Blondale Funderburk
Client Services
Lancaster
Summary
To be an asset as a Director or in a Managerial position while enhancing my executive, and leadership skills with an organization that provides room for growth and advancement.
Seasoned sales professional with more than 20 years experience representing a wide variety of product sales. Proven track record of sales success having launched several new product lines through network of strong, established industry relationships. Dedicated manager with background in leading large teams. Strong, effective history of New Project implementation.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Realtor/Real Estate Broker
Carolina Homes Connection
03.2016 - Current
- Liaison between buyers and sellers to establish favorable prices and negotiate contract terms.
- Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
- Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
- Completed property walkthrough before completing deals to uphold accuracy in listings and appraisals.
- Presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
Sales Manager
Red Ventures
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Responsible for coaching, and training agents on products for telco partners
- Receive inbound calls from consumers seeking internet, tv and telephone services
- Ensure compliance with disclosures.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Established and cultivated solid business relationships with new or existing customers.
- Attended industry shows, conventions, and other meetings with primary mission of expanding market opportunities.
Sales Manager/CEO
Aunt Rachel’s Pork Sausage LLC
01.2009 - 04.2015
- Manage inside/outside sales reps, market products for retail consumers
- Oversee budgeting, operations, and logistics
- Liaison for government contracts
- Developed organization's truck delivery in the South Carolina and Georgia Regions
- Launched fully integrated marketing and sales program distributed to more than 100 retailers
- Substantially increased profitability and sales by spearheading major revision of product pricing structure across more than 20 individual product items.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Identified, hired and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures, and sales strategies.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Maintained ethical and positive working environment to reduce turnover and promote high retention rates.
Loan Originator
Green Tree Mortgage
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Originated loans with real estate brokers
- Evaluated and collected loan documents
- Coordinated loan closing and funding.
- Updated borrowers through each step of loan application, approval and closing processes while remaining attentive to customer needs.
- Prepared documents for customers, submitting and overseeing through each step of closing process.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of bank records and client information.
- Submitted loan applications to underwriter for verification and recommendations.
Executive Director
Communities In Schools
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Duties and responsibilities included, but were not limited to managing daily operations of the program
- Responsibilities also included fundraising, monitoring of the budget, grant writing and public relations to include public speaking engagements and community involvement.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Director Juvenile Pre Trial Intervention
Richland County Solicitors
07.1996 - 03.1999
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
- Worked with Juveniles in community service placement and restitution payments to victims
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
Probation & Parole Officer
Department of Juvenile Justice
01.1990 - 01.1996
- Provided written evaluations regarding juvenile offenders to Circuit Court Judges in fifteen counties
- Tasked with overseeing various juvenile programs for counties, and making recommendations and/or implementing various juvenile programs
- Responsible for all administrative detail and maintenance issues involved with assigned offender juveniles.
Education
Arts/Communications Certification -
Chautauqua Conservatories
Chautauqua, New York 01.1989 - 05.1990
Bachelors Science Criminal Science - undefined
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, South Carolina 01.1987 - 05.1990
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Spartanburg Methodist College
Spartanburg, South Carolina 01.1985 - 05.1987
Diploma - undefined
Lancaster High School
Lancaster, South Carolina 01.1985 -
Skills
Pricing Negotiation
Sales Development
Client Relations
Sales Forecasting
Microsoft Office Proficient
Licensed Realtor, and All-Lines Insurance Adjuster
Logical Thinker, Problem solver, Team Building,Strong Organizational Skills
Certification
Time Management & Communication
References
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Realtor/Real Estate Broker
Carolina Homes Connection
03.2016 - Current
Sales Manager
Red Ventures
01.2015 - 01.2018
Sales Manager/CEO
Aunt Rachel’s Pork Sausage LLC
01.2009 - 04.2015
Loan Originator
Green Tree Mortgage
01.2004 - 01.2009
Executive Director
Communities In Schools
01.1999 - 01.2004
Director Juvenile Pre Trial Intervention
Richland County Solicitors
07.1996 - 03.1999
Probation & Parole Officer
Department of Juvenile Justice
01.1990 - 01.1996
Arts/Communications Certification -
Chautauqua Conservatories
01.1989 - 05.1990
Bachelors Science Criminal Science - undefined
South Carolina State University
01.1987 - 05.1990
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Spartanburg Methodist College
01.1985 - 05.1987
Diploma - undefined
Lancaster High School
01.1985 -