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ELIZABETH DOWNS

Torrance

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1980
1980
years of post-secondary education

Work History

CEO

Mavens Concepts
Torrance
01.2020 - Current
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance organizational growth and market positioning.
  • Directed cross-functional teams to achieve company objectives and drive innovation.
  • Established partnerships with industry leaders to expand service offerings and reach.
  • Implemented operational efficiencies to streamline processes and reduce costs.
  • Fostered communication with stakeholders to align goals and enhance collaboration.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing for goods or services.
  • Represented the organization at conferences, events, and networking activities as needed.
  • Nurtured relationships with external organizations to establish mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • Managed daily operations of organization while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Executed strategic offerings to elevate company's product and service portfolio.

District Manager

Teknion Furniture Systems
Los Angeles
01.2005 - 01.2028
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple dealership showrooms.
  • Managed dealership sales to ensure product availability and customer satisfaction.
  • Developed training programs for new sales associates and managers.
  • Developed specifications of furniture systems with architecture and design firms.

Business Development Executive

TTG Corp
Pasadena
06.2016 - 08.2017
  • Developed client relationships through effective communication and networking strategies.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and trends.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to create tailored proposals for potential clients.
  • Managed customer feedback to enhance service offerings and client satisfaction.
  • Implemented effective CRM system, streamlining prospect tracking and follow up process.
  • Tracked marketing performance metrics, optimized campaigns for maximum impact and ROI

Consultant Architectural Services and Project Mana

Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc
Culver City
01.2015 - 06.2016
  • Developed strategic initiatives to enhance project workflows and team collaboration.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to align project goals with business objectives.
  • New construction eight story parking structure project management.
  • Project management of completed remodel of Jimmy Stewart Building.

Director of Business Development

The Rey Three Design Collaborative
Los Angeles
03.2013 - 10.2015
  • Developed strategic partnerships to enhance collaborative design projects.
  • Led market research initiatives to identify emerging design trends.
  • Coordinated client presentations to showcase design capabilities and solutions.

Legal, technical, media, entertainment marketing focus.

Owner Agent

Farmers Insurance Company
Los Angeles
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Managed daily operations of insurance agency to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Developed and maintained strong client relationships through effective communication strategies.
  • Trained and supervised staff on compliance and customer service best practices.

Business Development Director

Studios Architecture
Los Angeles
06.2005 - 06.2006
  • Developed strategic partnerships to enhance collaborative design projects.
  • Led business development initiatives to drive growth in design services.
  • Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Focus on legal, media, entertainment, retail and project management firms.

Business Development Manager

Swinerton Builders
Los Angeles
10.2002 - 11.2004
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the construction industry.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities and growth areas.
  • Crafted proposals and presentations to effectively communicate project benefits.
  • Teamed with architects, designers for projects in tenant improvement

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

FIDM
Los Angeles, CA
01.1980 - 05.1982

Indio High School
Indio, CA

Skills

  • Identify opportunities and close deals
  • Exceptionally good relationship building
  • Implementation of practical strategies and business practices
  • Strategic planning, collaboration and relentless work ethic

Timeline

CEO

Mavens Concepts
01.2020 - Current

Business Development Executive

TTG Corp
06.2016 - 08.2017

Consultant Architectural Services and Project Mana

Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc
01.2015 - 06.2016

Director of Business Development

The Rey Three Design Collaborative
03.2013 - 10.2015

Owner Agent

Farmers Insurance Company
01.2008 - 01.2013

Business Development Director

Studios Architecture
06.2005 - 06.2006

District Manager

Teknion Furniture Systems
01.2005 - 01.2028

Business Development Manager

Swinerton Builders
10.2002 - 11.2004

Bachelor of Arts -

FIDM
01.1980 - 05.1982

Indio High School
ELIZABETH DOWNS