Ivan Griffin
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Seasoned nonprofit leader and Business Development Executive with over 10 years of management experience, adept at driving revenue growth. Proven track record at Pathway Financial Education, showcasing skills in strategic planning and networking and currently training a group of nonprofit Executive Directors in leadership development. Excels in leadership (soft skill) and financial advising (hard skill), achieving significant client base expansion.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Executive
Pathway Financial Education
Kansas City, MO
08.2024 - Current
- Responsible for developing and implementing business development strategies to increase customer base and revenue growth for both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
- Responsible for educating entrepreneurs in the areas of financial literacy, business acumen, and accessing capital.
- Network with entrepreneur support organizations to create resources and opportunities for clients.
- Conferred with management to offer feedback on operations.
Business Development Officer
AltCap
Kansas City, MO
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Responsible for educating entrepreneurs regarding the various types of capital, and helping them improve their business acumen in order to secure capital.
- Managed lead generation and sourcing, utilization of entrepreneurial ecosystems to help applicants prepare financial documents, and assessing the creditworthiness of prospects.
Tool Rental Manager
Home Depot
Kansas City, MO
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Networked with and built relationships with remodeling and construction companies, as well as property investors, to provide the resources needed to complete their projects.
- Developed and implemented a plan to increase sales, reduce and limit loss, and thus increase the profitability of the rental business.
- Drove standards that produce the desired success metrics through training staff.
Construction & Remodeling Specialist
Tradesmen International
Kansas City, KS
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Commercial construction and residential remodeling
- Work with a team to erect new structures
CA Manager
City Union Mission
Kansas City, MO
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with a staff of Case Managers to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Networked with community organizations to recruit and train a volunteer staff to mentor men who were leaving the care of City Union Mission.
- Built relationships with companies and organizations in the community to help find employment for clients.
Commercial Insurance Agent
RBE Insurance
Kansas City, MO
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Networked with business owners and non-profit organizations to offer solutions for their insurance needs
- Evaluated their business to determine their coverage needs
Loan Officer
Various Mortgage Branch Affiliates
Kansas City, MO
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Networked with various professionals to prospect for new business
- Worked with Property Investors to help them with financing options for their investment deals
- Educated, advised, and guided potential borrowers through the loan process
- Interviewed applicants to determine financial eligibility and evaluate credit worthiness
- Processed loan packages
Financial Advisor
Waddell & Reed
Kansas City, MO
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Offered fee-based financial advice, assessed financial needs and constructed personalized financial plans to help clients achieve their short and long-term investment goals
- Networked with other professionals for referrals
Assistant Manager
Osco Drug
Kansas City, MO
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Managed day-to-day operations
- Hired and trained staff
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Physical Science (A Study of Physics & Chemistry)
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KSSkills
- Former Chairman and President of Black Americans for Life
- Founder and Chairman of the Lawrence C Griffin Sr, Christian Academy
- 10 years of management experience in all levels of management
- Business Development
- Financial Advisor
Timeline
Business Development Executive
Pathway Financial Education
08.2024 - Current
Business Development Officer
AltCap
01.2021 - 01.2024
Tool Rental Manager
Home Depot
01.2019 - 01.2021
Construction & Remodeling Specialist
Tradesmen International
01.2018 - 01.2019
CA Manager
City Union Mission
01.2011 - 01.2018
Commercial Insurance Agent
RBE Insurance
01.2007 - 01.2010
Financial Advisor
Waddell & Reed
01.2004 - 01.2006
Loan Officer
Various Mortgage Branch Affiliates
01.2003 - 01.2008
Assistant Manager
Osco Drug
01.2000 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science Degree - Physical Science (A Study of Physics & Chemistry)
Kansas State University
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