Allen Howell
Philadelphia,MS
Summary
Astute Business Development Manager skilled in growing sales and improving stakeholder relations. Strategically-minded in capturing new business and leveraging dynamic market opportunities. Accomplished in exceeding targets with results-driven approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development Manager
Evernest Property Management
10.2022 - Current
- Work with Real Estate Investors in growing their investment portfolios by providing guidance in the purchase of profitable investment properties.
- Developed Evernest into one of the largest Property Management companies in the Jackson, Mississippi market for Single Family and Multi Family properties.
- Generate new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Build relationships with Investors and local Real Estate Agents to establish long-term business growth.
- Resolve problems with high-profile clients to maintain relationships and overall retention.
Brand Ambassador (Part Time)
Dansons
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales and brand promotion.
- Communicated product information with confidence and educated consumers about company.
- Approached strangers and interacted in natural conversation with goal of developing brand loyalty.
- Showed understanding of customer's personal style and preferences when offering product advice.
- Acted as face of brand at retail events at multiple locations.
- Achieved and exceeded sales goals in line with prescribed selling strategy by selling over $45,000 in retail with sales partner in one 9 day show.
- All Brand Ambassadors were laid off 8/1/2022 due to Brand Ambassador program being discontinued.
Insurance Agent
Shelter Insurance Companies- Howell Agency
05.2017 - 10.2022
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Consistent revenue growth for Agency book of business by generating new business and effective current client retention.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness and recruit sales agents.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.
Commercial Lines Insurance Producer
Lemon Mohler Insurance Agency
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Offered detailed information about products and binding coverage.
- Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.
- Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
Insurance Claims Adjuster
Shelter Insurance Companies
08.2009 - 03.2015
- Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
- Verified insurance claims and determined fair amount for settlement.
- Prepared summaries of damage, payments and policy coverage.
- Answered questions posed by insureds and attorneys.
- Investigated and assessed damage to property and reviewed property damage estimates.
- Assisted customers by inspecting homes, writing estimates, and settling property claims in Joplin, MO after May 2011 tornado.
Education
BBA - Insurance, Risk Management, & Financial Planning
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05.2009
High School Diploma -
Kosciusko Senior High School
Kosciusko, MS05.2004
Skills
- Sales Promotion
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Sales Tracking
- Customer Service
- Product Knowledge
- Leadership and People Development
- Negotiation and Persuasion
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Sales Strategies
- Business Presentations
Accomplishments
Rising Star Award Winner- Shelter Insurance Companies
Certification
Accredited Advisor in Insurance, AAI
Life Insurance and Property & Casualty Insurance Licenses in MS, TN, AR, LA
Hobbies
- Member at First Baptist Church of Philadelphia, MS
- Member of Youth Ministry Team, First Baptist Church of Philadelphia, MS
- Men's Golf President and Golf Tournament Director, 2020-2021
- Head Coach of Neshoba Crush Baseball Tournament Team, 2020-2022
- Head Coach of Central MS Stingers Baseball Tournament Team, 2022-Present
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Evernest Property Management
10.2022 - Current
Brand Ambassador (Part Time)
Dansons
06.2022 - 08.2022
Insurance Agent
Shelter Insurance Companies- Howell Agency
05.2017 - 10.2022
Commercial Lines Insurance Producer
Lemon Mohler Insurance Agency
03.2015 - 05.2017
Insurance Claims Adjuster
Shelter Insurance Companies
08.2009 - 03.2015
BBA - Insurance, Risk Management, & Financial Planning
Mississippi State University
High School Diploma -
Kosciusko Senior High School
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