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Brandon Lara

Brandon Lara

Fort Worth,Tx

Summary

Established Account Executive gifted at lead generation and building relations with customer and other real estate professionals. Engaging while personable and increasing business opportunities through dynamic marketing strategies, sharp communication skills and dedication to elevating sales knowledge and best practices provoking success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Executive

Goosehead Insurance Agency
Fort Worth, TX
02.2021 - Current
  • Distinguished top lead generator in Fort Worth, consistently delivering an average of 41.92 leads over the last 12 month.
  • Cultivated and maintained strong collaborative relationships with over 50 real estate industry professionals, originating a robust network to expand new business opportunities while meeting deadlines for their clients.
  • Exemplified exceptional sales performance, achieving a notable milestone of generating over $100k in written premium in a single month.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on product offerings, ensuring accurate representation during sales pitches or negotiations with clients.
  • Demonstrated unwavering commitment to continuous improvement, consistently elevating revenue targets and earning accolades for outstanding performance while providing unmatched customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
  • Produced book valued over $1.5MM under 24 months fabricating renewal business over $180k through another 12 months.

Bank Teller

Wells Fargo
07.2018 - 01.2021
  • Diligently analyzed consumer/commercial deposits and withdrawals while meticulously ensuring proper endorsements, signatures, and security features that upheld regulatory compliance.
  • Proactively identified and reported fraudulent or suspicious activities on consumer accounts, adhered to stringent federal laws, rules and regulations of Wells Fargo.
  • Oversaw handling of incoming and outgoing shipments of Central Lubbock Branch, closely verified over $100k in currency and balanced Branch over $1MM on daily basis.
  • Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours, answer customer inquiries concerning account balances, transaction history, and portfolio products while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
  • All tasks are done in detailed procedure corresponding with federal laws, rules, regulations, and respected policies of Wells Fargo.

Assistant Manager

Sonic Drive In
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Led and directed cohesive team of 15 members on daily basis integrating operational strategies to ensure seamless delivery service. exceed customer expectations, and exceed daily metrics in each staffing position.
  • Instrumental driving operational efficiency and creating positive atmosphere for both employees and consumers positively impacting overall franchise success.
  • Implemented strategic inventory management system optimizing stock levels and reducing waste by 5% allowing room for growth and higher profit margins.

Crew Leader

Sonic Drive In
06.2016 - 08.2017
  • Worked 40+ hours in lower management while being fully enrolled in college.
  • Trained and molded 10 new crew members employees positively impacting the day to day operations of each shift allowing for better store metrics, higher profits, and employee and customer satisfaction,
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Provided ongoing training and support for new hires, ensuring staff was well-equipped to perform their duties effectively.
  • Motivated team members by setting high expectations, recognizing achievements, and providing ongoing encouragement throughout challenging shifts.

Carhop Server

CarHop
06.2015 - 06.2016
  • Run Orders and independently maintain and build relationships with 300-400 customers daily
  • Balance personal wallet of $1k-$2k after all individual transactions were accounted for and finalized.
  • Took orders for customers ensuring accuracy and quality of each service.
  • Upheld customer retention by learning names, personal orders, and special request of daily customers exemplifying best employee qualities and customer service skills

Education

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business
Lubbock, TX
12.2020

BBA - Marketing Management And Research

Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business
Lubbock, TX
12.2020

Skills

  • Referral Partner and Client Relationship Building
  • Pipeline Management
  • Adaptability to market conditions
  • Problem-Solving
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Sales Skills and strategies

Accomplishments

  • President’s List, Fall 2019
  • Dean’s List, Spring 2019

Coursework

  • Organizational Behavior Management
  • Managing Human Resources
  • Recruitment Retention and Selection
  • International Management

Quote

"Worry is a down payment on a problem you may never have. It doesn't empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it just empties today of its strength. Yesterday was the best time to implement change, the next best time is today."

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site

Important To Me

Company CultureCareer advancementFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k matchWork-life balanceWork from home option

Affiliations

  • Texas Tech Alumni Association

Additional Information

Proud Lubbock Native and Alumni of Texas Tech University. As a proud Red Raider, I'm an advocate of making friends and having competition along the way. You become what you surround yourself with. If I'm the best in the room, I need to find the next best room in the building. I'm also a diehard sneakerhead and Swoosh enthusiast. If you want to talk sneakers, I'm your guy!

Interests

Sneakers

Weight Training

Fashion

Sports

Video games

Timeline

Account Executive

Goosehead Insurance Agency
02.2021 - Current

Bank Teller

Wells Fargo
07.2018 - 01.2021

Assistant Manager

Sonic Drive In
08.2017 - 06.2018

Crew Leader

Sonic Drive In
06.2016 - 08.2017

Carhop Server

CarHop
06.2015 - 06.2016

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business

BBA - Marketing Management And Research

Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business
Brandon Lara