ARIEL ARTOLA
Tampa,FL
Summary
Motivated and dependable professional seeking an opportunity to begin a career in the skilled trades through an apprenticeship. Brings over five years of experience in customer service, sales, and team collaboration, with strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Quick to learn, adaptable, and committed to following instructions, maintaining high standards, and contributing to a team. Eager to develop hands-on technical skills, learn from experienced tradespeople, and build a long-term career in the industry
Overview
2
2
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
MOVER
Gorilla Movers
06.2026 - Current
- Loaded heavy household furniture and fragile items using moving dollies and moving blankets, preventing shipment damage.
- Packed client belongings with labeled boxes and inventory lists, reducing misplaced items during transfers.
- Planned truck load layouts by weight and size, maximizing space to avoid extra trips and delays.
- Disassembled and reassembled beds, shelving, and appliances on-site using hand and power tools without client complaints.
- Trained new movers on safe lifting techniques and proper equipment use, lowering the on-the-job strains.
- Coordinated pick-up and delivery windows with customers and dispatchers, meeting scheduled timelines consistently.
- Assembled and disassembled furniture for efficient transport and delivery setup.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE
Gemini Business Funding
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Ranked among top five sales reps company-wide by consistently driving high monthly funding totals
- Funded a business with $510,000 in a single month, the largest monthly close of record
- Secured the company's largest approvals by sourcing and qualifying high-value business opportunities
- Engaged prospects across dialer, email, text, and WhatsApp and managed outreach in a dedicated CRM to expand client base
- Cold-called targeted accounts daily and booked discovery meetings with decision-makers across assigned territory.
- Maintained accurate pipeline records in CRM and generated weekly reports for regional sales manager.
- Trained new BDRs on objection handling and messaging frameworks, shortening their ramp time.
INSURANCE AGENT
Globe Life
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Conducted cold calls and qualified leads based on individual needs and health profiles.
- Delivered scripts and rebuttals to maximize conversions.
- Maintained strong client relationships.
- Key Achievements:
- Closed multiple sales across diverse demographics.
- Helped train new agents.
TERRITORY SALES REP
Behr
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Prospected new business and educated customers on paint.
- Delivered demos/workshops across 5 stores.
- Managed inventory and trained specialists.
- Key Achievements:
- Rapidly adapted to new territory.
- Earned recognition for leadership.
PRO PAINT SPECIALIST
Behr
09.2021 - 01.2024
- Built strong relationships with Home Depot and contractors.
- Managed orders, demos, and product education.
- Key Achievements:
- Helped expand Behr's presence locally.
CODING TUTOR
Code Ninjas
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Taught programming to kids, including those with autism.
- Handled sales, curriculum, and facility management.
- Key Achievements:
- Top sales performer.
- Hosted chess club, stepped into leadership roles.
TITANIUM SALES REP
Lanco & Harris Corp
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Sold titanium paint, educated customers and assisted staff.
- Key Achievements:
- Top sales day.
- Led one of the highest-performing locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coral Glades High School
Coral Springs, FLSkills
- Health & Life Insurance Licensed
- Bilingual – English/Spanish
- Sales & Territory Management
- Customer Relationship Building
- Team Leadership & Training
- Basic Programming Knowledge
- Physical fitness
- Strong communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
Interests
Water Polo, Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Community Volunteer
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
MOVER
Gorilla Movers
06.2026 - Current
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE
Gemini Business Funding
05.2025 - 05.2026
INSURANCE AGENT
Globe Life
05.2024 - 04.2025
TERRITORY SALES REP
Behr
01.2024 - 12.2024
PRO PAINT SPECIALIST
Behr
09.2021 - 01.2024
TITANIUM SALES REP
Lanco & Harris Corp
05.2021 - 07.2021
CODING TUTOR
Code Ninjas
04.2019 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Coral Glades High School