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- Playing Sports
Ely Babb
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Enthusiastic professional with drive and determination to succeed in new business development. Excellent communicator skilled at relating with people at all levels and offering flexibility of working well on teams or individually. Has a proven eye for detail and goal-oriented mindset. Organized and dependable candidate known for strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, creativity, and making meaningful relationships.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Realtor
Oakwyn Realty LTD.
06.2024 - Current
- Communicate with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Conduct market research to assess property values and identify trends to provide guidance and advice on best options for clients.
- Perform competitive analysis to uncover new construction projects, real estate developments, and potential acquisition opportunities.
- Analyze the city's updated official plan to evaluate projected community growth, land use, and development strategies.
- Build and maintain relationships with developers, property owners, and real estate brokers to secure early access to upcoming inventory.
- Coordinate various aspects of real estate transactions such as property showings, inspections, appraisals, and financing arrangements, minimizing delays and challenges for clients.
- Collaborate with mortgage companies to accurately determine loan and mortgage options for clients.
- Work closely with lawyers to identify and resolve issues, facilitating timely and accurate completion of client transactions.
- Identify latent defects, needed repairs, potential hazards and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and bylaw requirements.
- Streamline contract negotiations by meticulously reviewing documents and communicating clearly with all involved parties to ensure favourable terms for clients.
- Foster trust among clients by maintaining strict confidentiality regarding personal information during each transaction agreement period.
- Ensure compliance with provincial laws regulating real estate transactions.
- Contribute to increase client retention by maintaining excellent relationships with existing customers through regular followups.
Realtor
Zolo Realty, Keller Williams
06.2016 - 06.2024
- Contributed to the success of the real estate agency by consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Mentored new agents, providing valuable guidance on industry best practices and strategies for success in the real estate market.
- Expanded client base through effective prospecting techniques, open houses, postcards, cold calling, networking within the community, and referrals from satisfied customers.
- Maintained lead management with CRM software to improve customer service by tracking detailed records of properties, transactions, client preferences, and communication history.
- Created compelling listing presentations that showcased properties unique features while highlighting their potential value to prospective buyers.
- Developed and implemented strategic marketing plans to increase potential for selling properties and generate more leads.
- Educated clients on changing or updating properties to maintain curb appeal.
- Assisted clients in home staging and overall preparation for real estate sales process.
Unlicensed Real Estate Assistant
Keller Williams, Remax, Royal LePage
08.2011 - 06.2016
- Improved Office efficiency by implementing streamlined systems for managing appointments, tracking leads, and organizing paperwork related to property transactions.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages, and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
- Assisted in expediting the closing process for clients by gathering necessary documentation from various parties involved in transactions.
- Managed listing paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Streamlined communication between clients and agents, improving response times and service quality.
- Assisted agents with marketing strategies, utilizing social media platforms for increased visibility.
- Enhanced marketing efforts for properties by creating visually appealing online listings and promotional materials tailored to specific buyer segments or property types.
- Contributed to a positive office environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and assisting in training new hires when necessary.
Photographer
Self Employed
06.2009 - 01.2015
- Served a diverse range of industries, including weddings, corporate events, fashion shoots, business headshots, and family portraits.
- Conducted pre-shoot consultations to discuss clients' needs and understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in high rate of repeat business.
- Fostered creative environments during shoots, making subjects feel comfortable and natural, which improved photo quality.
- Edited photographs using Adobe Creative Suite, enhancing visual appeal and consistency across projects.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Implemented backup strategies for photo shoots, ensuring no critical moments were missed due to equipment failure.
- Continuously improved technical skills by staying updated on industry trends and new equipment.
Manager
Sears Portrait Studio
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Oversaw daily operations and managed studio workflow to ensure exceptional customer service experiences.
- Directed promotional campaigns, increasing brand visibility and driving customer engagement.
- Mentored staff in photography techniques and customer interaction, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities by motivating employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Managed equipment inventory, ensuring functionality and readiness for shoots.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photography
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario08-2010
Skills
- Client relations
- Contract negotiation
- Strategic and analytical
- Superb attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Adobe creative suite
- Creative vision
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- 2022 President's Club Awardee for Top 2% in Canada
- 2021 Zenith Award for Top Ottawa Agent
- 2019 Keller Williams Platinum Team Award
Certification
KW Maps BOLD Certificate
Interests
Languages
English
Timeline
Realtor
Oakwyn Realty LTD.
06.2024 - Current
Realtor
Zolo Realty, Keller Williams
06.2016 - 06.2024
Unlicensed Real Estate Assistant
Keller Williams, Remax, Royal LePage
08.2011 - 06.2016
Manager
Sears Portrait Studio
09.2010 - 07.2011
Photographer
Self Employed
06.2009 - 01.2015
Associate of Arts - Photography
Algonquin College