Clay Gillispie
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
1825
1825
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Tech Champs Inc
Amarillo, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Championed sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact while improving brand image among eco-conscious consumers.
Medicare Sales Agent
Unified Marketing
Dallas, TX
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Utilized CRM tools to track client interactions, follow-ups, and progress toward enrollment goals efficiently.
- Streamlined the enrollment process with efficient documentation and data entry, reducing processing time.
- Helped eligible low-income seniors access financial assistance programs that reduce out-of-pocket healthcare expenses associated with Medicare plans.
- Developed a deep understanding of various Medicare plans and regulations to provide expert advice to clients in need of guidance.
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets (6 sales per day) by employing effective sales strategies and techniques tailored to individual client needs.
Cashier
Lowes Market
Spearman, TX
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Medicare Sales Agent
Health IQ
San Francisco, CA
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Helped eligible low-income seniors access financial assistance programs that reduce out-of-pocket healthcare expenses associated with Medicare plans.
- Developed a deep understanding of various Medicare plans and regulations to provide expert advice to clients in need of guidance.
- Enhanced customer retention rates by proactively addressing any issues or concerns regarding their Medicare plans.
- Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by employing effective sales strategies and techniques tailored to individual client needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry changes through ongoing professional development training sessions and webinars.
- Educated seniors on available government assistance programs, helping them make informed decisions about healthcare coverage.
- Resolved client inquiries and concerns promptly, ensuring their satisfaction with chosen Medicare plans.
- Developed personalized sales presentations tailored to each client''s unique needs, resulting in increased conversion rates and overall success as a Medicare Sales Agent.
- Conducted thorough needs assessments for each client, recommending the most suitable Medicare plans based on their unique requirements.
- Generated leads through cold-calling, networking and other outreach methods.
Insurance Agent
Dialog Direct
Ft. Worth, TX
03.201 - 12.2018
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Efficiently managed policy renewals, ensuring timely processing and accurate coverage updates.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
- Educated clients on the importance of adequate insurance coverage, fostering trust and loyalty among the existing client base.
- Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.
- Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
- Worked closely with other team members to optimize sales strategies and achieve regional goals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities, staying current with industry trends and regulatory changes affecting insurance products and services.
- Conducted thorough policy reviews with existing clients, identifying gaps in coverage and offering additional protection options when necessary.
Private Tutor
Wyzant
Dallas, TX
08.2010 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Empowered students with essential study skills such as note-taking, test preparation strategies, and effective research methods.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Offered one-on-one and small group instruction to foster opportunities for flexible and differentiated learning.
- Strengthened students'' critical thinking abilities by developing problem-solving exercises and activities.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each student''s unique learning needs and goals.
- Built strong rapport with students through active listening, empathy, and genuine interest in their success.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment, fostering open communication between students and tutor.
- Provided targeted support in specific subject areas where students struggled the most, enhancing overall academic success.
- Assisted students with time management strategies, improving their ability to complete assignments efficiently.
- Bolstered student confidence by providing constructive feedback and celebrating academic achievements.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Stayed updated on curriculum changes and academic standards to continuously deliver high-quality tutoring services in line with current requirements.
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
- Generated reports and provided feedback to students, supporting personal learning and development.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
- Evaluated available resources like textbooks or online materials to select the most relevant ones for each individual session.
Middle School Mathematics Exam Grader
Pearson CAASP
California
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Graded raw materials based on checklist of quality standards.
- Improved student performance by providing constructive feedback on assignments and tests.
- Managed deadlines effectively, ensuring timely completion of all required tasks while maintaining high-quality standards throughout the evaluation process.
- Collaborated with other graders to ensure a fair and balanced assessment of all students'' efforts.
- Contributed to a positive learning environment by upholding academic integrity standards and addressing misconduct promptly.
- Documented inspections, assignments and task completion to comply with company policies.
- Streamlined the grading process, resulting in more consistent and timely evaluations of student work.
- Leveraged knowledge of subject matter expertise when assessing student work, providing valuable insights into content comprehension levels among learners within the classroom setting.
Classroom Teacher / Substitute
Garland ISD
Garland, TX
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Principal Intern
Dallas Isd
Seagoville, TX
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Provided ongoing support for special education services by assisting teachers in creating and implementing individualized education plans for students with disabilities.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities that promoted student engagement and leadership development.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the school community to foster understanding, empathy, and inclusion among students from various backgrounds.
- Assisted in the development of data-driven instruction methods to track student progress and improve performance.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by fostering open communication and mutual respect among students, staff, and faculty.
- Collaborated with community organizations to establish partnerships that enriched student learning experiences beyond the classroom.
- Promoted academic success by analyzing assessment data to identify areas requiring targeted intervention strategies.
- Enhanced student achievement by working with instructional coaches to identify gaps in learning and developing targeted interventions.
- Served as a liaison between families experiencing hardship or trauma, connecting them with appropriate support resources within the school or local community.
- Organized professional development opportunities for staff to enhance their skills and stay current with educational trends.
- Oversaw safety protocols during emergency situations, ensuring prompt response times from all staff members involved in crisis management procedures.
Classroom Teacher
Dallas ISD
Seagoville, TX
08.2008 - 08.2014
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Classroom Teacher
Lewisville ISD
Lewisville, TX
08.2006 - 08.2008
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Championed inclusionary practices within the classroom setting by accommodating diverse needs of students with special education plans or language barriers, enabling them to succeed alongside peers in mainstream classrooms.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - History / Post-Bac Teacher Certification EC-4
University of North Texas
Denton, TXMasters Of Education - Education Leadership And Policy Studies
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2011
Masters Of Arts - Global And International Education
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA03.2011
Skills
Program oversight
Business administration
Business planning
Self-Motivated
Consulting
Dependable and Responsible
Training and Development
Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Communication
Flexible and Adaptable
Excellent Communication
Negotiation
Staff Management
Attention to Detail
Teamwork and Collaboration
Teambuilding
MS Office
Google Workspace
Organization and Time Management
Timeline
CEO
Tech Champs Inc
08.2023 - Current
Medicare Sales Agent
Unified Marketing
03.2022 - 02.2023
Cashier
Lowes Market
09.2021 - 02.2023
Medicare Sales Agent
Health IQ
06.2021 - 01.2022
Middle School Mathematics Exam Grader
Pearson CAASP
03.2015 - 06.2018
Classroom Teacher / Substitute
Garland ISD
08.2014 - 01.2016
Principal Intern
Dallas Isd
08.2012 - 08.2014
Private Tutor
Wyzant
08.2010 - 08.2018
Classroom Teacher
Dallas ISD
08.2008 - 08.2014
Classroom Teacher
Lewisville ISD
08.2006 - 08.2008
Bachelor Of Arts - History / Post-Bac Teacher Certification EC-4
University of North Texas
Masters Of Education - Education Leadership And Policy Studies
The University of Texas At Arlington
Masters Of Arts - Global And International Education
Drexel University
Insurance Agent
Dialog Direct
03.201 - 12.2018