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Maryann Ries

Naples

Summary

An energetic, client-focused consultant with a proven track record in consumer packaged goods sales, marketing, and real estate. I consistently foster long-term, productive relationships and drive negotiations for favorable outcomes. Proficient in problem-solving, market analysis, continuous growth, learning, and project management. I leverage my expertise to deliver tailored solutions that exceed client expectations.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Real Estate Consultant

Compass/Comey and Shepherd
Cincinnati
12.2004 - Current
  • Successfully negotiated and closed 600+ real estate transactions across three states, providing the financial freedom to pivot to a new career that serves my passion for world travel.
  • Grew our business until 85% of our clients came from referrals and past clients, as a result of outstanding customer service.
  • Conferred closely with clients to understand needs and financial means related to planned property purchases.
  • Cultivated strong client connections, building trust to foster loyalty and long-term business connections.
  • Established collaborative relationships with lenders, brokers, and other professionals in the real estate industry, in addition to our clients.
  • Worked with a diverse group of people across many different levels of experience, professions, and personalities.
  • Maintained a current and accurate CRM database of prospective customers, historic transactions, client information, and sources of business.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, requiring creative problem-solving, attentiveness, and putting the needs of the client first.
  • Effectively managed critical timelines for multiple transactions at all times.
  • Provided client guidance regarding market conditions, mortgage options, and legal requirements, using excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Prepared and delivered creative and dynamic sales presentations based on the wants and needs of the client, resulting in a 90% capture rate on listing presentations.
  • Established key business relationships within industry by using responsiveness, efficiency and deep knowledge of real estate industry.
  • Explained financial requirements and analytical data to potential buyers and sellers using many resources (Excel, email, Word, internet, DotLoop, PowerPoint, MLS, and other resources).
  • Drove real estate negotiations to serve client interests and achieve favorable terms for all parties.
  • Created detailed reports outlining property values, rental rates, taxes, and other costs associated with real estate investments.

Corporate Account Executive for Kroger

SC Johnson
Cincinnati
03.1998 - 12.2004
  • Was responsible for the nationwide Kroger (and affiliates) account for multiple product groups including Ziploc, Saran Wrap, Handi-Wrap, Edge, Skintimate, Glade, Raid and other SC Johnson Brands.
  • Communicated regularly with internal teams regarding customer requirements and expectations.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to develop customized solutions for Kroger based on their needs and requirements.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients ensuring mutually beneficial terms were met.
  • Provided regular reports on account performance and progress to senior management at SC Johnson and Kroger.
  • Ensured appropriate follow-up was conducted after each sales call or meeting with a client.
  • Developed business plans to include account prioritization, and brand growth.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful execution of projects.
  • Used excellent written and verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Negotiated, secured and applied special price and promotion agreements with sales management.

Brand Manager

DowBrands
Indianapolis
06.1986 - 03.1998
  • Trained and worked in all disciplines of marketing (marketing research, advertising, sales promotion, public relations, and field sales) prior to being promoted to brand manager in 1992.
  • Managed all financial elements of the brand including forecasting and profit statements.
  • Expanded personnel skill sets by leading the marketing and production team, both individually and in groups.
  • Developed consumer insights tracking, and conducted market research to identify consumer trends and preferences.
  • Planned, developed, and led the negotiation of key business partnerships with grocery and non-food trade in which our products were sold.
  • Monitored competitors' activities to stay ahead in the market.
  • Analyzed competitors' brands and products to develop unique positioning for the company's offerings.
  • Created content for media campaigns, website brochures, press releases, and other marketing materials.

Education

200 Hour Certified Yoga Instructor -

Dallas Yoga Center
Dallas, TX
08-2024

Florida Real Estate License -

VanEd
Florida
06-2021

Ohio Real Estate License -

Hondros College Real Estate
Cincinnati
12-2004

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
02-1986

Skills

  • Service excellence and client satisfaction
  • Exceptional written and oral communication, articulate, and persuasive
  • Comparable market analysis
  • Sales presentations
  • Organizational skills
  • Ongoing client relationship management
  • Negotiation skills resulting in wins for all parties
  • Project management
  • Customer engagement
  • Attention to detail
  • Revenue, profit, and expense management
  • Client needs assessment and collaboration
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Dot Loop, MLS, internet research, and planning
  • Marketing - thinking from the clients viewpoint

Affiliations

  • World Travel
  • Snow skiing
  • Hiking
  • Fitness (yoga, HIIT, walking, biking, strength training)
  • Cooking
  • Reading/Writing

Accomplishments

  • In the process of completing a book that I have written
  • Five star professional award 2013 - 2024 - this is a client nominated award and only 1% of all agents have received this honor for more than ten years.
  • Circle of Excellence - Realtor Alliance of Greater Cincinnati 2006-2024
  • Ohio Association of Realtors - Presidents Club 2006 - 2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Residential Real Estate Consultant

Compass/Comey and Shepherd
12.2004 - Current

Corporate Account Executive for Kroger

SC Johnson
03.1998 - 12.2004

Brand Manager

DowBrands
06.1986 - 03.1998

200 Hour Certified Yoga Instructor -

Dallas Yoga Center

Florida Real Estate License -

VanEd

Ohio Real Estate License -

Hondros College Real Estate

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Ball State University

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