Edward Meneses
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Sales Representative with a solid record of consistently achieving customer retention goals through relationship building and advanced product knowledge. Persuasive, self-motivated leadership professional with expertise in expanding network connections. Skilled at introducing products, educating clients and implementing pricing strategies. Specializes in developing new territories and discerning customer needs to deliver solutions. Independent Sales Associate motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company revenue. Service-oriented and outgoing individual with in-depth knowledge of market dynamics and customer requirements. Leverages product expertise for merchandising and sale success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Agent/Agent Owner
Farmers Insurance Agency
Las Vegas, NV
05.2022 - Current
- Listened to customers to understand their needs and help them find the right coverage for their Auto and Home.
- Greeted incoming customers and provided expert sales and service to drive revenue.
- Increased revenue by skillfully upselling and closing customer sales and driving product benefits around client needs.
- Demonstrated products in effort to show potential buyers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Cultivated productive relationships with existing customers through exceptional follow-up after sales.
- Generated sales across complete sales cycle process from prospecting through contract negotiations and closings.
Salesperson
Security Nation Life company
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2014 - 05.2022
- Responded to inquiries and explained product features and service advantages to potential customers.
- Increased sales through a consultative sales approach and focused relationship-building with new and existing policyholders.
- Interviewed prospective clients to gather information on financial needs and discuss existing coverage.
- Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
- Sought out new clients and developed clientele by networking to find new customers.
- Achieved repeat business and referrals through personalized services.
- Conducted in-home and group presentations to provide detailed explanations of policy guidelines and benefits to clients and families.
Insurance Sales Agent
Insurance Supermarket
Las Vegas , NV
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Responded to inquiries and explained product features and service advantages to potential customers.
- Upsold products to policyholders and potential new clients.
- Increased sales through consultative sales approach and focused relationship building with new and existing policy holders.
- Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
- Counseled prospects and policyholders on coverage, limits and regulations.
Room Service Supervisor
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa
LAS VEGAS, Nevada
04.2012 - 04.2021
- Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Supervised a team of 12 employees in the Room Service establishment, maintaining a positive and productive atmosphere to enhance employee experience.
- Trained front-of-house staff on Room service policies and procedures, guest service techniques, and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
Room Service Server
Hard Rock Hotel
San Diego, CA
05.2009 - 03.2012
- Delivered pleasant guest experiences with friendly service and a caring demeanor.
- Maintained clean, neat, and professional uniforms to promote a positive corporate image.
- Followed up with guests regarding order quality to satisfaction.
- Assessed the quality of food and beverage products before delivery.
- Placed food servings on plates or trays according to orders or instructions.
- Prepared for busy periods by restocking stations and maintaining clean work areas.
- Resolved guest concerns and issues quickly and effectively.
- Arranged orders on service trays and oversaw sanitation and timeliness of delivery.
Insurance Agent
Hartford Life
Las Vegas, NV
03.2006 - 11.2011
- Explained different options to prospective clients, encouraging the sale of insurance policies that best fit their needs.
- Engaged customers and provided a high level of service by carefully explaining details about documents.
- Conducted telephone appointments with prospective clients to build rapport and sell insurance services.
- Received underwriting approvals after accurately completing applications for insurance coverage.
- Prepared proposals and conducted closing interviews to sell insurance products.
- Prepared proposals and conducted closing interviews to increase insurance sales.
- Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
Insurance Sales Agent
West Coast Insurance Brokerage
San Diego, CA
09.2008 - 04.2009
- Responded to inquiries and explained product features and service advantages to potential customers.
- Upsold products to policyholders and potential new clients.
- Increased sales through consultative sales approach and focused relationship building with new and existing policy holders.
- Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
- Developed appropriate quotes based on risk information.
- Calculated premiums and established payment methods, receiving customer payments and issuing receipts.
Salesperson
Nationwide Insurance Company
Las Vegas, NV
05.2007 - 10.2008
- Placed orders and answered customer questions in-person, through email and over phone to maximize customer service.
- Responded to inquiries and explained product features and service advantages to potential customers.
- Interviewed prospective clients to gather information on financial needs and discuss existing coverage.
- Developed appropriate quotes based on risk information.
- Counseled prospects and policyholders on coverage, limits and regulations.
Education
Skills
- Insurance Sales Strategy
- CRM Software
- Client Prospecting
- Policy Renewals
- Policy Feature Explanations
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Property and Casualty Insurance Sales
- Final Expense Insurance
- Life Insurance Sales
- Licensing Requirements
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Sales Agent/Agent Owner
Farmers Insurance Agency
05.2022 - Current
Insurance Sales Agent
Insurance Supermarket
04.2021 - 12.2021
Salesperson
Security Nation Life company
01.2014 - 05.2022
Room Service Supervisor
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa
04.2012 - 04.2021
Room Service Server
Hard Rock Hotel
05.2009 - 03.2012
Insurance Sales Agent
West Coast Insurance Brokerage
09.2008 - 04.2009
Salesperson
Nationwide Insurance Company
05.2007 - 10.2008
Insurance Agent
Hartford Life
03.2006 - 11.2011
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