BRIAN A DOWERY
Middletown,NY
Summary
Ambitious Financial Services Representative determined to continually exceed expectations. Willing to take on added responsibilities to achieve desired results. High-achiever with strong process thinking and business analytical skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Advisor
LPL Financial
Monroe, NY
04.2021 - Current
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on each clients' individual needs.
- Helped individuals and families build and execute wealth management strategies based on unique goals and objectives.
- Assisted clients with preparing financial plans, conducting investment research and completing trades and transactions to assess and meet financial goals.
- Worked with clients to support understanding of rationale and details of financial strategies.
- Expanded customer base through community outreach and strategic business partnerships.
- Recruited, trained and mentored junior financial and support staff to generate ideas, share knowledge and commit to building successful company.
- Increased sales year over year by 24% and exceeded sales target by employing consultative sales tactics and superior customer care.
Vice President - Premier Relationship Advisor
HSBC Securities(USA) Inc.
New York, NY
05.2014 - 04.2021
- Provided wealth management solutions accounting for $10 million in assets under management per year.
- Trained, managed new team members on applying due diligence procedures, sales process, regulatory mandates.
- Analyzed investment products to develop customized financial solutions for clients financial needs.
- Exceeded quarterly sales targets
Financial Consultant
E*Trade Financial, Inc.
New York, NY
02.2012 - 05.2014
- Closely monitored performance of current portfolio of specialty loans, made changes to achieve performance targets.
- Provided financial solutions. Advised complex wealth strategies.
- Planned client seminars to promote business development, expansion of client base by 40%
- Grew assets under management 10% quarter over quarter.
- Managed assets under management of $1.6 billion dollars.
Financial Executive
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc.
New York, NY
02.2007 - 11.2011
- Maintained client book of 1200 households. Managing $100 million dollars in total assets.
- Grew assets under management by 23% during first year.
- Project manager for ultra high net-worth client-focused seminars.
- Achieved 105% of sales targets.
- Recognized for relationship management excellence.
Financial Advisor/Portfolio Manager
Mellon Wealth Advisory Services, Inc.
New York, NY
09.2004 - 12.2007
- Co-managed high net worth clientele of $1.5 billion dollars
- Led New York junior broker division in asset gathering, annuity sales. Provided solutions for non-profit organizations and corporate retirement plans
- Led team of 15 for Dreyfus asset retention team
- Received outstanding salesperson commendation
Stockbroker
Gilford Securities, Inc.
New York, NY
12.2000 - 09.2004
- Source new client prospects through Rule 144 filings, generated multi-million dollar sales revenue
- Conducted private wealth management seminars with High Net Worth Individuals.
- Built strong client relationships
- Provided high end value-added services
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Finance - Economics
Herbert Lehman College - City University of New York
Bronx, NY2016
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Complex problem solving
- Budgeting and financial management
- Highly detail-oriented
- Account management specialist
- Superior time management
Timeline
Financial Advisor
LPL Financial
04.2021 - Current
Vice President - Premier Relationship Advisor
HSBC Securities(USA) Inc.
05.2014 - 04.2021
Financial Consultant
E*Trade Financial, Inc.
02.2012 - 05.2014
Financial Executive
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc.
02.2007 - 11.2011
Financial Advisor/Portfolio Manager
Mellon Wealth Advisory Services, Inc.
09.2004 - 12.2007
Stockbroker
Gilford Securities, Inc.
12.2000 - 09.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Finance - Economics
Herbert Lehman College - City University of New York