Denette Bartoli, B.A.

Realtor, Leasing Specialist, Property Management @ Terrace Associates Inc.

About

I’m a real estate and communications professional with over 15 years of experience blending public relations, strategic messaging, and real estate expertise to help people make sense of complex systems — from housing and policy to community change. My career spans work with top PR agencies like Edelman, independent consulting for lifestyle and small business brands, and extensive hands-on experience in Bay Area real estate, where I’ve navigated local laws, landlord-tenant relations, and public-facing client advocacy. What sets me apart is my ability to connect people, policy, and storytelling — translating high-stakes or sensitive issues into clear, confident communication that builds trust. Whether engaging the public, supporting internal leadership, or crafting messaging that cuts through noise, I bring a grounded, community-centered voice to every project. Now, I’m looking to apply that hybrid expertise in a mission-driven organization — ideally one focused on housing, human services, public affairs, or community engagement.

Country

United States

City

San Francisco Bay Area

Industry

Real Estate

Skill

Contract Negotiation, Real Estate Listings, Commercial Real Estate, Strategic Planning, Market Research, Market Analysis, Project Management, Time Management, Problem Solving, Networking, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Crisis Management, Media Management, Sales Operations, Social Media, Event Management, Negotiation, Business Process Improvement, Crisis Communications, Communications Planning

Experience

Realtor, Leasing Specialist, Property Management

Terrace Associates Inc.

2006-6 - Present · 20 yrs 4 mos

San Francisco Bay Area

• Strategically market properties to highlight key features and amenities. • Manage contract execution with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines. • Negotiate effectively on behalf of clients to secure optimal outcomes. • Coordinate and maintain strong relationships with vendors, including staging services, inspectors, lenders, contractors, escrow agents, and 1031 exchange facilitators. • Provide expert guidance to clients in the buying, selling, renting, and management of their real estate investments.

Freelance Public Relations

2006 - 2008 · 2 yrs

• Spearhead and execute PR strategies that align with business goals and objectives. • Craft press releases, media pitches, and other PR materials to generate positive media coverage. • Cultivate, manage, and maintain strong relationships with journalists, influencers, and media outlets. • Manage and respond to media inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate communication. • Identify and leverage opportunities for media exposure, events, and partnerships. • Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing regular reports on PR efforts and campaign results. • Partner with internal teams, such as marketing and content, to ensure cohesive brand messaging. • Organize and coordinate press conferences, interviews, and other public-facing events. • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging PR tactics to enhance strategies.

Public Relations Specialist

Edelman Public Relations

2002 - 2006 · 4 yrs

• Curated targeted media lists to enhance outreach and engagement. • Developed and prepared press materials and comprehensive press kits. • Pitched news stories to both local and national media outlets, securing coverage. • Collaborated with vendors to manage logistics for store opening events. • Conducted research on community dignitaries and businesses to create tailored invite lists for community events. • Drafted and compiled agendas, recaps, monthly reports, and annual plans for conference calls and meetings. • Assembled news clipping reports and media briefing sheets for client reference. • Monitored media for client-related news coverage, industry trends, and emerging issues. • Performed research to support new business development initiatives. • Fostered and maintained strong relationships with clients and media contacts.