Darren Portwine
Braybrook
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Intellegent Investment Advocates, excelling in strategic planning and relationship building. Spearheaded product launches, enhancing brand visibility and customer acquisition. Skilled in negotiations and decision-making, achieving high project success rates. Demonstrates creativity and innovation, driving business growth and team performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Intellegent Investment Advocates
Braybrook, VIC
04.2019 - Current
- Spearheaded successful product launches that resulted in increased brand visibility and customer acquisition.
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Off plan sales to global clients, working alongside Colliers International.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Vic/SA StatesTraining Director
Purplebricks
Sydney, NSW
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Frequent Interstate travel
- Hands on listing and selling coaching through attendance of appraisals, and as a third party to negotiation discussions.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Implemented simply lead from the front and lead by example policies.
- Created relationships with Developers Statewide to increase Project Marketing awareness and market share.
Licensed Residential Real Estate Agent
Cayzer Real Estate
Port Melbourne, VIC
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
- Utilized technology tools such as MLS databases, CRM systems, and social media platforms to efficiently manage workloads and stay connected with clients.
- Managed a high volume of transactions simultaneously while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing knowledgeable and personalized service during the home buying process.
- Provided guidance to first-time homebuyers, simplifying complex processes and offering support throughout the transaction.
- Negotiated favourable terms for clients during property transactions, resulting in successful deals and satisfied customers.
- Demonstrated expertise in local markets by staying informed of trends impacting housing demand, supply, pricing fluctuations.
- Advised sellers on staging techniques to enhance the appeal of their homes, leading to quicker sales at higher prices.
- Conducted comprehensive market analyses to determine property values and guide clients in pricing decisions.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations by completing continuing education courses and staying current on new laws or practices.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to maximize sales and attract new clients.
Victorian State Sales Manager
Run Property
Prahran, VIC
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members to identify areas of strengths and opportunities for improvement, resulting in tailored development plans.
- Delivered informative presentations at industry events to showcase company products/services while expanding professional networks in the region.
- Utilized data-driven insights from CRM systems to guide decision-making processes around pricing, target markets, and sales strategies.
- Established clear sales targets and provided regular feedback to the team regarding their progress towards meeting objectives.
- Listing and selling property Melbourne wide.
Education
No Degree - Public Schooling
Thomas Bennet Community College
Hoersham, West Sussex07-1984
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- People management
- Operations management
- Project management
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Strategies and goals
- Goal setting
- Contract and vendor management
- Negotiation
- Rules and regulations
- Business development
- Contract negotiation
- Contract management
- Sales management
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Director
Intellegent Investment Advocates
04.2019 - Current
Vic/SA StatesTraining Director
Purplebricks
01.2017 - 02.2019
Licensed Residential Real Estate Agent
Cayzer Real Estate
01.2015 - 12.2016
Victorian State Sales Manager
Run Property
10.2014 - 12.2016
No Degree - Public Schooling
Thomas Bennet Community College