Jaquan Tillman
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished Business Development Manager with solid record directing sales and marketing activities. Persuasive negotiator with diplomatic communication style and relationship-building expertise. Collaborative professional committed to providing clients with reasonable, business-smart solutions to common issues.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager
Nouveau Capital Group
Houston, TX
06.2022 - Current
- Developed strong client relationships through regular communication and follow-ups.
- Facilitated negotiations with clients to secure favorable contract terms and agreements.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to meet customer needs and increase revenue.
- Collaborated with team members to improve customer service strategies.
Life Insurance Agent
American Life Insurance
Houston, Texas
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Educated clients on life insurance products and policy options.
- Assisted clients in completing insurance applications and required documentation.
- Conducted policy reviews to ensure coverage met client needs and expectations.
- Collaborated with underwriters to assess risk factors and determine policy eligibility.
Togo/Server
Gringos Tex Mex
Cypress, TX
03.2014 - 07.2021
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Completed opening and closing checklists to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
- Increased beverage sales with food and drink pairing suggestions to suit unique customer preferences.
- Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Student Employment Office
Prairie View A&M University Testing Department
Prairie View, TX
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
- Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
- Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
- Shadowed professionals to understand industry and operations.
- Answered office phone to direct inquiries to appropriate individuals.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Univeristy of Houston
Houston12-2021
Timeline
Business Development Manager
Nouveau Capital Group
06.2022 - Current
Life Insurance Agent
American Life Insurance
07.2021 - 05.2022
Student Employment Office
Prairie View A&M University Testing Department
08.2016 - 05.2017
Togo/Server
Gringos Tex Mex
03.2014 - 07.2021
BBA - Business Administration
Univeristy of Houston