Tomas Ream
The Woodlands
Summary
Relationship-driven sales professional and business leader with more than 30 years of consultative sales experience helping families make confident purchasing decisions. Helping people with their homes has been the common thread throughout my career—from growing up in a family involved in residential real estate, to purchasing, remodeling, and selling homes, to becoming a licensed REALTOR and helping homeowners furnish and personalize their homes. Growing up around the real estate business gave me an early understanding of home construction, remodeling, contracts, customer service, and the value of building long-term relationships. From 2014 through 2017, I personally purchased, remodeled, and sold residential homes, gaining firsthand knowledge of construction, budgeting, renovations, and the factors that create long-term value for homeowners. That experience led me to earn my Texas Real Estate Sales Agent license and Realtor designation, both of which I maintain in active standing. My background combines residential real estate, financial planning, remodeling, luxury furniture sales, interior design, executive sales leadership, marketing, and business development. This unique experience allows me to help buyers not only select the right home but also envision how it will support their family's lifestyle for years to come. Fluent in English and Spanish, I have built my career by earning trust, delivering exceptional customer service, and developing long-term relationships that consistently generate repeat business and referrals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sales Consultant & Spanish Marketing Specialist
Gallery Furniture
Houston, Texas
11.2017 - Current
- Delivered consultative sales experience by understanding customer lifestyle, family needs, design preferences, and budget to enhance satisfaction.
- Assist customers furnishing newly purchased homes with premium furniture, luxury mattresses, dining collections, and complete home solutions.
- Help homeowners visualize how furniture and design complement different floor plans and living spaces.
- Developed Spanish-language marketing initiatives that fostered deeper connections within Houston's Hispanic community, increasing engagement.
- Built long-term customer loyalty through personalized follow-up and exceptional after-sale service, ensuring repeat business.
- Consistently generate repeat business and customer referrals.
REALTOR
Realty One Group / Grand Terra Realty
Greater Houston Area
12.2024 - Current
- Represent buyers and sellers throughout the Greater Houston area while providing a highly personalized, relationship-focused real estate experience.
- Guided buyers from initial consultation through closing, ensuring informed and confident decisions.
- Advise clients on resale homes, new construction opportunities, neighborhoods, financing options, inspections, contracts, and negotiations.
- Assisted buyers in evaluating homes based on construction quality, floor plans, lifestyle, long-term value, and resale potential.
- Utilize remodeling, construction, furniture, and interior design experience to help clients visualize the possibilities of each home.
- Generated new business through referrals and networking, fostering long-term client relationships.
Managing Director
Lighthouse / Praga Homes
San Antonio, Texas
06.2014 - 10.2017
- Oversaw remodeling and sales of residential properties.
- Managed remodeling projects from acquisition through resale.
- Oversaw remodeling projects from acquisition to resale, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Coordinated contractors, architects, designers, and vendors while managing budgets and schedules to maintain project quality and timelines.
- Evaluated investment opportunities based on construction quality, neighborhood trends, and resale potential.
- Cultivated expertise in residential construction, focusing on floor plans, finishes, and buyer expectations to enhance property marketability.
Sales & Operations Manager
NIU Urban Living
McAllen, Texas
01.2011 - 2014
- Luxury furniture and interior design showroom generating approximately $6 million in annual revenue.
- Increased annual sales and profitability by implementing consultative selling techniques and optimizing operational processes.
- Recruited and developed high-performing sales team through targeted training and mentorship programs.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and developed a high-performing sales team.
- Built strong relationships with homeowners, builders, architects, interior designers, and developers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and expanded regional market share through strategic relationship-building and service initiatives.
Founder & Managing Partner
Relax 2 Sleep Solutions Centers
McAllen, Texas
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Founded and grew specialty retail company focusing on personalized sleep solutions, establishing a strong market presence.
- Developed an innovative retail concept that attracted investor interest for future franchise expansion.
- Specialized in Tempur-Pedic and adjustable sleep systems, achieving one of region's highest customer satisfaction ratings and fostering customer loyalty.
- Developed innovative retail concept that attracted investor interest, positioning company for future franchise expansion.
Expansion Development Manager
Ergonomic Comfort Solutions
San Antonio, Texas
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Oversaw operations for San Antonio's leading Tempur-Pedic retailer, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Enhanced profitability through operational improvements and targeted customer engagement strategies.
- Elevated customer satisfaction levels while driving company growth initiatives.
Director of Agent Sales
AT&T / West Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2004
- Established the Fort Worth Direct Agent Sales office.
- Recruited, trained, coached, and led approximately 30 sales professionals.
- Developed the office into the company's top-performing location in production and profitability.
Financial Advisor
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
San Antonio, Texas
01.2001 - 2004
- Helped families and business owners develop comprehensive financial strategies.
- Guided clients in evaluating affordability, managing risk, and making informed long-term financial decisions.
- Built lasting client relationships through trust, education, and personalized planning.
- Maintained one of the highest client retention rates in the office.
Vice President & Partner
International Manufacturing Group
McAllen, Texas
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Directed sales, marketing, manufacturing, purchasing, inventory, and international operations.
- Increased annual company revenue from approximately $300,000 to more than $2 million.
- Developed supplier and customer relationships throughout North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
- Represented the company at major international trade shows.
Sales Manager & Partner
Grupo Industrial Comando
Mexico & United States
01.1991 - 01.1996
- Increased regional sales by more than 50%.
- Expanded export markets throughout the United States, Central America, South America, and the Middle East.
- Helped establish the company's U.S. operations while developing long-term strategic partnerships.
Education
Marketing
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Professional Financial Planning Certifications
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Skills
- New Home Sales
- Residential Real Estate
- Texas REALTOR
- Luxury Consultative Sales
- Customer Relationship Management
- Buyer Consultation
- Construction & Remodeling Knowledge
- Interior Design & Space Planning
- Financial Planning
- Contract Coordination
- Sales Leadership
- Business Development
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
The Alexander House Apostolate, Marriage & Family Coach, 2015, Present, Volunteer speaker and marriage enrichment coach, helping couples strengthen communication, leadership, and family relationships through seminars and workshops. Frequently speak to community groups, demonstrating the communication, empathy, and relationship-building skills that have been central to my professional success.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- More than 30 years of consultative sales, executive leadership, and customer relationship experience.
- Texas REALTOR in active standing.
- Lifelong background in residential real estate through family business and personal investment experience.
- Personally purchased, remodeled, and sold residential homes.
- Extensive knowledge of construction, remodeling, interior design, and homeowner needs.
- Proven success leading multi-million-dollar businesses and high-performing sales organizations.
- Recognized for building trusted relationships that generate repeat business and referrals.
- Fluent in English and Spanish.
Timeline
REALTOR
Realty One Group / Grand Terra Realty
12.2024 - Current
Senior Sales Consultant & Spanish Marketing Specialist
Gallery Furniture
11.2017 - Current
Managing Director
Lighthouse / Praga Homes
06.2014 - 10.2017
Sales & Operations Manager
NIU Urban Living
01.2011 - 2014
Founder & Managing Partner
Relax 2 Sleep Solutions Centers
01.2006 - 01.2011
Expansion Development Manager
Ergonomic Comfort Solutions
01.2004 - 01.2006
Director of Agent Sales
AT&T / West Corporation
01.2004
Financial Advisor
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
01.2001 - 2004
Vice President & Partner
International Manufacturing Group
01.1996 - 01.2001
Sales Manager & Partner
Grupo Industrial Comando
01.1991 - 01.1996
Professional Financial Planning Certifications
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Marketing
Tecnológico de Monterrey