Rebecca Therrien Watt
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Results-driven Sales Account Manager with over 10 years of experience in women’s apparel, specializing in client relationship management, brand growth, and revenue development. Proven track record of exceeding sales targets, building long-term partnerships with key accounts, and driving product placement in competitive retail environments. Skilled in trend analysis, merchandising strategy, inventory planning, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. Recognized for strong communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities with a passion for fashion and customer-focused sales solutions.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Break - Family Management
Watt Residence
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.2014 - Current
- Managed household operations for a family of five, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation, demonstrating strong organizational and multitasking skills transferable to sales territory management.
- Created flexible daily routines and coordinated educational and extracurricular activities, enhancing problem-solving abilities and adaptability in dynamic environments.
- Volunteered in community organizations, including local church and hospice, honing interpersonal skills and relationship-building through event coordination and fundraising efforts.
Account Sales Manager
Elan International, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.2007 - 01.2014
- Built and strengthened long-term business relationships with key clients, resulting in increased account retention and repeat business through proactive needs assessment and conflict resolution.
- Developed innovative sales strategies and promotional campaigns to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual targets, contributing to overall revenue growth.
- Served as primary point of contact for major accounts, conducting regular check-ins to reevaluate client requirements and ensure high levels of satisfaction, mirroring the client management essential in container shipping logistics.
- Prospected new business opportunities and negotiated contracts, adapting solutions to client-specific needs in a competitive market.
Assistant Community Director
Vision Development Group of Broward County, LLC.
07.2005 - 04.2007
- Oversaw daily operations, including financial processing, vendor payments, and resident retention initiatives, ensuring efficient workflow and compliance.
- Negotiated contracts with external vendors for services, optimizing costs and coordinating conversions, similar to managing supplier agreements in shipping logistics.
- Managed lease agreements and rent collections, applying sales techniques to retain residents and resolve issues promptly.
Construction Coordinator
Atlantic & Pacific Association Management, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
03.2004 - 07.2005
- Coordinated end-to-end closing transactions, from due diligence to post-closing processes, ensuring timely execution and stakeholder alignment-skills directly applicable to logistics coordination in container shipping.
- Oversaw project phases, including construction oversight, punch lists, and closeouts, while negotiating bid packages and preparing contract documents to meet deadlines and budgets.
- Assisted in sales, rental, and construction activities, demonstrating versatility in client-facing roles and project management.
Leasing Manager
Atlantic & Pacific Property Management, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2002 - 03.2004
- Led leasing and marketing efforts for a 230-unit luxury apartment community, touring prospective residents and presenting property features to close deals effectively.
- Processed and executed leasing contracts, negotiating terms to meet client needs and achieve occupancy goals, akin to selling shipping services and finalizing freight agreements.
- Prepared management reports and analyzed market trends to inform strategies, enhancing sales performance through data-driven insights.
Assistant Project Manager
Millennium Development Enterprises, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04.2000 - 01.2002
- Negotiated and executed commercial leasing contracts, managing design, entitlement, and construction processes for multiple projects.
- Handled legal aspects of projects, including contract preparation and compliance, ensuring all documentation supported development goals.
- Prepared correspondences, presentations, and reports, supporting team efforts in client communications and project delivery.
Education
Real Estate Salesperson License -
Florida Real Estate Board
FL01.1999
sales, marketing, project management
Skills
- B2B relationship building
- Account management
- Sales targeting
- Closing techniques
- Contract drafting
- Vendor negotiations
- Conflict resolution
- Project oversight
- Supply chain coordination
- Process optimization
- Client needs assessment
- Retention strategies
- Interpersonal communication
- Market trend analysis
- Promotional strategy development
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Yardi property management software
Certifications And Education
- Real Estate Salesperson License, Florida Real Estate Board, 1999
- Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Certification
- Additional coursework in sales, marketing, and project management, Available upon request
Timeline
Career Break - Family Management
Watt Residence
02.2014 - Current
Account Sales Manager
Elan International, Inc.
05.2007 - 01.2014
Assistant Community Director
Vision Development Group of Broward County, LLC.
07.2005 - 04.2007
Construction Coordinator
Atlantic & Pacific Association Management, Inc.
03.2004 - 07.2005
Leasing Manager
Atlantic & Pacific Property Management, Inc.
01.2002 - 03.2004
Assistant Project Manager
Millennium Development Enterprises, Inc.
04.2000 - 01.2002
Real Estate Salesperson License -
Florida Real Estate Board