Strictly Egress Solutions and Autumn Hendrix of Kansas City

I've been helping Autumn Hendrix get her business, Strictly Egress Solutions (SES) off the ground. We've been doing a great job acquiring customers for SES through different lead services and advertisement. I am very proud of Autumn and super excited about her Kansas City based construction company. I've been had the opportunity to watch how open and comfortable she is in business. I knew she had operated a descent size business before but seeing her in action is awesome. The way Autumn interacts with her potential customers is a sight to see. I emphasize the word potential. These "maybe gonna be" clients and her act as if they've known each other for years. I think it's because she is confident and not intimidated by the two words - construction or company. Autumn knows she owns a construction company and isn't nervous about competing against men for jobs and it's usually men she competes against. Autumn is a great leader and very confident and very confident in her work. I say work or the ability to run a jobsite, most of her employees or crews are individuals or teams who've worked for her before in some shape or form. Autumn Hendrix believes that a woman has just as good an eye, or better, when it comes to great work and more importantly the fine details of work. She's in the construction inndustry and you'd think she's running a clothing boutique. Autumn Hendrix deserves to have a business that will succeed and produce a great living for her and her family. Today she earned a Thumbtack Badge of Excellence and I felt like sharing it and a few words, because it's what I do. Goodluck with the your new endeavor Autum Hendrix, owner of Strictly Egress Solutions and knock it out of the ballpark kid! You can find Autumn Hendrix and Strictly Egress Solutions (SES) at www.kcses.com.

Autumn Hendrix - Kansas City's Staging Expert with Showhomes Kansas City

I find it really exciting to see things blossom. Seasons, friendships, and businesses are a few of my favorites. I love watching the leaves change colors in Autumn. I find something magical or fairy tale-ish about friendships that transform into relationships. But one of my all-time favorites is watching business, commerce, companies develop, materialize, and produce where there once was none.

I've been watching Autumn Hendrix build up her real estate consulting business since we met in May of 2015. I actually met her while interviewing her for some work we needed done on a project for KC Kids on Track. A grant writer or some copy, I don't recall. But what I do remember was that we talked for nearly 4 hours that first time. It was actually scheduled for an hour but it was one of those conversations that passed so quickly you couldn't believe how 30 minutes jumped to 4 hours. It was the best conversation ever.

I was fascinated by how like-minded we both were. She was creating a footprint and a career in the real estate industry and I was exploring a few options in the staffing industry. Autumn's approach or style was strictly behind the scenes. She developed services and programs for individuals and companies without getting any of the credit. Paying customers get the glory, Autumn received money for billable hours and referrals but she never shared the spotlight . The perfect formula for a young, single lady looking to be a productive, working member of society.

I on the other hand, I liked to be present when my creations were revealed. So if I was hired out, I usually joined the team in some fashion. My duties at the time of meeting her were for a nonprofit organization called KC Kids on Track. I was the Community Relations Director. I'd seek out partnerships with other nonprofits and sign MOU's. Memorandum of Understanding is what they are and they allow you the right to talk about the other organizations without getting into trouble. It also lays out the rules and it helps protect the brand. Brands that are very valuable as far as their image and the work that they do within communities. Autumn's and my work are similar but the approach is slightly different.

Today Autumn is a marketing agent for a company called Showhomes Kansas City. She is part of the staging process of homes. It also includes decluttering and organization of stuff in peoples homes. That stuff is usually what we call junk. But regardless of the stuff or junk, Autumn Hendrix is the perfect person for Showhomes Kansas City. She has the eye for the business and skill set to execute certain programs in that arena.

In a recent conversation Autumn told me about a program she's been working on. It involves For Sale by Owner (FSBO) services. She helps the segment of the real estate industry who takes on the daunting task of selling their own home - FSBO. Her point of view is that everyone selling property should have the same resources for the process. Most sales are traditional transactions, real estate agent involvement. But with today's technological world many people want to bypass the traditional 6% fee and keep that to themselves. Understandable. But what most people don't know is that along with the 6% of fees Homeowners also dish out and additional 1-2% on other services to help move their home. Not too bad if you want to move on quickly. A total of 8% to get the war of selling behind you.

Unless you're technology savvy, most people need someone to help them in the sales process. They say buying your home is the biggest major purchase a person or couple will do. In the same breath, I agree with Autumn Hendrix of Showhomes Kansas City, why wouldn't you approach the biggest, most major asset the same way when selling it. Put the best resources towards it and get the most out of it. If one person or couple is willing to dedicate 8% in fees and services, why wouldn't a FSBO be willing to put 2-4% in services such as Showhomes Kansas City to make it sell better? That's why I think Autumn is brilliant. She wants to be that friend for the FSBO market. Autumn wants to hold seminars, let them walk through a staged house, walk them through the process, and to make sure that certain services/products are available to any and all people selling their home. Especially FSBO's who otherwise didn't or wouldn't know that certain services/products are available to make the transaction, the sale easier.

I guess I just wanted to say how refreshing it is to watch someone grow and adapt over the course of a year. From complete obscurity in her consulting work to the formation of meetings, FSBO friendships, and networking that puts her in the spotlight. I just wanted to say congratulations Autumn Hendrix of Showhomes Kansas City and good luck on your travels. The FSBO community and real estate veterans couldn't ask for a better friend in the industry!

Showhomes Kansas City Welcomes Autumn Hendrix as Regional Marketing Manager 
KANSAS CITY (June 03, 2016) – Showhomes Kansas City proudly announces that Autumn Hendrix has joined the nationwide franchise network of home staging experts as Regional Marketing Manager for Kansas City, effective June 01, 2016.

As regional marketing manager, Hendrix will oversee the implementation of new marketing programs designed to solidify relationships with sellers, agents and digital sites within the local real estate market. She will also provide strategic direction in these areas to ensure that the Showhomes brand and reach are effectively delivered to all segments of the industry. Hendrix also plans to extend the footprint of the company with both existing and new clients, traditional and non-traditional, by utilizing digital marketing platforms that deliver results.

Showhomes is America's largest home staging provider. The Kansas City franchise has proudly served the local real estate industry since 2010. The company has seen rapid expansion and growth due to the recovery and strengthening of the real estate market. In addition to a recovering market, new online digital based transactions are proving to be game changers in the real estate arena. Showhomes Kansas City is actively putting solutions in place for these non-traditional digital transactions.

Hendrix brings unparalleled expertise, responsiveness and professionalism to the Kansas City office. Her duties will be to effectively maintain existing marketing strategies, implement new digital marketing platforms, as well multi-channel marketing. “In an ever changing climate, such as the real estate market, industry leaders must adapt quickly and respond even quicker if they want to stay on top of the leader board" says Kent Welch, President/ Owner of Showhomes Kansas City. "With today's technology, business owners have to find solutions for new and emerging segments of the market that weren't there yesterday.” said Welch. “I’m confident Ms. Hendrix will apply the knowledge she has on new and upcoming digital techniques to good use for us here at Showhomes Kansas City.”

“My main priority is to extend our brand with innovative solutions that will allow us to coexist within the digital segment of the market. This segment of the market changes daily and continues to grow within the real estate industry. Growth that demands innovative solutions," said Hendrix. “I look forward to growing our brand here in the Kansas City market as well as putting in place different programs that will keep us ahead of the curve, the digital curve and drive positive business results for Showhomes Kansas City.”

Hendrix is familiar with technology and digital trends. Her role at InAd TV, a Kansas City based digital signage provider, was VP of Corporate Development. Ms. Hendrix sought after and secured partnerships with emerging digital technology providers. Besides securing such partnerships, it was her duty to find upcoming technology trends that could benefit InAd TV and their clients, partners, and associates. Autumn Hendrix also owns Show-Ready Estate Services (www.kcses.com) in Kansas City. The company offers an array of construction and handyman services for individuals looking to sell their homes and who want their estate to be "Show-Ready vs. Not Ready"!


About Showhomes Kansas City. Founded in 1986, Showhomes Home Staging is a privately held staging agency with franchise offices across the nation. The parent company Showhomes is headquartered in Nashville, TN.  Specializing in staging solutions for the real estate industry, Showhomes Kansas City is redefining what digital marketing means to a changing landscape. Contact Showhomes Kansas City at kwelch@showhomes.com or visit them on the Web at www.showhomes.com.