Bryan Bender

Monday through Friday day trading the Futures Markets primarily for the DOW, S&P and NASDAQ. Multiple computers and systems are used with access to multiple live Trading Rooms with members from all around the world. Extensive analytic study to assist in the development of meaningful trade strategies and execution is a requirement.

Responsible for budget development and daily implementation. Development of sales strategies and responsible for sales results and hands-on customer training and retention throughout the continental United Sates.

• Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by staying current on industry developments and implementing necessary controls within the organization.
• Managed risk effectively through the establishment of a comprehensive risk management framework, safeguarding company assets against potential threats.
• Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
• Optimized working capital levels by closely monitoring accounts receivable/payable balances and taking appropriate actions as needed.
• Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
• Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
• Negotiated favorable terms with vendors and suppliers, achieving significant savings on procurement expenses.
• Facilitated successful mergers and acquisitions by conducting thorough due diligence analyses and providing strategic guidance throughout the process.
• Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
• Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
• Drove revenue growth by developing pricing strategies that maximized both sales volume and profitability.
• Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance, and revenue targets.
• Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
• Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
• Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
• Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
• Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
• Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
• Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
• Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients'' specific needs.
• Attended industry events and conventions to explain sales opportunities.
• Exceeded sales targets consistently, through strategic planning and execution of targeted sales initiatives.

Responsible for incorporation and accounting responsibilities and development of all sales strategies, underwriting functions and staff training. Lead development and prospect closing and customer retention were also priorities. Received many industry awards for growth, productivity and profitability.

Captive Account Agent for ALLSTATE INSURANCE, first office was located in the local SEARS store. Shortly thereafter relocated to a separate building on Escanaba’s Main Street. Responsible for lead discovery and development, writing personal lines policies, providing customer service, staff training and some claims handling. Numerous awards for profitable production and customer service and retention. At its peak, this small office insured over 10% of the personal autos in Delta County.

Filed the incorporation papers for this newly organized 501 c-3 corporation soon after graduation from Western Michigan University in 1972. Responsible to a 10- member Board of Directors for the hiring and training of staff for this sheltered workshop. Grant writing, accounting , product development, manufacture and scheduling deliveries and staff management were key responsibilities. Also important was the development of and ongoing function of positive relationships with the Vocational Rehabilitation Division of the Michigan Department of Education, the Michigan Department of Mental Health and the Michigan Division of OSHA.