Suzanne Alston Agasi
San Francisco Bay Area,CA
Summary
I have the ability to engage critical community members in meaningful conversations leading to significant gifts and support Mount Holyoke College. My essence is as a dedicated personal Fundraiser for over 3 decades while working full time jobs. Raised $50K for AIDS Research plus trained and cycled thousands of miles in 4 (Four) consecutive AIDSRides Created popular Hottie Auction charity event raising $35K for St. Luke's Hospital Women's Cardiovascular unit. Raised over $20K (plus literally tons of wardrobe items) for Ruby's Place and various domestic violence organizations via custom Clothing Swap events. Raised money for Books not Bombs in New York City to support during Hurricane Katrina via my custom Book/Media Swap event. Designed and implemented targeted fundraising strategies for assigned charities in specific regions, including identifying priorities, cultivating interest, and matching donor interests to sponsors and potential entertainment, P.R and Press. This past experience in strategic planning and goal-setting for fundraising initiatives includes ability to travel frequently to engage with donors and prospects. Met with donors, sponsors, attended and hosted events, and represented ClothingSwap.com externally.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
REALTOR®
Marker Luxury Properties
San Francisco Bay Area
01.2011 - Current
- Real Estate professional in the San Francisco Bay Area, targeting buyers, investors and sellers of single family homes, condominiums, new construction
- Listing homes and working with buyers. Fierce negotiating skills combined with supreme client relations equals continuous Win-Win results, referrals and 5-Star Reviews on behalf of clients.
- Sold $80M in residential real estate
- Daily schedule includes targeted and strategic market research, world class marketing, networking, relationship building with Clients, Vendors, Inspectors, Stagers, Lenders, Title Companies, Agents Philanthropy, giving back to my community.
Founder
Clothing Swap, Inc.
San Francisco
01.1995 - Current
- Created original eco-chic idea and concept of Clothing Swap, an organization that inspires and hosts fashion-forward social gatherings and community events, all of which benefit local charities.
- Successfully garnered high profile media exposure by creating a unique brand, spearheading public relations campaigns and launching ClothingSwap.com. Hosted ClothingSwap America Tour in major cities.
- Featured 8 Minutes on The Today Show, Style section in The New York Times, Time Magazine,ABC, MSNBC, CBS, LA Times, Boston Globe, Huffington Post.
- Partnered and co-branded with various sponsors such as Clorox Greenworks brand.
- Spokesperson for Greenworks 2009-2010.
- Developed business plan to launch startup venture.
- Created a website and social media presence to promote the startup.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders such as customers, partners, investors.
- Organized events to engage prospective customers and build relationships within the community.
Territory Sales Manager, Cardiac Rhythmic Management
St. Jude Medical
10.2005 - 04.2006
- Responsible for calling on and building professional relationships with Cardiac Surgeons, Electro Physicists and Cardiologists in the northern California region including San Francisco, Marin, Napa and East Bay
- Present at pacemaker and defibrillator implants/change-outs: Responsible for technical programming, trouble-shooting and ensuring the procedure goes smoothly
- Ran pacemaker follow-up clinics require testing which entails reprogramming pacemakers
- Provided training for nurses and staff
- Organized speaker dinners
- Extensive knowledge of pacing and cardiology is necessary for this enviable position.
Sales Representative, Pharmaceuticals
Schwarz Pharma
San Francisco (and Entire 4 Hour Radius), California
12.2001 - 10.2005
- Pharmaceutical Sales Representative-Sole territory management responsibility calling on Cardiologists Internists and Family Practice Physicians with cardiovascular based products in the San Francisco, Peninsula, Marin, Napa, Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino Counties
- Promoted and developed sales of cardiovascular, Diabetes, antihypertensive medicines as well as neurology meds to the and psych market
- Developed rapport, while building and maintaining personal relationships with physicians, nurses, staff and others in the customer influence network. Hosted charity event to benefit the American Heart Association
- Ranked #1 top sales producer 2004 (out of 10 in the west coast district) Ranked #5 overall nationally (out of 226 positions) in November 2004
- Ranked #2 in the Western Region 2003 Finished 2004 as #20 representative (Out of 226 representatives nationwide) 2004 Silver Award Recipient – recognized at National Sales Meeting Ranked #7 overall nationally Q2 & Q3 2003 for top blood pressure medicine
DSL Provisioning Manager; Sales Representative, Western Emerging Markets
FirstWorld & Brigade Corporation
10.1999 - 11.2001
- Managed and trained staff of 10 in all aspects of DSL order processing and provisioning of internet company
- Increased processing volumes by 40%
- Improved quality ratings by 50%
- Sold complete outsourcing solutions to corporate accounts such as Apple, Palm and Compaq
- Exceeded Quota Q2, Q3, Q4 2000 + 2001.
Data, Voice & Internet Account Representative
SBC Pacific Bell
San Ramon, California
11.1996 - 10.1999
- Achieved excellence in Telecom as top sales representative with 345% of quota in 1997
- Exceeded quota 1997, 1998, 1999
- Received Top Performer and STAR award annually
- Chosen to work with growing and premier accounts.
- Built relationships with clients by providing ongoing support and advice on top tier telecom products and services
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Asian Studies:
Mount Holyoke College
05.1993
Junior Year Abroad 1991-1992 - Japanese Language And Culture
Doshisha University
Kyoto, Japan06-1992
Skills
- Client/Guest Relations
- Real Estate Sales Expertise
- Market Trend Analysis
- Event Planning and Execution
- Fundraising/Special Events
- Media contacts
- Press releases
- Donor research
- Email campaigns
- Letters of thanks
- Strategic Planning
- Donor development
- Multitasking
- Effective Communication
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Strategic Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Professional Demeanor
- Adaptability
- Analytical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Client Needs Assessment
- Communications management
- Branding
- Social Media Management
- Customer Demographics
- Sales Strategies
Languages
- Japanese
- French
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
REALTOR®
Marker Luxury Properties
01.2011 - Current
Territory Sales Manager, Cardiac Rhythmic Management
St. Jude Medical
10.2005 - 04.2006
Sales Representative, Pharmaceuticals
Schwarz Pharma
12.2001 - 10.2005
DSL Provisioning Manager; Sales Representative, Western Emerging Markets
FirstWorld & Brigade Corporation
10.1999 - 11.2001
Data, Voice & Internet Account Representative
SBC Pacific Bell
11.1996 - 10.1999
Founder
Clothing Swap, Inc.
01.1995 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Asian Studies:
Mount Holyoke College
Junior Year Abroad 1991-1992 - Japanese Language And Culture
Doshisha University
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