Lynn Zeid
Houston,Texas
Summary
Top-producing business development professional with established record of success and expertise in public relations, marketing, luxury sales, negotiation, brand promotion, high design, and special event planning. Currently seeking position with a company that can effectively utilize acquired skills; including client relations, conflict resolution and business planning. Proven leadership skills with a strong work ethic, critical thinking, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach. Highly skilled in networking, building strategic relationships, and delivering outstanding results for clients. Known for innovative solutions and exceptional attention to detail.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Designer
Kaleidoscope Studio of Interior Design
Houston, Texas
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with Luxury residential design projects. Position included sales and client presentations, design layout, product sourcing and procurement, delivery and design set up. Social media creation and marketing. Recent projects included: The Hawthorne-Tanglewood and San Luis|Galveston.
Sales Associate
Douglas Elliman Real Estate Luxury Broker
Houston, Texas
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed sales for International Developer, Caydon's first US project in Midtown Houston. Leveraged market knowledge through traditional and social media, increasing sales by 30% (Fitzroy Residences). Managed prospects and inquiries in Salesforce and reported weekly to COO of Caydon Developers and Managing Sales Director of Douglas Elliman. Handled land acquisitions for Luxury Home Builders. Total personal accrued GCI: $70M+ production (2011 to date).
Sales Associate
John Daugherty Realtors
Houston, Texas
07.2011 - 08.2020
- Ranked as Top Producer within three years, receiving national Top GCI Advisor honors twice.
Initiated and developed concierge service model, widely adopted by leading firms for sellers.
Applied comprehensive market knowledge to enhance home readiness with optimal ROI.
Facilitated swift sales through strategic positioning for maximum price and minimal DOM.
Served as designer for clients post-transaction, showcasing talent in staging and aesthetics.
Achieved distinction in top 10% of Houston's luxury real estate sector through proven results.
Director of Development
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
Houston, Texas
05.2004 - 06.2011
- Supervised and implemented program objects created and established by the Executive Board of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. Prepared strategic plan in conjunction with Board Members to reach short- and long-term goals with cooperation with Executive Director, Board of Directors Development Committee and administrative staff. Identify grant opportunities and submitted proposals for institutional support as well as funding sources from private foundations, corporations and governmental agencies. Generated donation growth of over 80% in first year, as well as procuring largest single grant of $100,000. Served as Public Affairs Officer to supervise development and create enhanced visibility of RITE's program mission with key constituents. Maintained all donor and CRM databases of funding support and contacts. Developed donor recognition programs throughout the year as well as spearheaded publicity efforts including television appearances, speeches, exhibits guided tours, and promotional films.
Patron Programs Director
Houston Ballet Foundation
Houston, Texas
01.1999 - 05.2004
- Served as second in command in dynamic five-person development team whose function was to raise nearly 40% of the annual operating budget of $27M to fund programs and mission of Houston Ballet, an internationally renowned ballet company. Served as Board of Directors liaison and responsible for all facets Board's quarterly meetings. Managed all Patron Groups and outreach programs. Assisted CEO of Nutcracker Market, Houston Ballet's largest annual fundraiser, raising more than $5M for Ballet's programming. Coordinated and implemented all special events to various donor groups and managed all aspects of the Foundation's second largest annual fundraising event, the Ballet Ball, raising $1M+ annually.
Development Associate
Contemporary Arts Museum
Houston, Texas
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Charged with overseeing membership growth and retention utilizing. Exceeded monthly quotas by more than 10%. Fundraising platforms and donation tracking systems. Created and implemented special events focused on generating new visitors to the Museum. Managed all special events including Museum's' two annual fundraisers, "Another Great Night in November" as well as the Annual Gala. Managed donor database, including transaction and contact information, database reporting assisting with fundraising practices related to gift processing, acknowledgment, and stewardship.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications and Public Relations
University of Houston
Skills
- Business Development
- Team building and Mediation
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Brand Promotion
- Creative Writing and Storytelling
- Social Media Marketing
- Written and Oral Communication
Accomplishments
- Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS)
- Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE)
- Top Producer 2013-2019
- Top GCI Associate 2018, 2019
Timeline
Assistant Designer
Kaleidoscope Studio of Interior Design
12.2023 - 10.2024
Sales Associate
Douglas Elliman Real Estate Luxury Broker
08.2020 - 01.2023
Sales Associate
John Daugherty Realtors
07.2011 - 08.2020
Director of Development
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
05.2004 - 06.2011
Patron Programs Director
Houston Ballet Foundation
01.1999 - 05.2004
Development Associate
Contemporary Arts Museum
01.1997 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Communications and Public Relations
University of Houston
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