Kate Middleton
Real Estate Media Specialist · Just Pended Hawaii
Makawao, HI
In My Own Words
Objective: A creative problem solver with an insatiable hunger for challenge, ready to align with a company that serves its community.
Skills: An excellent communicator and a people person, comfortable speaking to groups and training staff. Key skills include: Budget Management, Forecasting, Relationship Development, Vendor Management / Negotiation, Sales Analysis, Challenge Identification, Creative Problem Solving, and Adept Under Pressure. Fluent in describing biomechanical and ergonomic concepts, technical apparel, and carbon fiber performance to all levels of cognition. Insatiable hunger for challenge.
Specialties: Proficient: Adobe Photoshop, Windows, Mac OS X; Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Dynamics Point of Sale; Constant Contact, Mail Chimp, Dartfish, Retul, Biotrace, BioBike, SABRE; SAP, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe InDesign.
Work Experience
Real Estate Media Specialist
Just Pended Hawaii2024 – Present
Photographer, Licensed Commercial Drone Pilot, Videographer, and 3D Floorplan Generator
General Manager
Island Dream Productions2022 – 2024
Managed a company comprised of 40 Employees working on 12 vessels on Maui waters Lead the transition of Independent Contractors to Employees Wrote all company policies and procedures Sales Reports Hiring and training Scheduling Testing and introduction of AI software Top 5 salesperson
Professional Photographer
Island Dream Productions2021 – 2024
Photographer on luxury sailing catamarans in Maui, onboard and underwater.
Marketing Manager, Sales Assoc
Hawaiian Paddle Sports2017 – 2018
Manage social media, blog entries with a strong focus on SEO optimization, website updates, photo and video editing for five companies under the Hawaiian Paddle Sports umbrella including Maui Kayak Adventures, Maui Surf Lessons, Maui Stand Up Paddleboarding and Hawaii Mermaid Adventures.
Assistant Marketing Manager
Trilogy Excursions2016 – 2017
Manage social media, write blogs, create websites, design print, and digital content, edit photo and video for all companies under the Trilogy umbrella, Trilogy Weddings, Lana'i Ocean Sports, West Maui Sail and Canvas, Lana'i City Service.
Event Marketing Coordinator
Vibram USA2012 – 2015
Manage Biannual National Sales Meetings, Global Sales Meetings and Holiday Parties including RFP’s, site negotiation, menus, reservations, offsite activities, supporting printed collateral and graphic materials, samples and staffing. Manage Trade, Industry and Consumer Events including agency RFP’s, booth build out, location, graphics, promotional items, promotional emails, social media, meals, accommodations appointment calendar and staffing. Identify potential new events, negotiate contracts and develop complete activation plans.
Customer Service Representative
Vibram USA2011 – 2012
Inside Sales position supporting the West Coast, Alaska and Hawaiian FiveFingers Sales Force. Answer incoming calls and emails from consumers relating to Vibram FiveFingers.
Spin Instructor
Ata Cycle2010 – 2012
Plan and lead 90 minute spin class for cyclists on bikes with stationary trainers. Progressive intensity based on power, heart rate, and perceived exertion.
Store Manager
Ata Cycle2006 – 2011
Managed a premier, high-end boutique, highly technical and fit focused bicycle store. Buyer, POS, Inventory, Project, Event and Software Manager, Receptionist and Basic Mechanic. Promoted sales from $1.2 to $2 million during industry hardship. Enabled clients to reach fitness goals from their first PanMass Challenge to the Mt. Washington Hillclimb.
Harvest and Pack Manager
Eva's Garden2008 – 2010
Direct a team of harvest staff to assimilate orders of high-end, restaurant grade herbs and greens from harvest to delivery. Conducted weekly meetings and estimates, and identified need for outsourced products. Implemented a computer system to bring farm from hand written to electronic invoicing, track labor hours, production and sales and improve efficiencies.
Education
Interests
Skills
Industries
Connections
Ahmed Perez GandicaProfessional Surfer / Brand Designer
Chad MihalickOwner, Malakye.com
Mark SperlingCo-Founder / CEO
Kelly QuillerBusiness Development Manager - Outdoor & Bike
Preston SierraCREATIVE DIRECTOR | DESIGNER | MARKETER | CONTENT CREATOR
Kylie JackmanInfluencer & Affiliate Marketing Coordinator