Kathryn Leas is seeking a full-time position where she can utilize her skills in real estate, sales, business development, marketing and management. She has over 10 years of experience in these fields, having held positions in operations management, marketing coordination, business management, real estate sales and more. She prides herself on being a motivated self-starter with strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.

1. KATHRYN CALLAWAY LEAS
kathryn.leas@gmail.com • 301.525.9878
5204 Belvoir Drive • Bethesda, Maryland 20816
OBJECTIVE: Seeking a full time position in which my skills and experience in real estate, sales, business development,
marketing and management can be used in the process of increasing efficiency and productivity by streamlining current
processes, assisting in organization and overall management of the office and individuals on staff.
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
• Motivated, results driven self-starter who takes initiative and needs minimal supervision
• Seasoned professional whose honesty and integrity provide for effective leadership and optimal relationships
• Exceptional communication skills, able to build and maintain relationships and convey information in written and verbal forms
• Highly knowledgeable of technology and able to keep up with the ever-changing technological environment
• Extremely organized and efficient with a high attention to detail
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
GINGER BOUTIQUE, BETHESDA, MD
Assistant Manager, Marketing/Business Development Coordinator October 2014 – Present
• Developed marketing strategy to grow client base by increasing presence on social media and e-commerce website
• Received and invoice merchandise, manage stock levels, oversee merchandising of items, submit inventory orders to manager
• Greet shoppers, offer assistance, provided customer service which allows me to use problem solving skills on a regular basis
THE GRAND HIGHLAND HOTEL, PRESCOTT, AZ
Operations Manager, Marketing Coordinator February 2014 – September 2014
• Supervise daily operations, departments, personnel and tasks
• Launched customer review campaign which directly increased reservation rate and allowed for competitive pricing increases
TTR SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY, MCLEAN, VA
Business Manager, Marketing Coordinator, Sales Associate January 2012 – August 2013
• Implemented policy to streamline submission, records and processing of paperwork
• Managed print and online marketing advertisement publications on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
• Assisted in the planning, marketing, pre-events, and execution of events hosted and/or promoted by TTR Sotheby’s Intl. Realty
• Designed and produced property advertisement layout and content used in local monthly print publications
LULU BELLA BOUTIQUE, BETHESDA, MD
Founder April 2009 – January 2014
• Developed concept, business plan, marketing plan and executed into a start-up venture
• Managed business; inventory, sales, finances, marketing and brand recognition using social media and word of mouth outlets
FEDERAL REALTY INVESTMENT TRUST, ROCKVILLE, MD
Executive Leasing Assistant December 2008 - January 2010
• Provided direct assistance to the SVP and VP of Retail Leasing as well as assisting the department as a whole
• Developed print, presentation and online marketing campaigns focused on brand expansion, development and promotion
• Conducted market research to develop presentation materials for clients, prospective tenants, investors and Board of Directors
CREATIVE PARTIES, BETHESDA, MD
Sales Associate, Event Coordinator February 2008 - December 2008
• Developed relationships with outside vendors, working together to submit design, layout and text for client orders
• Effectively process and provide creative ideas which will encompass the clients vision and expectations
• Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts
THE FLEISHER GROUP, LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE, CHEVY CHASE, MD
Real Estate Sales and Marketing Manager May 2005 – August 2007
• Responsible for communicating with clients (buyers and sellers), providing assistance and informational consultations
• Created, prepared and maintained marketing and promotional material for individual property listings
EDUCATION
INDIANA UNIVERSITY, BLOOMINGTON
Degree: Bachelor of Science, The Kelley School of Business. December, 2007
Concentration: Financial Management. Minor: Marketing and Business Development