Summary
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Work History
Education
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Akil Lumpkin

Summary

Accomplished in growing gross sales (over $2 Million in loan dollars from 06/2022 - 03/2024, 07/2025 - present), increasing customer numbers (300+ new memberships from 06/2022 - 03/2024, 07/2025 - present) and maximizing profits with a hands-on and proactive style. Excellent verbal and written communication, planning and relationship-building skills. Proficient in gathering market and competitor information and forecasting trends to optimize plans.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pro Paint Sales Specialist

Behr Paint
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Builds rapport with customers and assessed needs to make product recommendations and upsell.
  • Educates customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting best options for each individuals' needs.
  • Builds strong client relationships through consistent communication and effective problemsolving.
  • Provides first-rate service to all customers and potential customers.
  • Provides ongoing support to existing clients, maintaining a high level of satisfaction and encouraging repeat business.
  • Manages sales pipeline effectively, prioritizing tasks to maximize revenue potential.
  • Implements CRM tools to track client interactions, optimizing follow-up procedures for better results.
  • Increases sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans.

Hybrid Member Service Agent

Delta Community Credit Union
03.2022 - 04.2024
  • Provided a high level of service to members, demonstrated through high quality sales performance measurements and high member satisfaction ratings
  • In addition to high sales numbers, they equally provided expert and useful counseling to members
  • Took advantage of cross sales opportunities by possessing in depth product knowledge and anticipating and identifying the various needs of members
  • Possessed good organizational skills, detail oriented, a positive attitude, and a proactive problem solver
  • Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction
  • Assisted members with correcting account, service and system issues by educating on required forms and technical processes
  • Assisted and advised new hires in cross selling techniques and company procedures
  • Facilitated member inquiries, providing accurate information on products and services.
  • Assisted with account openings and closures, ensuring compliance with credit union policies.

Sales Associate

The Home Depot
03.2017 - 02.2022
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases
  • Liaised with customers and recommended specific products and specials, aligning with individual needs, requirements and specifications
  • Worked alongside retail representatives to enhance product presentations and advertising collateral
  • Received 4 Homer Badge exceptional customer service awards

Pro Paint Sales Associate (July 2019 - February 2022)

  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships
  • Boosted sales by conferring with customers to evaluate purchase requirements and recommend best-fit company offerings
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services
  • Trained and developed new sales team associates in paint products, selling techniques and company procedures
  • Received 6 Homer Badge exceptional customer service awards

Flooring Sales Specialist (September 2018 - July 2019)

  • Followed up with customers to assess satisfaction, answer questions and resolve concerns
  • Maintained in-depth understanding of all available brands and types of flooring available to customers
  • Boosted sales numbers with proactive account servicing and diligent relationship-building
  • Drove team revenue totals by bringing in over $500,000 in sales
  • Trained and developed new sales team associates in flooring products, selling techniques and company procedures
  • Received 5 Homer Badge exceptional customer service awards

Social Media Manager

Cutie Patootie Diaper Cakes
12.2015 - 12.2016
  • Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results
  • Increased customer engagement through social media
  • Ensured successful outcome of web development strategy by aligning consistent brand messaging and visual designs across all digital outlets
  • Devised strategies and roadmaps to support product vision and value to business
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media

Hybrid Member Service Agent

Delta Community Credit Union
05.2025 - Current

Education

Mass Communications

Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA

Digital Communications And Multimedia

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA

Skills

  • Networking skills
  • Oral and written communication
  • Account development
  • Brand management
  • Sales expertise
  • Relationship building
  • Upselling and cross selling
  • Customer service and care

Certification

  • Integrity Selling by Integrity Solutions Certified

Timeline

Hybrid Member Service Agent

Delta Community Credit Union
05.2025 - Current

Pro Paint Sales Specialist

Behr Paint
04.2024 - 05.2025

Hybrid Member Service Agent

Delta Community Credit Union
03.2022 - 04.2024

Sales Associate

The Home Depot
03.2017 - 02.2022

Social Media Manager

Cutie Patootie Diaper Cakes
12.2015 - 12.2016

Mass Communications

Fort Valley State University

Digital Communications And Multimedia

Georgia Southern University
Akil Lumpkin