Terry Lesane
***********@***.*** ~ 919-***-****
November 16, 2019
Dear Sir/Madame:
I am interested in a challenging and rewarding position with your organization. I believe that my education combined with my management and marketing skills enable me to achieve extremely high performance levels.
As a small business owner and independent contractor I have many years of extensive practical hands-on experience as a manager of teams and processes. I am an ambitious, energetic professional, who possesses entrepreneurial skill that assures my ability to work independently. My education includes marketing, management, small business and entrepreneurial skill building.
As an associate with your organization, I would bring a focus on quality and an eagerness to succeed. I have over 26 years of demonstrated success ranging from outside sales of environmental products to wholesale construction supplies as well as major installations of HVAC material/sheet metal. I developed relationships with clients and customers while servicing accounts and managing operations. Computer expertise includes Windows, ME, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and AutoCAD.
I am a confident articulate, and professional; a leader and team player I combine patience, determination, and persistence to ensure 100% client satisfaction. I look forward to hearing from you; you may call me at 919-***-**** to arrange an interview at a convenient time for you, and I will follow this correspondence with a telephone call within a few days.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Terry Lesane
Terry Lesane
507 Dowd St. Durham, NC 27701
***********@***.*** ~ 919-***-****
Summary of Skills
Innovative professional
Demonstrated success in sales and account management
Broad based experience in general/construction management, project leadership and business development
Effective communication skills
Proficient analytical skills
Computer efficiency in MS Windows ME, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
Education:
N.C. Wesleyan College Morrisville, NC
B.S. Business Administration
Marketing ~ Finance ~ International Business ~ Accounting
Mt. St. Mary College Newburgh, NY 2002
Business Administration
Marketing ~ Finance ~ International Business ~ Accounting
Orange County BOCES Goshen, NY 1996
Entrepreneur and small business management courses
AutoCAD, Residential and Commercial Electric, Plumbing, Carpentry/Building Construction
Hudson Valley Institute for Real Estate Studies Newburgh, NY 1989-1990/ 2004
Real Estate Business development, marketing and operating procedures...
Licensed as a Salesperson in 1989 and as a Broker in1990 Then again in 2004
Newburgh Free Academy Newburgh, NY High School Diploma 1986 Marketing 1987-88
Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)
Coursework completed; certification pending 2014
Professional Experience:
Tradesmen International Raleigh, NC Jul 2010 to Present
Construction Manager/ Construction Finisher
Led in all phases of construction both new and existing
• Sheet metal HVAC installation
• Electrical and Mechanical installation
• Carpentry/Painting/Demolition/Masonry and repairs
Better Homes & Gardens G Greene RE, Houston, TX May 2016 to Sept 2017
Real Estate Salesperson
Active in all aspects of real estate sales
Residential Real Estate Sales
Active in the entire Houston Market
Aerotek Inc. Raleigh, NC May 2014 to Apr 2015
HVAC Mechanical
Installation of sheet metal and mechanical amenities at commercial/industrial facilities
Robins and Morton Durham, NC Sept 2013 to May 2014
Construction /Management
Supervised all phases of construction and renovation at Duke University Hospital
• Carpentry/Painting/Demolition
CSC Restoration Newburgh, NY Mar 2008 to Jun 2012
Project Manager/Carpenter, Mason, Construction Finisher
All phases of construction and renovation of landmark structure in historic district of Newburgh
Worked on a major renovation project with mixed use, commercial/residential
Supervised a team of approximately 14 construction journeymen and laborers
Carpentry/Painting/Demolition/Masonry/Plumbing
John J. Lease Realtors, Newburgh, NY May 2005 to Mar 2008
Associate Broker
Continually met or exceeded goals and expectations selling Real Estate for an established regional firm
Awarded presidents club membership for sales in 2006 and 2007
Worked in both residential and commercial divisions, serving over ten clients per month
A. H. Harris & Sons Inc. Newburgh, NY Oct 2001 to Mar 2004
Account Representative/Inside Sales/Facility Management
Performed successfully as an inside sales representative responsible for developing rapport with clients to secure a solid customer base. Warehouse/facility management duties including inventory and operations system control
Worked with branch manager to consistently meet and exceed yearly sales quotas
Independently managed accounts of existing clients as well as seeking new customers
Resolved issues and assisted in training clients on product and equipment use
Taber Hill Enterprises Newburgh, NY Jan 1996 to 2001
Owner/Contracting Sales/Property & Account Management
Successfully owned and managed a business providing various sized improvement projects to homeowners and businesses throughout the Hudson Valley area. Built a home improvement business from the ground up
Responsible for advertising and all facets of marketing
Managed accounts and serviced clients while focusing on quality production
Led teams of 8 -21 employees, training them on protocol and techniques
Yearly budgets ranged from $150,000 to $400,000
References due upon request