Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Matt VandeCastle

Appleton,WI

Summary

Talented branch manager successful in managing highly effective teams with focus on account service and retention. Detail-oriented financial professional with several years of industry experience. Persuasive communicator with proactive approach to resolving account and customer service issues.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Branch Manager

CoVantage Credit Union
Stevens Point, WI
12.2023 - Current
  • Directed daily operations of branch, including customer service, human resources, sales and marketing activities.
  • Managed staff scheduling, hiring and training processes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for all employees in branch.
  • Monitored financial performance monthly of branch.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members regarding problem resolution and customer service issues.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints in timely manner.
  • Participated in community events to promote brand awareness.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement initiatives within branch.
  • Assisted other branches when needed during peak periods or special projects.
  • Planned work schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Held daily huddles with staff to discuss progress on current initiatives and review day and schedule.

Personal Banker

Nicolet National Bank
Appleton, WI
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Greeted customers upon entering branch and directed them to appropriate personnel or services.
  • Assisted customers with deposits, withdrawals, transfers, loan payments and other banking transactions.
  • Conducted account openings and closings for clients.
  • Responded promptly to customer emails, phone calls and requests for information.
  • Cross-sold banking products such as credit cards, loans and investments.
  • Performed daily balancing of cash drawer and reconciled discrepancies when necessary.
  • Developed relationships with customers by providing exceptional service in order to increase sales opportunities.
  • Identified potential fraud risks on accounts and reported suspicious activities to management.
  • Participated in training sessions regarding new banking products or services.
  • Promoted additional bank services through personal contact with customers.

Service Manager

Bergstrom Automotive
Appleton, WI
11.2019 - 10.2022
  • Managed service staff to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with company policies.
  • Monitored service performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Conducted regular team meetings to discuss customer feedback, process improvements, and operational objectives.
  • Created detailed reports on service activities for senior management review.
  • Trained new employees on the use of customer relationship management software systems.
  • Developed strategies for improving customer experience through enhanced product features or improved processes.
  • Hired and trained service department staff to drive performance.
  • Created employee work schedules to keep shifts properly staffed.
  • Upheld team productivity and quality objectives by setting and maintaining clear benchmarks for service.

Financial Advisor

Modern Woodmen Of America
Appleton, WI
03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Communicated regularly with clients via phone, email, or video conferencing regarding their financial matters.
  • Facilitated client meetings to discuss portfolio performance and suggest modifications as needed.
  • Actively participated in marketing initiatives aimed at increasing brand awareness within the community.

General Sales Manager

Home Run Auto Group
Stevens Point, WI
06.2013 - 03.2019
  • Managed a staff of 6 Sales and Finance Managers, 8 Internet Sales Representatives, and 20 Sales Representatives, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Mentored and directed employees by conducting one-on-one meetings with entire retail team.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales revenue.

Education

Accounting / Business

Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI

University of Wisconsin, Green Bay
Green Bay, WI

Skills

  • Sales professional
  • Relationship building and management
  • Account analysis expertise
  • Branch operations management
  • Process improvement
  • Coaching and mentoring

Certification

  • Notary Public
  • NMLS
  • Medallion Signature Guarantee

Timeline

Branch Manager

CoVantage Credit Union
12.2023 - Current

Personal Banker

Nicolet National Bank
10.2022 - 12.2023

Service Manager

Bergstrom Automotive
11.2019 - 10.2022

Financial Advisor

Modern Woodmen Of America
03.2019 - 11.2019

General Sales Manager

Home Run Auto Group
06.2013 - 03.2019

Accounting / Business

Fox Valley Technical College

University of Wisconsin, Green Bay
Matt VandeCastle