Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Interests
cars, antiques, good food. my shih-tzus, spending time with my husband and refurbishing homes
Work Preference
Timeline
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Pamela MCDONALD

Summary

Enthusiastic, versatile and creative sales and marketing professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability with relationship-based, consultative sales. Integrity, reliability and strong work ethic demonstrated throughout work history.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Realtor

ReMax Experts
02.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated various aspects of real estate transactions such as inspections, appraisals, and financing arrangements, minimizing delays and challenges for clients.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients through excellent communication, personalized service, and dedication to their needs.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction with diligent follow-up after closing, ensuring a positive experience overall.
  • Developed strong knowledge of local market conditions, allowing for accurate pricing strategies and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally throughout the entire transaction process.
  • Generated leads for potential buyers and sellers by hosting open houses, conducting market analysis, and networking within the community.
  • Assisted clients in navigating complex financial transactions, ensuring a smooth process from start to end.
  • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.

Director of Special Markets (sales )

Dermatec Direct LLC
01.1996 - Current
  • Company Overview: Medical Supplies
  • Via phone and in person research and sell special markets (medical and non-medical volume accounts)
  • Manage a group from 8-30 sales reps
  • Coordinate and submit government bids
  • Design all marketing materials including company logo, catalogues, business cards, sales flyers and trade show booth / materials
  • Perform special projects for and report directly to CEO
  • Assist with import duties and inventory control
  • Top sales producer last 15 years
  • Personal sales comprise 25-35% of total company gross revenue
  • Corporate sales to Publix Supermarkets
  • Medical Supplies
  • Also sell to Food processors, Farms, Funeral home prep rooms, Veterinarians, taxidermist, auto manufacturers and any other industry where product is applicable

Real Estate Sales / Auctioneer

Coldwell Banker Plantation Realty
01.1998 - 01.2007
  • Part time real estate sales throughout the State of Florida
  • 6 year winner of the Multi-Million Dollar Producer Award (Top 50 Agents in Florida)

Auctioneer

Manheim Auto Auction
01.1997 - 01.2004
  • Auctioned automobiles two nights per week

Area Manager

AT&T Atlantic
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Supervised staff of 125 inside sales representatives
  • Coordinated lead distribution, sales paperwork and staff schedules
  • Completed all required sales projections and performance reports
  • Sold communication hardware and add-ons to businesses throughout the entire U.S
  • Verified all appointments made for outside sales representatives
  • Group won Top Sales Award (highest net profit) 3 years consecutively

Specialty Diamond Buyer

Zales Jewelers
01.1988 - 01.1993
  • Promoted after 2 years to be one of four (countrywide) Specialty Buyers
  • Identified needs, procured products and one-on-one sales of unique diamond jewelry
  • Created special event marketing themes and executed coordinating displays at trade shows
  • Winner of President's Circle Award (Top 10 Sales in Company) 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993
  • Extensive travel throughout the Northeast

Optical Apprentice

One Hour Optical
01.1985 - 01.1988
  • Start to finish sale and fit of prescription eyewear
  • Performed up sell to higher quality products
  • Met or exceeded sales quota every month
  • Worked in on-premises laboratory

Department Manager

Maas Brothers Department Stores
01.1984 - 01.1985
  • Responsible for sales of retail products in Children's Departments at 3 locations
  • Supervised staff of 18 retail sales professionals including training and scheduling
  • Performed inventory control, product stocking and displays, weekly profitability reports

Bartender

Sweetwaters Restaurant
01.1982 - 01.1984
  • Worked my way through school as a mixologist and server of beverages

Education

Life Chiropractic College - chiropractic philosophies and the art of hands-on manipulation

FL
Marietta, GA
01.1988

University of South Florida - Anatomy and Physiology

University of South Florida
01.1985

Associate of Arts - Business and Sciences

Polk & Hillsborough Community Colleges
Lakeland, FL
01.1984

Skills

  • Top Sales Achiever
  • Superior Account Retention
  • Customer Service
  • Sales Presentations
  • Trainer
  • Design Marketing Programs
  • Sales Staff Supervision
  • Trade Show Coordination
  • Specialty Market Development
  • Catalogue / Promotional Materials Design
  • Inventory Control
  • Merchandising
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Tech-savvy mindset
  • Negotiation
  • Sales negotiation
  • Leasing and sales
  • Pricing negotiation
  • Lending
  • Purchase agreements
  • Leads generation
  • New market research
  • Networking and prospecting
  • Works well independently
  • Client-oriented
  • Excellent teamwork
  • Sales closing
  • [State] licensed real estate agent

Certification

  • Florida Mortgage Broker License, 01/01/06
  • Florida Real Estate License, 01/01/97
  • Florida Auctioneers License, 01/01/96

Affiliations

  • National Association of Realtors
  • lakeland Association of realtors

Interests

  • Animal Care
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends
  • I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
  • Astrology
  • Historical Exploration
  • Baking
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • DIY and Home Improvement

cars, antiques, good food. my shih-tzus, spending time with my husband and refurbishing homes

love fast cars,  2016 Dodge Hellcat !!

my shih-tzus are my babies.. all 4 of them

love spending time with my husband and gallivanting

my husband and I like refurbishing home and selling them

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Timeline

Realtor

ReMax Experts
02.2024 - Current

Real Estate Sales / Auctioneer

Coldwell Banker Plantation Realty
01.1998 - 01.2007

Auctioneer

Manheim Auto Auction
01.1997 - 01.2004

Director of Special Markets (sales )

Dermatec Direct LLC
01.1996 - Current

Area Manager

AT&T Atlantic
01.1993 - 01.1996

Specialty Diamond Buyer

Zales Jewelers
01.1988 - 01.1993

Optical Apprentice

One Hour Optical
01.1985 - 01.1988

Department Manager

Maas Brothers Department Stores
01.1984 - 01.1985

Bartender

Sweetwaters Restaurant
01.1982 - 01.1984

University of South Florida - Anatomy and Physiology

University of South Florida

Associate of Arts - Business and Sciences

Polk & Hillsborough Community Colleges

Life Chiropractic College - chiropractic philosophies and the art of hands-on manipulation

FL
Pamela MCDONALD