Banafshe Aghvami
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level accounting position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
SALES ASSOCIATE
Pink Blinds & Shutters Interiors
04.2020 - Current
- Engaged with customers to build rapport, loyalty and repeat business
- Fulfilled orders and sourced products to meet customer delivery schedules
- Processed returns and assisted customers with alternative selections
- Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory
- Trained new hires in the company's processes, products, customer service and selling techniques.
HOSTESS
Lebanese Taverna
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed reservations and catering orders by phone, answering customer questions and informing of accurate wait times
- Planned large-scale gatherings and restaurant buy-outs for trade shows and conferences
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain customer satisfaction and workforce efficiency
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers in keeping dining area ready for every guest.
FINANCIAL ADVISOR, AUTHORIZED CONSULTANT
Nexus Insurance Brokers
01.2011 - 02.2017
- Personal financial planner helping clients achieve their financial goals
- Sought out new clients and developed client relationships through networking, direct referrals, lead databases and cold calling
- Consulted with prospects to generate personalized financial plans covering retirement, savings and insurance policies
- Worked with fund managers to assess market conditions and update client portfolios accordingly
- Customized existing insurance programs to suit individual client needs
- Maintained long term client relationships with quarterly updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
Mazandaran University
Babolsar, Mazandaran, Iran01.2005
Associate of Applied Business - Accounting
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA04.2025
Skills
- Excellent people skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Records Management
- Multi-tasking strength
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving skills
Timeline
SALES ASSOCIATE
Pink Blinds & Shutters Interiors
04.2020 - Current
HOSTESS
Lebanese Taverna
01.2018 - 03.2020
FINANCIAL ADVISOR, AUTHORIZED CONSULTANT
Nexus Insurance Brokers
01.2011 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
Mazandaran University
Associate of Applied Business - Accounting
Northern Virginia Community College
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