Wichita, Kansas, United States
Brilliant style combined with a pragmatic approach, the Paramount Real Estate Group brings together over 50 years of collective real estate experience having sold over $350 million in volume and counting! Stephanie Jakub, Janet Foster and Lisa Anderson are three top producing Realtors who have been individually recognized for numerous accolades and ranked in the elite top 2% of Wichita metro Realtors. In an industry where often the experience is impersonal and transactional, the Paramount Real Estate Group is dedicated to providing a tailored real estate concierge experience to assist you in navigating every aspect in executing a seamless real estate experience from start to well after completion! Whether you are looking for expert negotiating skills to buy a new home or up to the minute online marketing skills to sell your property for top dollar, the Paramount Real Estate Group is taking their service and clients to the next level. Their innovative marketing strategy, always ahead of the curve in this ever changing digital age, creativity, detailed processes and impeccable communication lead to an exceptional experience and remarkable results. The focus on an “all-encompassing” client experience incorporates the “full-service” model of the Paramount Real Estate Group including proven buying and selling strategies, new home construction, interior design implementation, staging services, photography and commercial investing. Backed by Wichita’s most trusted real estate brokerage for 120 years, J.P. Weigand & Sons, and their mutual commitment to excellence, the Paramount Real Estate Group will far exceed the current industry standard in YOUR next real estate experience. Call the Principals of the Paramount Real Estate Group today where you can expect more.
Professional experience selling and buying homes, assisting both Buyers and Sellers in the real estate transaction process for J.P. Weigand & Sons, Inc in Wichita, representing the top 10% of real estate agents in the Wichita Metro. Responsible for pioneering a marketing plan targeted at networking, prospecting and implementation of aggressive and innovative marketing strategies. Work closely with property owners and management, developing successful business relationships with customers, building clients for life to ensure both short term and long term business plan outcomes and objectives are met. Owner and operator of a multi-faceted interior decorating business, incorporating; staging, new-home design, decorating, remodeling and professional organization. Responsible for selecting design, colors and materials used in interior decorating projects ensuring customer expectations are exceeded. Accountable for determining factors impacting the design scope of a project, including budget allowances, sub-contractor negotiations and bids, architecture plans and deadlines.
Responsible for the development of new business and the oversight of; internal operations support, manufacturing and fabrication units and providing direct oversight for the development of the organizations management team. Provided leadership in the formulation and implementation of new business strategies, marketing and the development of revenue generating programs; and strategic direction in the implementation of AIP/WOR policies, processes and procedures. Created and maintained collaborative relationships across North America and Europe leading to the achievement of the organization’s annual goals. In addition to the efficient and effective administration of the above areas, served as a member of the strategic leadership team, participating in decision making, collaborating with the Vice President of Sales, and providing support to the President/CFO and CEO.
Provided leadership to create and deliver long-term, sustainable value to the organization through tactical marketing to key customer segments that offer the highest prospects for success, revenue growth, and sustained profitability. Incorporated operational functions and implementation encompassing the company’s strategic plan and key initiatives. Responsible for development of specific strategies and programs for high propensity clientele to deliver what they need and gain more market share to support revenue goals of the organization. Managed and coordinated new product and marketing launches, working closely with the CEO and President providing input and coordination for all division marketing objectives. Worked in partnership with the National Sales Manager to accomplish the organizations strategic growth objectives including sales goals, training initiatives and employee development plans. Monitored and communicated performance against strategic business initiatives adhering to the marketing budget, established clear objectives for all investments to drive profitability and return on investment. Collaborated to establish key division profit performance metrics to the CEO and President. Evaluated historical data; including sales mix, competition, pricing and recommend adjustments and changes.
Lead the organization in all competencies related to vision, mission, and strategy facilitating effective performance with others and overseeing internal and business-focused operations as well as overseeing external, mission delivery, program-focused operations across 80 counties in Kansas, impacting 16,000 stakeholders and 5.5 million dollar budget. Applied critical reasoning to decision making, considering the implications and potential impact on the operations of the organization. Worked with the executive leadership team in the strategic learning process. Developed functional/regional operational plans. Oversaw day-to-day operations by reviewing performance metrics dashboards and outcomes to evaluate business processes. Served as operations subject matter expert and staff representative on various functional task groups to review issues, provide guidance, and facilitate regional decision making. Encouraged employees to try innovative approaches to work, and as approaches are implemented, leverages insights and learning from experience and results. Mentored others in the organization to promote high performance, facilitated professional development, and created a leadership pipeline.
Implemented and designed new organizational matrix model, emphasizing maximum impact for building team support throughout five regional offices throughout Kansas. Coached individuals on how to attain high performance standards and Identifies what motivates individuals and leverages it to produce desired outcomes Empowered individuals in an open exchange of ideas to incorporate change, explore novel solutions, and achieve the desired future state. Performed ongoing Research and Development in delivery areas of membership recruitment, volunteer training and support, program, and product sales to ensure knowledge of industry best practices, competitors’ impact in the market, and other external factors. Monitored business and program processes, procedures and systems pertaining to mission delivery; identify and document gaps; and collaborate with staff to identify and implement solutions. Identified and recommended tactics to promote membership growth and retention both regionally and state-wide. Worked with the organizations regional teams to understand current operational dynamics, gain field perspective and apply learning’s to establish best practices. In conjunction with Executive team, established policies, and procedures to ensure effective implementation of best practices in regard to partnerships with community organization.
Provided leadership in the world’s number one supplemental education services business in multiple sites, with annual revenue exceeding $5.3 million. Developed vision to manage staff to provide quality delivery of services and assessment of success, while ensuring optimal growth.