Jack P Best, RECS
PO Box 1803
Lady Lake, Florida, 32158
USA
772.349.8328
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e-mail: jbestmls@hotmail.com
Qualifications Summary
Financial
- CEO, CFO General Manager and Broker for all Office Operations and Finances
- Bookkeeping and Accounting using Quicken, Quick-Books, Champion, Escrow Management.
- General Manager and Broker for all Office Operations.
- Budget Determination, Profit and Loss Reports, and Oversee Membership Billing
- General Bookkeeping and Accounting using Quicken, QuickBooks Pro, Champion
- and Real Estate and Title Escrow Management software.
Computer Applcations and Software
- Skilled Knowledge of Microsoft Office '97/2000,2003, Windows 2000NT/ME/XP-SP3
- / Vista, Internet Explorer 7.0/8.0 and Adobe Acrobat MLS Applications:
- Maestro; REXplorer ;( Fidelity MLS); Workstation IV; MLXchange; (Market Linx)
- Facilitator of data mapping and implementation of system application and conversion
- Usage of Association back-office Database such as MMSI and Rapattoni Magic
- Troubleshoot Various Software Applications and provide Issue Resolutions.
People Management Skills
- Prepared and instructed Quality Customer Service and Technical Support
- Recruited, Trained and Retained Real Estate Licensees to Large Firm Environment
- Practice advanced Management Philosophy and Delegation Discipline
- Group Mentor for Real Estate Workshop on Locating, Contracts and Mortgages
- REALTOR® Dispute Resolution System Mediator (ADR) for National Association
Marketing
- Design full color Home Flyers and Brochures from software
- Researched and produced Solds & Active Market Share Analysis
- Negotiated favorable Vendor contracts for Brokerage and Associations
- Write and Distribute internal and external Newsletters
Organization
- Prepared Strategic Planning, Goals and Objectives for Business Success
- Wrote overall Office Procedure and System Manuals
- Established Office Locations, Leasing, Furnishing and Utilities
- Setup, Scheduled and Moderated Meetings and Training Programs
- Write and Distribute internal and external Association Newsletters
Work Experience
Chief Executive Officer, Western Arizona Realtor Data Exchange, Lake Havasu City, Arizona
April, 2007 – April, 2008
- Implemented and enhanced the new InnoVia MLS Software conversion for a County
- Regional MLS, three REALTOR Association Shareholders and 1,700 users
- Performed Fee collections, Bookkeeping, Generating almost $500,000 in 90 days.
- Leased and Improved a 1,200 Sq Ft. Corporate Office and Training Center
Director of MLS Platform Technologies and Training,
Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc.,
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
February, 2002 - April, 2007
- Designated Manager for REXplorer,WyldFyre and MLXchange Platforms.
- Manager of Call Center Telephone Support for 17,000 Members on MLS Access.
- Review Manuals, Training Programs and Vendor Contracts for MLS Platforms.
- Participate as Member of NAR Committees and National MLS Users Group.
Vice President-Manager, EXIT Realty Associates, EXIT Realty Group, Port St. Lucie and Stuart, Florida
May, 2000 - February, 2002
- Designated REALTOR Broker for overall Company Operations
- Training and Recruiting to the EXIT Sponsorship Program
- Provided Technical support to Sales People and Staff
- Responsible for daily Management and Contract Activities
Senior Consultant, Innovative Management Services, Lake Mary, Florida
January, 1997 - December, 1999
- Group Mentor for Real Estate Workshop on Locating, Contracts and Mortgages
- Provide Technical Training of Real Estate Software on various Platforms
- Arrange definitive Appraisals and Evaluations from a Call Center
- Instruct on Internet Marketing, Web Site construction and Metatag Keywords
Technology Broker, Keller Williams Realty, Boca Raton, Florida
1995 - January, 1997
- Trainer of real estate related Computer Software Programs
- Responsible for Tech Support and PC troubleshooting for office and agents
- Wrote and instructed for Contact Manager and Database applications
- Developed Marketing techniques using CMA, Buyer, Flyer and MLS Records
General Sales Manager, RE/MAX Realty Group offices, Fort Myers and Cape Coral, Florida
1990 - 1994
- Responsible for operation, marketing and training for 40 Associates
- Designed Ads and negotiated advertising contracts
- Recruited to the 100% commission concept
- Developed and published dominant market-share graphs
Education
Florida Real Estate Commission - Salesman and Brokers License #0582912
Computer Master advanced Course on Microsoft Office 2000/Windows95/98/2000
Sixteen Hour practical application on 1031 Exchanges and Tax implications
REALTORS National Marketing Institute - CRB, CRS, DRS Designations 1982-1994
Boston University, Boston MA - ASD Liberal Arts
Wakefield High School - Wakefield, MA
Certifications
Licensed Real Estate Broker – State of Florida
Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager - CRB
Certified Residential Specialist - CRS
Real Estate Cyberspace Society - RECS
Designated Arbitrator & Negotiator, NAR Dispute Resoluton System
Florida Association of REALTORS Honor Society 1992-1995
Activities
National Association of REALTORS, Board of Directors 1994-1996
MLS Policy Committee, Risk Management and Others (NAR) 1994-Present
REALTORS National Marketing Institute, MC Board of Directors 1988-1992
Florida Association of REALTORS , Strategic Planning Committee, and Others 1993-1995
Vice President, Cape Cod & Islands Board of REALTORS - 1990