Dedicated and organized financial professional with outstanding relationship-building and problem-solving skills. Driven to exceed expectations and operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Self-motivated team player adept at cultivating partnerships and building lasting relationships across all demographics and management levels. Dynamic and reliable with exceptional customer service and communication skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Advisor
Northwestern Mutual
04.2022 - Current
Answered clients' questions regarding details of financial plans and strategies and explained data in easy-to-understand terms.
Consulted with clients to assess and meet short- and long-term financial goal.
Developed and deepened relationships with new and existing clients to advance progress and improve business.
Interviewed clients to determine income, expenses, financial objectives and risk tolerance in order to develop successful financial plans.
Explained advantages and disadvantages of available financial products to customers to maximize satisfaction.
Provided recommendations for education funding, estate planning and insurance gap analysis.
Addressed non-compliance issues by requesting additional information from client and updating remediation records.
Provided ethical, objective and holistic financial planning advice to clients.
Facilitated client meetings with comprehensive investment strategy planning.
Advised on investment portfolios with 401k, pension and tax-sheltered annuity products.
Advised customers on advantages and disadvantages of different product decisions in alignment with individual needs.
Chief Operating Officer
Monarch Shipping Co LTD/ Teeters agency
09.2010 - 05.2022
Managed vessel scheduling
Maintained productive relationships and communication channels across organization.
Served as strategic advisor and functional expert on critical strategic and operational matters.
Led employees to develop high-performing diverse teams and deliver on ambitious goals and objectives.
Managed dry dock for vessel. Start to finish
Managed budget for each vessel (3)
Daily operations scheduling
Financial flow in and out
Safety and security manual creation and amendments
Supervisor of 73 crew on board and 23 employees on dockside
USCG laws and rules specialist
CFR rules specialist
Advisor to multiple vessels that reach the US ports to be USCG compliant
Hired, trained, evaluated and retained high-performing, effective and diverse team embodying organizational culture.
Developed operational policies and processes, guaranteeing staff maintained compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Stevedore
Teeters Agency & Stevedoring INC.
09.2003 - 09.2010
Coordinate the loading and unloading process on vessels
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Roofer/Waterproofer
K&M Roofing
12.2000 - 01.2003
Installed, repaired, and replaced single-ply roofing systems.
Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
Inspected problem roofs to determine best repair procedures.
Applied waterproofing agents to flat roofs
Installed and sealed windows and doors
Block Mason
Mark Rodriquez
04.1997 - 11.2000
Followed blueprints or drawings to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and door sills in freshly poured concrete to provide decorative finish.
Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
HVAC Installer
Cold Services
01.1995 - 03.1997
Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
Installed bypass dampers, low voltage wiring, smoke detectors, split systems, and package units in commercial or residential buildings.
Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
Education
No Degree - Home Inspector
InterNACHI
Online
08.2024
215 - Financial Planning And Services
State of Florida
Tallahassee, FL
06.2022
DPA - Merchant Marine Science
MPTUSA
Fort Lauderdale, FL
03.2007
ISM Safety Management - Marine Maintenance And Ship Repair
MPTUSA
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.2007
Skills
Mutual funds understanding
Funding education
Stock market expertise
Increasing savings
Developing financial plans
Managing wealth
Understanding tax law
Analytical
Organizational skills
Friendly, positive attitude
People skills
Training & development
HVAC Maintenance
Landscaping Knowledge
Electrical Troubleshooting
Flooring Installation
Masonry Work
Power Tool Operation
Carpentry
Painting
Repair Work
Woodworking
Repairing Pipes and Fixtures
Timeline
Financial Advisor
Northwestern Mutual
04.2022 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
Monarch Shipping Co LTD/ Teeters agency
09.2010 - 05.2022
Stevedore
Teeters Agency & Stevedoring INC.
09.2003 - 09.2010
Roofer/Waterproofer
K&M Roofing
12.2000 - 01.2003
Block Mason
Mark Rodriquez
04.1997 - 11.2000
HVAC Installer
Cold Services
01.1995 - 03.1997
No Degree - Home Inspector
InterNACHI
215 - Financial Planning And Services
State of Florida
DPA - Merchant Marine Science
MPTUSA
ISM Safety Management - Marine Maintenance And Ship Repair