Darius Johnson
Marrero,LA
Summary
Meticulous Financial Executive with insight, knowledge, and acumen required to successfully drive corporate profitability. Highly talented in driving financial operations from startup to $1,000,000+ operations. Valuable and respected professional offering skills in recruiting and hiring gifted employees bringing financial experience and exemplary communication skills to leadership team.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
Eagle Three LLC
Marrero, LA
06.2020 - Current
- Oversaw cash flow management activities, including accounts receivable and payable processing, payroll administration, and banking functions.
- Conducted regular financial reviews of operations to identify areas for cost savings or process improvements.
- Analyzed operational processes and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to promote profitability and efficiency.
- Result: Through sound financial guidance, I administered and guided the company to record-breaking revenue generation, adding over $500000 in gross profit in 10 months.
Life, Health and Supplemental Insurance Agent
US Health Advisors, Life and Health Insurance
Metairie, LA
02.2016 - 12.2019
- Promoted new products via various marketing channels, including online platforms, emails, and phone calls.
- Attended networking events to build relationships with potential customers.
- Analyzed customer needs to provide suitable solutions to meet financial objectives.
- Explained complex terms related to policies in an easy-to-understand manner.
- Result: I broke a record for continuously approved business with no declines, adding the accolades of senior management and enhancing market value to the company as a whole.
Life and Health Insurance Agent
Healthmarkets Insurance
Metairie, LA
05.2012 - 10.2017
- Upsold additional products or services when appropriate in order to meet sales goals.
- Attended team meetings regularly to discuss updates on products, services and policies changes.
- Result: Was in the top 10% of agents within the company for three years; a top agent in the eleven state division; and the top producer in the office.
Vice President of Business Development
Channel ZerO
Gretna, LA
11.2011 - 05.2012
- Created a comprehensive plan to identify prospective customers and develop relationships with them.
- Negotiated major contracts with clients to expand the organization's presence in the industry.
- Maintained contact with existing customers to ensure satisfaction levels remained high.
- Result: Successfully developed business during a recession, increasing revenue by over 13% year-over-year.
Account Representative
IMDiversity
New Orleans, LA
12.2004 - 11.2011
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Cultivated and strengthened customer relationships to drive revenue growth.
- Provided customers with product information, pricing, and availability.
- Results: I excelled in the sales role. I introduced the idea of a new market and product, which was embraced by senior management and drove profitability. It was a spin-off that sustains the company to this day.
Revenue Officer
Internal Revenue Service, IRS
New Orleans, LA
05.1991 - 03.2006
- Analyzed financial data from various sources to identify potential areas of noncompliance.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current tax laws and regulations.
- Estimated commercial and non-commercial real estate values and probable forced-sale value.
- Results: Assisted taxpayers with inquiries related to their accounts, payment plans, and other financial matters.
US Army Officer
US Army Reserve
Monroe, LA
05.1992 - 05.2000
- Monitored stock levels regularly to identify shortages or overages in order to prevent supply interruptions.
- Maintained records of all issued items, tracked inventory levels, and ordered replacements as needed.
- Tracked data to forecast requirements and determine appropriate reorder points for optimal inventory levels.
Education
MBA - Finance
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA12-2024
BBA - Business Management
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05-1992
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Quantitative Analysis
- Financial Management
- Financial Administration
- Cross-functional team leadership
Affiliations
- National Black MBA Association
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc, Spring 1991
● University of LA-Monroe, Eta Pi Chapter, April 1991 – May 1992 Treasurer and Historian
● Monroe Alumni Chapter, June 1992 – May 1994, Vice President
● Rayville Alumni Chapter, Founding Member, May 1996
- NAACP, Life Member, November 2005 New Orleans Chapter Vice President 2006
- Arden Cahill Academy, Parent-Teacher Organization, President August 2008
- Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, 33° The Supreme Council of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA August 2006
PARD Park Booster Club Vice President August 2009-2011
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer
Eagle Three LLC
06.2020 - Current
Life, Health and Supplemental Insurance Agent
US Health Advisors, Life and Health Insurance
02.2016 - 12.2019
Life and Health Insurance Agent
Healthmarkets Insurance
05.2012 - 10.2017
Vice President of Business Development
Channel ZerO
11.2011 - 05.2012
Account Representative
IMDiversity
12.2004 - 11.2011
US Army Officer
US Army Reserve
05.1992 - 05.2000
Revenue Officer
Internal Revenue Service, IRS
05.1991 - 03.2006
MBA - Finance
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
BBA - Business Management
University of Louisiana At Monroe