Westey Adams-LaPlante
Hayes,VA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Realtor
Abbitt Realty
Hayes, VA
06.2019 - Current
- Developed marketing materials to promote residential real estate listings.
- Created and maintained relationships with potential clients and other real estate agents.
- Negotiated purchase agreements for residential properties.
- Conducted open houses, public seminars, and home tours for prospective buyers.
- Provided advice on current market conditions and trends in residential real estate.
- Advised clients on the best strategies for buying or selling a home.
- Managed all aspects of the sale process from initial contact to closing.
- Analyzed local market data to determine pricing strategies for homes.
- Coordinated inspections, appraisals, title searches, and other related activities during sales transactions.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations pertaining to residential real estate transactions.
- Maintained accurate records of all property listings and client interactions.
- Listed properties on multiple online platforms in order to maximize exposure.
- Researched comparable properties in order to accurately assess value of listed homes.
- Reviewed contracts prior to submission in order to ensure accuracy of information provided by sellers or buyers.
- Prepared documents such as listing agreements, purchase agreements, disclosure forms.
- Inspected homes prior to listing them in order to identify any potential issues that should be disclosed before sale.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from potential buyers regarding properties they were interested in purchasing.
- Provided guidance throughout the entire transaction process including negotiation tactics when needed.
- Organized viewings for prospective buyers who wished to inspect a property before making an offer.
- Followed up with clients after closing a transaction in order to maintain positive relationships.
- Scheduled home viewings with potential buyers.
- Facilitated closing process on behalf of clients and reviewed parts of contracts to resolve issues prior to closing.
- Conferred with escrow companies, lenders and home inspectors to expedite transactions and home buying process.
- Accompanied buyers during property inspections.
- Promoted properties via advertisements, open houses and multiple listing services.
Food & Beverage Director
Yorktown Naval Weapon Station
Yorktown, Virginia
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Organized and conducted regular staff meetings to discuss food safety, customer service, and menu changes.
- Implemented strategies to improve cost efficiency of ingredients, labor, and equipment usage.
- Ensured compliance with all local health department regulations regarding food handling, storage, preparation and service.
- Conducted inventory audits on a regular basis to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize waste.
- Managed relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing on high-quality products.
- Created training programs for kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Oversaw daily operations of restaurant, bar, catering services including staffing schedules and cash management procedures.
- Maintained records of monthly expenses related to food and beverage services such as payroll costs, utilities bills.
- Supervised employees' performance ensuring they adhere to established policies and procedures while providing excellent customer service.
- Provided guidance and mentorship for junior team members helping them reach their full potential within the organization.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors and submitted payment requests in a timely manner.
- Assisted in developing budgets for upcoming projects and tracked actual spending against those plans.
- Managed food service sales, costs and budget administration to keep operations in line with financial targets.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL02-2017
Skills
- Document Preparation
- Contract Management
- Property Inspection
- Marketing expertise
Affiliations
- Volunteered at the local food bank in Gloucester. (Bread for Life)
- Volunteered with programs with Abbitt Realty: Meals on Wheels (monthly) and Day of Caring (semi-annual).
Certification
- Military Relocation Professional (MRP)
- e-Pro
- Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA)
- Certified Multiple Offer Expert (CMOE)
- Certified Real Estate Divorce Specialist (CREDS)
- Short Sales & Foreclosure (SFR)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Residential Realtor
Abbitt Realty
06.2019 - Current
Food & Beverage Director
Yorktown Naval Weapon Station
10.2016 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Columbia Southern University
- Military Relocation Professional (MRP)
- e-Pro
- Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA)
- Certified Multiple Offer Expert (CMOE)
- Certified Real Estate Divorce Specialist (CREDS)
- Short Sales & Foreclosure (SFR)
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