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Bennie Castle

Athens,GA

Summary

Strong worth ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best advance organizational goals and the organizational brand. Effective communicator who is comfortable in written or oral communicative roles. Goal oriented worker who seeks to creatively and efficiently achieve objects given to him by superiors or self generated as objectives leading to main goal success.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Insurance Agent

Georgia Health Insurance, Inc
Athens, GA
10.2023 - Current
  • Assessed customer risk levels and recommended appropriate coverage options.
  • Conducted research to identify competitive rates and benefits offered by other providers.
  • Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies while selling insurance products.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain high satisfaction levels.
  • Developed relationships with new clients through cold calling and referrals from existing customers.
  • Maintained accurate records of all insurance transactions using computer software systems.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry trends and changes in regulations.
  • Generated reports detailing sales activities, client interactions, and progress towards goals.
  • Scheduled meetings with prospective clients to discuss available products and services.
  • Explained complex technical terms related to insurance plans in simple language for easy understanding.
  • Gathered detailed information from customers prior to offering quotes or making recommendations.

Pastor

Grace OPC
Lynchburg, VA
07.2019 - 07.2023
  • Communication with diverse demographics in various settings via various media.
  • Conducted public services requiring scheduling, training, and execution.
  • Lead regular monthly and ad hoc meetings of the leadership board according to best practices.
  • Served in the higher courts of the church both regionally and nationally.
  • Carried out organizational mission by planning and leading regular initiatives, communicating vision and goals in both written and oral forms, and working with leadership, staff, and volunteers.
  • Collaborated with leaders, staff and teams to achieve organizational goals.
  • Wrote and implemented policy instruments maing the functions of Grace OPC more efficient and accountable to those whom we served.
  • Successfully guided the organization through the Covid-19 challenges.
  • Grew the membership of Grace OPC by 21% over four years of ministry.
  • Edited and Published "Beza's A Learned Treatise on the Plague"

President

Hope Hybrid Academy
Lynchburg, VA
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Lead the Board of Hope Hybrid Academy
  • Responsible for incorporation with the Commonwealth of VA
  • Wrote and implemented policy instruments for the smooth operation of HHA

Landscaper

Weaver Construction
Greenville, SC
03.2018 - 05.2019
  • Employed power equipment.
  • Met customer expectations in various settings.
  • Drove company vehicles, including pickup trucks and box trucks, to and from jobs.
  • Part of maintenance team in charge of 20 acre mixed use property.
  • Responsible for the upkeep of equipment including truck, mower, string trimmer, blowers, etc.

Latin Tutor

Self Employed Services
Atlanta, GA
08.2007 - 05.2012
  • Taught Latin to all grade levels (K-12)
  • Worked with Classical Conversations in multiple locations around North Metro Atlanta
  • Worked as sole Latin Teacher for a Christian Homeschool Academy
  • Selected Curricula
  • Assessed Student progress
  • Inspired a love for learning in the students
  • Coordinated Records with parents for compliance with State Standards

Land Surveyor

Planners and Engineers Collaborative
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2007 - 12.2011
  • Completed assessments, measured boundaries and noted landmarks.
  • Assessed historical records, maps and topographical data as part of survey operations.
  • Determined boundaries using modern theodolite equipment and mathematical calculations.
  • Conducted surveys to establish legal boundaries for properties, based on legal deeds and titles.
  • Established fixed points while making maps with geodetic and engineering instruments.
  • Read and interpreted legal documents, construction drawings and maps to complete surveys.
  • Part of a crew that performed multiple ALTA title boundary surveys with location and/or topographical surveys. Property sizes ranged from a few acres to several hundred.
  • Responsible for operating company vehicle to and from jobsites in a major urban environment, Atlanta, GA.
  • Part of a survey construction crew responsible for the layout of a multi story parking deck comprised of poured and prefab concrete.
  • Ran level loops to check compliance of properties with Federal disability standards of pitch for handicap ramps.

Education

M.Div. - Theology

Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Greenville
05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Applied Theology

Christ College
Buford, GA
05.2010

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Research
  • Written Reports
  • Leadership Development
  • Crisis Management
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Computer Skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Sales closing
  • Appointment Scheduling

Timeline

Insurance Agent

Georgia Health Insurance, Inc
10.2023 - Current

President

Hope Hybrid Academy
01.2022 - 06.2023

Pastor

Grace OPC
07.2019 - 07.2023

Landscaper

Weaver Construction
03.2018 - 05.2019

Latin Tutor

Self Employed Services
08.2007 - 05.2012

Land Surveyor

Planners and Engineers Collaborative
01.2007 - 12.2011

M.Div. - Theology

Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Bachelor of Arts - Applied Theology

Christ College

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