Lee Andrew Siders
Aiken,SC
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Coker Spring Enterprises LLC
08.2021 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
Vice Chairman
Aiken County Council
01.2012 - Current
- Elected to serve Aiken County, SC in the 7th district.
- Elected from my peers on Council to serve as Vice Chairman to Council.
- Longest serving Vice Chairman in Aiken, County history.
- Manage constituent service for a variety of needs in the community.
- Work with various elected and none elected officials in the state to insure Aiken County is represented serviced in the best interest of the Tax payers,
- Work within budgetary constraints to insure maximum service to the citizens.
Exclusive Agent
Allstate Insurance Co
04.2013 - 02.2021
- Handled and promptly resolved customer complaints to maintain professional relationships.
- Followed up on customers' inquiries to assess satisfaction with provided solutions.
- Resolved caller issues quickly and thoroughly.
- De-escalated and resolved customer complaints with punctual, polite and professional service.
- Established strong customer relationships, building recommendations and loyalty.
- Called prospective clients in market area to explain products offered and qualify leads.
- Facilitated communication between agents, talent and clients by using interpersonal skills.
Vice President
ACHS Insurance
01.2011 - 04.2013
- Lead the team to expand the footprint of the Agency into new markets.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Monitored industry trends, keeping current on latest changes and competition in industry.
- Evaluated product development strategies and prepared alternative approaches to goal achievement.
- Used market insights to capitalize on key business opportunities for new advantageous partnerships.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
Market President
Vistabank
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Lead the capital fund campaign to open the denovo bank.
- Lead the efforts to establish a positive impression of the new venture in the community.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Lead the market in obtaining new banking clients
Business Development Officer
Security Federal Bank
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Strategized with sales team to prospect and qualify potential customers within assigned geographic territories.
- Built relationships with colleagues to facilitate teamwork, cooperation and success.
- Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
- Kept meticulous client notes and updated account information in company databases.
- Consistently exceeded quotas through penetration of new accounts.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Mortgage Loan Originator
Countybank
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Lead the efforts in penetrating a new market for the organization.
- Updated borrowers through each step of loan application, approval and closing processes while remaining attentive to customer needs.
- Worked with underwriters to fix application problems and resolve issues.
- Explained different types of loans pertaining to client situations.
- Prepared documents for customers, submitting and overseeing through each step of closing process.
Operations Security Specialist
Wackenhut Security Services
01.1990 - 01.2004
- Managed all property to include firearms, vehicles and law enforcement equipment.
- Guided periodic property safety inspections and oversaw remedial action for potential hazards.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Managed all personal work schedules and overtime needs.
Manager
Brendles Corporation
01.1989 - 01.1990
- Managed and opened a new store in the Market.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Fire Direction Control
United States Marine Corps, USMC
06.1987 - 01.1989
- Established secure and stable communication links with team members.
- Directed safe firing operations and artillery crew training.
- Set up antennas and power generators to support communications.
- Completed inspections and any basic repair need to uphold strict performance standards.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Graduate - Government And Policies
Institute of Government
Columbia, SC06.2023
Graduate - Insurance And Risk Management
Brewer Insurance School
Columbia01.2013
High School Diploma -
Danville High School
Danville, KY06.1987
Skills
- Deployment Management
- Fiduciary Management
- Project Oversight
- People and Culture
- FINRA Rules
- Capital and Resource Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Fundraising Management
- Inspirational Leadership
- Approachable and Outgoing
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Event Planning
Affiliations
- Lower Savannah Council of Governments *Past Chairman of the Board
- Rotary International *Past President
- United Way of Aiken County *Past Chairman of the Board
- Aiken Technical College *Past Chairman of the Board
- Free Medical Clinic *Past Chairman of the Board
- Aiken Chamber of Commerce *Past Board member
- Julliard in Aiken *Past Board member
- American Heart Association *Auctioneer and Cohost
- Ronald Mcdonald House *Auctioneer and Cohost
Timeline
President
Coker Spring Enterprises LLC
08.2021 - Current
Exclusive Agent
Allstate Insurance Co
04.2013 - 02.2021
Vice Chairman
Aiken County Council
01.2012 - Current
Vice President
ACHS Insurance
01.2011 - 04.2013
Market President
Vistabank
01.2008 - 01.2011
Business Development Officer
Security Federal Bank
01.2005 - 01.2008
Mortgage Loan Originator
Countybank
01.2004 - 01.2005
Operations Security Specialist
Wackenhut Security Services
01.1990 - 01.2004
Manager
Brendles Corporation
01.1989 - 01.1990
Fire Direction Control
United States Marine Corps, USMC
06.1987 - 01.1989
Graduate - Government And Policies
Institute of Government
Graduate - Insurance And Risk Management
Brewer Insurance School
High School Diploma -
Danville High School
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