Jack Lester
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Dedicated and ambitious individual seeking an Early Career position with opportunities for learning and growth in the field of Agribusiness Sales. With a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Food & Life Sciences and a successful internship experience with customer service and turf management. I am eager to leverage my communication, collaboration and negotiation skills with creativity in order to drive sales and business growth. I am ready to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals by building and maintaining relationships with customers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
AAA Insurance Sales Agent
AAA
Lowell, AR
06.2024 - Current
- Sourced leads, developed and prospected continuously through networking.
- Advised clients on coverage amounts needed based on individual circumstances.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding product availability or pricing.
Customer Service & Landscape Maintence
Golf Mountain Mini Golf
Fayetteville, AR
05.2022 - Current
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Turf & Grounds Intern FTEE 300V; Summer 2023
Golf Mountain Mini Golf
Lowell, AR
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Worked effectively in team to make the workplace more productive.
Golf Cart Attendant
Pinnacle Country Club
Rogers, AR
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Inspected returned golf carts for damage or missing parts before returning them to stock.
- Washed, detailed and removed trash from carts to prepare for next use.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality service.
Golf Cart Attendant
Paradise Valley Golf and Racquet Club
Fayetteville, AR
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Inspected returned golf carts for damage or missing parts before returning them to stock.
- Worked closely with staff members in order to maintain efficient workflow.
- Assisted with loading, unloading heavy items onto, from the back of golf carts.
- Managed the staging area, organizing carts for easy access and distribution.
- Managed golf cart inventory, ensuring availability for peak times.
- Assisted in setting up for golf tournaments and special events.
- Collected balls and baskets on driving range and loaded ball machines.
- Served guests with enthusiastic, helpful demeanor to promote positive, memorable experiences.
Golf Cart Attendant
Fayetteville Country Club
Fayetteville, AR
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked closely w/ the Assistant and Golf Pro to assure a smooth transition for members and their guest around the club
- Primary responsibility falls on service to members, efficiency of cart loading, cart cleanliness, staging, and storing
- Listening skills and an eagerness to provide excellent service.
Education
B. A. - Agricultural Business
Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, University of Arkansas
05.2024
Skills
- Self-directed / Self-motivated
- Respectful / Dependable
- Excellent communicator and negotitor
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Great Planning, Organization and execution skills
- Ability to motivate / Adaptable
- Rapport Building / Customer Relationships
- Ability and willingness to seek out work and the drive to accomplish goals
- State Property & Casualty insurance license
- Respond to inquiries, calls and requests
- Lead prospecting /Cold-calling
Accomplishments
- State Property & Casualty Insurance License
- Kappa Sigma - Xi Chapter, Pledge Trainer, Spring 2022
- Spanish Club
- Member of Central United Methodist Church
Timeline
AAA Insurance Sales Agent
AAA
06.2024 - Current
Turf & Grounds Intern FTEE 300V; Summer 2023
Golf Mountain Mini Golf
05.2023 - 08.2023
Customer Service & Landscape Maintence
Golf Mountain Mini Golf
05.2022 - Current
Golf Cart Attendant
Pinnacle Country Club
05.2021 - 08.2021
Golf Cart Attendant
Paradise Valley Golf and Racquet Club
05.2020 - 08.2020
Golf Cart Attendant
Fayetteville Country Club
05.2019 - 08.2019
B. A. - Agricultural Business
Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, University of Arkansas