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Kimberly Hullinger

Kimberly Hullinger

Fort Mill,SC

Summary

Results-oriented Business Development Manager with 26 years of experience in analyzing industry trends to develop tailored solutions that drive growth. Expertise in fostering key partnerships and enhancing customer relationships while utilizing competitive intelligence to seize market opportunities. Demonstrated success in achieving substantial revenue increases through strategic initiatives. Committed to leveraging deep market insights to continue delivering value-driven results.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Business Development Manager II

FINANCE OF AMERICA COMMERCIAL ( BLACKSTONE)
Charlotte, NC
10.2018 - 06.2022
  • Develop and execute effective business development strategies to generate leads, close multimillion dollar deals and win new business.
  • Maintained a profitable book of business in excess of 30M.
  • Consistently executed closings in excess of 4M per month.
  • Expert in the financing of DSCR loans, Rehab Financing, Rental and Investment purpose lending along with Bridge and Portfolio loans.
  • Portfolio loan specialist - analyze and structure complex financing solutions.
  • Provided guidance and expertise to clients (internal and external) and built long term relationships
  • Spearhead marketing and business development activities to achieve breakthrough performance and acquire new business.
  • Recommended product changes to enhance customer interest and maximize sales.
  • Determined business development opportunities and implemented effective strategy for client acquisition.
  • Handled client accounts through entire lifecycle, executing contracts, providing customer service, and advising on methods for maximizing return from services provided.
  • Optimized profitability by developing pipeline of prospects using multiple research, referral and sales strategies..
  • Liaised with high-value accounts, fostering personal relationship and top-of-mind awareness to capture emerging business opportunities early.
  • Delivered informative presentations to industry professionals, providing valuable information on topics relevant to daily operations and company products and services..
  • Solved complex incidents and problems impacting management and business direction.
  • Marketed and developed key accounts by favorably representing company at membership and community functions.

Business Operations Manager- New Business Models

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.
Raleigh, NC
09.2011 - 10.2018
  • Shepherding new business ideas from proof of concept to global scale.
  • Implementation of ensuring processes are in place to exceed internal and external customer expectations.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Tech Finance, Credit, Sales, Accounting, Tax, and Operations to coordinate, define, and execute operational support for new business models, programs, promotions, and pilot programs.
  • Lead initiatives for new sales products for executive approval.
  • Operationalize, promote, and present to clients new products and processes.
  • Built strong, lasting relationships with lucrative clients by utilizing active listening, effective communication, and dynamic interpersonal skills.
  • Directed business operation processes and developed policies.
  • Facilitate new process improvements, enabling the company to meet business objectives and KPIs.
  • Evaluated and resolved conflicts, and addressed internal and external business problems, building customer confidence by actively listening to concerns, and giving appropriate feedback.
  • Served as a key corporate representative, liaising with multiple departments in support of operational excellence.
  • Created and implemented escalation procedures to efficiently and successfully resolve time-sensitive issues.
  • Assisted ownership in business exit strategies for business transition, and new business acquisition.

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Business Operations Supervisor

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.
Raleigh, NC
09.2011 - 10.2018
  • Led Operations staff supporting Cisco's largest and most profitable financing sector(s)-Service Provider, Global Enterprise segment, Public Sector and Canada Portfolio
  • Identified needs of customers(external and internal) and structure complex transactions
  • Expert in funding forecast accuracy
  • Manages portfolio delinquencies and identified solutions
  • Negotiation of legal documents to accommodate customer needs
  • Provided superior sales support and business development
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Supervise compliance and quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes and created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
  • Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
  • Managed and developed employees and set specific goals to measure progress and evaluate end results..
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
  • Directed business operation processes and developed policies.
  • Provided extensive training to newly hired employees and explained corporate policies and processes, helping to educate each on job duties and daily tasks.
  • Maintained consistent dynamic atmosphere with enthusiasm and purpose to enhance customer experience and satisfaction.
  • Imparted leadership, direction and strategic planning for business unit operations.
  • Partnered with senior HR team to communicate company standards and policies.
  • Encouraged open communications, promoting positive and pro-employee work environment.
  • Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
  • Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion and Investigated workplace issues with professionalism and sensitivity and detailed incidents in reports to senior executives.
  • Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance including recruiting,coaching,mentoring and termination

Global Engagement Manager

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.
Raleigh, NC
09.2011 - 10.2018
  • Relationship manager for global, strategic and complex regional accounts
  • Process mapping and customer solution guides-streamlining for efficiency
  • Lead account planning sessions with Sales and Operations and provide resolution to customer concerns.
  • Consulted with customers to gather and define requirements and implemented new products and/or process from concept through implementation.
  • Worked with cross-functional team members to manage entire sales process.
  • Provided input into team practices and areas in need of improvement.
  • Helped finalize negotiations and close sales deals.
  • Delivered marketing strategy updates to upper-level management.
  • Expanded personnel skill sets by mentoring marketing team both individually and in groups.
  • Cultivated business partnerships to build lasting relationships with internal and external parties.
  • Recommended policy changes to improve marketing tactics and strategies.
  • Assessed projects against budgets and timelines, keeping team and assignments on task.
  • Planned and facilitated meetings to share marketing plans and explain future business goals.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate strategic marketing activities.

Business Analyst-Customer Contract Manager

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.
Raleigh, NC
09.2011 - 10.2012
  • Prepared customer contracts for leasing Cisco technology and equipment
  • Processed and funded contracts for largest Cisco Leasing customers; Home Depot, Wells Fargo, etc
  • Collaborated with Sales/Credit/Pricing to win Customer proposals
  • Negotiated contracts with outside providers to minimize costs to company and customers.
  • Investigated and resolved compliance problems with independent approach focused on implementing and maintaining sound practices.
  • Reviewed proposed contracts against established policies, guidelines and legal requirements to identify critical issues.
  • Identified and mitigated business and legal risks in prospective and existing contracts.
  • Organized and maintained documents, files and records.
  • Read through contracts, regulations and procedural guidelines to verify comprehension and compliance.
  • Collaborated with other departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans, and objectives.

Underwriting Manager-Assistant Vice President

GATEWAY BANK MORTGAGE, RALEIGH, NC
Raleigh, NC
07.2010 - 09.2011
  • Delegated Analyst for Fannie Mae DU and Freddie Mac LP credit files
  • Team Lead for 5 Credit Analysts and 20 Loan Officers
  • Respond to investor inquiries and suspense files
  • Inspected financial statements, credit information, title data and asset value to complete underwriting process.
  • Leveraged customers' history, industry and demographic information to calculate credit risk ..
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Reviewed applications against established parameters to determine approval, rejection or modification requirements.
  • Worked with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance.
  • Mitigated business risks through frequent threat assessments and proactive action plans.
  • Proactively identified and solved complex HR problems that impacted operations management and business direction.
  • Prepared and led new employee orientation to familiarize with company policies, procedures, culture and campus.
  • Recruited applicants for vacancies to fill open positions with qualified staff.
  • Prepared, delivered and discussed employee performance evaluations, employee development and employee compensation.
  • Managed delivery of customer-focused HR services to company to increase hire rate and reduce churn.
  • Identified operational weaknesses to improve or innovate people, programs and processes.
  • Held exit interviews and documented information discussed with employees.

Operations/ Production Manager

MERRILL LYNCH WHOLESALE MORTGAGE DIVISION, Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
01.2003 - 03.2008
  • Responsible for operations staff of 50+ employees including 4 supervisors & 4 Departments (Underwriting, Processing, Data entry and Funding)
  • Recruit new talent
  • Appraisal analysis and review authority
  • Managed monthly P&L
  • Implemented new branch processes to promote efficiency and lower costs
  • Formulated effective policies and procedures
  • Maintain asset quality and respond to investor due diligence regarding repurchase requests
  • Manage payroll, production and quality bonus's, time off, disciplinary actions
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
  • Assist sales and operations with complex loan transactions.
  • Cultivated communication among senior managers and floor supervisors to encourage optimal productivity.
  • Provided input for performance reviews and identified areas for additional improvement.
  • Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
  • Coached and mentored employees to develop and enhance career skills.
  • Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
  • Collaborated with leadership to develop production department budget and forecast.
  • Evaluated and enhanced workflow to implement best practices, reduce costs and increase staff motivation and satisfaction.
  • Reviewed production costs and product quality and modified inventory control programs to maintain and enhance annual business plan.
  • Created company handbook to document corporate policies and procedures.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.

Education

Bachelors in Business Management -

Capella University
12-2017

Skills

  • Investor Relations
  • 4 years direct sales as Business development B2B, Investor, Retail clientele
  • 7 years -Operations Management
  • 15 years Mortgage Underwriting
  • Recruiting, Hiring, Training, Mentoring
  • Quality Assurance and Compliance
  • Credit Risk- Risk Assessment/Analysis
  • Portfolio Management
  • Executive Leadership
  • Finance and Lifecycle Management
  • Lead Generation and Pipeline Development
  • Cost Reduction, Budgeting and Finance
  • Crisis Management
  • Operations Management and Excellence
  • Strategic Planning
  • Networking
  • Revenue growth
  • Pipeline development
  • Partnership development
  • Key account management

Certification

  • NMLS 1851650

Accomplishments

Presidents Club recipient for 2021-2022

Innovation and Acceleration award in July 2017 for new business program implementation;(70k employee based company)

Recognized with President’s club award 2004,2005,2006,2007 for production, quality and operations management

Rookie of the Year Award 2003 for production and quality

Lead Project Manager for final approval presentation for new finance operating system

Led Cisco’s Service provider team to largest ever funding year of over 2 billion dollars

Reduced aged portfolio from over 200 million dollars to less than 30 million in 6 months

Operationalized new system for Canada Portfolio

Key player in landing $200 million customer account for sales team Increased production from 67 million to over 120 million per month

Reduced average cost to produce from 106% to 87%

Played key role in development of sales and operations training program stimulating AE productivity in initial 60-90 days of employment.

References

References available upon request.

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Timeline

Director of Business Development Manager II

FINANCE OF AMERICA COMMERCIAL ( BLACKSTONE)
10.2018 - 06.2022

Business Operations Manager- New Business Models

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.
09.2011 - 10.2018

Business Operations Supervisor

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.
09.2011 - 10.2018

Global Engagement Manager

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.
09.2011 - 10.2018

Business Analyst-Customer Contract Manager

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.
09.2011 - 10.2012

Underwriting Manager-Assistant Vice President

GATEWAY BANK MORTGAGE, RALEIGH, NC
07.2010 - 09.2011

Operations/ Production Manager

MERRILL LYNCH WHOLESALE MORTGAGE DIVISION, Chicago, IL
01.2003 - 03.2008

Bachelors in Business Management -

Capella University