Jamel Ferreira
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Results driven sales and business development professional with 10+ years of experience in financial services, retail and B2B markets. Proven track record of expanding client portfolios, strengthening C-suite and institutional relationships, and delivering innovative payment solutions that drive measurable revenue growth. Recognized for executing high impact sales strategies that increase profitability, market share and client value.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Merchant Specialist
Bank of America
06.2025 - Current
- Drive adoption of the firm’s payments ecosystem by delivering tailored, client centric solutions that improve integration and support sustainable growth.
- Act as a strategic advisor to Relationship Managers and Market Executives, strengthening portfolios and advancing business development initiatives.
- Own end to end RFP/RFI responses and lead training seminars and partner engagement sessions that elevate team effectiveness and deepen client relationships.
- Recognized as the top Merchant Specialist nationwide for outstanding performance.
Merchant Consultant
Bank of America
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Developed a 95M pipeline by leveraging a consultative approach across healthcare, retail, restaurant, and B2B sectors.
- Delivered tailored payment solutions, increasing merchant adoption and contributing to double-digit portfolio revenue growth.
- Balanced revenue targets with risk management, pricing optimization, and merchant processing expertise, improving client satisfaction scores.
Product Consultant & Marketing Specialist
Bank of America
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Partnered with senior leadership to design targeted sales strategies and product pitches, achieving high client adoption rates.
- Directed cross functional teams to create marketing tools and sales materials that improved engagement and accelerated deal closures.
- Supported new product launches, including building sales training programs that improved readiness across multiple business units.
Relationship Manager & Credit Solution Advisor
Bank of America
04.2017 - 04.2020
- Grew business portfolios by introducing advanced technology solutions that enhanced digital adoption and client experience.
- Strengthened client relationships across multiple sectors, resulting in measurable revenue growth and improved retention.
- Provided customized financial strategies aligned to client goals, driving sustainable business development outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Marketing
Lehman College
New YorkBachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Lehman College
NY12-2025
Associate of Science - Math And Computer Science
LaGuardia Community College
NY12-2024
Skills
- Client Advisory & Relationship Management
- Contract Structuring, Oversight & Negotiation
- Cross-Functional Partner Engagement
- Data Analysis & Reporting (Advanced Excel)
- Multilingual: English, Spanish, Portuguese
- Payments Strategy & Ecosystem Enablement
- Risk, Compliance & Regulatory Alignment
- Sales Growth, Pipeline Development & Deal Execution
Certification
- Certified Project Management
- Data Visualization: Empowering Business with Effective Insights
- Foundations of Digital Marketing and eCommerce
- Strategic Sales Management Specialization
Accomplishments
- President’s Award for Academic Excellence (2025).
- Dean’s List – Recognized for all terms (2025).
- Summa Cum Laude – Graduated with highest GPA distinction (2025).
- Bank of America Employee of the Month (January 2026)– Recognized for outstanding client service and performance.
- Top Performer (Ongoing)– Consistently exceeded sales targets and portfolio growth.
Timeline
Merchant Specialist
Bank of America
06.2025 - Current
Merchant Consultant
Bank of America
11.2022 - 06.2025
Product Consultant & Marketing Specialist
Bank of America
04.2020 - 11.2022
Relationship Manager & Credit Solution Advisor
Bank of America
04.2017 - 04.2020
Master of Science - Marketing
Lehman College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Lehman College
Associate of Science - Math And Computer Science
LaGuardia Community College