Sean Magers

Director of Communications & Government Affairs @Huntsville Area Association Of Realtors

Huntsville, AL, US

Built and oversaw a brand-new communications and outreach department that has increased engagement, enrollment and non-dues revenue for the largest and most successful trade organization in the region.• Ensured as many members of our organization as humanly possible feel heard, respected and satisfied.• Brought in more than in grant money and valued research studies. • Responsibly but ambitiously managed budgets totaling more than a quarter of a million dollars.• Managed a local PAC with a budget of more than Assisted in executing multiple strategic plans, serving as the primary lead on 40% of said plans\' principles.• Represented HAAR, ValleyMLS and the REALTOR® brand in North Alabama, Montgomery and Washington, D.C.• Helped to meet PAC fundraising goals each year at an organization that had not done so in its previous 12 years, boosting the organization\'s influence and the REALTOR® brand in the halls of power.• Strengthened relationships with community and government leaders, boosting the REALTOR® brand along the way.• Holistically planned and executed more than 100 events of various sizes, both with and without support teams.• Developed forward-thinking programs that require consistent maintenance and management.• Managed and mentored committees, employees and interns in a way that doesn\'t just accomplish a stated goal, but pushes everyone - including myself - to grow.• Provided media and political training to a rotating Leadership Team with varying levels of experience. • Pitched and managed more than 150 media interviews.• Authored speeches, scripts, talking points, annual reports, newsletters, damage control announcements, web and social media content, press releases and various sensitive communications.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication Arts