James J Connor Jr
Fort Myer,FL
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Furnishing Consultant
Kanes Furniture
07.2022 - 12.2025
- Provided customers with detailed information on products and services offered by the company.
- Participated in training sessions to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Advised clients on interior design concepts, color schemes, fabrics and textures.
- Provided expert advice on furniture maintenance and care to enhance product longevity.
Loan Officer
Lake Michigan Credit Union
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Assist clients to establish what type of mortgage, prepare documents to send to clients, and keep records of all correspondence.
- Determine what documentation is necessary for the particular loan and request documents from clients.
- Add documents to loan file and prepare the loan for the processing department.
- Involved in the process as it goes from processing through underwriting.
- Contact clients regarding loan approval or required documents and collect the information.
- Work with closing department and Title Company to ensure a smooth closing.
Loan Officer
Shore Capital LLC
07.2019 - 09.2019
Loan Officer
Primary Residential Mortgage Inc.
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Originated, reviewed, processed, closed, and administered customer loan proposals.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of bank records and client information.
- Submitted loan applications to underwriter for verification and recommendations.
- Examined customer loan applications for loan approvals and denials.
Loan Officer
Valley National Bank
09.2018 - 03.2019
Loan Officer
TIAA Bank
04.2018 - 09.2018
Loan Officer
Florida Community Bank
05.2012 - 04.2018
- Soliciting Realtors, builders, and financial planners to develop new business in the mortgage division.
- Worked closely with clients from initial meeting through closing.
Home Furnishing Consultant
Crest Furniture Inc. DBA Value City Furniture
11.2012 - 03.2012
Home Furnishings Sales Consultant
Raymour and Flanigan
08.2008 - 10.2011
- Helped guests determine the style and amount of furniture to meet their financial needs.
- Built customer rapport and long-term relationships.
- Met goals and deadlines with a proven follow-up plan.
- Generated leads through current and past contacts.
- Ranked #1 in store and #3 in New England region for dollar volume at annual Friends and Family event.
- Completed company training at Raymour and Flanigan University including Gers and CAD design programs.
- 100% commission-based role requiring self-driven business development.
Senior Loan Officer
TIB Bank
01.2008 - 05.2008
- Originated residential mortgages from Realtors, builders and previous clients.
- Pre-qualified clients through Lee County branches.
- Collected documentation and ensured disclosures were signed.
- Left due to internal guideline instability affecting loan officers.
Senior Loan Officer – Mortgage Sales
Wells Fargo/WCI Mortgage
09.2003 - 10.2007
- Solicited residential mortgages from Realtors, builders, financial professionals, past customers and other sources.
- Produced loans using conforming, non-conforming, FHA, and VA guidelines.
- Managed clients from initial meeting through closing.
- Cross-sold WCI Title to streamline the process.
- Capture rate: 83% | Customer satisfaction: 97%
- Top Producer (Volume & Capture Rate): 2004, 2005, 2006
Senior Sales Assistant
Mutual of Omaha Bank
04.2012 - 11.2012
- Assist Senior Loan Officer in all aspects of the loan process.
- Work with clients from the origination through the closing of the loan.
Home Furnishing Consultant
America Signature Furniture
12.2024 - 03.2025
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Johnson And Wales University
Providence, RI08.1989
Skills
- Flooring selection
- Fabrics
- Furniture selection
- Artwork selection
- Color coordination
Affiliations
- Art House Foundation, Board Member (1999)
- Helps expose local and national artists to the public in Southwest Florida and advance the arts throughout Florida.
Interests
Reading, The Arts, Collecting art, Architecture and design
Timeline
Home Furnishing Consultant
America Signature Furniture
12.2024 - 03.2025
Home Furnishing Consultant
Kanes Furniture
07.2022 - 12.2025
Loan Officer
Lake Michigan Credit Union
05.2021 - 04.2022
Loan Officer
Primary Residential Mortgage Inc.
09.2019 - 08.2020
Loan Officer
Shore Capital LLC
07.2019 - 09.2019
Loan Officer
Valley National Bank
09.2018 - 03.2019
Loan Officer
TIAA Bank
04.2018 - 09.2018
Home Furnishing Consultant
Crest Furniture Inc. DBA Value City Furniture
11.2012 - 03.2012
Loan Officer
Florida Community Bank
05.2012 - 04.2018
Senior Sales Assistant
Mutual of Omaha Bank
04.2012 - 11.2012
Home Furnishings Sales Consultant
Raymour and Flanigan
08.2008 - 10.2011
Senior Loan Officer
TIB Bank
01.2008 - 05.2008
Senior Loan Officer – Mortgage Sales
Wells Fargo/WCI Mortgage
09.2003 - 10.2007
Bachelor of Science - Management
Johnson And Wales University