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Garrett Whitehurst

Madison,MS

Summary

Possesses skills in problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to serve. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director Sales Training and Career Development

Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance
03.2023 - Current
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.

Training & Career Development Advisor

Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Reviewed training delivery methods to optimize training effectiveness.
  • Promote production through allocation of resources and incentives.
  • Assist and offer additional materials to enhance training.


Senior Training Specialist

Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance
09.2018 - 09.2021
  • Effectively trained new agents on sales techniques and knowledge of the life insurance industry.

Insurance Advisor

MS Farm Bureau Insurance
09.2013 - 09.2018
  • Sought out new clientele through face-to-face contact, telephone conversations and email correspondence.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.
  • Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
12-2014

Skills

  • Leadership development
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Business strategy
  • Team building
  • Charismatic leader
  • Relationship building
  • Creativity and innovation

Accomplishments

Insurance Awards

  • Round Table Award Recipient: 2014, 2015, 2016
  • Winners Celebration Recipient: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
  • All Star Award Recipient: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
  • Sportsman Holiday Recipient: 2015, 2016
  • NAIFA Quality Award Recipient: 2017, 2018
  • Production Club Award Recipient: 2014, 2015, 2016
  • Production Ring Recipient: 2014, 2015, 2016
  • MS Farm Bureau Top 5 District Agent of the Year
  • Assigned Mentor to new agents: 2016


Personal Accomplishments:

  • Eagle Scout Award Recipient
  • Good Servant Award Recipient

Certification

  • Property & Casually Licensed; est. 2013
  • Chartered Life Underwriter Designation obtained February 2021
  • Financial Services Certified Professional designation obtained April 2017

Timeline

Director Sales Training and Career Development

Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance
03.2023 - Current

Training & Career Development Advisor

Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance
09.2021 - 03.2023

Senior Training Specialist

Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance
09.2018 - 09.2021

Insurance Advisor

MS Farm Bureau Insurance
09.2013 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Mississippi State University

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