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Keith Smith

Jackson,MO

Summary

Committed salesperson with 20 years of experience engaging key decision-makers to boost sales. Seasoned expert at developing fruitful relationships and offering in-depth client education on products. Self-motivated and confident with talent for growing current accounts, driving profits and exceeding customer expectations.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner

Bootheel Heating and Cooling
East Prairie, MO
2002 - 2016
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.

Agency Sales Manager-Mississippi County-Cape County

Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance Company
, MO
2016 - 03.2024
  • Expanded business with existing client base and built new client relationships.
  • Evaluated client needs and prepared focused plans and presentations to grow accounts and profits.
  • Communicated with clients and responded to questions.
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.

Agency Owner/Sales Agent

Smith Insurance Agency
Jackson, MO
05.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive insurance plans for clients according to their individual needs.
  • Assessed customer risk levels and recommended appropriate coverage options.
  • Conducted research to identify competitive rates and benefits offered by other providers.
  • Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.

Education

High School Diploma -

East Prairie High School
East Prairie, MO
05.1992

Some College (No Degree) - General

University of Mississippi
University, MS

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Sales Program Coordination
  • Sales Quota Management

Timeline

Agency Owner/Sales Agent

Smith Insurance Agency
05.2023 - Current

Business Owner

Bootheel Heating and Cooling
2002 - 2016

Agency Sales Manager-Mississippi County-Cape County

Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance Company
2016 - 03.2024

High School Diploma -

East Prairie High School

Some College (No Degree) - General

University of Mississippi
Keith Smith