Rob Cowger
Edmond,OK
Summary
Success is measured by results. In every business I have ever chosen to do I have had great success. My most challenging and rewarding task in life has been raising my family. Family is so important. I have a beautiful wife, 3 kids - 1 daughter and 2 sons, 3 grandkids. Unconditional love makes life worth living.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Broker
Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Paramount
03.2019 - Current
- I bought a BHGRE franchise and brought it to Oklahoma in March of 2019.
- I recruited, trained and managed 150 Realtors while selling real estate as well.
- Developed successful marketing strategies to promote properties and maximize exposure.
- Advised clients on mortgage and housing conditions to identify successful properties and promote customer satisfaction.
- Negotiated real estate contracts to navigate transactions between buyers and sellers.
Broker Owner
Metro First Realty Of Edmond
10.2007 - 03.2019
- I took over an office that had been operating for over a year and only had 3 Realtors. After the 1st year I was up to 60+ Realtors. After 3 years I was up to 150+ Realtors.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by budgets, accounts and costs.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems managing Realtors to enhance they're production.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
Professional Realtor
RE/MAX Preferred Properties
05.1994 - 10.2007
- Sold all types of real estate: Residential, Commercial, Land, Lease both residential and commercial
- Worked with buyers and sellers helping them achieve their real estate needs.
- Advertised sellers properties through websites, social media and real estate guides.
- Communicated with buyers to understand their property needs and preferences.
- Prepared and presented contracts and other legal documents to clients.
- Built and managed a top award winning team.
Realtor Sales Associate
Churchill-Brown
05.1993 - 05.1994
- Transitioned from the car business to real estate
- Learned the ins and outs to selling real estate and become a top producer.
- Watched the industry go from using MLS Books that were printed every 2 weeks to MLS online. Logged in on DOS and a fax line. Backed things up on floppy disk. Hand wrote offers and hand delivered them. Contracts were a total of 3 pages.
Car Salesman /F&I Manager
Crown Auto World/Quality Chevrolet/Bob Howard Auto
02.1991 - 05.1993
- Started by selling cars (BMW/Alfa Romeo/Jeep/Eagle/Buick/Used)
- Quickly became one of the leading sales people by positive attitude, overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating prices and delivering cars.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- After about 6 months I was recruited to F&I management and used that experience to move on to 3 other dealerships as F&I manager.
General Manager/Director of Operations
Various States And Restaurants
06.1983 - 02.1990
- While attending college I did many duties in the restaurant business from host, server assistant, waiter, bartender, cook, trainer, assistant manager.
- After college I chose a career in the restaurant business.
- It took me from Oklahoma to Texas to Maryland and back to Oklahoma.
- Restaurant names: El Zocalo, Harrigans, Oyster Kracker, Trio at the Avalon, Garfield's and a few others.
- In Dallas I became a General Manager and then the Director of Operations overseeing approximately 10 restaurants spread out all over Texas.
Home Improvement Specialist
Cowger Construction
01.1975 - 01.1983
- My dad was in construction and home improvements for my whole life. I went to work with him on weekends and summers from the age of about 12. I learned to do all types of construction.
- Unlike today's builder where the builder is more of a coordinator of subs, we actually did all the work.
- For example: Back in the day when we built on a room addition we did it all. We dug the footing, poured the slab, framed structure, bricked or siding, electrical, plumbing, roofing, drywall, texture paint, trim, landscape etc.
- After High School I started my own company until I decided to attend College and work in restaurants.
Education
Business Administration And Management
Central State University
Edmond, OKSkills
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Upbeat and Positive Personality
- Trustworthy and Dependable
- Self Confidence
- Conflict Resolution
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Self-Motivated
When I'm not working you might find me playing Golf or Fishing. Love spending time outside.
If the weather isn't permitting to enjoy my day off outside, you might find me in the kitchen cooking a special meal. Days like that I love to relax, curl up with a blanket and watch a good movie or sporting event and play with our pets.
Timeline
Real Estate Broker
Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Paramount
03.2019 - Current
Broker Owner
Metro First Realty Of Edmond
10.2007 - 03.2019
Professional Realtor
RE/MAX Preferred Properties
05.1994 - 10.2007
Realtor Sales Associate
Churchill-Brown
05.1993 - 05.1994
Car Salesman /F&I Manager
Crown Auto World/Quality Chevrolet/Bob Howard Auto
02.1991 - 05.1993
General Manager/Director of Operations
Various States And Restaurants
06.1983 - 02.1990
Home Improvement Specialist
Cowger Construction
01.1975 - 01.1983
Business Administration And Management
Central State University
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