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Mary Prados Peterson

Martinez,CA

Summary

Project manager and business development manager with extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, and risk management. Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget while meeting all objectives. Improving market share, presentation and excellent client services. Strong collaborator skilled in working with diverse teams to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

Common Interest Management Services
San Ramon, CA
12.2021 - Current

Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines to ensure timely delivery of all deliverables.

  • Developed project plans, timelines, and budgets while minimizing risks through strategic mitigation strategies.
  • Facilitated regular meetings to discuss progress and resolve project issues promptly.
  • Built strong partnerships with teams, vendors, and contractors to enhance collaboration.
  • Monitored project progress against quality standards and addressed any deviations.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of project documents, including specifications and change orders.
  • Forecasted and scheduled project timelines, monitoring personnel performance for cost efficiency.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of job sites to assess quality and progress.

Business Development Manager

A. C. Enterprizes
Hayward, CA
03.2016 - 12.2021
  • Developed strategic partnerships to expand business opportunities and market reach.
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging customer segments and trends.
  • Managed client relationships through regular communication, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
  • Led presentations for stakeholders to showcase product offerings and value propositions.
  • Analyzed competitor activities to inform strategic planning and positioning.
  • Facilitated negotiations with potential clients to close deals efficiently.
  • Spearheaded initiatives for lead generation, resulting in increased company revenue.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to design promotional materials and enhance visibility.

Business Development Manager

Swedelson Gottlieb
Los Angeles, CA
05.1997 - 03.2016
  • Developed strategic partnerships to enhance business opportunities and market reach.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business strategies and initiatives.
  • Managed client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and retention through regular communication.
  • Led presentations to stakeholders, showcasing product offerings and value propositions.
  • Analyzed competitor activities to inform strategic planning and positioning efforts.
  • Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
  • Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
  • Determined business development opportunities and implemented effective strategy for client acquisition.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with executive leadership team members to discuss progress toward goals.
  • Established new customer accounts using negotiation and sales closing abilities.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and market share.
  • Generated leads and capitalized on valuable business opportunities to bring in new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
  • Created presentations to attract new business opportunities.
  • Developed short-term and long-term vision and strategy to achieve targeted sales objectives.
  • Researched target markets to understand the needs of current and potential customers.
  • Attended tradeshows and conferences to network with potential clients.
  • Monitored competitors' activities, prices, products, and services in order to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Collaborated with marketing team members to design promotional materials.
  • Prepared reports on sales performance metrics such as revenue growth rate, conversion rates and lead-to-customer ratios.
  • Optimized operational processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness in business development activities.
  • Spearheaded market research initiatives to identify new business opportunities and areas for expansion.
  • Fostered long-term partnerships with key industry players to enhance market presence.

Business Development Specialist

Berding & Weil
Alamo, CA
06.1994 - 04.1997
  • Developed strategic partnerships to enhance business opportunities and market reach.
  • Conducted market research to identify new customer segments and emerging trends.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business strategies and initiatives.
  • Managed client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and retention through regular communication.
  • Led presentations to stakeholders, showcasing product offerings and value propositions.
  • Facilitated negotiations with potential clients to close deals effectively and efficiently.
  • Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
  • Determined business development opportunities and implemented effective strategy for client acquisition.
  • Developed short-term and long-term vision and strategy to achieve targeted sales objectives.
  • Attended tradeshows and conferences to network with potential clients.
  • Conducted research on industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs.
  • Coordinated with marketing team to develop promotional materials and campaigns.

Education

Business Management + Marketing

California State University East Bay
Hayward, CA

Skills

  • Project management
  • Budget management
  • Team collaboration
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Time management
  • Client relationship management
  • Market analysis
  • Negotiation techniques
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Project planning
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Schedule management
  • Budget preparation
  • Productivity improvement
  • Processes and procedures
  • Presentations
  • Project development and lifecycle
  • Budget control
  • Planning and scheduling
  • Data analysis
  • Client relations
  • Project closure
  • Budget development and adherence
  • Workforce training
  • Project development

Accomplishments

  • 2016-2022: Co-Chair CAI Bay/Cen Chapter Golf Tournament
  • 2021-2023: Committee Member CAI Bay/Cen Chapter Ladies Tea
  • 2020-2022: Committee Member CAI Bay/Cen CAI Cares
  • 2010-2013: CAI California North Chapter
  • 2010-2013: Chair CAI California North Chapter Annual Awards Gala
  • 1997-2000: CAI Bay Area Chapter Board Member

Affiliations

  • Current: Contra Costa coordinator for Free Mom Hugs
  • Habitat for Humanity volunteer (construction)
  • Lifetime athlete and passion for sports, high school & college level athletics. Love the outdoors, skiing, hiking and cycling just to name a few. I have the pleasure of working with our youth as a coach and mentor, through various recreational sports programs and faith based youth programs. Love my family and friends wholeheartedly.

Timeline

Project Manager

Common Interest Management Services
12.2021 - Current

Business Development Manager

A. C. Enterprizes
03.2016 - 12.2021

Business Development Manager

Swedelson Gottlieb
05.1997 - 03.2016

Business Development Specialist

Berding & Weil
06.1994 - 04.1997

Business Management + Marketing

California State University East Bay