Verified
This profile is verified using an email address.
Paul Matthews
Fort Collins,United States
Summary
Real estate professional with a strong track record of facilitating $49 million in residential transactions. Demonstrates exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, ensuring clients are well-informed throughout the buying and selling process. Committed to delivering reliable service and fostering client trust across Northern Colorado.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Broker Associate/Partner
The Group, Inc. Real Estate
Fort Collins, CO
08.2017 - Current
- Facilitated $49 million in residential real estate transactions for clients from 2017-2026.
- Managed real estate transactions across Northern Colorado, serving clients from Thornton to Wellington and Loveland to Greeley.
- Negotiated contracts to ensure favorable terms for clients.
- Conducted market research to inform pricing strategies and property valuations.
- Facilitated client property showings to enhance buyer engagement.
Public Relations Director - Northern Colorado
Banner Health
Loveland, CO
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Oversaw public relations for three Banner Health hospitals in Northern Colorado
- Directed external communications strategy for Northern Colorado market
- Facilitated media relations for effective communication with local press
- Developed internal communications for 5,000-plus Banner Health employees in market
- Supported social media initiatives for Northern Colorado to increase community engagement
Public Relations Director
Banner Health - Western Division
Loveland, Colo.
07.2012 - 10.2016
- Directed public relations activities for 10 Banner Health hospitals in six states
- Coordinated media outreach to increase brand visibility across multiple platforms
- Developed comprehensive communication strategies to align messaging with organizational goals
- Aided in developing targeted marketing strategies for diverse service lines to improve patient engagement
- Created marketing materials to support promotional campaigns
- Supported the distribution of internal messages to ensure employee awareness
Public Relations Director for McKee Medical Center
Banner Health
Loveland, Colo.
09.2008 - 07.2012
- Oversaw public relations for McKee Medical Center, a 115-bed acute care hospital in Loveland, Colo., enhancing community engagement and brand visibility.
- Developed strategic communication plans for McKee initiatives and community outreach programs, including collateral, social media, newsletters and event planning.
- Managed media relations, fostering partnerships with local and regional news outlets.
Public Relations Manager
Banner Alzheimer's Institute
Phoenix, AZ
07.2006 - 09.2008
- Directed media relations
- Managed all internal and external communications
- Contributed to development of advertising campaigns to enhance brand visibility
- Curated content for electronic staff newsletter to engage and inform employees
- Developed print collateral
- Maintained and updated Banner Alzheimer's Institute website to ensure current information and user accessibility
Assistant Metro Editor, Page 1 Team
The Arizona Republic
Phoenix, AZ
10.2005 - 07.2006
- Collaborated with reporters, editors, photographers and graphic artists to uphold quality standards for front page stories, ensuring impactful coverage and reader engagement.
- Edited and refined content for clarity and accuracy before publishing.
- Coordinated with copy desk to ensure quality of all aspects of front page presentation.
Night City Editor
The Arizona Republic
Phoenix, AZ
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Coordinated breaking news coverage, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Edited late-breaking stories to enhance clarity and engagement for readers.
- Supervised evening newsroom operations to ensure timely coverage through final deadline.
Multimedia Editor
The Arizona Republic
Phoenix, AZ
09.2001 - 01.2004
- Wrote, produced and presented stories from The Arizona Republic for NBC affiliate Channel 12 (KPNX).
- Executed live news reports on location at news locations.
- Wrote stories and performed live shots for Friday Night Fever, a weekly high school sports show.
- Coordinated on-air appearances at Channel 12 by reporters from The Arizona Republic.
Reporter
East Valley Tribune
Mesa, AZ
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Wrote enterprise stories, providing in-depth coverage on complex issues
- Cultivated relationships with key sources, enhancing report reliability and depth
- Covered breaking news, police beat, higher education, city government and general assignment beats
- Met production deadlines consistently, ensuring timely delivery of news
Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
Colorado State University
01-2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Journalism
Arizona State University
01-1994
Skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Business Development
- Salesmanship
- Real estate transactions
- Market research
- Property valuation
- Client engagement
- Public relations strategy
- Media relations
- Communication strategy
Timeline
Broker Associate/Partner
The Group, Inc. Real Estate
08.2017 - Current
Public Relations Director - Northern Colorado
Banner Health
10.2016 - 05.2017
Public Relations Director
Banner Health - Western Division
07.2012 - 10.2016
Public Relations Director for McKee Medical Center
Banner Health
09.2008 - 07.2012
Public Relations Manager
Banner Alzheimer's Institute
07.2006 - 09.2008
Assistant Metro Editor, Page 1 Team
The Arizona Republic
10.2005 - 07.2006
Night City Editor
The Arizona Republic
01.2004 - 08.2005
Multimedia Editor
The Arizona Republic
09.2001 - 01.2004
Reporter
East Valley Tribune
01.1994 - 01.1998
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Journalism
Arizona State University