John Griffin
Director of Investment
Woodbury,Minnesota
Summary
Expertise in large-scale volume production, trade agreements, financial management, capturing showcase share, client benefit, teacher supervision, and staff advancement. High levels of polished ability, astuteness, and excitement are supported by strong interpersonal and communication skills. Able to assess people and respond to their implicit requirements and individual needs. Strong entrepreneurial spirit to manage start-up operations, develop key clients, launch cost-effective strategies, and expand client administrations to maximize competitive advantage. Proficient, capable, and qualified with a demonstrated ability for flexibility in involvement and talent. Created and expanded business by establishing a solid reputation based on exemplary customer benefits. Talented in all areas of operations, academic advancement, and client relations, as well as in chance administration, complete P&L responsibility, budgeting, finance, and public relations. Complete Trade Advancement results.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Investments
Keller Williams
Vadnais Heights, MN
07.2017 - Current
- Oversee the performance of over $5,000,000 real estate investment portfolio and its team of property agents, restoration & remodeling teams and professional construction staff.
- Ensure progress towards company objectives concerning P&L, operational efficiencies, and growth potential of our investment properties.
- Provide strategic operational support to entire team.
- Serve as liaison between senior executives, ownership and property team providing regular updates on performance.
- Implement policies and procedures to insure smooth operations while always striving to improve efficiency.
- Help determine and oversee appropriate capital improvements and tenant renovations of properties.
- Review CMA’s and assist in approving investment and sales opportunities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
Business Benefits Strategist
Principal Financial Services
Lake Elmo, MN
11.2019 - Current
- Successful and experienced sales professionals in group benefits Insurance industry who possess unique and valuable experience learning all sides of sales.
- Effectively builds loyalty of long-term relationships with customers, developed 25 new customers in first 6 months.
- Focused on balance on consistently exceeding sales goals by maintaining profitable book business.
- Establish great profitable book of business.
- Excelled at working on external sales heavy emphasis on building loyalty with both business customers along with insured customers.
- Perform numerous finalist presentations for small and large group cases as lead presenter.
- Calculated focus on customer service Excellence before during and after sale.
Director of Operations
Blu Ice Cryo Spa
Woodbury, MN
02.2016 - 02.2019
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
- Increased company revenue by $450,000 in ]2 yr through aggressive new market strategies.
- Prioritized and allocated valuable resources to meet business targets.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills
Varsity Football Coach
EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
Woodbury, MN
01.2014 - Current
- Develop, train and coach players to maximize their talents, achieve goals.
- Introduced Team Leadership Development Program that teaches 5 Modules of Leadership – Team, School, Community, Family and Personal that has translated into Multiple Minnesota State AAAAAA Football playoff appearances.
- 6 Section Championship Games
- 2 Section Championship 2014 & 2015
- 2 State Championship Tournament Appearances 2014 & 2015
- State Championship Game 2015
- State Championship 2nd place finish 2015A
- Coached 10 All Conference Offensive Lineman
- Coached 5 All State Lineman
- Coached 15 All Academic Lineman
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in all players.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results
Director of Operations
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEN’S LACROSSE
Minneapolis, MN
01.2012 - 06.2017
- Develop and expand University of Minnesota Men's Lacrosse Team to move program from club to NCAA Division 1 status.
- Implemented internship program for lacrosse players.
- Created game day experience similar to Division 1 Football programs.
- Organize lacrosse camps, apparel sales and concession for games.
- Coordinate fund raising programs to raise funds to bring program to NCAA Division 1 level.
Owner/President
GRIFFIN BAIL BONDS, INC
St Paul, MN
01.2001 - 07.2015
- Owned and operated successful Insurance agency specializing in surety insurance products. Supervised administrative in house staff of 10 people and developed 25
Statewide Area Insurance Agents that realized steady business growth of 15% every year over 10 year period. - Develop underwriting guidelines for company with emphasis on increasing agent production, mitigating loss ratios and raising revenue premiums.
- Recruit, interview, hire and train agents and office staff to drive sales and marketing strategies.
- Implemented comprehensive in-depth computer training program and field management development procedures.
- Build partnerships with insurance agents and attorneys to increase annual revenues.
- Oversee daily operational duties such as: Underwriting, Marketing, Sales, Accounts Receivable and Agent Development.
Varsity Football Offensive Line Coach
WOODBURY HIGH SCHOOL
Woodbury, MN
10.1995 - 11.2014
- Operations 1995 - 2012 Develop, train and coach players to maximize their talents, achieve goals.
- Introduced Team Leadership Development Program that teaches 5 Modules of Leadership – Team, School, Community, Family and Faith that translated into winning 1998 Minnesota State AAAAA Football Championship.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
Director of Operations
WOODBURY ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
Woodbury, MN
01.1998 - 01.2013
- Developed and guided new program into one of State of Minnesota’s Premier Youth Football Programs.
- Implemented fund raising program that generated over $100,000 in 4 years.
- Established and built relationships with Nike, Riddell and Adidas.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY of MINNESOTA DULUTH
Duluth, MNSome College (No Degree) - Business Administration
ROCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Rochester, MnSkills
- Company Policies
- Sales Activities
- Relationship-Building Skills
- Strong Communication
- Experience In Sales
- Effective Selling Strategies
- Marketing And Sales
- Staff Development
- Lead Team
- New Business Acquisition
- Consultative Selling
- Complex Sales
- Strategic Networking
Accomplishments
- Certified Real Estate Agent KAPLAN
- Life Agent, Property and Casualty Broker Agent
- KAPLAN Certified Appraiser.
Affiliations
Professional Realtors Association
Minnesota Insurance Association
Minnesota Appraisal Association
Additional Information
- HONORS & AWARDS - Gold Club Award - One Community Award - Industry Impact Award - NJCAA All American Football Award
- CAREER HIGHLIGHTS President of the MNPBA Developed 35 agents across the state of Minnesota - Developing Division I Lacrosse Program Implemented - Character Development Program - State Championship Football Coach - State Championship Tournament Coach - All American Football Award - Developed 10 Division I Football Players - Developed 35 Division II Players - Developed 75 Division III Players
Timeline
Business Benefits Strategist
Principal Financial Services
11.2019 - Current
Director of Investments
Keller Williams
07.2017 - Current
Director of Operations
Blu Ice Cryo Spa
02.2016 - 02.2019
Varsity Football Coach
EAST RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
01.2014 - Current
Director of Operations
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEN’S LACROSSE
01.2012 - 06.2017
Owner/President
GRIFFIN BAIL BONDS, INC
01.2001 - 07.2015
Director of Operations
WOODBURY ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
01.1998 - 01.2013
Varsity Football Offensive Line Coach
WOODBURY HIGH SCHOOL
10.1995 - 11.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY of MINNESOTA DULUTH
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
ROCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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