Caleb Standridge
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
Personable candidate committed to helping clients meet financial goals. Extensive experience developing and implementing investment strategies tailored to clients' individual needs and objectives. Passionate about providing sound financial advice and helping clients reach financial goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Solutions Advisor
Merrill Lynch
04.2022 - Current
- Increased assets under management to $11mm in 18 months by actively building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Boosted client retention rates by consistently delivering exceptional customer service and timely follow-ups.
- Average 25-30 in-person client meetings per week via partner referrals, current client referrals, and proactive outreach.
- Contributed to team success through active participation in meetings, sharing best practices, and collaborating on special projects.
- Reduced risk exposure for clients by conducting thorough portfolio reviews and recommending suitable adjustments.
- Developed customized financial plans that addressed specific needs such as college savings, tax minimization strategies, or estate planning considerations.
- Monitored and updated financial plans to comply with client goals.
Registered Associate
Zions Bancorporation
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Worked with 3 senior level advisors to actively manage sales prospect pipeline and prepare for client investment reviews and financial planning meetings
- Securities trading reviewed clients' financial situations, needs, and risk tolerance and assisted with rebalancing client's portfolios
- Created sales scripts for the centralized advisor team and worked with management through the rollout
- Reviewed wire transfers before going out and completed all new account paperwork during the onboarding phase
- Streamlined office operations for better efficiency, managing calendars and scheduling appointments.
- Managed tasks efficiently during periods of high volume or tight deadlines without compromising quality or attention to detail.
Client Service Associate
Ameriprise Financial
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Responsible for 150-200 outbound dials to convert service calls into sales opportunities
- Communicated with clients regarding account services, statements, and balances.
- Provided comprehensive support to senior associates, facilitating effective client relationship management.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Assisted in the retention of high-value clients through proactive communication and exceptional service delivery.
- Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
Insurance Agent
New York Life
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Strategized with upper management on ways to add value to prospective clients with product offerings
- Analyzed customer needs to provide customized insurance solutions.
- Provided prompt responses to inquiries from both prospective and existing clients, demonstrating commitment to exceptional service.
- Met with clients face-to-face to discuss their financial goals and add value to their financial situation.
- Generated leads through cold-calling, networking, and other outreach methods.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Economics
Texas State University
San Marcos, TXSome College (No Degree) -
Blinn College
Bryan, TXSkills
- Financials Analysis
- Retirement needs
- Investment advice
- Investment Consulting and Planning
- Wealth Management
- Cash Flow analysis
- Education Funding
- Portfolio Analysis
Certification
- Series 66
- General Securities Representative Exam
- Securities Industry Essentials Exam General
- Lines Insurance License
Certification Dates
- 08/01/19
- 05/01/16
- 12/01/20
- 07/01/21
Professional Affiliations And Activities
- Accounting Club
- Financial Management Association
Affiliations
- Inter-Generational Employee Network (IGEN)
Timeline
Financial Solutions Advisor
Merrill Lynch
04.2022 - Current
Registered Associate
Zions Bancorporation
11.2018 - 10.2021
Client Service Associate
Ameriprise Financial
08.2017 - 07.2018
Insurance Agent
New York Life
04.2016 - 05.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Economics
Texas State University
Some College (No Degree) -
Blinn College
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