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CAROL HALL

LIGHTFOOT,VA

Summary

As the founder of Colonial Towne Ins. Agy, LLC, I excelled in navigating challenging economic landscapes, achieving significant client retention through exceptional relationship building and customer service. My expertise in financial planning and staff development ensured a competitive edge, fostering a culture of high performance and loyalty within the team.

Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.

Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs.

Outgoing and resourceful, bringing strong background in business management and strategic planning. Possesses in-depth understanding of market analysis and financial oversight, coupled with skills in project coordination and client relationship management. Dedicated to driving business growth and achieving impactful results.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

OWNER

COLONIAL TOWNE INS. AGY, LLC
02.1986 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
  • Expanded business into new markets, cond
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.

Education

Associate of Arts - BUSINESS, ACCOUNTING, BOOK-KEEPING, MANAGEMENT

CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT COLLEGE
NEWPORT NEWS, VA
05-1979

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Customer relations
  • Client service
  • Business management
  • Financial planning
  • Sales management
  • Staff hiring
  • Staff management

Affiliations

  • Life Underwriters, IIAV

Interests

  • Baking
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
  • Cooking
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends

Timeline

OWNER

COLONIAL TOWNE INS. AGY, LLC
02.1986 - Current

Associate of Arts - BUSINESS, ACCOUNTING, BOOK-KEEPING, MANAGEMENT

CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT COLLEGE
CAROL HALL