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Charles Stringer

Lafayette,LA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Recruiting Sales Manager

WoodmenLife
Lafayette, LA
01.2000 - Current
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review goals and objectives for the quarter and year.
  • Organized trade shows and other events as a means of increasing visibility in the marketplace.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
  • Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services.
  • Maintained professional network of potential clients and business opportunities.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Developed and implemented new sales strategies to update product lines.
  • Delivered sales presentations focused on offerings and unique advantages over competitors.
  • Attended trade shows for in-person engagement and network building.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Identified and developed new markets for products or services.

Field Associate

WoodmenLife
Lafayette, LA
08.1998 - 12.1999
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive insurance plans for clients according to their individual needs.
  • Assessed customer risk levels and recommended appropriate coverage options.
  • Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
  • Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain high satisfaction levels.
  • Developed relationships with new clients through cold calling and referrals from existing customers.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on industry trends and changes in regulations.
  • Advised customers on the best ways to minimize risks associated with their assets.
  • Scheduled meetings with prospective clients to discuss available products and services.
  • Explained complex technical terms related to insurance plans in simple language for easy understanding.
  • Processed payments received from clients promptly according to established procedures.
  • Responded quickly and accurately to inquiries from clients regarding their coverage plans.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
  • Explained different options to prospective clients, encouraging sale of insurance policies that best fit needs.
  • Conducted meetings or phone calls with potential clients to present insurance policies and answer questions.
  • Conducted telephone appointments with prospective clients to build rapport and sell insurance services.
  • Pursued new clients through various marketing strategies to grow existing portfolio of policyholders.
  • Received underwriting approvals after accurately completing applications for insurance coverage.
  • Prepared proposals and conducted closing interviews to sell insurance products.
  • Serviced existing portfolios, assisting members with coverage questions and accurately processing policy endorsements.
  • Developed fact-finding interviews to determine need for coverage.
  • Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
  • Achieved repeat business and referrals through personalized services.
  • Used mailings and phone solicitation and made presentations to groups at company-sponsored gatherings to gain new clientele.
  • Conducted in-home and group presentations to provide detailed explanations of policy guidelines and benefits to clients and families.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
12-1991

Skills

  • Lead Generation
  • Sales Tracking
  • Profitability Optimization
  • Account Management
  • Mutual funds
  • Planning for retirement
  • Client Relations
  • Managing wealth
  • Mutual funds understanding
  • Sales follow-up
  • Advising on investments
  • Making insurance decisions
  • Account Performance Reviews
  • Retirement planning
  • Relationship building and management

Certification

FIC (Fraternal Insurance Counselor)

FICF (Fraternal Insurance Counselor Fellow)

Series 6

Series 63

Affiliations

  • Coached school and recreational soccer, basketball, and baseball
  • Volunteer for Habitat for Humanity
  • Rotary Club

Timeline

Recruiting Sales Manager

WoodmenLife
01.2000 - Current

Field Associate

WoodmenLife
08.1998 - 12.1999

Bachelor of Science - Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication

University of Louisiana At Lafayette

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