Megan Carlson
Summary
Motivated, experienced professional with over 10 years of expertise in communication, sales, marketing, event planning, and leadership. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams in dynamic metropolitan marketplaces across multiple geographic regions. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a minor/emphasis in Finance. Expert in proofreading and editing, CRM database management, and leading teams both in-person and virtually.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Real Broker, LLC
Virginia Beach
01.2023 - Current
- Exceeded sales quota by selling $5 million in residential real estate in 2025.
- Communicated with sellers and buyers to understand property needs, timelines, and budgets.
- Developed positive relationships with lenders, appraisers, home inspectors, and escrow companies.
- Facilitated negotiations, managed paperwork, and ensured compliance through thorough file audits.
Military Liaison
US Navy, Strike Fighter Squadron 154
Lemoore
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Acted as direct liaison between the Commanding Officer (CO) of a Navy operational strike fighter squadron and 400 troops.
- Coordinated group logistics during movements and deployments.
- Managed event planning, purchasing, accounting, fundraising, and budgeting for squadron events and holidays.
- Maintained up-to-date communication channels, including email, website, and group messaging.
- Assisted CO with airline travel and accommodations.
- Organized funding and donations for NAS Lemoore Food Pantry.
- Protected sensitive information of command spouses, vendors, and staff.
Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Realty
Lemoore
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Oversaw leasing division for multi-unit properties and single-family homes.
- Produced timely and accurate lease agreements.
- Managed financial transactions and negotiated contracts to secure favorable terms for clients.
- Delivered market analysis reports and provided exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated strong time management and leadership skills.
Director of Office Operations
American Marketing Systems Inc.
San Diego
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Oversaw leasing division, including property management of multi-unit/commercial properties and single-family homes.
- Prepared financial reports (weekly, monthly, yearly) and tracked office spending within strict budgets.
- Processed financial transactions and reduced maintenance costs by 25%.
- Doubled unit inventory during tenure.
- Enhanced long-term tenant retention by factoring in seasonality and maintenance costs.
- Managed maintenance budgets for various properties.
- Interviewed and hired office staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Finance
University of Phoenix
San Diego, CASkills
- Customer relationship management
- Problem-solving
- Follow-up
- Contingency planning
- Financial statement analysis
- Accounting records maintenance
- Docusign
- Instanet
- Microsoft 365
- Canva
- Lofty
- FUB
- YLOPO
- Adobe
Certification
- Licensed Real Estate Agent in California
- Licensed Real Estate Agent in Virginia
Timeline
Sales Associate
Real Broker, LLC
01.2023 - Current
Military Liaison
US Navy, Strike Fighter Squadron 154
01.2020 - 01.2023
Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Realty
01.2011 - 01.2014
Director of Office Operations
American Marketing Systems Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Finance
University of Phoenix