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Melissa Aymond

Melissa Aymond

Hammond,LA

Summary

Well qualified educator, salesperson, and mediator with proven success in improving processes and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers, and associates to further team goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Focused on aligning with a company culture, mission, a purpose that is concerned with sustainability in a changing professional world. Enthusiastic professional with drive and determination to succeed in new business development. Excellent communicator skilled at relating with people at all levels and offering flexibility of working well on teams or individually.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

NextHome Real Estate Professionals
Hammond, LA
09.2015 - Current
  • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
  • Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
  • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
  • Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
  • Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections and credit reports.
  • Confirmed compliance with federal and state laws to enforce regulations and monitor sales.
  • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
  • Marketed and sold property for clients by hosting open houses and advertising online and in print.
  • Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
  • Generated leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
  • Leveraged market knowledge and analysis to provide guidance and advice on best options for clients.
  • Educated clients looking to sell or buy on current market conditions, legal requirements, pricing, and mortgages.
  • Developed new business and managed new and existing clients.

Residential Real Estate Appraiser

Maurin Appraisal Services
Hammond, LA
12.2012 - 05.2018
  • Produced reports with detailed valuations.
  • Documented condition and special features to provide accurate estimations.
  • Answered customer questions and provided information about findings.
  • Maintained high work volume and tight deadlines.
  • Inspected properties first-hand, collected measurements and reviewed historical documents to complete thorough evaluations.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Fielded customer complaints and facilitated negotiations, resolving issues and reaching mutual conclusions.
  • Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.

Teacher

Tangipahoa Parish School System
Ponchatoula, LA
08.2009 - 07.2015
  • Ponchatoula High School: Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology
  • St. Joseph School: Math and Science
  • Martha Vinyard Elementary School: Math and Science
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Implemented and encouraged debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.

Financial Aid Counselor

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
03.2007 - 05.2009
  • Designed financial aid reward packages, aligning contents with individuals' monetary and logistical needs.
  • Reviewed financial aid appeals, issuing secondary and final judgments on award packages.
  • Counseled students and parents about financial aid options and program details.
  • Processed unique financial aid profiles for undergrad and post-grad applications.
  • Represented financial aid office at group meetings with high school students and parents.
  • Presented financial aid workshops to help groups of students and parents navigate process.

Instructor of Freshman Success

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
08.2008 - 12.2008
  • Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students
  • Reviewed class and student records to look for areas in need of improvement and implement plans of action
  • Monitored student progress through test administration and adapted learning plans to optimize progress
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems

Financial Services Specialist

AmSouth Bank
Hammond, LA
01.2007 - 03.2007
  • Offered competitive commercial banking solutions and retail financing options.
  • Built and deepened productive relationships with prospective and competitive customers to drive sustained growth.
  • Developed and delivered financial presentations to drive client engagement

Manager Trainee

Ochsner Clinic Foundation
New Orleans, LA
2006 - 2006
  • Participated in first, six-month manager trainee program for MBA/MPH students/recent graduates.
  • Enhanced supervisory and leadership abilities by working closely with supervisors.
  • Pursued every opportunity to learn about clinic and administrative management at all levels and improve team member support.

Graduate Assistant

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
06.2005 - 07.2006

Teller

AmSouth Bank
Hammond, LA
05.2002 - 04.2004

Education

Alternative Certification -

LRCE: Teach Louisiana
Louisiana
05.2010

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Southeastern Louisiana University
05.2008

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Southeastern Louisiana University
05.2005

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Negotiation
  • Strategic Marketing and Advertising
  • Value-Add Selling
  • Business-to-Business Selling
  • Production and Presentation Skills
  • Prospecting
  • Solution-Based Sales
  • Skilled Negotiation and Contract Administration
  • Cross-selling
  • Client Acquisition
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Creative Questioning

Accomplishments

    Leadership Tangipahoa: Class of 2018

Timeline

Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

NextHome Real Estate Professionals
09.2015 - Current

Residential Real Estate Appraiser

Maurin Appraisal Services
12.2012 - 05.2018

Teacher

Tangipahoa Parish School System
08.2009 - 07.2015

Instructor of Freshman Success

Southeastern Louisiana University
08.2008 - 12.2008

Financial Aid Counselor

Southeastern Louisiana University
03.2007 - 05.2009

Financial Services Specialist

AmSouth Bank
01.2007 - 03.2007

Graduate Assistant

Southeastern Louisiana University
06.2005 - 07.2006

Teller

AmSouth Bank
05.2002 - 04.2004

Manager Trainee

Ochsner Clinic Foundation
2006 - 2006

Alternative Certification -

LRCE: Teach Louisiana

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Southeastern Louisiana University

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Southeastern Louisiana University

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