Patricia Tumlinson Bonham
Schaumburg,IL
Summary
Strategic storyteller, critical thinker, tech-savvy entrepreneur and purpose-driven resourceful leader who thrives in ambiguity and enjoys working in team environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEO, REALTOR, The Tumlinson Group
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
01.2022 - Current
- Coached and trained sales team to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels resulting in $20MM+ in annual sales volume.
- Developed key operational systems to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion resulting in 23% increase in sales and 50% increase in social media followers.
- Completed contracts and monitored renewal periods; worked with finance team on seamless accounts receivable process.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
Director of Sales, REALTOR, The Williams Team
Keller Williams Realty
07.2016 - 12.2021
- Collaborated in weekly executive team meetings to develop and revise internal communications and sales strategies and oversaw the implementation of organizational change.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by addressing concerns promptly and providing tailored solutions.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement; exceeded hiring goals by 30%
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
Lead Associate, REALTOR, Schmitz & Smith Group
Keller Williams Realty
07.2016 - 12.2021
- Evaluated team member performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Partnered with managers to identify and capitalize on sales trends and brand initiatives resulting in $40MM in annual sale.
- Built strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service skills which led to repeat business opportunities resulting in 85% repeat and referral business
Senior Account Executive
London Misher Public Relations
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Planned and executed media strategy for 10 SMB lifestyle consumer brands
- Maintained client relationships through direct and timely communication
- Designed and implemented 20 luxury and media events in major markets, including New York City and Los Angeles, for luxury brands, nonprofits and celebrities.
Junior Account Executive
Alison Brod Marketing and Communications
01.2013 - 08.2014
- Developed and implemented media strategies and events to promote lifestyle CPG clients: Vita Coco Coconut Water, GODIVA Chocolate and Tequila Avion
- Wrote talking points and briefed Presidents and CEOs for press events and award ceremonies.
Junior Account Executive
42West
06.2010 - 08.2013
- Coordinated press coverage for films such as: FAST FIVE, HANGOVER PART II, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE, THE TWILIGHT SAGA and independent films at the Toronto Film Festival
- Assistant Account Executive
- Escorted talent and filmmakers at media events including film premieres, television and radio appearances and organized publicity calendars for celebrity clients including Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman and Martin Scorsese
- Executive Assistant
- Provided administrative support including answering telephones, calendar maintenance, assisting visitors, scheduling and coordinating meetings, interviews, appointments and events, including travel and lodging arrangements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human and Organizational Development
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN05.2010
High School Diploma -
Bronxville High School
06.2006
Skills
- Business Development
- Process Improvement
- Facilitation
- Training
- Client Relations
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Sales
- Account Management
- Business Coaching
- Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Strategy
- Social Media
- Trello
- Slack
- Sales Force
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Excel
- TikTok
- Canva
- MailChimp
- Photoshop
- Google Suite
- Zoom
- Strategic Direction
Accomplishments
- Ranked in the top 12% nationwide at Douglas Elliman
- 2023 Austin Platinum Top 500 List Award Recipient
- Completed over 200 successful real estate transactions
Certification
- Certified Coaches Alliance International Business Coach
- Integrative NLP Practitioner
- Phil M. Jones Exactly What to Say Certified
- Real Estate Negotiation Expert
- Graduate REALTOR Institute
Community Service
- AUSTIN BOARD OF REALTORS, Member
- AUSTIN YOUNG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, Board Chair
- YOUNG WOMEN’S ALLIANCE, Board Member
- MASTER NETWORKS, Chapter Founder & President
- LEADERSHIP AUSTIN, Selected Participant
- DRESS FOR SUCCESS AUSTIN, Little Black Dress Soiree Co-Chair
Timeline
CEO, REALTOR, The Tumlinson Group
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
01.2022 - Current
Director of Sales, REALTOR, The Williams Team
Keller Williams Realty
07.2016 - 12.2021
Lead Associate, REALTOR, Schmitz & Smith Group
Keller Williams Realty
07.2016 - 12.2021
Senior Account Executive
London Misher Public Relations
09.2014 - 10.2015
Junior Account Executive
Alison Brod Marketing and Communications
01.2013 - 08.2014
Junior Account Executive
42West
06.2010 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Human and Organizational Development
Vanderbilt University
High School Diploma -
Bronxville High School
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