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Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Internships + Voluteer Work
Hobbies
Timeline
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ELENA PROTSENKO

Mortgage Broker
Oak Ridge,NJ
ELENA PROTSENKO

Summary

Versatile background with extensive knowledge and experience in real estate, loan origination, renovation project management, interior design, sustainability, debt consolidation, sales, marketing, event planning, customer service, holistic health, and insurance.

Ability to work well independently, as well as a part of a dynamic team.

I'm self-driven, well organized, easy to work with, and possess a growth mindset with a fortunate ability to learn quickly.

Currently seeking an opportunity to apply knowledge and experience in a new position while contributing value to the company.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

West Capital Lending

BRANCH MANAGER MORTGAGE BROKER (REMOTE)
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Analyzing clients income, credit score, assets and liabilities to determine their eligibility for various mortgage loans and tailor recommendations based on their real estate goals and situation
  • Serving 5 new clients a day and maintaining CRM
  • In-depth knowledge of the various mortgage loan products available to tailor to the clients situation
  • Website development
  • Lead generation.
  • Strengthened relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving revenue growth.
  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
  • Increased branch profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and streamlining operational processes.
  • Coordinated marketing campaigns tailored towards target audience segments resulting in increased brand awareness within the local community.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current market trends ensuring accurate advice and guidance for clients navigating the mortgage process.

SCM ADVISORS

MORTGAGE BROKER (REMOTE)
08.2022 - 12.2023

Job overview

  • Demonstrated expertise in commercial and business purpose lending specializing in Hard Money, Fix/Flip, Ground Up Construction, and Non-QM Products
  • Utilized in-depth knowledge to identify the most competitive loan programs a client will qualify for after thorough assessment and understanding of their past real estate experience, credit score, reserves, and leverage requirements
  • Developed an understanding of various zoning ordinances
  • Handled inbound calls, effectively understanding clients' unique situations, providing comprehensive solutions to address their real estate needs and accomplish their goals
  • Created and implemented marketing campaigns, fliers, leveraging marketing data feedback and client response to drive lead generation and maximize client engagement
  • Developed rebuttals and counterpoints to address client concerns
  • Analyzing client portfolio's, current debt/equity on properties to determine how much net cash out is available to pull out.
  • Wrote detailed and technical analyses which included cash on cash returns, and cap rate calculations
  • Identified the most competitive lender for each loan program, built network of local and nationwide private hard money investors maintaining strong relationships
  • Ran client's credit, requested client documents, took clients 1003 applications, obtained payoff demands, opened title/escrow
  • Determined which loan program best suits client needs
  • Developed a collaborative company lead management system to maintain a massive pipeline in an organized and prioritized fashion.
  • Collaborated with different lenders to find best possible deal for home buyers.
  • Managed loan pipelines efficiently, promptly addressing any issues or concerns that arose during the mortgage process.
  • Conducted comprehensive financial assessments to determine borrower eligibility for various loan programs, optimizing client outcomes.

SECURE ONE CAPITAL

SENIOR CREDIT MANAGER (REMOTE)
05.2023 - 09.2023

Job overview

  • Inbound & outbound calls
  • Analyze clients financial situation
  • Qualify client for a personal loan, HELOC, or debt settlement, finding the best available option to fit their unique situation

Real Estate Investor

RENOVATION PROJECT MANAGER - HOME RENOVATION
12.2020 - 02.2021

Job overview

  • Oversaw Renovation Project, Hired Contractors & Team, Managed Renovation Budget, Negotiated Costs, Selected Most Durable Materials While Still Being Cost-Effective, Chose Design Aesthetic, DIY Kitchen Cabinetry Prep & Paint, Mounted New Light Fixtures, Purchased Materials, Flooring, Appliances, Light Fixtures, Hardware, Paint, Etc., Coordinated with Contractors, Resolved Unexpected Obstacles Throughout Project

ZENS TEA HOUSE ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CENTER

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SALES
06.2019 - 11.2020

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOTORCYCLES

MARKETING MANAGER/EVENT COORDINATOR
06.2017 - 11.2017

Job overview

  • Content creation for social media and marketing
  • Developed and maintained relations with social influencers and vendors within the motorcycle industry to promote the dealership
  • Advertise business with the use of Google AdWords, flyers, Facebook ads, Instagram, Yelp, press releases, and collaboration with social influencers
  • Prepared budgets and cost estimates for hosting events
  • Negotiated costs for venues
  • Scheduled staff and volunteers for events
  • Photoshop usage for updating weekly newsletter
  • Newsletter and social media content creation
  • Monitored data from various platforms to consolidate into weekly analytics report
  • Conducted interviews (phone/in-person)
  • Collaborated with graphic designer, assigned daily tasks
  • Event planning.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOTORCYCLES

SALES REPRESENTATIVE
11.2016 - 06.2017

AMERICAN INCOME LIFE INSURANCE

LIFE, ACCIDENT, HEALTH SUPERVISING AGENT
02.2016 - 09.2016

Job overview

  • Memorized 7-page sales script
  • Sales presentations
  • Appointment setting
  • Customized tailored programs based on clients' need and situation
  • Conducted phone interviews
  • Attended weekly advanced training
  • Trained/mentored new agents
  • Supervised trainees during their presentations, provided feedback to help them improve
  • Hosted group training classes (10-15 trainees)
  • Assisted in hosting weekly group meetings
  • Conveyed need for the products based on clients unique situation
  • Collected clients oral specimen for drug tests
  • Qualified clients throughout presentation and application process
  • Analyzed existing insurance policy holders life circumstances to make personalized recommendations for any policy changes that may benefit the client
  • Recruited new agents.
  • Established a culture of continuous learning within the agency, promoting professional development and career growth opportunities for team members.
  • Organized ongoing training sessions to keep the team updated on industry developments, enabling them to provide the best possible advice to clients.

BAZIL CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH

SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR, P.A., FRONT/BACK OFFICE
04.2015 - 04.2016

Job overview

  • Conducted research and developed marketing plan, event coordination at various venues including country clubs, car shows, and farmers markets
  • Set up raffle giveaways at various local businesses
  • Sales, chiropractic health care knowledge, perform spinal exams and massages, set up at various events, appointment setting, data entry, filing, medical room preparation, treat patients with heat and lumbar therapy, process x-rays.

Education

CSULB
, Long Beach, CA

B.A. Environmental Science & Policy
05.2022

University Overview

Honor Roll

Relevant Coursework:

  • GIS
  • Land Use Planning
  • Environmental Law & Policy (NEPA & CEQA)
  • CA Environmental Issues
  • Research Methods (Statistical Data Analysis, Excel)
  • People Agents of Environmental Change
  • Environmental Issues on World Economy
  • Fundamentals of Design
  • Sales
  • Macro & Microeconomics
  • Business Calculus
  • Psychology, Sociology, Positive Psychology
  • Public Speaking
  • Intra & Interpersonal Communications

Skills

  • Loan Origination & Processing
  • Residential & Business Purpose Lending
  • Well Versed in DSCR, Fix & Flip, Ground Up Construction, Bank Statement P&L Only, Asset-Based Lending, Hard Money, FHA, Conventional, VA, HECM Reverse Mortgage Loans
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, CRM & Lending Pad
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Interior Design
  • Renovation Project Management
  • Analyzing Real Estate Deals Calculating Cap Rate
  • GIS Proficiency
  • AI Utilization for Automating Systems & Processes
  • Event Planning & Coordination
  • Organization
  • Cost/Benefit Analysis
  • Research & Data Analysis
  • Photography, Cinematography, & Editing
  • Relationship Building & Networking
  • Website Design & Development
  • Customer Service
  • Branch Operations Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Business Development

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Certification

  • Loan Originator License NMLS, 2422100
  • Real Estate Salesperson License DRE 02214259
  • Life, Accident, Health Insurance Agent - Expired
  • CA M1 Driver's License
  • Open Water Scuba Certified

Internships + Voluteer Work

  • City Fabrik - Surveying, Data Collection for Proposed Urban Development & Green Space Projects in Long Beach - 2022
  • Long Beach Organics - Cinematography, Photography, Video Editing, Interviews, Social Media Management, Content Creation, Organic Gardening - 2021, 2022
  • Explore Ocean Literacy Center - 3/9/2015-4/9/2015
  • Volunteer at Be The Match Foundation Nation Marrow Donor Program - 2015
  • Beach Cleanups
  • Animal Rescue & Foster
  • Garden Landscaping - Fountain Valley High School

Hobbies

  • Yoga
  • Hiking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Motorcycle Racing
  • Golfing
  • Dancing
  • Gardening
  • Reading
  • Traveling
  • Playing Piano

Timeline

BRANCH MANAGER MORTGAGE BROKER (REMOTE)

West Capital Lending
01.2024 - Current

SENIOR CREDIT MANAGER (REMOTE)

SECURE ONE CAPITAL
05.2023 - 09.2023

MORTGAGE BROKER (REMOTE)

SCM ADVISORS
08.2022 - 12.2023

RENOVATION PROJECT MANAGER - HOME RENOVATION

Real Estate Investor
12.2020 - 02.2021

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SALES

ZENS TEA HOUSE ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CENTER
06.2019 - 11.2020

MARKETING MANAGER/EVENT COORDINATOR

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOTORCYCLES
06.2017 - 11.2017

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOTORCYCLES
11.2016 - 06.2017

LIFE, ACCIDENT, HEALTH SUPERVISING AGENT

AMERICAN INCOME LIFE INSURANCE
02.2016 - 09.2016

SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR, P.A., FRONT/BACK OFFICE

BAZIL CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH
04.2015 - 04.2016

CSULB

B.A. Environmental Science & Policy
  • Loan Originator License NMLS, 2422100
  • Real Estate Salesperson License DRE 02214259
  • Life, Accident, Health Insurance Agent - Expired
  • CA M1 Driver's License
  • Open Water Scuba Certified
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