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Carlos A Cornejo

Summary

Highly skilled Final Underwriting MCA Manager with extensive experience in assessing creditworthiness, analyzing financial documents, and making accurate funding decisions. Proven track record of leading a successful underwriting team while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company policies and industry regulations. Results-driven management professional with over 6 years of experience leading high-performing teams to achieve organizational goals and exceed performance targets. Dedicated to driving continuous self improvement and achieving business objectives.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Underwriting Coordinator

Vader Mountain Capital
02.2021 - 02.2024
  • Lead and oversee the final underwriting process for merchant cash advance (MCA) applications, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to company policies and industry regulations.
  • Manage a team of underwriters responsible for reviewing and evaluating merchant financial documents, credit reports, and other relevant information to assess creditworthiness and determine funding eligibility.
  • Develop and implement underwriting guidelines, procedures, and decision-making frameworks to streamline processes and optimize efficiency.
  • Monitor underwriting metrics, portfolio performance, and quality control measures to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
  • Stay updated on industry regulations, market trends, and best practices related to merchant cash advance underwriting.

Financial Underwriter

Vader Mountain Capital
11.2019 - 02.2021
  • Review merchant cash advance applications in the final underwriting stage, assessing creditworthiness, repayment capacity, and funding eligibility.
  • Analyze merchant financial documents, credit reports, bank statements, and other relevant information to verify accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
  • Make final underwriting decisions based on established guidelines, risk assessment, and funding parameters, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
  • Maintain accurate records, documentation, and audit trails of underwriting decisions, ensuring completeness and transparency in the underwriting process.
  • Provide support and guidance to underwriting team members, assisting with complex cases, reviewing exceptions, and sharing knowledge and best practices.


General Manager

Party City (Halloween City)
08.2019 - 11.2019
  • Oversee and manage all aspects of retail operations to ensure efficiency, profitability, and exceptional customer service.
  • Lead and motivate a team of retail staff to achieve sales targets and uphold company standards.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations, including health and safety standards.
  • Hire, train, and evaluate retail staff, providing ongoing coaching and development to enhance performance.
  • Set sales targets and monitor individual and team performance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Monitor inventory levels, merchandise presentation, and store cleanliness to maintain a positive shopping environment.

Assistant Manager

Extra Space Storage
05.2018 - 08.2019
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and conducted company sale process to address customer needs promptly.
  • Managed daily operations for efficient facility management, ensuring a clean and well-maintained environment.
  • Manage property occupancy including move ins and move outs.
  • Meet all the company goals including occupancy, insurance avg, Google reviews, total rentals, and lead conversions.
  • Audit property and set up vendor appointments to address any issues found


FT Merchandise Specialist

Party City
12.2017 - 05.2018
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage and maintain profitability.
  • Supported sales goals by strategically placing promotional materials and optimizing shelf space usage according to planogram guidelines.
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Handled returns and exchanges efficiently, adhering to store policies while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction.

PT Merchandise Specialist

Party City
11.2017 - 12.2017
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage and maintain profitability.
  • Supported sales goals by strategically placing promotional materials and optimizing shelf space usage according to planogram guidelines.
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Handled returns and exchanges efficiently, adhering to store policies while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction.

FEC(Supervisor)

Party City
06.2017 - 11.2017
  • Implemented loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage and maintain profitability.
  • Supported sales goals by strategically placing promotional materials and optimizing shelf space usage according to planogram guidelines.
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Handled returns and exchanges efficiently, adhering to store policies while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction.

Store Associate

Party City
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock audits and updating records accordingly.
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hialeah Gardens High School
Hialeah Gardens, FL
06.2017

Skills

  • Experian analysis
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • MCA Underwriting
  • Finance management
  • Retail management
  • Lexis Nexis reports
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Verbal Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Critical Thinking
  • MS Office

References

  • Jose Fernandez - Everest Business Funding Department Manager - 305-721-9880
  • Annelis Garcia - Vader Mountain Capital Department Manager - 786-663-6269
  • Angel Blazquez - Extra Space Regional Trainer - 786-426-8453
  • Jordan Contreras - Lexus Detailing Manager - 786-865-0626

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Underwriting Coordinator

Vader Mountain Capital
02.2021 - 02.2024

Financial Underwriter

Vader Mountain Capital
11.2019 - 02.2021

General Manager

Party City (Halloween City)
08.2019 - 11.2019

Assistant Manager

Extra Space Storage
05.2018 - 08.2019

FT Merchandise Specialist

Party City
12.2017 - 05.2018

PT Merchandise Specialist

Party City
11.2017 - 12.2017

FEC(Supervisor)

Party City
06.2017 - 11.2017

Store Associate

Party City
08.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Hialeah Gardens High School
Carlos A Cornejo