+ Years of professional experience
Hi, I’m
Collin McKinney
Insurance Broker
Pensacola,FL
"And above all, put on love, which is the bond of perfection."
The Holy Spirit, through the Apostle Paul
Summary
- Knowledgeable Business Owner, Manager, and Laborer with strong background managing a wide range of business operations. Adept at developing and implementing new strategies with strong understanding of industry landscape. Motivated self-starter quickly adapts to changing environments and manages multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Skilled Agent experienced in identifying the needs of the client and working to find a solution promptly and professionally.
- Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
3
Years of Business Ownership
Work History
Symmetry Financial Group
Insurance Broker/Agent
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Informed clients of policies and procedures.
- Resolved caller issues quickly and thoroughly.
- Obtained client information by answering telephone calls.
- Advised customers about new products and assisted customers in determining best insurance type/product for needs.
- Quoted prices and credit terms to prepare sales contracts.
- Organized and coordinated meetings and conference calls with various individuals.
- Called 300-500 prospective clients in multiple states per week to explain products offered and qualify leads.
- Compiled lists of potential clients to develop and expand book of business.
- Documented caller information in CRM funnels.
- Liaised between new customers and various departments throughout organization.
Evergreen Tree and Lawn
Laborer
09.2020 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Read and understood orders to accurately measure, cut and lay out needed materials.
- Operated equipment such as dump trailers, stump grinders, 75ft extension boom lifts, and tree service equipment including chainsaw work.
- Trained in truck and trailer towing to transport heavy machinery and equipment.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools.
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Constructed and broke down temporary retaining walls and scaffolding to support project needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Updated logs and reported on job progress.
Pressure Washing With Presence, LLC
Owner/Operator
02.2019 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Trained in truck and trailer towing to transport heavy machinery and equipment.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Developed sales presentations and promotion initiatives to key accounts to drive product sales and increase brand awareness.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
Water Works Services LLC
Laborer
11.2016 - 02.2019
Job overview
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Trained in truck and trailer towing to transport heavy machinery and equipment.
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools.
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
- Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and general public.
- Updated logs and reported on job progress.
Lutheran Services Florida
Youth Care Specialist
05.2011 - 10.2015
Job overview
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Evaluated needs of youth and outlined measures to address.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
- Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
- Attended treatment team meetings to discuss youth's mental and behavioral progress.
- Assisted in proper evacuation of youth during emergency situations such as inclement weather.
- Attended Handle With Care trainings to enhance staff and youth safety during physical intervention.
- Liaised with parents of youth and community leaders to organize youth empowerment programs and activities.
- Utilized BMMS/Boystown model to teach youth life skills in accordance with individualized treatment plans.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Worked within legal contract requirements of te Department of Juvenile Justice, Department of Families and Children and Florida Foster Network.
- CPR and CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certified.
- Assisted in the delivery of client medications.
- Planned outings and activities within facility budget and staff availability.
- Transport and pickup utilizing a 12 seated passenger van.
Education
J. M. Tate Senior High SchoolCantonment, FL
High School Diploma
05.2005
Skills
- Account Management
- Customer Relations Management
- Marketing
- Underwriting
- Sales Management
- Outside Insurance Sales
- Presentation Skills
- Negotiation
- Financial Concepts
- Financial Planning
- Office Experience
- Organizational Skills
- Strong Communication Abilities
- Certifications and Licenses
- Computer Software Skills
- Quoting Software Skills
- Maintaining External Brokerage Relationships
- Business Development
- Business Correspondence
- Customer Needs Determination
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Resource Allocation
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Customer Service
- Information Documentation
- Cold Calling
- Product Sales
- Policy Cancellation
- Call Management
- Career Growth Strategy Development
- Travel Arrangements
- Professional Networking
- Sample Preparation
- Report Generation
- Ensuring Customer Satisfaction
- Microsoft Office
- Recordkeeping Proficiency
- Solution Development
- Meeting Coordination
- Closing Sales
- Financial Document Preparation
- Contract Assessment
- Business Oversight
- Team Goals
- Creative Solutions
- Handling Materials
- Project Deadlines
- Operational Safety
- Motor Vehicle Operation
- Heavy Equipment Transportation
- Minor Repairs
- Hand and Power Tools
- Project Specifications
- Crew Supervision
- Heavy Labor
- Vendor Relationships
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Employee Performance
- Phone and Email Communication
- Job Site Communication
- Site Cleanup
- OSHA Compliance
- Equipment Operator Signals
- Debris Collection
- Power Saws
- Equipment Moving
- Safety-First Mentality
- Equipment Maintenance
- Preparing Job Sites
- Team Coordination and Oversight
- Worksite Safety and Maintenance
- Chemical Applications
- Chemical Cleaners
- Hazardous Chemicals
- Interior and Exterior Cleaning
- Large-Scale Measurement
- Calculations and Measurements
- Physical Agility and Coordination
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Safety Regulations
- Data Entry Software
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Engine Components
- Project Requirements
- Competitive Pricing
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Commercial Property
- Machine Operations
- Business Operations
- Equipment Replacement
- Vehicle Inspection
- Safety Knowledge
- Time Management
- Profit Margins
- Customer Experience
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Basic Mathematical Abilities
- Troubleshoot Malfunctions
Additional Information
- Licensed, Code 2-15 Health & Life Insurance (Including Annuities & Variable Contracts) Agent
- IUL (Indexed Universal Life) Trained and Certified
- Adult, Child, and Infant CPR Trained
- Previous Business Owner and Management
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Timeline
Insurance Broker/Agent
Symmetry Financial Group
02.2022 - Current
Laborer
Evergreen Tree and Lawn
09.2020 - 02.2022
Owner/Operator
Pressure Washing With Presence, LLC
02.2019 - 02.2022
Laborer
Water Works Services LLC
11.2016 - 02.2019
Youth Care Specialist
Lutheran Services Florida
05.2011 - 10.2015
J. M. Tate Senior High School
High School Diploma
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