Mitch Walz

Experience

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  Calgary Honda, Murray GM, MJ Ford

  Jun 2001 - Nov 2005

  Sales Associate

  Advised clients on vehicles to meet personal needsSteady sales record and top CSI (Customer Service Interview) report percentage of sales staffProduct promotion and advertising specialistSales competition and Walkaround champion

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  Cochrane Golf Club

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Pro Shop Manager

  Managing golf services staff of 10Oversaw the merchandising and sales of golf shop productsManaged golf shop inventory including ordering, receiving and merchandising the golf shopMaintained a budget goal of $100,000 sales and 23% margin over two seasonsCreated and executed the Cochrane Golf Club junior golfers program including creating and executing eventsWorked closely with local companies to increase corporate clothing and golf ball salesManaged large public tournaments including planning and execution of the eventsOversaw numerous large club golf events Show less

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  Lululemon athletica

  Sept 2006 - Mar 2012

  Educator/keyleader

  · Sales and marketing strategy development · Oversaw the inventory management system and store merchandising. · Executed the store social media development and promotions strategy. · Organized and promoted large community projects and events, utilizing media outlets for promotion. · Established and maintained numerous sponsorships with local fitness companies. · Created and implemented Lulu’s Biggest Loser, engaging local fitness companies and facilities to volunteer time and space to aid 12 women in losing a combined 200lbs over three months. · Worked closely with local sponsors to establish strong relationships and execute their marketing activities. · Created numerous internal team building events and staff competitions · Enhanced the business to business corporate sales· Managed over 30 staff members to achieve operational sales targets Hours - 2200 Show less

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  Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2015

  PGA of Canada Associate Professional

  My passion was coaching and teaching. As a teacher, I consistently focused on self improvement through learning programs and networking. To grow my business, I conducted advanced market research and analytics to determine the most efficient marketing materials and mediums to reach my client base and worked to identify trends to identify the best direction for my company. I worked with hundreds of students over 5 years with many students experiencing unprecedented success. As a golf professional:· Development of the golf academy, maximizing portfolio growth· Event management and execution· Developed local and national sponsorship agreements· Corporate sales and customer engagement· PGA of Alberta Assistant Board of Directors since 2012, spearheading numerous province wide programs and serving as President for 2014-2016. · Social media development utilizing: LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, Google+, and other sites to drive business· Developed relationships with numerous non-profits, raising $40,000 over 3 years for youth sport initiatives· Data analytics for golf shop and personal business/website to identify opportunities and/or issues and create strategic solutions to meet organizational goals.Hours - 6600 Show less

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  Newmark Knight Frank Devencore - Alberta

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2017

  Associate - Industrial Sales and Leasing

  As a commercial agent, I specialized in sales & leasing of industrial and commercial properties. I provided professional real estate consultation to seller and buyer clients utilizing a comprehensive service model, I ensured that clients received critical market knowledge and information, allowing them to make the most informed decision.Representing landlords, tenants, buyers and sellers, I worked tirelessly to identify opportunities to meet clients desired strategic outcomes. Achieving success required thorough market research, data and trend analysis, development of detailed lease/purchase contracts, expert contract negotiation, lead generation, unparalleled customer service, and the development of strong customer relationships. Show less

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  City of Calgary

  Jul 2017 - now

  The accuracy of assessments play a vital role in the financial impact on citizens and in the budgetary requirements of the City of Calgary. As an Assessor, I am responsible for the preparation, communication, and defense of annual tax assessments for properties and businesses within my portfolio. This includes:-the preparation of evidence and defense of assessments in a quasi-judicial court -research and analysis of data, trends, and the Calgary real estate market-Analysis of mass appraisal models and data-development and maintenance of customer relationships-respond to customer inquiries, creating solutions to complex assessment issues-development of key customer relationships with various stakeholdersDefending assessments requires the preparation of evidence, for the Assessor to serve as an expert witness, respond to evidence, and defend evidence in front of the Assessment Review Board. Demonstrating the fairness and equity of an assessment is a complex endeavor requiring an understanding of the governing legislation, the real estate market, and the mass appraisal process.Feel free to contact me if you would like to learn more about the role of an Assessor, or the Assessment process in Alberta. Show less

  • Recreation Program Specialist - Golf and Fitness

    Nov 2024 - now

  • Assessor

    Jul 2017 - Nov 2024
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  Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes

  Jun 2018 - now

  Infantry Officer - Canadian Army Reserves