Director

JAY MYERS

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Professional Summary

Enthusiastic team leader with 25 years of experience planning, leading and improving development in the multi-family industry. My unique professional experience stems from years of creative problem solving and relationship building. Reviewed and prepared contracts, permits, drafts, cost estimates and insurance. Proficient in handling simultaneous projects and meeting deadlines effectively. Led the direction and coordination of design build construction projects supporting the redevelopment and improvement of many apartment communities.

Work History

Chief Operating Officer 04/2013 to Current

Signature Properties LLC – Baltimore, MD

Built a small multi-family apartment company with 8 buildings and 65 units to a current portfolio of 13 apartment communities totaling 2035 units in Baltimore and Prince Georges County Maryland.

Develop and maintain a network of qualified vendors.

Review and prepare contracts, permits, drafts, cost estimates and insurance.

Allocate necessary project resources including suppliers and company labor.

Ensure project execution according to approved time and budget.

Mediate negotiations and maintain ongoing communications among real estate purchasers, investors, and owners.

Manage properties including rent collection and leasing.

Proficient in bank repair completions.

Manage contractor teams for multi property renovations and Cap Ex improvements.

Develop and implement a high-quality work environment as measured through employee satisfaction ratings.

Sales Manager 03/2012 to 04/2013

Carfaro Inc – Trenton, NJ

Mid-Atlantic sales for the multi-family industry with products comprising of Fencing, Railings and Gates. Project managed the jobs sold including estimating and forecast pricing.

Created presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.

Developed long-term customer partnerships that increased sales and margin growth.

Attended sales training camp and implemented leadership best practices.

Worked closely with customers, consultants and coworkers to uphold standards of technical and commercial services.

Coached and promoted high-achieving employees, filled leadership positions with qualified staff which furthered company growth.

Collaborated with vendors to resolve issues and negotiate sales quotas. Sales Associate 02/2010 to 03/2012

St. Clare Windows – Hyattsville, MD

Sold windows and siding for the multi-family and commercial industry. Built relationships with some of the largest apartment owners in the Mid-Atlantic region, helped design facades and managed jobs.

Applied communication and negotiation expertise to close deals.

Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate best practices in budget requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings.

Customer service to achieve on-going relationships with clients.

Maintained supervision of contractors on-site to ensure quality and compliance. Sales Associate 01/2007 to 02/2010

Martin Greenbaum Company Inc – Baltimore, MD

Provided carpet and hard surface solutions for renovations, tenant move-out turns and leasing offices.

Applied communication and negotiation expertise to close sales annually.

Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.

Established new customer base place across Mid-Atlantic region.

Achieved and sustained consistent revenue streams with growing sales and new business.

Regularly serviced accounts and connected with customers to promote new relationships.

Quickly and efficiently resolved customer issues and requests to achieve improved satisfaction.

Sales Manager 01/2005 to 03/2007

Home Depot Inc – Baltimore, MD

Home Depot Home Services was the installation part of the Home Depot brand installing Windows, Siding, Roofing. Managed a sales team of 33 sales reps within an 11 store radius.

Hired 60 sales representatives over 3 years.

Exceeded sales goals by large margins.

Monitored trends in customer behaviors and buying habits, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust sales goals and operational processes.

Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees,

Filled leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.

Owned all aspects of sales planning, development and team and account management for Baltimore territory.

Organized promotional events to increase sales volume.

Attended sales training camp and implemented leadership best practices. Owner & President 05/1999 to 02/2007

Maximum Home Improvements Inc. – Baltimore, MD

Created a store front business in downtown Baltimore where customers could purchase products or provide installation. Ran 10 crews of installers for installation of windows and doors in the residential setting.

Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal window and door solutions.

Knowledgeable of current market trends to determine optimal pricing of goods and services.

Negotiated vendor pricing on products and services to reduce costs and maximize profit margins.

Developed improved records management systems and contracts to increase accuracy.

Managed all aspects of business including; payroll, records management, human resources, bookkeeping, purchasing, ordering and product deliveries. Sales Manager 03/1996 to 02/1999

Windowizards Inc – Baltimore, MD

Launched first satellite storefront in Fells Point, Baltimore.

$2,000,000 in sales first year of business.

Strategic budgeting and planning to introduce new items.

Window and door sales to home owners and contractors.

Resolved all vendor and account issues in an efficient manner while exceeding sales quotas.

Supervised and managed in-house contractor crews to ensure timely and efficient installations.

Responsible for window and doors measurements and orders. Education

Associate of Arts: Business Administration 1989

Temple University - Philadelphia, PA

Bachelor of Arts: Psychology 2018

Towson University - Baltimore, MD

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