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Sonia Laouini

Reston

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with 4+ years of experience coordinating events, managing cross-functional projects, and building strong stakeholder relationships in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to plan and execute community engagement initiatives, manage vendor partnerships, coordinate logistics, and oversee multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Experienced in collaborating with marketing, operations, and leadership teams to deliver successful events and business objectives. Recognized for strong communication skills, project ownership, and the ability to drive initiatives from planning through execution. Seeking to leverage event coordination, project management, and operational expertise as a Trade Show Specialist with CACI.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Leasing Manager

Bozzuto
2025.08 - Current
  • Lead leasing, marketing, resident engagement, and event initiatives for a luxury multifamily community, coordinating cross-functional projects across operations, maintenance, marketing, and leadership teams.
  • Plan and execute an average of 4 resident events per month and quarterly large-scale pop-up events from concept through completion, including budgeting, vendor coordination, logistics planning, marketing promotion, registration management, setup, and post-event evaluation.
  • Serve as primary point of contact for event partners, local businesses, sponsorship opportunities, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful execution of community engagement programs.
  • Coordinate procurement and inventory of event materials, promotional items, signage, catering, and marketing collateral while maintaining organized tracking systems and vendor records.
  • Collaborate with corporate marketing teams to execute branding campaigns, social media initiatives, property promotions, and community outreach efforts.

Sales & Marketing Associate

Bozzuto
2022.05 - Current

• Achieved Top Sales Associate status for 8 consecutive quarters (2022–2024), consistently exceeding leasing targets by implementing data-driven sales strategies and leveraging CRM tools to nurture leads.

• Successfully closed 170+ leases in under 12 months, personally contributing to a 33% of total building occupancy at a new construction lease-up.

• Helped build early stage leasing strategies from the ground up, contributing to record-high-performing leasing numbers and exceeding weekly conversion targets.


• Conducted high-converting in-person and virtual tours, identifying prospect needs and tailoring pitches to close deals in a highly competitive class-A market.


• Managed full leasing cycle from lead qualification to closing, handling 200+ inbound and outbound inquiries monthly via CRM and drip campaign tools.


• Cultivated strategic relationships with renters, local businesses, and stakeholders while leading community initiatives and resident events that boosted brand visibility, enhanced satisfaction, and drove retention.


• Conducted regular market research and competitor analysis to advise marketing campaigns and pricing adjustments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
05.2022

Skills

  • Customer Engagement
  • Event Planning & Execution
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • CRM & Sales Pipeline Management
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management
  • Budget Tracking & Expense Management
  • Community Outreach & Engagement
  • Project Management
  • Marketing & Brand Promotion
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

LANGUAGES

Spanish
Native speaker

Additional Experience

Tasting Room Attendant, Cooper's Hawk – 2021-2022
Delivered exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced wine tasting room by guiding personalized tastings, recommending wine pairings, and effectively upselling memberships and bottles, contributing to monthly revenue goals. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, time management, and product knowledge in a hospitality-driven environment.

Server, Barcelona Wine Bar – 2019-2021

Provided elevated, knowledgeable service in a high-volume, upscale dining environment, consistently upselling wine and seasonal tapas through menu fluency and pairing recommendations. Built rapport with guests to enhance experience and support team sales goals.

Timeline

Leasing Manager

Bozzuto
2025.08 - Current

Sales & Marketing Associate

Bozzuto
2022.05 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Virginia Commonwealth University
Sonia Laouini