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Johnny Batten

Florence,SC

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Collector

Makotek
Florence , SC
01.2024 - Current
  • Followed up on unpaid accounts using telephone calls, emails, mailings, or personal visits.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies when conducting field collections activities.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding collection issues.

Supervision Specialist

Austin Wilkes Society
Florence , SC
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures, including safety regulations.
  • Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.

Career Sabbatical

Self Employed Services
Florence , SC
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Communicate with employers to learn more about their organization while exploring potential fit within their organization.
  • Explored the opportunity to return to school to gain additional certifications to make myself attractive to employers in a new field.

Direct Sales Representative

Spectrum Communications, Bright House Networks
Florence SC , SC
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for achieving goals.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company's products and services.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer base.

Life Insurance Producer

Bankers Life/ Assurance Prudential
Florence , SC
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Participated in continuing education courses related to life insurance regulations and compliance standards.
  • Reviewed applications for accuracy prior to submission to underwriters for approval.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement in product offerings or services provided.

Outside Sales Representative

Spectrum Bright House
August, ME
01.2019 - 07.2020
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email.
  • Met regularly with team members to discuss progress towards goals.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.

Residence Life Consultant

South Carolina Governors School
Hartsville, SC
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • Assisted the Dean of Students in training all 18 professional and paraprofessional staff living with students
  • Investigated incidents, determined root causes, and implemented corrective actions.

Life Insurance Producer

Bankers Life/ Combined Insurance
Florence , South Carolina
08.2015 - 07.2018
  • Worked with a client to save over $50K annually in expected medication costs by switching prescription drug plans after completing a detailed review of the Medicare Advantage plan.
  • Set up policies and completed all documentation.

Director of Campus Life

South Carolina Governor's School
Hartsville , South Carolina
07.2010 - 06.2015
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Residence Life Coordinator

South Carolina Governor's School
Hartsville , South Carolina
08.2006 - 08.2010
  • Cultivated collaborative relationships with campus partners to maximize program outcomes and enhance the residential experience. •
  • • Provided support to resident advisors regarding individual cases or issues, displaying effective conflict resolution techniques.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
03-2010

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Maine
Presque Isle, ME
05-2000

Skills

  • Customer negotiation
  • Issue investigation
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Relationship building
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Teamwork orientation
  • Active listening

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Field Collector

Makotek
01.2024 - Current

Supervision Specialist

Austin Wilkes Society
12.2023 - 08.2024

Career Sabbatical

Self Employed Services
10.2022 - 12.2023

Direct Sales Representative

Spectrum Communications, Bright House Networks
03.2022 - 10.2022

Life Insurance Producer

Bankers Life/ Assurance Prudential
08.2020 - 08.2021

Outside Sales Representative

Spectrum Bright House
01.2019 - 07.2020

Residence Life Consultant

South Carolina Governors School
08.2018 - 12.2018

Life Insurance Producer

Bankers Life/ Combined Insurance
08.2015 - 07.2018

Director of Campus Life

South Carolina Governor's School
07.2010 - 06.2015

Residence Life Coordinator

South Carolina Governor's School
08.2006 - 08.2010

Master of Science - Psychology

Walden University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Maine
Johnny Batten