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Billy Overstreet

Union,KY

Summary

General manager with a proven track record in optimizing operations and boosting team performance. Expertise in cross-departmental collaboration and development of training programs that drive sales growth.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Everstory
Cincinnati, Ohio
08.2025 - 04.2026
  • Streamlined daily operations, enhancing team performance in dynamic storytelling environment.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental meetings to align goals across teams.
  • Oversaw budget management and allocated resources effectively across ongoing projects.
  • Managed comprehensive business operations, including staffing and customer service.
  • Achieved a 160% increase in annual revenue through targeted strategies.

Sales Manager

Cincinnati Catholic Cmtry Soc
Cincinnati, Ohio
05.2023 - 08.2025
  • Spearheaded sales initiatives for funeral services and cemetery merchandise.
  • Cultivated relationships with local community organizations and churches to enhance outreach.
  • Trained and mentored new sales staff on company policies and procedures.

Managing Director

National Life Group
Cincinnati, OH
08.2018 - 05.2023
  • Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines.
  • Sourced and recruited qualified candidates to fill critical open positions, enhancing team capability.
  • Trained and mentored recruiters in effective interviewing and candidate qualification strategies, improving hiring outcomes.
  • Onboarded and trained top talent for key positions, aligning skills with organizational goals.

Unit Sales Manager

Bankers Life Insurance
Cincinnati, OH
01.2014 - 08.2018
  • Oversaw daily business operations as satellite manager, ensuring smooth workflow and team alignment with objectives.
  • Increased revenue and supported sales activities by establishing employee performance metrics to drive goal achievement.
  • Oversaw management and implementation of new revenue strategies, sales initiatives and customer engagement tactics to increase market share.
  • Analyzed monthly sales data to produce reports informing business development strategies.
  • Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
  • Created and maintained strong alliances with local colleges and trade schools to establish trusted relationships and continuous funnels of applicants.
  • Led recruitment team and trained, mentored and developed new advisors.

Unit Supervisor

Bankers Life Insurance
Cincinnati, OH
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Assessed trainees' understanding of materials to identify knowledge gaps and tailor instruction.
  • Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
  • Developed and coordinated trainings to help individuals learn company policies and procedures and job tasks.
  • Engaged customers and provided high-level level of service by carefully explaining details about documents.
  • Coordinated client consultations to evaluate individual needs and enhance understanding of financial situations.
  • Boosted client retention by identifying savings opportunities and premium discounts.

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

USAF
09.2000 - 04.2009

Executed troubleshooting procedures to identify root causes of aircraft faults.

  • Performed time compliance technical orders and service instructions to install structural components.
  • Oversaw repair logs, documenting preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
  • Coordinated ordering of parts to facilitate timely servicing and repairs for aircraft.
  • Conducted training sessions to enhance staff skills and address specific needs.
  • Prepared logistical support for multiple unit deployment for Operation Enduring Freedom.
  • Loaded, Shipped, and tracked multiple cargo items for deployment for mission readiness.
  • Managed OSHA requirements for 2500 member squadron.

Education

High School Diploma -

Elkhorn City High School
Elkhorn City, KY
05.1997

Political Science

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

Skills

  • Recruitment strategies
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Client relationship management
  • Business development
  • Account management
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Project management
  • Vendor management
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Employee training
  • Mentorship programs
  • Prospecting skills

Timeline

General Manager

Everstory
08.2025 - 04.2026

Sales Manager

Cincinnati Catholic Cmtry Soc
05.2023 - 08.2025

Managing Director

National Life Group
08.2018 - 05.2023

Unit Sales Manager

Bankers Life Insurance
01.2014 - 08.2018

Unit Supervisor

Bankers Life Insurance
01.2012 - 01.2014

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

USAF
09.2000 - 04.2009

High School Diploma -

Elkhorn City High School

Political Science

Eastern Kentucky University
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