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Grayson Cook

St. Petersburg,FL

Summary

Results-driven financial advisor with expertise in financial planning, investment strategies, and client relationship management. Seeking to leverage my financial analysis and advisory skills in a challenging role, helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial objectives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Analyst

Raymond James Financial: CentraVest
05.2022 - 09.2024
  • Provide expert financial advice to clients, tailoring comprehensive financial plans to meet individual needs and goals.
  • Offer data-driven investment recommendations and strategies based on in-depth financial analysis, market trends, and risk assessments.
  • Advise clients on retirement planning, optimizing contributions to retirement accounts, and securing long-term financial stability.
  • Collaborate with tax professionals to create tax-efficient strategies, minimizing liabilities and maximizing deductions.
  • Manage client relationships, consistently ensuring satisfaction and long-term retention.

Key Achievements:

  • Achieved a 20% increase in client portfolio growth within the first year through customized investment strategies.
  • Improved tax efficiency for clients by implementing advanced planning strategies, resulting in an average 15% savings on tax liabilities.

Loan Officer

Paramount Residential Mortgage Group
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Conducted client interviews to assess financial needs and provide suitable mortgage solutions.
  • Coordinated with third-party vendors to streamline real estate transactions, ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations.
  • Analyzed credit reports and financial documents to structure loans that align with clients' qualifications and needs.
  • Supported project management initiatives, ensuring timely and accurate execution of mortgage loans.

Key Achievements:

  • Processed and approved over $10 million in loans, contributing to a 10% year-over-year growth for the company.
  • Developed a streamlined process for client onboarding, reducing processing time by 25%.

Loan Officer Assistant

Milestone Mortgage Corp
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Prepared loan documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with underwriting standards.
  • Assisted clients through the loan application process, resolving inquiries and providing timely updates.
  • Updated CRM platforms and provided essential administrative support, improving team efficiency.

Key Achievements:

  • Assisted in closing over $1 million in loans, maintaining a 100% client satisfaction rate.
  • Reduced document processing time by 30% through improved workflow management.

Management Trainee

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, managing rental experiences and exceeding client expectations.
  • Analyzed market conditions and competitor offerings to optimize pricing and sales strategies.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets by 15% or more, fostering strong customer relationships.

Key Achievements:

  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by 10% through proactive service and personalized client interaction.
  • Increased rental conversion rates by 15%, contributing to a 20% revenue growth for the location.

Education

MBA - Finance

Louisianna State University
11.2024

Master of Science - Entrepreneurship

Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL
05.2020

Skills

  • Report Preparation
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Funds distribution
  • Variance Analysis
  • Business Growth and Retention
  • Risk Management
  • Compliance
  • Oracle
  • SQL

Certification

Series 7: General Securities

Series 66: Uniform Combined State Law

Florida 2-15: Life, Health and Variable Annuities

Timeline

Financial Analyst

Raymond James Financial: CentraVest
05.2022 - 09.2024

Loan Officer

Paramount Residential Mortgage Group
10.2021 - 04.2022

Loan Officer Assistant

Milestone Mortgage Corp
10.2020 - 10.2021

Management Trainee

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
01.2019 - 12.2019

MBA - Finance

Louisianna State University

Master of Science - Entrepreneurship

Florida Gulf Coast University

Series 7: General Securities

Series 66: Uniform Combined State Law

Florida 2-15: Life, Health and Variable Annuities

Grayson Cook