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Karen Delara

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Business development manager at Twin Peaks Inc. growing construction and materials testing client relationships.

United States

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At Twin Peaks Inc., I identify potential clients in construction, engineering, and materials testing, and develop relationships to support business growth and retention. I prepare customized proposals with internal teams, negotiate contract terms, and help ensure agreements are carried out smoothly.

I also track prospects and proposal status, research industry trends, and present services to prospective clients and partners. Alongside business development, I support daily operations and review field reports before they go to clients.

At JOADEM Corporation, I coordinated proposal projects, researched prospects, and maintained client relationships. I also reviewed field reports, helped implement Agile Frameworks/Metafield, and assisted in forming a new website.

Earlier, I handled business administration and operations across property management, building maintenance, and staffing. At Express Employment Professionals, I processed payroll for over 100 associates and conducted interviews to fill client job orders.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Business Development Manager and Operations Assistant

Current

Twin Peaks Inc.

Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Identifies and researches potential clients in construction, engineering, and materials testing sectors. Develops client relationships, negotiates contracts, and supports daily operations and administrative tasks.

Business Development Customer Relationship Management Market Research Contract Negotiation Sales Pipeline Management Presentation Skills Administrative Support Project Management Tools Quality Assurance

Business Development Coordinator

JOADEM Corporation

Sep 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 4 months)

Coordinated business development activities including proposal preparation, client relationship management, and market research. Managed multiple proposal projects and supported implementation of project management software.

Business Development Proposal Writing Project Management Customer Relationship Management Market Research Contract Negotiation Proofreading Quality Assurance Agile Framework Metafields

Business Manager

The Building Survey Corp

Sep 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 3 months)

Managed payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and HR functions. Coordinated scheduling and reconciled financial statements.

Payroll Processing Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Human Resources Scheduling Financial Reconciliations Office Management

Assistant Property Manager

NHE Management-Bluestone Organization

May 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years 4 months)

Coordinated repairs and maintenance, managed tenant relations, and assisted with compliance and budget monitoring.

Property Management Tenant Relations Maintenance Coordination Compliance Budget Monitoring Invoice Processing Purchase Order

Temp Operations Administrator

Perfect Building Maintenance

Jun 2018 - May 2019 (11 months)

Provided administrative support and managed scheduling and staffing for temporary employees. Prepared HR paperwork and ensured labor budgets aligned with hours worked.

Administrative Support Scheduling Staffing Coordination Paperwork Labour Budgeting Timecard Processing

Office Manager/Staffing Consultant

Express Employment Professionals

Mar 2014 - May 2018 (4 years 2 months)

Managed accounts payable/receivable and payroll for over 100 associates. Conducted interviews, recruited staff, and handled front office administration.