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Robert Maricich

Hickory

Summary

With a passion for relationship building and a track record of sales leadership, I excel in managing teams and segments in a creative and dynamic work environment. My ability to foster strong connections drives collaborative efforts and inspires team members to achieve exceptional results. Combining my proven sales experience with a natural adaptability to changing market trends, I am a valuable asset in driving business growth and exceeding organizational goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales- Whole hide and finished goods

Leather Miracles
01.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for new sales along with coordinating production timelines, troubleshooting, issues that arise from manufacturing.
  • Successfully worked with tanneries and factories from all over the world to deliver quality goods to the customer.

Vice President of Leasing – Furniture

International Market Centers
04.2019 - 12.2021
  • Responsible for leasing and maintaining over 5 million square feet of showroom space dedicated to the home furnishings industry while also servicing leaseholders, as well as attendees to our 4 annual markets
  • Coordinate new showroom construction, move outs, and expansions within the IMC properties

Leasing Director – Home Décor & Accessories

International Market Centers
01.2017 - 08.2019
  • Responsible for leasing and maintaining over 450,000 square feet of showroom space dedicated to the home furnishings industry while also servicing leaseholders, as well as attendees to our 6 annual markets

Leasing Manager – Home Décor & Accessories

International Market Centers
08.2011 - 01.2017
  • Company Overview: moved in 2012 to HP from LV
  • Responsible for leasing and maintaining over 450,000 square feet of showroom space dedicated to the home furnishings industry while also servicing leaseholders, as well as attendees to our market
  • Increased revenue from 11 million dollars to over 14 million dollars in under 3 years
  • Double digit rate increases every year
  • Met and exceed sales budgets for past 4 years
  • Forecast, Set, and manage a budget upwards of 3 million annually
  • Broke 20+ new accounts
  • Manage and oversee construction projects from beginning to completion under tight deadlines
  • Developed lasting relationships within the home furnishings industry
  • Work closely with the legal team to develop and negotiate contracts
  • Participate in educational opportunities and professional organizations in order to enhance job knowledge and grow the business network
  • Moved in 2012 to HP from LV

Sponsorship Manager

World Market Center
01.2011 - 07.2011
  • Developed and executed custom sponsorship opportunities available to showroom leaseholders at the Las Vegas Market including outdoor, event, and print advertising
  • Worked closely with tenants to develop effective marketing strategies to increase showroom traffic and brand recognition
  • Increased revenue from $500k to over $750k in less than one year
  • Managed and negotiated relationships with 3rd party vendors including sign manufacturers, printers, and event companies
  • Oversaw the implementation of all dedicated signage and marketing materials

Business Development – Design Shows

World Market Center
05.2010 - 01.2011
  • Increased sales of showroom space by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business relationships
  • Prospect for qualified leads in surrounding markets and propose potential business relationships with companies that meet tenant requirements
  • Met and exceeded sales goals every leasing cycle
  • Develop negotiating strategies to determine the best possible partnership

LVDC Coordinator

Las Vegas Design Center
05.2009 - 05.2010
  • Managed tenant relations for the open-daily Las Vegas Design Center including
  • Assisted with marketing strategies to drive additional traffic to the new Design Center

Retail Sales Associate and Shift/Floor Manager

Uncle Dan’s Ltd.
05.2007 - 05.2009
  • Dedicated sales associate and floor manager for a popular outdoor clothing and supply company
  • Offered customers exemplary and timely service with a thorough knowledge of all available product
  • Merchandised, stocked, and replenished the selling floor
  • Open and closed store as well as registers for the day
  • Managed the sales transactions in accordance with all store policies and procedures
  • Met and exceeded all sales goals

Sales Associate/Window Designer/Customer Service

Fleet Feet Sports
01.2004 - 08.2006
  • Dedicated sales associate and window designer for a running lifestyle store

Education

Savannah College of Art and Design
Savannah, GA

DePaul University -

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
01.2008

Catawba Community College -

Catawba Community College
Hickory, NC
01.2006

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Outlook
  • Power Point
  • Team leadership
  • Resident relations
  • Teamwork skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Target identification
  • Relationship building and management
  • Data entry
  • Listening skills
  • Property management
  • Tenant liaison
  • Computer literate
  • Project coordination
  • Account management
  • Lease management experience
  • Goal setting
  • CRM platforms
  • Professional appearance
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Photography
  • Operations management

Timeline

Sales- Whole hide and finished goods

Leather Miracles
01.2022 - Current

Vice President of Leasing – Furniture

International Market Centers
04.2019 - 12.2021

Leasing Director – Home Décor & Accessories

International Market Centers
01.2017 - 08.2019

Leasing Manager – Home Décor & Accessories

International Market Centers
08.2011 - 01.2017

Sponsorship Manager

World Market Center
01.2011 - 07.2011

Business Development – Design Shows

World Market Center
05.2010 - 01.2011

LVDC Coordinator

Las Vegas Design Center
05.2009 - 05.2010

Retail Sales Associate and Shift/Floor Manager

Uncle Dan’s Ltd.
05.2007 - 05.2009

Sales Associate/Window Designer/Customer Service

Fleet Feet Sports
01.2004 - 08.2006

DePaul University -

DePaul University

Catawba Community College -

Catawba Community College

Savannah College of Art and Design
Robert Maricich