance the ability to manage project development and support agency level operations including work productivity applications for project management and task tracking, team communication, collaboration, and conferencing tools, Cloud-driven workspace environments, and document management and editing tools. Also familiar with administrative support applications for Human Resource management, accounting and financial management, and customer retention management.
Certification
- Department of Real Estate License #01483787
- International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001, Internal Auditor - Quality Management Systems
- Cal HFA and Cal Vet Certified lending agent.
Affiliations
- Member, The Articulators, Toastmasters International
- Former Director of Education, National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals 2017-2019
- Member, National Association of Broker Price Opinion Professionals - 2015-present
Timeline
Realtor Associate
All City Homes Powered By Side, Inc.
09.2020 - Current
Accounting Technician
Sacramento City Unified School District
08.2010 - 06.2022
Realtor Sales Associate
Cook Realty
10.2007 - 08.2010
Sr. Loan Officer
SeaCrest Mortgage, Inc.
02.2004 - 10.2007
Legislative Assistant
Snodgrass & Michelli, LLC
01.2003 - 02.2004
Legislative Assistant
California Association of Health Plans
09.1997 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix