Paula Katrina Edwards

Paula Katrina Edwards

Sales and Marketing Director, Business Development Specialist

Taguig, Philippines

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About

Dynamic and results-driven Sales and Marketing Director with over a decade of experience in real estate, luxury property sales, corporate events, and executive management. Success in driving revenue growth, managing international client portfolios, and building strong partnerships across multicultural markets. Great at strategic negotiations, high-value deal closures, and brand-building initiatives. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, delivering premium client services, and executing marketing campaigns that position companies for sustainable growth.

Experience

Remote Contractor

International Business Development Specialist

Remote Contractor

Jan 2026 – Present

• Providing reliable business support to SMEs, start-ups, and growing companies, streamline operations and manage direct client relationships without the cost of full-time local hiring. Specializing in market research, CRM management, handling confidential client and company information, generating leads, client and B2B outreach, and creating marketing strategies. • Developed and executed strategic market entry plans for private business owners, resulting in a 30% increase in international sales and expanded partnerships across Europe and Asia

Market ResearchCRMLead Generation
A-List Properties

Sales and Marketing Director

A-List Properties

Jan 2022 – Present

• Developed strategic partnerships with property owners, brokers, corporate stakeholders, and developers to expand market reach and deal pipeline. • Drive international client engagement through targeted campaigns, presentations, and direct negotiation with foreign investors and expatriates. • Successfully close multiple mid-to-high-value property transactions with local and foreign clients. • Strengthened brand positioning of A-List Realty amidst a saturated realty market. • Enhanced/expanded network of exclusive property and client roster.

Marketing StrategyNegotiationClient Engagement
Freelance

Real Estate Sales Associate

Freelance

Feb 2019 – Present

• Brokered luxury residential and commercial properties, managing mid-to-high value transactions for foreign and local investors. • Collaborated with a substantial number of brokers, agents, Attorneys-In-Fact, property owners and middlemen in closing deals for rentals from commercial spaces, homes in high-end areas. • Closed deals for foreign investors and expatriates. Handled over 70 property rentals and contracts, including post-lease property inspection and property modification. • Built long term relationships with expatriates, brokers, corporate clients, and property owners. • Delivered full transaction lifecycle support including prospecting, property presentations, ocular, negotiations, documentation, and turnover. Generated consistent revenue by client trust and service excellence.

Real Estate SalesNegotiationClient Relations
Swan Medicot LLP

Remote Business Development Associate (Poject-based)

Swan Medicot LLP

Apr 2026 – May 2026

• Identified and qualified prospective clients to expand the sales pipeline and increase market reach. • Coordinated communication between cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and improve delivery timelines. • Developed tailored proposals that address client needs, enhancing engagement and conversion rates. • Monitored competitor activity to inform strategic positioning and maintain competitive advantage. • Facilitated negotiation processes to secure agreements that aligned with company objectives and client expectations.

Business DevelopmentClient RelationsProposal Development

C-Suite Executive Assistant

International Private Business Owner

Jan 2019 – Dec 2022

• Streamlined executive scheduling, coordinated high-level communications, and managed confidential business operations to enhance organizational efficiency and support strategic decision-making. • Created strategies to market a garment business, real estate firm, and aircraft maintenance software.

Executive SupportBusiness StrategyMarketing
Keller Williams Philippines

Property Sales Consultant

Keller Williams Philippines

Jan 2019 – Dec 2022

• Conducted lead generation, client qualification, property viewing and negotiation. • Supported sales and business development initiatives for residential property listings. • Contributed to team sales performance

Lead GenerationClient QualificationNegotiation
SOE

Event Planner

SOE

Jan 2018 – Dec 2019

• Co-managed corporate and social events • Led vendor sourcing, contract negotiations, venue designing, logistics, planning and budget coordination. • Managed staff/crew, meals, payroll, and hiring • Ensured seamless execution aligned with client objectives, timelines, and budgets.

Event PlanningVendor ManagementContract Negotiation

Credit Card Fraud Analyst

ICT Group – JP Morgan Chase Account

Jan 2008 – Dec 2009

• Front line for credit card fraud investigation, resolution and client retention. • Delivered accurate case solution while maintaining service-level agreements.

Fraud InvestigationClient RetentionCase Resolution
Telus International

Customer Service Specialist

Telus International

Jan 2005 – Dec 2007

• Managed premium client accounts focusing on retention, issue resolution, and service excellence while consistently meeting quality and performance metrics.

Client RetentionIssue ResolutionAccount Management

Education

Penn Foster Career School

Penn Foster Career School

Bachelor of Science · Business Management

2003 – 2007

Skills

C-Suite Executive AssistaProperty ManagementProject ManagementReal Estate SalesBusiness DevelopmentLead GenerationB2B NegotiationSales OptimizationCRMMarket ResearchMarketing Strategy

Languages

English (Full professional proficiency)