Valerie Brewer
Western Grove
Summary
Seeking opportunity to leverage strong organizational skills and educational background while fostering collaboration with diverse teams
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Agent
Berneace Realty
11.2024 - Current
- Managed contracts, negotiations, and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Negotiated, facilitated, and managed real estate transactions.
- Advertised client properties through websites, social media, and real estate guides.
- Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients through networking, postcards, and cold calling.
- Streamlined communication between all parties involved in transactions, ensuring smooth closings and satisfied clients.
Academic Advisor
NAPHE (TRIO-SSS)
04.2019 - 11.2024
- Met with students regularly to review degree progress and graduation requirements
- Review placement tests and certifications with students to ensure they are placed in the proper classes or programs
- Assist students with any changes in their course of study
- Review career goals with students and help them follow the proper track to reach their goals
- Supervise TRIO-SSS Tutors
- Input Tutoring Subject and Attendance Sheets
- Assist students with questions regarding enrollment, financial aid, course schedule, and website navigation
- Assist in planning and executing workshops by organizing educational needs and supplies
- Prepare workshop rosters and reports
- Assist Students with class preparation and supplies
- Participate in professional development opportunities
- Maintain and create office records relating to TRIO-SSS departmental APR tracking
Store Manager
Brewer Enterprise
03.2013 - 04.2019
- Manage staff scheduling and production
- Supervise and oversee inventory accuracy
- Train and set up new employees in the POS system
- Implement planograms
- Prepare weekly sales reports
- Setting and achieving sales targets
- Travel to different markets for product presentation and pick-up
- Ensure positive customer service
- Oversee daily store operations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Arkansas State University
05.2023
Associate of Arts - undefined
North Arkansas College
05.2021
Certificate - Administrative Support
North Arkansas College
05.2015
Skills
- Project management expertise
- Effective communication
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Reporting and analysis
- Accounts receivable management
- Customer relations
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
Berneace Realty
11.2024 - Current
Academic Advisor
NAPHE (TRIO-SSS)
04.2019 - 11.2024
Store Manager
Brewer Enterprise
03.2013 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Arkansas State University
Associate of Arts - undefined
North Arkansas College
Certificate - Administrative Support
North Arkansas College