Strategic Business Development Expert
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Dynamic and fearless business development, marketing and communications executive with 20+ years of experience leading teams in multi-channel marketing and media initiatives in Business-to-Business and Business-to-Customer areas.
Having developed and maintained mutually beneficial corporate relationships in the hospitality, financial services, real estate, mortgage banking, and employee benefits industries throughout the years, Cynthia is now utilizing her vision and expertise in the private downtown city club sector as Membership Director for The HOUSTON Club.
I’m an extroverted and intuitive personality who revels in the space where business development, marketing, technology and relationship-building converge. Charismatic, motivating, and straightforward, I am a Thought Leader with strong professional ethics, eliciting excellence through a results-oriented performance-based approach.
I’ve served at the Director and VP-levels as a Seasoned Business Development, Marketing and Sales Management Executive experienced in engineering revenue growth through the development of vision, implementation of strategies and leadership of teams. Emphasis on market expansion, recruiting / retention, planning and executing campaigns for branding and sales process. I am a “connector.”
I offer expertise in the strategic development of new business channels through inspiring ownership and using strong executive leadership skills and effective project management processes.
Specialties:
Strategic Relationship / Business Development
Thought Leader
Killer Connector
Client Experience
Marketing (P&L and Budget Responsibility)
Management Consulting
Social Media
Team Building
Branding / Corporate IdentityDevelopment of Recruiting / Retention Models
Creation / Implementation of Mentoring Models
Communications / Corporate Relations
Marketing
Process Re-engineering
Architect of Ideas
Mentoring Models
Phenomenal Change Agent
Builds & Maintains a High-Performance Culture
Cynthia Fodell Mott has more than 25 years of experience in strategic business development, marketing, and CRM implementation for companies involved in financial services, mortgage banking, real estate, and professional services including corporate benefits. She is currently working in hospitality as the Membership & Marketing Director for the premier business networking social Club in downtown Houston. The HOUSTON CLUB.
Cynthia is a skilled Killer Connector. armed with a keen intuitiveness to bring people together that dramatically impact their professional and personal lives. She is an exceptional relationship builder capable of transforming low performing teams into innovative growth-oriented sales units. Cynthia has the eye for identifying areas for business growth and expansion and she possesses the strategic and tactical skills to design and implement marketing and media campaigns and strategic initiatives.
As Membership & Marketing Director for The HOUSTON Club, the oldest private club in the Southwestern U.S., having been founded in 1894, Cynthia has orchestrated a profound renaissance in the Club through the recruitment nearly 500 members in a two and a half year period. Her development and implementation of business networking events and other programs has kept the Club relevant and resulted in a fresh demographic for the Club that accurately reflects the rich cultural diversity that makes Houston one of the most desirable cities for the location of new business and the pursuit of entrepreneurial ventures.
As VP of Sales and Marketing for MBO Partners, a nationally recognized employee benefit firm, Cynthia triggered 3-fold returns to the division and $10 million in new business by optimizing and growing relationships with key industry players. She built a new division as head of the Commissioned Professionals unit , managed the profit and loss of a business segment, and designed and managed multiple marketing and sales programs.
Cynthia successfully negotiated strategic business alliances that generated a new revenue stream, expanded markets, and promoted greater brand recognition for RE/MAX of Texas. She coordinated six marketing budgets, managed multiple business plans, and led the marketing team to design and implement ad campaigns including streaming video, rich media, print, radio, newspaper, trade publications, and billboards. She created a new role at RE/MAX, brought in $1 million in new revenue to the bottom line, led her region to become “Region of the Year,” and won first place recognition network-wide for the “Best Newsletter.”
Cynthia is currently serving as Membership & Marketing Director and has served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Director of Marketing and Business Development, Communications Manager, and Mortgage Loan Officer. She earned a B.A. degree, summa cum laude, in English and Creative Writing and directs her creative side to visioning and implementing successful marketing strategies. Cynthia challenges herself and inspires others around her to reach their full potential through collaborative team efforts.
Cynthia enjoys spending time with her newly-married daughter Chloe’, reading, writing, cooking (hosting interesting dinner parties) and social networking. She loves connecting people, technology, old movies, traveling, fine wine and Rocky Patel cigars. Cynthia has studied architecture and has a minor in Art History. A writer of literary novels, historical fiction and poetry. she also likes to fish and craves the time spent at her sanctuary on Galveston Island.
Resume #1 – Overview Format
Cynthia Fodell Mott Resume – Traditional Format
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RE/MAX Executive Creates $1M New Revenue Stream in 6 Months
Managerial & Leadership Characteristics Combine to Produce Results
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“Dear Cynthia, Susan tells me this is your last day as Membership Director for The Club. I have been thinking of you this week, since learning of your anticipated departure, hoping for something inspirational to pass along. Most certainly, you have been inspirational to me. If you will forgive one last family reference, I can almost hear my grandfather and namesake, the one we find his picture in The Houston Club and It’s City, advising me The Club is not a place, but people that matter. Certainly, you seem to share that sentiment. My grandmother remarked after his passing, that her beloved husband simply loved life, he loved people, and would “walk across the street to shake your hand.” Looking back now, I can recall how it did take some time after we finished our Friday dinner at Luby’s late in his life, as my grandmother and I would sit and wait patiently while he walked the entire two story restaurant to greet all those he might know, before we could leave. I mention my grandfather this morning because I want to thank you for figuratively walking across the street to shake my hand.
Your contributions to The Club have been invaluable and I am saddened to learn of your departure. But that is selfish. What is important, is to wish you every possible happiness and success in the future. and to thank you for your contributions to The Club and it’s city. I would enjoy learning of your plans and know that others will benefit from your new endeavors. Best wishes to you Cynthia, I hope our paths cross again.
Fond regards, John Teer
“As the Membership Director at The HOUSTON Club, Cynthia brings such high degree of expertise and professionalism to her position. She is extremely enthusiastic about her work, and her dedication to the task at hand along with her vision to continually improve the Club is unrivaled. She is a great asset to not only the Club itself, but to every member and guest that walks through its doors.”
Stephen Morgan, Business Development Manager, TransTex Gas Services, LP
was with another company when working with Cynthia at The HOUSTON Club
“Cynthia Fodell Mott is a very professional and gracious director, recruiter and business networker. Cynthia is passionate about her work and focused on making a positive impact for The HOUSTON Club and our members. She takes the time to listen and learn about what makes each member special and makes appropriate introductions in a consistent and professional manner. Cynthia’s work ethic, business background, contacts, communication skills and follow-through make her an ideal Membership Director for one of the most prestigious private clubs in the country! It has been my pleasure to work with Cynthia and I have been pleased to introduce her to many HOUSTON Club member candidates.”
Ken Beaman, CIC, Managing Director, Frank Crystal & Company
was with another company when working with Cynthia at The HOUSTON Club
“Cynthia Fodell Mott is one of the finest individuals I have ever had the pleasure to know and work for. She always insisted that we worked together and her outstanding management skills made me feel like that was exactly the case. Cynthia’s work ethic is exemplary. She is always well-informed with the most current industry information. As our manager, she was always prepared and gave our department the tools we needed to be successful in our work. Cynthia encouraged our department to work hard to produce the best products possible, and rewarded us with sincere praise for a job well done. She was the voice of the department, and conveyed all of our members’ achievements, responsibilities, and concerns accurately and fairly to the CEO and the other department managers. Cynthia knows her business, too. On many occasions, her extensive knowledge of the topic at hand successfully drove the projects we were involved with. Her innovative ideas kept the Marketing Department and our materials fresh. Her responsibilities were extensive including the development of sponsorships, materials for all departments, and events promoting the company, and her in-depth knowledge shaped the policies of RE/MAX of Texas and the then 260 franchises in the state. Ms. Mott has it all. She has great savvy and business acumen, exceptional skills, and genuine integrity. I am available to answer any other questions you may have regarding Ms. Mott at 713-975-7515 (cell) or you may e-mail me directly at spcharrin@yahoo.com.”
Sherri Charrin, Corporate Development & Cause Marketing Executive, RE/MAX of Texas
was a consultant or contractor to Cynthia at MBO Partners, Inc.
“Cynthia is a dedicated, hard working professional with whom I enjoyed working. She has great communication skills and has an amazing ability to connect with a variety of audiences. She is someone you can trust to accomplish goals with high ethical standards. She would be a valuable asset to any company.”
Kristina Herod, Program Director, MBO Partners, Inc
worked indirectly for Cynthia at MBO Partners, Inc.
“Cynthia is a brilliant woman of integrity and character. I have had the privilege of working with her for several years during her tenure with RE/MAX of Texas and MBO Partners, Inc. She is motivated by making a positive influence and does what she says. She does not shy away from the challenge, but searches for the solution. I look forward to working together in the future.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity
Brenda Featherston, CRB
hired Cynthia as a Business Consultant in 2002, and hired Cynthia more than once
“I have personally worked with Cynthia Fodell Mott for over 5 years in her position as Director of Marketing and Business Development with RE/MAX of TX as well as her position as VP of Sales and Marketing at MyBizOffice. My experience with Cynthia is that she is very supportive of any company that she works with, and very effective at building and maintaining relationships with clients. I have seen Cynthia, on more than one occasion, work nights and weekends to insure that a project or event runs smooth. It is comforting to know that when Cynthia is my contact person, I have nothing to worry about. She will do what needs to be done, or find the right person. She is excellent at follow through and always responds to emails and calls promptly. Cynthia’s gift for implementing creative marketing ideas, and seeing the big picture make Cynthia an asset to any organization. I always enjoy working with her.”
Judy LaDeur, Owner, Judy LaDeur International
was with another company when working with Cynthia at MBO Partners, Inc
“Cynthia is absolutely one of the most “customer service oriented” people I know. There are few individuals that posses the relationship-building talents and great personality traits of Ms. Cynthia Fodell Mott. Her work ethic is impeccable!”
Gene Zaino, President, MBO Partners, Inc
managed Cynthia at MBO Partners, Inc
“Cynthia worked with us to have our commissioned sales people covered by MBO Partners, Inc. She did a great job of explaining the program and we made a decision to implement. I learned about the program at an insurance convention where Cynthia promoted the service and did an excellent job. I would definitely recommend her.”
Fred Prelle, Pres, Advisors Financial
was with another company when working with Cynthia at MyBizOffice, Inc
“Cynthia Fodell Mott is an outstanding, high integrity individual who is very personable and a delight to work with. We have worked with her and her company for a number of years and would highly recommend her to anyone. Darlene Lyons President EzEvents, Inc.”
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
Darlene Lyons
hired Cynthia as a Sales and Marketing in 2005
“Cynthia is a consummate professional that you can depend on for accurate information and acting on promised results.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity
Fiona Beecy
hired Cynthia as a Strategic Account Manager in 2006
“Cynthia was instrumental in By Design Publishing’s relationship with REMAX of Texas. Working with Cynthia was always a pleasure and she was exceptional at her role. As a vendor, Cynthia treated us with respect, she was creative in assisting us add value to our vendor relationship and was always our biggest fan. Because of Cynthia, our sponsorship dollars with REMAX of Texas were always our best ROI in the industry.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity
Brandon Lee
hired Cynthia as a Business Consultant in 2003
“Managed a high profile Franchise Marketing Department for RE/MAX of TEXAS with great creativity and provided compassion for fellow employees she directed to do their best work under her direction.”
Mitch Hartsock, Franchise director, RE/MAX of TEXAS
worked directly with Cynthia at RE/MAX of Texas
“Cynthia and I have been associated for more than a decade and she is one of those special folks that you always want on your team. I coined the title, “Queen of Sponsorships” to her long ago because she is an exceptional talent when it comes to building relationships with those among her ranks and those in relationship to her business affiliation. I could expand on the many accolades she received while with RE/MAX, but she would admonish me for highlighting her honors as she is such a modest and “behind-the-scenes” professional. She’s one of those ladies that shares her insights with others without pause, yet can continue to break ground into new territories and make a difference to the company’s bottom line. For an entrepreneur, she is a dream come true. It’s really not hard to say nice things about her. She shares so much with others in her field that any professional that comes in contact wither her immediately realizes the value of being associated with her. Beyond all of the career aspects, Cynthia is a wonderful person. She has an admirable work ethic and is one of the most influential women I have ever been associated with in my career. Chris Brock Director of Member Services RE/MAX Dixie Region (Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi)”
Chris Brock, Director of Member Services, RE/MAX Dixie Region
worked with Cynthia at RE/MAX of Texas
“I have always been involved in a “people business” and few people have crossed my path that have left life long impressions. Cynthia Fodell Mott is one of them. She is a dynamic, sincere, results oriented person with the customer always in mind and an end result that is consistently win-win for all involved. She is a creative genius with ideas and standards that allow her to create magic and outside the box results in her marketing projects and people skills. She has been and continues to be an inspiration to me and everyone she works with. A rare find in this crazy world; a genuine person, and a hard-working dedicated individual like no other. I am blessed to have her in my life.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative
Michael Brown, Vice President ALLIED HOME WARRANTY
hired Cynthia as a Real Estate Agent in 2001
“The four words that come to me first when I think of Cynthia Fodell Mott are Resourceful, Driven, Candid and Connected. She is also influential and intense. Lets just face it ….You need to know this pint sized dynamo.”
Chris Bazzy [The Bazzy Agency], Owner, The Bazzy Agency
was with another company when working with Cynthia at RE/MAX of Texas
“Cynthia Fodell has always been exemplary in every aspect of her position with RE/MAX of Texas. She has always been considerate and professional in a timely fashion when returning calls to me as her Account Representative for The Dallas Morning News. Although Cynthia was always busy with her Marketing duties throughout the state of Texas she would make every effort to make contact with me and also doing business with The Dallas Morning News and other BELO companies. Cynthia attended various trade meetings and events in the D/FW area where she represented RE/MAX with the highest level of class and professionalism. Cynthia Fodell is one of the few clients that conducted all her business in a very articulate and detailed manner. Cynthia’s experience would be underestimated if she were not consider executive level and above. I would highly recommend her for any high level of executive, director or Vice President with our companies as well as others looking to her for their leadership and management team.”
Richard Valle, Account Executive, BELO Corporation
was a consultant or contractor to Cynthia at RE/MAX of Texas
“Cynthia has a tremendous ability to see the complexity of business operations. She has extreme competence in the development of partnerships that foster value for her corporation through service and product as much as financial relationships producing ancillary revenue development. Her skill set is extremely varied from Brand Marketing placement to sales and finance management. She has been a key element to explosive growth in all of her companies. Regardless of her role she creates a hub which enables varied departments to see the connections between their individual proficiencies resulting in a team approach and exponential growth. Her loyalty, humor, compassion and care for people within her sphere is constant regardless of how difficult the challenges. She is a thought provoking individual who is never satisfied with the status quo. Yet she has deep value of heritage and faith that ground her and make individuals comfortable in her company. She will be a great team asset to any company she chooses to be with in the future and I am honored to have her professional acquaintance and be able to call her a friend.”
Chuck Lemire, Sales Associate, DeWolfe New England
worked directly with Cynthia at RE/MAX of Texas
“I had the pleasure of meeting Cynthia while she was with RE/MAX of Texas. It was pretty easy to see that she is a “go to person if you need to get it done” type. She really kept the state conventions popping and always seemed to be willing to more than you would expect from most. Get to know her, you’ll be glad you did!”
Dennis Kusenberger, Owner, RE/MAX Town & Country
was with another company when working with Cynthia at RE/MAX of Texas
“Cynthia is one of the most professional business people I have ever met. She is not only detail oriented but brings an extremely valuable talent to anything she has done. I’ve met no equal to Cynthia in business development, innovative solutions and creation of win-win symbiotic relations.”
Jeff Camp, Director of Marketing, RE/MAX of California & Hawaii
was with another company when working with Cynthia at RE/MAX of Texas
“Cynthia is one of the most dynamic professionals I’ve worked with. Her organizational skills are uncommon in today’s workplace. I always look forward to being teamed up with Cynthia.”
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity
J. Charles Plumb
hired Cynthia as a Business Consultant in 2001, and hired Cynthia more than once
“Cynthia Fodell Mott is highly experienced in the development of sales and multi-channel marketing initiatives. She possesses an unparalleled talent in opening new business channels through her ability to build and maintain deep, trusting relationships with a range of corporate clients. Her experience in using value-selling and strategic-selling methodologies has driven record revenues to high-growth organizations.
As a seasoned executive manager, Cynthia has been responsible for the management and operations of sales and marketing departments, guiding cross-functional teams in the launch of innovative technical solutions. Her expertise in multi-channel marketing management has driven team goal attainment with charismatic, straightforward leadership. She is also proficient in the training and mentoring of staff as well as in the development of recruiting and retention strategies and initiatives. Her knowledge of profit and loss control, developing business plans and making informed decisions that affect the profitability of the companies she has worked for has proven to be an invaluable asset.
Mott has vertical industry experience in Financial Services, Mortgage Banking and Real Estate. She has honed best practices in B2B, B2C, online marketing, multi-channel marketing, customer Internet trend analysis and website visibility. In addition to restoring low performing units to high performing, she inspires her colleagues with confidence, trust, integrity and professional ethics. Other strengths include CRM, P&L, channel development, market segment analysis, turnaround management, proposal/contract development, global account management, strategic business planning, annual reporting, team development, brand development, strategic business planning, B2B / B2C operations, budgeting and regulatory compliance.
Cynthia is a results-driven executive with an entrepreneurial approach. She possesses unquestionable integrity, strong interpersonal customer service and relationship-building skills and is a “must have” team player for any organization.”
Bob Hale
President & CEO
Houston Association of Realtors
“Cynthia is an amazing dot connector. She has an amazing personality and warmth about her which makes those she meets feel so comfortable right away. And combine this with her ability to have so many contacts and aware of what they do and what they need, that she makes her a ‘connecting dot machine’! Without reservation I can highly recommend Cynthia. A tremendous asset to her organization!”
Jon W. Litt, Account Executive, Whitlock
was with another company when working with Cynthia at The HOUSTON Club
“Cynthia is a natural people connector; I repeatedly witnessed her calculate how two or more people will benefit from having a relationship and then aggressively pursue a connection between the involved individuals. Then she follows up. I know a lot of people, but I have rarely encountered natural connectors like Cynthia. If you need or want to connect, just meet her. Cynthia’s business savvy, relationships and unbridled humility make her a perfect Membership and Marketing Director at The HOUSTON Club.”
E. Lynette Denton, Owner/Attorney, Denton Law Group, LLC
was with another company when working with Cynthia at The HOUSTON Club
“I met Cynthia in the Spring of 2011 and was immediately impressed with her dogged determination and ability to “think outside the box” on various projects. Subsequently, I’ve been fortunate to coordinate with and participate in several programs she has launched. From creation, to implementation and finally conclusion, Cynthia never leaves a job unfinished. I’m especially impressed with her determination to seemingly work 24/7 and reply to requests and correspondence on nights and weekends. Without a doubt, if I were building a team, she would be on it. In a nutshell – Pleasant, professional, prompt.”
D. J. Seidel, Civil Trial Lawyer, Darwin DJ Seidel, PLLC – Attorney at Law
was with another company when working with Cynthia at The HOUSTON Club
“Cynthia is a delightful woman and a new friend. I am continuously impressed with the high level of integrity she has, and she ALWAYS follows through on her word. She is a recipient of my personal endorsement due to the fact that she goes far beyond the status quo to help people, specifically new members of The Houston Club. If you are considering membership at the club, don’t think about it, just join.”
Billy Bray, Commercial Property & Casualty/Employee Benefits Producer, Wells Fargo Insurance Services
was with another company when working with Cynthia at The HOUSTON Club
“Cynthia’s connections through the oldest business networking club in Houston the 1894 Houston Club at 811 Rusk in downtown Houston has added value to many a business owner and professional in Houston. Just about every distinguished referral I have made to the Club and Cynthia has signed up as a member of The Houston Club. Her 1on1 with members starts the processes in place to connect with club members you need to meet. I am a member!”
Top qualities: Great Results, Good Value, High Integrity
Eric Standlee hired Cynthia as a Business Networking in 2011
“Cynthia possesses a real talent for indentifying and matching quality relationships. My name is Demetri Chambers. I am a partner with Walker & Chambers, a law firm based out of Dallas, Texas. My firm recently expanded to the Houston area, where I now reside. I recently joined The Houston Club. Immediately after joining, Cynthia introduced me to various business people who share similar visions and passions as mine. As a result of these introductions, I have already gained new clients, new business relationships, and new friends. Cynthia, through her keen sense for recognizing strengths in individuals, is a master at knowing how to bring the right people together to initiate lasting relationships. Cynthia does not simply do networking – networking is who she is!”
Demetri Chambers, Attorney / Partner, Walker & Chambers – Attorneys at Law
was with another company when working with Cynthia at The HOUSTON Club
Cynthia Fodell Mott
(713) 299-2684
cynthia@cynthiafodellmott.com
3029 Powderhorn Point
Richmond, Texas 77406
