NEVILLE M. WONG
Toronto,Ontario (ON)
Summary
Dynamic real estate agent with a proven track record at INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC., adept at client needs assessment and negotiation. Successfully guided first-time homebuyers through complex transactions, enhancing their experience. Skilled in task management and building strong professional relationships, resulting in streamlined processes and improved client satisfaction.
Years of experience in Community Organizing in Jamaica.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Agent
INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC.
03.2018 - 02.2025
- Facilitated property viewings and guided clients through purchase process.
- Developed comprehensive market analyses to advise clients on pricing strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with mortgage brokers, attorneys, and other professionals to streamline the home buying process for clients.
- Assisted first-time homebuyers in navigating the complex real estate process, guiding them from pre-approval to closing.
PURCHASING MANAGER OF SUPERMARKET CHAIN
JOHN R. WONG SUPERMARKETS
05.1985 - 03.1988
- Led procurement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and compliance.
- Developed and implemented inventory management systems to enhance stock accuracy.
- Conducted market analysis to identify trends and inform purchasing decisions.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
COMMUNITY ORGANISER
SOCIAL ACTION CENTER
04.1978 - 03.1985
- Coordinated and implemented numerous meetings, forums and community events.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
- Wrote and distributed informational papers, gave out representative contact information and educated community members about specific issues.
- Generated reports to evaluate program success and make modifications.
- Recruited and managed volunteer teams.
- Led staff development meetings to organize volunteers and members toward unified goals.
- Liaised with political organizations and initiatives to confirm consideration of community best interests within campaigns and political agendas.
- Negotiated agreements among stakeholders that led to tangible improvements in neighborhood safety conditions or infrastructure projects.
- Enhanced public awareness of community needs through effective social media campaigns and outreach efforts.
- Assisted clients with obtaining housing, employment and support resources.
- Analyzed community needs through surveys and focus groups to inform program development.
- Trained team leaders to oversee volunteers and organization members during special events.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment, training, supervision, recognition activities to maintain a strong base of committed individuals supporting our cause.
- Mobilized support for policy change through grassroots lobbying efforts targeting key decision-makers at the local level.
Education
Associate of Arts - PURCHASING MANAGEMENT
University of Toronto
Toronto01-1992
Bachelor of Arts - PHYLOSOPHY, SOCIOLOGY, HISTORY OF RELIGIONS,
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES,
KINGSTON, JAMAICA, 06-1975
Skills
- Proficient in task management
- Proficient in group dynamics
- Highly professional
- Negotiation
- Demonstrates strong independence
- Client needs assessment
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC.
03.2018 - 02.2025
PURCHASING MANAGER OF SUPERMARKET CHAIN
JOHN R. WONG SUPERMARKETS
05.1985 - 03.1988
COMMUNITY ORGANISER
SOCIAL ACTION CENTER
04.1978 - 03.1985
Associate of Arts - PURCHASING MANAGEMENT
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Arts - PHYLOSOPHY, SOCIOLOGY, HISTORY OF RELIGIONS,
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES,