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Work Background
NextHome ONEReal Estate Broker
May. 2022Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United StatesReal Estate is my Profession. Helping people is my Passion. Changing the industry one transaction at a time.
VA ButlerHead Virtual Assistant/Owner
Jul. 2013With over 25 years in business working for amazing leaders, I understand what it takes to grow your business and take it to the next level. I have developed an 'al la carte' system that you can pick and choose what you need. From flyers to transaction management, databases to follow up, I can help you grow. Check out my website at www.VAButler.com or email me at VAButlerHELPS@gmail.com! Some of the additional services are: Build relationships for Mortgage and Real Estate Professionals
Execute and create marketing plans to grow client’s relationship sphere Design postcards, promos, emails, newsletters, etc. as needed
Generate leads for growth
Manage social marketing programs
Create communication scripts
Communicate effectively with many clients on diverse issues
Develop programs to expand business
Coach and develop leaders
Communicate goals and maintain focus
Maintain tight deadlines
Self EmployedVirtual Assistant
Jan. 2013I work with top Loan Officers and mega Real Estate agents and teams to build relationships and grow business. Build relationships for Mortgage and Real Estate Professionals
Execute and create marketing plans to grow client’s relationship sphere Design postcards, promos, emails, newsletters, etc. as needed
Generate leads for growth
Manage social marketing programs
Create communication scripts
Communicate effectively with many clients on diverse issues
Develop programs to expand business
Coach and develop leaders
Communicate goals and maintain focus
Maintain tight deadlines
Five Star Real EstateRealtor
Oct. 2016 - Apr. 2023Southwest MichiganI have extensive experience in marketing, training, branding and corporate strategy, spanning residential real estate and the mortgage profession. Having lived, worked, and worshiped in Southwest Michigan most of my life, I am passionate about quality and client satisfaction and getting people to their next stage of life.
Network Team Homes RealtyRealtor
Apr. 2016 - Oct. 2016Southwest MichiganI have extensive experience in marketing, training, branding and corporate strategy, spanning residential real estate and the mortgage profession. Having lived, worked, and worshiped in Southwest Michigan most of my life, I am passionate about quality and client satisfaction and getting people to their next stage of life.
Keller Williams Realty, Inc.Real Estate Agent
Sep. 2015 - Apr. 2016Kalamazoo, Michigan AreaI have extensive experience in marketing, training, branding and corporate strategy, spanning residential real estate and the mortgage profession. Having lived, worked, and worshiped in Southwest Michigan most of my life, I am passionate about quality and client satisfaction and getting people to their next stage of life.
Moving Box ProspectingMarketing Manager
Apr. 2015 - Jan. 2016Kalamazoo, Michigan AreaThis concept business was started by some amazing minds! Custom boxes for real estate agents to give before, during, and after a transaction to remain top of mind with clients. Manage day to day operations of business
Develop marketing strategies to promote and increase business
Create marketing materials to promote products and services
VariousManager of Realtor Relations/Team Carolina
Jan. 2014 - Apr. 2015Build relationships with Mortgage and Real Estate Professionals Reviews client financials for approval
Execute and create marketing plans to grow our relationship sphere and client base
Generate leads for growth
Create communication scripts
Manage file workflow
Communicate to all partners in the loan lifecycle - status updates
Develop new relationships and maintain existing relationships with team partners
Create best practices
Keller Williams Real EstateOffice Manager - Melody Stirk Team
Aug. 2011 - Dec. 2013Portage MIOffice Manager – Keller Williams/Melody Stirk Team
August 2011 – Current
Manage 5 businesses for Melody Stirk, including her multi-million dollar real estate empire
Organize and manage transactions from sale to close or listing to close
Maintain database and communicate with all clients current and past
Coordinate all social media and traditional marketing to grow business(es)
Maintain all technological systems including technical infrastructure of team, backup systems, file hosting services, social media marketing, hard and software installation
Manage 34 rental units that consist of mostly student rentals for 3 different companies
Communicate process and status to clients throughout each transaction I specialize in:
File organization
Communication
Technology
System development
Sales
Educational Community Credit UnionTraining Specialist
Jul. 2006 - Jul. 2011Develop all staff development and mentor program to enhance leadership throughout the organization
Lead initiatives throughout various lines of business to ensure successful alignment and integration of strategies, projects and programs
Assist with organization development of separation of duties and utilization of SMEs Create new employee onboard program to target retention and align with ECCU's new Mission, Vision, and Core Values achieving a high 98% employee retention rate
Train an average of 25 new employees per year
Specialize in compliance training for each line of business including position specific requirements
Create movies and photo-shows for trade shows, job fairs and in-house distribution
Conduct needs analysis of individuals, teams, and/or business unit leaders to develop specialized training programs
Clarify performance issues and provide targeted recommendations/interventions as necessary
Design and develop workshops for performance improvement through action learning, team-based coaching/mentoring and consultation, and leadership development
Develop a "Train the Trainer" program to maximize the utilization of SMEs, as necessary
Facilitate all training sessions using multi-media presentations throughout entire organization including classroom, video, and one on one
Jan. 2000 - Jan. 2003Coordinate web design projects from concept to execution
Develop training materials for inventory sites, content management systems, and LMS systems developed
Produce graphics to incorporate into web sites
Leverage online growth opportunities for each customer through their website functionality and performance
Southwest MichiganOffice Manager
Jan. 1999 - Jan. 2000Coordinate community projects including: Brownfield, Building, and New business development
Manage technical needs of this growing business
National City Bank (PNC)Senior Project Manager
Jan. 1991 - Jan. 1999Develop streamlined processes and procedures for all branches and departments specializing automated procedures
Averaged 20% cost saved per process or procedure streamlined
Train all levels of staff on new procedures and corresponding compliance issues
Led M & A team in Florida (Tampa/St. Pete area)
Resulted in 30% staff reduction based on streamlining work
Determine ROI on each project
ROI on average per project was 25%
Work to streamline banking as a whole to determine what new emerging technologies would benefit NCC including:
Recommendation of consolidation of departments and functions
Recommendation of new technology in plastic services, telephone banking, and customer service
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