Highly Creative out of the box thinker with experience in the Luxury Space. Think RealEsate, Fashion, Beauty and Health - Love of Malibu, Montauk, Monaco and to keep it real - never forget my small town beginnings in Mansfield. - People LOVE to talk to me.. I have an uncanny way of making people feel at ease about everything-- Former Reporter content creator! a.k.a - @MelissainMalibu

MELISSA DYAN Malibu

Highly Creative out of the box thinker with experience in the Luxury Space. Think RealEsate, Fashion, Beauty and Health - Love of Malibu, Montauk, Monaco and to keep it real - never forget my small town beginnings in Mansfield. - People LOVE to talk to me.. I have an uncanny way of making people feel at ease about everything-- Former Reporter content creator! a.k.a - @MelissainMalibu

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Highly Creative out of the box thinker with experience in the Luxury Space. Think RealEsate, Fashion, Beauty and Health - Love of Malibu, Montauk, Monaco and to keep it real - never forget my small town beginnings in Mansfield. - People LOVE to talk to me… I have an uncanny way of making people feel at ease about everything-- Former Reporter content creator! a.k.a - @MelissainMalibu

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Work Experience

Luxury Medical - Aesthetic Laser Device Sales (Pure Plasma Radio Frequency, IPL, Hair Removal) at Curated Aesthetics
January 1, 2019 - Present
Commission-based luxury medical/aesthetic laser device sales (including optional handpieces and consumables). Developed bill-to-buy sales cycle with new accounts; sold one device per quarter with total sales of ~$400k/year to date. Scaled revenue by selling consumables only. Managed quarterly clinical education meetings across multi-state territories and increased existing account revenue. Attended trade shows, conferences, and networking events to drive new business and build a consistent pipeline. Established key opinion leaders to drive referral-based sales. Researched competitors for industry trends and objection handling. Managed and grew new luxury resort/spa accounts with frequent travel (75%+).
Real Estate Agent at Douglas Elliman California
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Negotiated real estate contracts between buyers and sellers; compared similar properties to determine competitive market prices; liaised between property owners and prospective buyers for purchase and transfer; advised clients on mortgage and housing conditions; worked to sell 10+ homes over 4 years from approximately $1.5M to $12M; received 5-star customer team reviews; respected and friendly approach and willingness to help.
Beauty Director (Living Magazine/HAUTE Residence/HAUTE Beauty/Jet Set Magazine) at Living Magazine / HAUTE Residence / HAUTE Beauty / Jet Set Magazine
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Provided leadership in beauty/media brand roles; (resume text does not include detailed responsibilities beyond title/period).
Sales & Marketing Director (Luxury Advertising Sales) at Modern Luxury Scottsdale & Interiors Publishing
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Handled luxury advertising sales for multiple brands/publications (Interiors Magazine, Health & Beauty). Partnered with AAD & ASID members to increase sales and referrals through cross-marketing opportunities. Organized networking and marketing events to build brand awareness and gain leads. Developed and nurtured leads for small to medium-sized businesses. Created multi-platform sales and marketing programs. Maintained strong relationships with clients, media agencies, and creative agencies to generate revenue and provide sales/marketing consulting. Exceeded monthly revenue goals and supported sales management on identifying new targets and expanding into new markets. Produced heavy outbound calling in a team environment; engaged in local marketing initiatives and industry events.
Regional Sales Manager at New Beauty / Sandow Media Group
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2013
Managed forecasting/projection and consistently closed ~$10k in revenue monthly for new business across a multi-state territory. Ranked #1 out of 10 for new accounts and total sales year over year; ranked #2 out of 10 Southwest Region; top 5 overall. Led integrated print, social media, and multi-platform campaigns for luxury aesthetic and lifestyle leisure brands including new product launches. Drove new business development strategy generating $1M+ in untapped revenue for multiple publications. Promoted to leadership to train new hires across full sales process (prospecting, qualifying, cold calling, pitching, closing). Organized networking and marketing events to build awareness and new leads. Managed $2M–$4M book of business across publishing career. Provided clinical advocacy and practice/business development and marketing support to drive platform success; introduced new products and supported KOP/referral network building. Travel 75%+ with frequent overnights.
Area Regional Sales Director at Pfizer (Pharmaceuticals)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Received Presidents Club recognition for meeting/exceeding KPI and quarterly goals. Awarded 6 out of 7 years for Zoloft, Aricept, Celebrex & Bextra (COX-2 inhibitors). Groomed key opinion leaders for prescription base sales model. Led clinical study initiatives in target offices to gain competitive advantage for Bextra & Celebrex. Awarded new product launch winner for most new scripts and early; ranked #1 district of region for 5 out of 7 years.
Associate Producer / Reporter (All News Programs) at ABC News / Channel 6 WSYX (Columbus, Ohio)
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2000
Worked as associate producer/reporter on all news programs including sports and neighborhood news segments. Performed troubleshooting roles, assignment desk editing, and producer/editor responsibilities. Sports Zone and Neighborhood News production/reporting.

Education

BS at Ashland University
January 1, 1995 - August 4, 2026

Qualifications

Licensed Real Estate Agent (CA & NY)
January 1, 2019 - August 4, 2026
Presidents Club (Pfizer recognition)
January 11, 2030 - August 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality