MARQUIS HORACE
Los Angeles
Summary
Creative and detail-oriented Design Professional with 24+ years of experience in design and project management for retail, office, and residential new construction and remodels. Skilled in transforming concepts into visually compelling designs that align with brand identity and client objectives. Proficient in industry-standard design software, including 2020 Design Live. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions within tight deadlines. Passionate about user-centered design, aesthetics, and functionality. Proven track record of enhancing brand engagement and elevating design quality through strategic creativity and problem-solving.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Agent
AGEE REALTY
08.2014 - Current
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of commercial and residential sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
Senior Lead Designer /Sales Associate
The Home Depot Inc
12.2000 - Current
- Balance aesthetic appeal with functionality in all designs, ensuring end-user satisfaction and engagement.
- Establish strong relationships with clients through exceptional communication, earning trust and repeat business opportunities.
- Present design concepts to clients, addressing concerns and making revisions as needed for approval.
- Create visually appealing interfaces using advanced design tools and software programs.
- Mentor junior designers, providing feedback on their work and fostering skill development within the team.
- Stay current with industry best practices and tools, attending workshops and conferences to continually sharpen skills.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and exceeding client expectations.
- Reduce design process timeline with efficient workflow management and collaboration techniques.
- Participate in regular team meetings to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and solutions implemented for ongoing improvement.
- Contribute creative ideas during brainstorming sessions, fostering a culture of innovation within the team.
- Lead a team of designers for successful project completion, resulting in increased client satisfaction.
- Review project requirements to plan workflows and evaluate client time and budget constraints.
- Build relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Collaborated with management team to develop sales strategies and goals, aligning with company objectives.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of design elements into final products.
- Listen to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA08-1998
Skills
- Technical Skills: 2020 Design Live, Photoshop, Excel, Word
- Soft Skills: Creative Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Time Management & Multitasking, Communication & Collaboration, Adaptability & Willingness to Learn, Client Relationship Management, Leadership & Mentorship
Accomplishments
- Multi Year Specialty Design Performance #1 District, #1 Regional, top 10 National. "Employee of the Month" (2023-2024)
- Exceeded yearly quota by 68% FY 2024
- Led the redesign of Home Depot's showroom and PRO Services resulting in increase in brand recognition and customer engagement.
- Successfully managed and delivered over a 1000 design projects on time and within budget, collaborating with professionals engaged on such projects to meet business objectives.
- Chosen by Home Depot Corporate for the redesigning and implementing new design process Which Streamlined the design workflow by implementing new tools and processes, reducing project turnaround time.
- Mentored junior designers, fostering skill development and improving overall team productivity.
Affiliations
- National Association Of Realtors
- NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association)
Certification
- Real Estate Salesperson License #01958560 - California Real Estate Commission.
Awards
Home Depot Vendor Top Performer 2005 - Present
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
AGEE REALTY
08.2014 - Current
Senior Lead Designer /Sales Associate
The Home Depot Inc
12.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
University of California, Berkeley
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