Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Education
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Manga Mwazi

Queens,NY
Manga Mwazi

Summary

Versatile and innovative management professional skilled at seeing the "big picture" while still also focusing on the details. Expertise in business development and streamlining processes and systems. Highly effective in emphasizing innovation and creativity in solving complex problems. Energetic and results-focused with success in developing and leading diverse teams to achieve outstanding results.

Overview

25
years of professional experience

Work History

Corcoran Country Living

Team Leader Manager
05.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Resolved customer service issues by finding immediate solutions, increasing customer confidence, and decreasing escalations to executive office.
  • Collaborated with senior management on strategic planning efforts, aligning departmental objectives with overall company vision.
  • Stayed calm, collected and logical during stressful moments to identify and implement optimal solutions.
  • Developed strong relationships with cross-functional departments to support successful project execution.
  • Streamlined communication within the team for better collaboration and decision making.
  • Enhanced problem-solving skills within the team through facilitating brainstorming sessions and encouraging creative thinking.

DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE

Licensed Sales Agent
05.2013 - Current

Job overview

Advertised client properties on websites, through social media and in real estate guides

  • Represented buyers and sellers of developed and undeveloped properties
  • Accompanied buyers and sellers to their home inspections and appraisals
  • Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print
  • Communicated with clients to understand their property needs and preferences
  • Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration
  • Acted as liaison between buyers and sellers to ensure positive experiences for both parties
  • Directed the work of over 60 Independent contractors.

Win Morrison Realty - S

Manager
06.2021 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.

GOLD STAR LAUNDROMAT

President, Business Owner
06.2007 - 10.2012

Job overview

  • Gold Star Laundromat was a family owned business that operated for 5 years
  • Led the company through hard economic times making the company a profitable business with a hands-on approach to managing the operations.

WAFUNIF

Assistant to President of WAFUNIF
02.2002 - 11.2006

Job overview

  • Project development
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated them to other team members
  • Organized and attended meetings, including compiling all documents and reports ahead of time
  • Made strategic decisions regarding future targets
  • Developed innovative business plans
  • Submitted strategic plans for program improvements
  • Sourced qualified contacts and negotiated contracts.

THE TEMPLE OF UNDERSTANDING

Intern
01.2003 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • The Temple of Understanding is a NGO organization that has consulted its status with the Economic and Social counsel of the U.N
  • As a representative for this NGO, I attended the World Conference on racism, in Durban South Africa.

UN PANEL OF COUNSEL

Administrative Assistant/ Intern
01.2000 - 01.2002

Job overview

  • Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep
  • Directed guests and routed deliveries and courier services
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages
  • Helped distribute employee notices and mail around the office
  • Organized all new hire, security and temporary paperwork
  • Organized client documentation by checking files and verifying completeness of notes.

Education

REAL ESTATE LICENSE 2013 NYREI
New York, NY

University Overview

Hudson Valley Community College
Albany, NY

University Overview

Skills

  • Leadership experience
  • Decision-making ability
  • Clear communication skills
  • Maintains confidentiality
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Additional Education

Additional Education
  • Continuing education in Fair Housing
  • Coursework in Criminology and Criminal Justice
  • GED Law Business and Marketing

Timeline

Team Leader Manager
Corcoran Country Living
05.2024 - Current
Manager
Win Morrison Realty - S
06.2021 - 07.2023
Licensed Sales Agent
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE
05.2013 - Current
President, Business Owner
GOLD STAR LAUNDROMAT
06.2007 - 10.2012
Intern
THE TEMPLE OF UNDERSTANDING
01.2003 - 01.2005
Assistant to President of WAFUNIF
WAFUNIF
02.2002 - 11.2006
Administrative Assistant/ Intern
UN PANEL OF COUNSEL
01.2000 - 01.2002
REAL ESTATE LICENSE 2013 NYREI
Hudson Valley Community College
Manga Mwazi