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Leanna Awtrey

Newport

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Boutique Owner

Leanna Awtrey
04.2019 - 02.2020
    • Tracked store inventory and coordinated new purchases to keep adequate merchandise on hand for sustained sales.
    • Oversaw merchandising strategies to effectively showcase, products with eye-catching displays.
    • Created comfortable and inviting boutique environment to make customers feel welcomed and happy to make purchases.
    • Empowered customers to make informed decisions by educating on product and service offerings and current industry trends.
    • Arranged special marketing initiatives and in-store promotions to successfully bring in new customers.
    • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
    • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
    • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
    • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.

Realtor/Broker

Coble Real Estate
08.2016 - 12.2018
    • Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
    • Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
    • Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
    • Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
    • Liaised between buyers and sellers to establish favorable prices and negotiate contract terms.
    • Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying, and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
    • Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
    • Completed property walkthroughs before completing deals to uphold accuracy in listings and appraisals.
    • Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
    • Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
    • Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Paralegal

Floyd And Jacobs, LLP
11.1998 - 09.2012
    • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
    • Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
    • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
    • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
    • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
    • Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
    • Prepared legal briefs, motions, and pleadings.
    • Helped attorneys prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and calling on witnesses to testify at hearings.
    • Summarized depositions, legal documents and other material to provide attorney with relevant material for cases.

Education

Associate Degree In Paralegal - Paralegal

Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC
05.1991

Skills

  • Business Administration
  • Customer Service
  • Bookkeeping
  • Customer Relations
  • Driven and Determined
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Effective Communication
  • Decision Making Abilities
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Customer Relations
  • Driven and Determined
  • Customer Relations

Timeline

Boutique Owner

Leanna Awtrey
04.2019 - 02.2020

Realtor/Broker

Coble Real Estate
08.2016 - 12.2018

Paralegal

Floyd And Jacobs, LLP
11.1998 - 09.2012

Associate Degree In Paralegal - Paralegal

Central Carolina Community College
Leanna Awtrey