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Christopher Curry

Christopher Curry

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in safety compliance management and customer needs assessment. Proven track record as a School Bus Driver at Frederick County Public Schools, ensuring passenger safety and adherence to regulations. Adept at upselling and achieving sales goals, fostering strong relationships to enhance service quality and client satisfaction.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

Frederick Countty Public Schools
12.2019 - 08.2024
  • Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
  • Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
  • Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
  • Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
  • Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
  • Assisted in training new drivers and maintaining driver certifications.
  • Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.

>Assisted in loading and unloading students and belongings.

  • Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
  • Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading students and belongings.

Supervising Insurance Agent

American Income Life Insurance Company
04.2020 - 05.2024
  • Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
  • Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Identified potential risks in client businesses and recommended appropriate insurance coverage.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.
  • Utilized CRM software to manage client relationships.
  • Prepared and reviewed insurance applications to verify compliance with regulations.
  • Generated leads through cold-calling, networking and other outreach methods.
  • Created sources for continuous client referrals within community and with businesses using extensive networking skills.
  • Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
  • Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
  • Monitored customer feedback and identified areas of improvement.
  • Researched and identified potential new markets.
  • Designed presentations and marketing materials to promote insurance products.
  • Evaluated competitors' products and services to gain competitive advantage.
  • Educated clients on insurance policies and procedures.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
  • Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.

Driver

Lyft And Uber
06.2017 - 04.2023
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.

New and Used Car and Truck Sales Associate

Shockley Honda
03.2014 - 10.2019
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

Owner/Operator & Gen'l Mgr of Various Restaurants

Multiple
04.1995 - 02.2014
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Maryland
College Park, MD

Skills

  • Safety Compliance Management
  • Passenger safety management
  • Upselling
  • Sales goals attainment
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • New client acquisition
  • Negotiation abilities

Timeline

Supervising Insurance Agent

American Income Life Insurance Company
04.2020 - 05.2024

School Bus Driver

Frederick Countty Public Schools
12.2019 - 08.2024

Driver

Lyft And Uber
06.2017 - 04.2023

New and Used Car and Truck Sales Associate

Shockley Honda
03.2014 - 10.2019

Owner/Operator & Gen'l Mgr of Various Restaurants

Multiple
04.1995 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

University of Maryland
Christopher Curry