Curry Gurule
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Seeking long-term employment with a forward-thinking company that prioritizes both its employees and the products they promote. Committed to honesty and ethics, aiming to become an integral part of this organization and considering it as a second family.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver
Lyft Drivers
Denver, CO, US
04.2018 - Current
- Maintained a clean driving record with zero accidents or traffic violations
- Followed all traffic laws and regulations to ensure compliance and prevent accidents
- Performed routine vehicle inspections before each trip to identify any maintenance issues or potential hazards
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, customers, and team members to coordinate deliveries and resolve any issues that arose during transportation
- Demonstrated excellent navigation skills using GPS systems or maps to find the most efficient routes for delivery destinations
- Assisted with loading/unloading of goods when necessary, ensuring proper handling techniques were followed at all times
- Provided exceptional customer service by being courteous, professional, and helpful during interactions with clients at pick-up/drop-off locations
- Adhered to company policies regarding vehicle maintenance schedules for regular servicing and repairs as needed
- Ensured compliance with all applicable safety regulations related to transporting hazardous materials if required for specific job assignments
- Maintained cleanliness inside the vehicle by regularly cleaning the interior surfaces
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities by resolving unexpected situations such as road closures or mechanical breakdowns without compromising delivery timelines
- Maintained a high level of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers
- Adapted quickly to changing road conditions or weather situations to maintain safe driving practices
Owner/Operator
Columbine Coffee House, LLC
Oakland, TN, US
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Founded and operated a successful business for 3 years, overseeing all aspects of operations
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to drive growth and increase profitability
- Managed a team of 6 employees, providing leadership, guidance, and support
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management, ensuring the company's financial health
- Established strong vendor relationships to negotiate favorable pricing terms and improve supply chain efficiency
- Developed partnerships with other businesses to enhance product offerings or reach new markets
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through exceptional service delivery
- Built customer base through equal and fair treatment and extraordinary customer service
- Introduced new products/services based on market demand analysis leading to a increase in sales
- Served as the primary point of contact for all customer inquiries or concerns resolving issues promptly
Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams
Augusta, GA, US
03.2015 - 12.2018
- Builds rapport to develop comprehensive property listings.
- Lists property by examining property; recommending improvements that will enhance salability; coordinating with appraisers to set a selling price; closing a contract
- Develops buyers by meeting potential buyers in community activities; greeting drop-ins; placing advertisements; responding to inquiries
- Drafted contracts, relayed offers, and suggested alterations to finalize deals.
- Updates job knowledge by studying listings; visiting properties; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional and community organizations
- Accomplishes brokerage mission by completing related results as needed
- Skills/Qualifications: Understanding the Customer, Prospecting Skills, People Skills, Problem Solving, Motivation for Sales, Territory Management, Legal Compliance, Independence, Professionalism, Meeting Sales Goals, Negotiation
Licensed Insurance Agent
Family Heritage
Cincinnati, OH, US
11.2010 - 06.2016
- Develops base for long-term sources of clients by using referrals, occupational, and special-interest groups to compile lists of prospects
- Approaches potential clients by utilizing mailings and phone solicitation; making presentations to groups at company-sponsored gatherings; speaking publicly to community groups on the subject of financial well-being
- Determines clients' particular needs and financial situations by scheduling fact-finding appointments; determining extent of present coverage and investments; ascertaining long-term goals
- Develop a coordinated protection plan by calculating and quoting rates for immediate coverage action and long-term strategy implementation
- Obtains underwriting approval by completing application for coverage
- Completes coverage by delivering policy; planning future follow-up visits and evaluations of needs
- Provides continuing service by providing direct deposit forms; processing changes in beneficiary and policy loan applications
- Provides death benefits by delivering policy proceeds; reassessing client needs
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations
- Enhances insurance agency reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
Manager/Bookkeeper
HI CRANES
Eagle, CO, US
09.1999 - 11.2015
- Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software
- Code documents according to company procedures
- Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records
- Compile budget data and documents, based on estimated revenues and expenses and previous budgets
- Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations
- Transfer details from separate journals to general ledgers or data processing sheets
- Complete and submit tax forms and returns, workers' compensation forms, pension contribution forms, and other government documents
- Monitor status of loans and accounts to ensure that payments are up to date
- Prepare purchase orders and expense reports
- Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers
- Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers
- Compile statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses
- Perform financial calculations such as amounts due, interest charges, balances, discounts, equity, and principal
- Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information
- Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes
Construction Site Superintendent
HI CRANES
Edwards, CO, US
08.2005 - 02.2008
- Coordinate work activities with other construction project activities
- Examine and inspect work progress, equipment, and construction sites to verify safety and to ensure that specifications are met
- Provide assistance to workers engaged in construction or extraction activities, using hand tools and equipment
- Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers
- Read specifications such as blueprints to determine construction requirements and to plan procedures
- Select, contract, and oversee workers who complete specific pieces of the project, such as painters, electricians, framers, trim carpenters, plumbers etc
- Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines
- Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
- Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction site
- Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer
- Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports
- Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods
Shop Manager
HI CRANES
Eagle, CO, US
05.2000 - 04.2003
- Advise managers on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes
- Analyze statistical data and reports to identify and determine causes of personnel problems and develop recommendations for improvement of organization's personnel policies and practices
- Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures
- Administer compensation, benefits and performance management systems, and safety and recreation programs
- Confer with managerial and technical personnel, and other departments, in order to resolve problems and to coordinate activities
- Provide current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, and opportunities for promotion and employee benefits
Education
N/A - Insurance
Kaplan
OnlineN/A - Accounting, Marketing, Small Business Management
Colorado Mountain College, VanEd
Vail, CON/A - Real Estate
VanEd
OnlineN/A - Realtor
The CE Shop
Online Georgia01.2016
Skills
- Human Resource Management
- Management
- Financial Management
- Accounting Software
- Tax Experience
- ADP
- QuickBooks
- Auto Estimating
- Accounts Receivable
- Performance Management
- Blueprint Reading
- Accounting
- Databases
- Accounts Payable
- Workers' Compensation
- Business Accounting
- OSHA Safety
- Construction Estimating
- Fundamental Tax Depositing Management Skills for Non-Managers
- Time & Attendance
- Two-Day Payroll Management Workshop
- Accounting I
- Marketing to the 'un' Marketable
- Small Business Accounting
- Various Computer Software
- OSHA Safety Management
- Health and Accident Insurance
- ExamFX
- Pathways
- Any Windows based Program
Certification
Driver's License
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Columbine Coffee House, LLC
04.2021 - 07.2024
Driver
Lyft Drivers
04.2018 - Current
Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams
03.2015 - 12.2018
Licensed Insurance Agent
Family Heritage
11.2010 - 06.2016
Construction Site Superintendent
HI CRANES
08.2005 - 02.2008
Shop Manager
HI CRANES
05.2000 - 04.2003
Manager/Bookkeeper
HI CRANES
09.1999 - 11.2015
N/A - Insurance
Kaplan
N/A - Accounting, Marketing, Small Business Management
Colorado Mountain College, VanEd
N/A - Real Estate
VanEd
N/A - Realtor
The CE Shop