Mike Lowery
Benton,AR
Summary
Customer-oriented sales professional with several years of experience building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing profit channels. Strategic-thinking leader with expertise in expanding network connections, persuasively introducing products, territory development, and revealing customer needs to deliver solutions.
I am returning to the world of Real Estate Sales and am looking for a way to supplement my income for the next 18-24 month while I am building my business. I have extensive experience in almost every aspect of the bars and restaurants including Serving, Bartending, Catering, and Management. I am educated in many different cuisines and styles of service, as well as spirits, wine, beer, and cocktails. Very organized, hard working restaurant professional with open availability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Closer
Investor Creator
Nashville, TN
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Generated sales reports detailing performance against targets.
- Assisted customers with technical support issues related to products purchased.
- Collaborated with marketing team on campaigns targeting new markets.
- Followed up with existing customers to maintain relationships and solicit feedback.
- Negotiated contracts with customers to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
Sales Advisor
Wanderlust Ventures
Irvine, CA
02.2021 - 08.2024
- Identified customer needs and tailored solutions accordingly.
- Gathered customer feedback to improve sales strategies.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Retail Investment Specialist
SVN Commercial Real Etstate
Santa Ana - Chicago, CA
03.2014 - 02.2021
- Identified risks associated with proposed investments and suggested appropriate risk mitigation measures.
- Collaborated with other departments such as accounting and finance to ensure accuracy of data used in analyses.
- Conducted due diligence on prospective investments, including review of financial statements and legal documents.
- Created presentations highlighting key findings from research projects for client meetings.
- Developed innovative solutions for enhancing returns while minimizing risks associated with investing.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about the latest developments in the industry.
- Formulated recommendations for portfolio rebalancing based on changing market conditions.
- Developed financial models to evaluate various investments and assess their profitability.
- Provided guidance to junior staff members regarding best practices in investment management.
Server - Bartender
Sellanes Steak Tavern
Laguna Beach, CA
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Prepared drinks according to standard recipes.
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Server - Bartneder
Haven Gastropub
Orange, CA
11.2012 - 01.2015
- Select and maintain custom draft beer rotation.
- Assist in tastings and selections of wine lists.
- Train current staff on all spirit, wine, and craft beer selections.
- Close restaurant for ownership.
- Handle all EOD's and cash from servers and bar staff.
- Create rotating and seasonal cocktail menus for owner approval.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA05-2007
Skills
- Customer service
- Training staff
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Cash handling
- Wine pairings
- Strong work ethic
- Cleanliness standards
- Suggestive selling
Affiliations
- AFC Benton girls soccer Coach
Timeline
Sales Closer
Investor Creator
08.2024 - 06.2025
Sales Advisor
Wanderlust Ventures
02.2021 - 08.2024
Server - Bartender
Sellanes Steak Tavern
01.2015 - 11.2018
Retail Investment Specialist
SVN Commercial Real Etstate
03.2014 - 02.2021
Server - Bartneder
Haven Gastropub
11.2012 - 01.2015
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Orange Coast College
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