Results-driven leader with positive attitude and passion for providing high-quality advice and guidance to clients. Proven ability to identify customer needs, resolve conflicts and build strong relationships. Possesses excellent problem-solving, communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dully Registered Advisor/Financial Planner
LPL Financial
03.2022 - Current
Built and maintained relationships with clients to provide ongoing support.
Facilitated communication and collaboration between departments to help improve processes allowing business to function smoothly.
Produced detailed reports outlining key issues and proposed solutions.
Provided guidance on marketing and sales strategies to help clients reach new customers and increase revenue.
Interviewed clients to better understand financial positions and assets ready for investment.
Provided specialized financial planning support for clients with diverse portfolios and individual needs.
Financial Planner
Stratos Wealth Partners
03.2021 - Current
Provided specialized financial planning support for clients with diverse portfolios and individual needs.
Drafted comprehensive financial plan to offer recommendations and supporting data.
Interviewed clients to determine current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial objectives, risk tolerance and other information needed to develop financial plan.
Coached and advised clients in business plans and processes to achieve profit objectives.
Presented financial plans and investment recommendations to clients.
Analyzed financial needs of clients and developed tailored strategies to meet goals.
Researched current economic trends and investment opportunities to stay abreast of financial markets.
Created financial models to analyze and evaluate investment strategies.
Updated clients on changes in tax laws and other regulations affecting investments.
Investment Advisor Representative
Prosperity Capital Advisors
02.2020 - 03.2021
Provided specialized financial planning support for clients with diverse portfolios and individual needs.
Answered clients' questions about purposes and details of financial plans and strategies.
Developed recommendations specific to client's financial situation on a variety of topics.
Coached and advised clients in business plans and processes to achieve profit objectives.
Presented financial plans to clients, developed investment recommendations, and helped clients make informed decisions about financial future.
Created financial models to analyze and evaluate investment strategies.
Drafted comprehensive financial plan to offer recommendations and supporting data.
Interviewed clients to determine current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial objectives, risk tolerance and other information needed to develop financial plan.
Senior Vice President
CLP Financial
01.2017 - 03.2021
Drove corporate revenue by creating strategies that fit perfectly with company's vision and mission.
Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
Networked with customers, prospects and partners at conferences.
Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
Developed initiative that increased financial planning gross revenue over two thousand percent.
Trained new and existing financial advisors. key strategic partners, and support staff on collaborative business growth through marketing strategies and initiatives.
Paraplanner/Retirement Services Representative
CLP Financial
07.2012 - 01.2017
Modeled financial data for staff and customer use.
Put together detailed insurance plans and retirement analysis for lead advisor and customers.
Completed research into complex financial topics.
Increased company revenue in annuity & insurance sales.
Prepared for meetings by gathering materials, reports and presentations.
Attended training courses to further knowledge and maximize understanding of current trends and strategies in retirement and insurance planning.
Networked with local community and businesses to promote financial services.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA
12.2009
Skills
Presentations and Public Speaking
Financial Planning
Investment Consulting & Planning
Stock Market Expertise & Understanding
Retirement Planning
Risk Management
Pipeline Management
Client Relations
Investment & Insurance Sales
Verbal and Written Communication
Analytical Thinking
Employee Motivation
Certification
Accredited Investment Fiduciary
FINRA Series 7
NASAA Series 63
NASAA Series 65
Life, Health, & Annuities
Affiliations
Association of Africa American Financial Advisors (Quad A)
National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA)
Association of Black Estate Planning Professionals (ABEPP)