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Michael Larkins

Cape Girardeau,Mo

Summary

Accomplished and dynamic agriculture sales professional with ample years of specialized training and experience. A passionate advocate for agriculture producers who is proficient in working as part of a high-performing team or independently. A skilled interpersonal communicator with 20 years experience working mostly with farmers in the Missouri bootheel. Proven skills in motivating producers to make profitable decisions for their farming operations, even when that decision brings upon change. Excellent in building and maintaining long-term relationships with top-tier Agriculture producers and all those included in our rural agriculture communities.

Conscientious Agricultural Technician committed to supplying detailed data and analyses for steady agricultural production and testing. Conducts quality assurance checks to monitor data accuracy, minimize waste and maintain record backups. Analyzes simulation data to determine effectiveness of proposed farming equipment and growing methods.

Responsible [Job Title] guiding sustainable agricultural operations through superior maintenance and technical support functions. Prepares irrigation reports and schedules to aid crop management and testing procedures. Nurtures close relationships with staff and other technicians to facilitate communication across job functions.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in [Area of expertise] and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in [Area of study] and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

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Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Agriculture Seed Dealership

Stine Seed Company
01.2018 - 07.2022
  • Work with agriculture producers in Mississippi, New Madrid, Scott, Cape, Stoddard, and Perry counties to develop and enhance relationships with customers and potential customers providing access to the products and genetic lineup of the largest privately owned breeding
  • Dealer Account Management/Recruitment to increase sales
  • Build brand awareness within assigned territory and meet sales goals for the district.
  • Trained agricultural technicians and farm laborers in new techniques for optimized crop management.
  • Measured, weighed and tracked ingredients used in [Type] laboratory.
  • Coordinated pest and weed control operations to improve yield of [Type] operations.
  • Studied impacts of [Type] fertilizer application methods to verify usefulness to development of [Type] drops.
  • Explored various silvicultural techniques used for [Type] and [Type] hardwoods.
  • Prepared field equipment for on-site testing related to [Type] crop development.
  • Documented findings and results from [Type] research with robust reports incorporating both text and visual data representations.
  • Examined [Type] specimens to identify diseases, environmental impacts and harm from manmade chemicals.
  • Helped keep facilities, equipment and tools operational with regular repairs and proactive maintenance.
  • Completed hands-on crop production work for large-scale commercial cultivation operation.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.

Revenue Risk Specialist

Gavilon Crop Insurance, LLC
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Implemented the crop insurance division rollout as lead agent for the 2nd largest grain trader in the nation
  • Developed a customer base in the western Kentucky region
  • Designed effective prospecting strategies to drive company growth and profit
  • Lead sales agents for the second-largest grain trader in the nation.
  • Promoted enterprise-level risk management practices and helped instill strong culture focused on protective policies and procedures.
  • Developed short-term goals and long-term strategic plans to improve risk control and mitigation.
  • Encouraged stakeholders to approach assessments analytically and offer unique insights to bring new understanding to risk management programs.
  • Employed strong program management skills to successfully define and manage ongoing initiatives designed to control [Type] risks.
  • Investigated allegations to check validity and recommend actions to minimize risk.
  • Executed [Type] roadmap to achieve risk maturity milestones across organizational levels.
  • Instituted regular safety inspections and hazards management strategies to keep operations compliant.
  • Advised senior managers on policy strategies for reducing liability and preventing losses.
  • Taught employees how to control risks at front line.
  • Handled [Type] claims according to internal risk management policies, keeping liability minimized by leveraging expertise and available tools.
  • Designed and monitored underwriting scorecards and related predictability.
  • Built and harmonized operations reports for team leaders, senior managers and executives.
  • Completed statistical reviews to uncover trends, patterns and variations.
  • Compared industry-specific securities against outside metrics and each other to develop recommendations.
  • Devised new systems and specific processes to handle ongoing monitoring needs for potential risks.
  • Coordinated ongoing efforts to strengthen risk culture and fine-tuned risk appetite for lending and funding activities.
  • Looked at current and new merchants and individual sales to evaluate fraud, chargeback and compliance risks.
  • Built contingency plans to successfully handle financial emergencies.
  • Implemented financial risk management policies, limits and strategies that complied with standards and strategic imperatives of organization.
  • Identified key risks and mitigating factors of potential investments such as asset types and values, legal and ownership structures and industry segments.
  • Informed financial decisions by analyzing financial information to forecast business, industry or economic conditions.
  • Analyzed data on price, stability and other factors affecting investment programs to incorporate into investment decisions.
  • Worked within [Software] to compile and review information with pivot tables and charts.
  • Assessed liquidity and market risk levels and applied risk-based approach to oversee financial activities.
  • Conducted statistical analysis and evaluated risk via use of portfolio management software.
  • Produced and filed reports to inform senior management of current activities and progress with investigations.
  • Formulated knowledgeable forecasts for business, industry and overall economic conditions based on available financial information.

District Seed Sales Manager

Dow Agri-science Owned Seed Company
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Oversaw sales for assigned accounts
  • Prospected and cultivated new producer and dealer relationships and served as their first point of contact
  • Provided agronomic support and advice to dealers, customers, and prospects
  • Successfully introduced the company into a new territory.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Attended industry events and conventions to expain sales opportunities.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Increased sales volume and expanded product line to new retailers, warehouse clubs and natural food chains.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
  • Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
  • Collaborated with advertising group to create uniformity between advertising messages and retail incentives.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Developed compelling presentation decks to gain approval for ideas and communicate results.
  • Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
  • Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.
  • Maintained financial controls, planned business operations and control expenses while identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow business operations and boost profits.
  • Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Facilitated business by implementing practical networking techniques.
  • Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
  • Delivered recommendations to long-term accounts to promote brand awareness to key audience.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Aligned company goals with customer outcomes and increased satisfaction by automating contact management systems.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.
  • Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support and customer engagement strategies.

Crop Insurance Agent

Diversified Services
01.2009 - 01.2013
  • Serviced the largest account in the region that spanned four states and several hundred MPCI policies
  • Built a $3.5 Million book of business in half the time of other agents
  • Created effective sales and marketing strategies in Mississippi, New Madrid, Scott, and Stoddard counties.
  • Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
  • Negotiated with insurance underwriters to obtain better coverage and improved rates for clients.
  • Identified potential risks in client businesses and recommended appropriate insurance coverage.
  • Prepared and reviewed insurance applications to verify compliance with regulations.
  • Monitored changes in insurance industry to stay compliant with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.
  • Utilized CRM software to manage client relationships.
  • Analyzed risk factors to recommend appropriate coverage levels.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Identified and solicited sales prospects in agency databases.
  • Researched and identified potential new markets.
  • Educated clients on insurance policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated competitors' products and services to gain competitive advantage.
  • Created sources for continuous client referrals within community and with businesses using extensive networking skills.
  • Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
  • Collected premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
  • Monitored customer feedback and identified areas of improvement.
  • Generated leads through cold-calling, networking and other outreach methods.
  • Analyzed customer needs to provide customized insurance solutions.
  • Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
  • Developed and implemented promotional strategies to increase customer base.
  • Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.
  • Negotiated contracts and terms of sale with potential customers.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
  • Designed presentations and marketing materials to promote insurance products.
  • Conducted research and identified market trends to develop better strategies for sales.

Education

Associates - Agriculture

Murray State University of Agricultural Science
Murray, KY
01-2002

Skills

  • Agriculture Seed Sales
  • Agriculture Crop Insurance
  • Agronomic Support
  • Territory Sales
  • Client Relations
  • Direct Sales/Service
  • Herbicide Trait Knowledge
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Microsoft Office CRM
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Experimental design
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Harvesting techniques
  • Laboratory analysis
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Fertilizer Application
  • Experimental design and analysis
  • Water quality testing
  • GPS Navigation
  • Professionalism
  • Reliability
  • Soil Testing
  • Biology and chemistry
  • Crop planting
  • Administration and management
  • Multitasking
  • Team building
  • Time management abilities
  • Land preparation
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Crop Production
  • Livestock management
  • Animal Breeding
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Pest identification
  • Soil conservation
  • Air sample collection
  • Data Interpretation
  • Chemical evaluation
  • Farm machinery operation
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Organic farming
  • pH testing
  • Agricultural practices
  • Chemical Handling
  • Animal behavior observation
  • Field Sampling
  • Pest elimination
  • Agricultural research
  • Problem-solving abilities

Career Experience

  • Ag Seed Dealership, 1099 For Stine Seed Company, 2018, 07/2022, Work with agriculture producers in Mississippi, New Madrid, Scott, Cape, Stoddard, and Perry counties to develop and enhance relationships with customers and potential customers providing access to the products and genetic lineup of the largest privately owned breeding., Dealer Account Management/Recruitment to increase sales, Build brand awareness within assigned territory and meet sales goals for the district
  • Crop Insurance Revenue Risk Specialist, Gavilon Crop Insurance, LLC, 2015, 2017, Implemented the crop insurance division rollout as lead agent for the 2nd largest grain trader in the nation. Developed a customer base in the western Kentucky region. Designed effective prospecting strategies to drive company growth and profit., Lead sales agents for the second-largest grain trader in the nation.
  • District Seed Sales Manager, Dow Agri-science Owned Seed Company, 2013, 2015, Oversaw sales for assigned accounts. Prospected and cultivated new producer and dealer relationships and served as their first point of contact. Provided agronomic support and advice to dealers, customers, and prospects., Successfully introduced the company into a new territory.
  • Crop Insurance Consultant, Diversified Services, 2009, 2013, Serviced the largest account in the region that spanned four states and several hundred MPCI policies. Built a $3.5 Million book of business in half the time of other agents. Created effective sales and marketing strategies in Mississippi, New Madrid, Scott, and Stoddard counties.
  • Additional experience: Nationwide Insurance Agency 2003-2007, Created Sales Strategies Adopted by both Nationwide & Gavilon Insurance, 500 Acre Sweet Corn Crop Manager for Choate Farms, Inc, Extensive knowledge of USDA Program Rules and Regulations.

Timeline

Agriculture Seed Dealership

Stine Seed Company
01.2018 - 07.2022

Revenue Risk Specialist

Gavilon Crop Insurance, LLC
01.2015 - 01.2017

District Seed Sales Manager

Dow Agri-science Owned Seed Company
01.2013 - 01.2015

Crop Insurance Agent

Diversified Services
01.2009 - 01.2013

Associates - Agriculture

Murray State University of Agricultural Science
Michael Larkins