Blake Gregory
Sterling Heights,MI
Summary
- Dedicated and results-driven sales professional with a passion for building strong customer relationships, understanding client needs, and delivering tailored solutions. Committed to achieving sales goals through exceptional product knowledge, effective communication, and a relentless focus on customer satisfaction
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Card Salesman
Whatnot Inc.
California, MI
05.2022 - Current
- Host live sales events on Whatnot, showcasing and selling sports cards to an engaged audience, while providing detailed descriptions and highlighting card condition, rarity, and value.
- Managed inventory and organized sports card collections to streamline listing and fulfillment processes.
- Build and maintain customer relationships by responding to inquiries, offering personalized recommendations, and providing excellent customer service to encourage repeat business.
- Promoted sales and events through social media and marketing channels, enhancing visibility and expanding customer base on Whatnot platform.
Insurance Agent
Allstate Insurance Co
Northbrook, Illinois
03.2026 - 08.2026
- Consulted with prospective and existing customers to identify insurance needs and recommend appropriate auto, home, renters, and other insurance coverage options.
- Generated insurance quotes and explained policy features, coverage limits, premiums, and deductibles to assist customers in making informed decisions.
- Cultivated client relationships through follow-up calls, referrals, and regular policy reviews to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.
- Processed new policies, policy changes, renewals, and payments while accurately managing customer and policy records to ensure seamless service.
Laborer
Timmer Construction
Farmington, MI
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted with the preparation, pouring, and finishing of concrete for various construction projects, including foundations, sidewalks, and driveways.
- Finished concrete surfaces with hand and power tools, ensuring smooth, even finishes that meet project standards.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained clean work area, minimizing risks of accidents and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Senior Underwriter
United Wholesale Mortgage
Pontiac, MI
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Evaluated loan packages to assess creditworthiness based on assets, income, credit, and collateral, ensuring informed underwriting decisions.
- Analyzed new files and resubmissions to ensure accurate underwriting decisions aligned with risk assessment standards.
- Evaluated loan applications and declined those with excessive risks to protect financial interests.
- Verified accuracy of underwriting team's findings by cross-referencing information and confirming calculation integrity.
- Declined excessive risks.
Underwriter
United Wholesale Mortgage
Pontiac, MI
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Reviewed new files and resubmissions, ensuring accurate underwriting decisions aligned with risk assessment standards.
- Developed and executed pipeline of new business opportunities, contributing to overall portfolio growth.
- Determined approval or denial of insurance requests, mitigating risk for the company and clients.
- Developed, managed, and executed a pipeline of new business opportunities.
Golf Caddie
Caddie Master
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Mastered golf rules, practices, and etiquette and understood and explained usage of each club.
- Welcomed golfers and provided tailored, premium services to enhance their experience.
- Carried up to two golf bags for two players throughout the entire 18-hole course.
- Calculated yardage, located errant shots, and guided golfers in decision-making to improve pace of play.
- Cleaned players' clubs and balls, replaced divots, and maintained course throughout the round.
- Cleaned clubs and balls, replaced divots, and maintained course conditions to ensure an optimal playing experience.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MISkills
- Product knowledge & expertise
- Sales strategy
- Product promotion
- Customer engagement
- Client relationship building
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Prioritization
- Community outreach
Timeline
Insurance Agent
Allstate Insurance Co
03.2026 - 08.2026
Laborer
Timmer Construction
06.2023 - 06.2024
Sports Card Salesman
Whatnot Inc.
05.2022 - Current
Senior Underwriter
United Wholesale Mortgage
03.2021 - 03.2023
Underwriter
United Wholesale Mortgage
06.2020 - 03.2021
Golf Caddie
Caddie Master
05.2017 - 05.2020
BBA - Business Administration
Saginaw Valley State University