Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Advocate
INOVA Federal Credit Union
Elkhart, IN
12.2022 - Current
Provide needs-based service to current and prospective members.
Utilize resources such as member credit reports and credit union technology, i.e., laptop/tablet, and in-office monitors to help identify member needs and illustrate credit union products to help achieve sales objectives.
Monitor service channels such as Silvercloud, the credit union phone system, and voicemails to help ensure timely completion, resulting in overall member satisfaction.
Assist in coaching and developing fellow team members through various forms of communication, including email, credit union messaging/group chats, in person, and phone, making myself consistently available to answer questions, and share product, procedure, and industry knowledge.
Assist team members in judgment calls for how to handle unusual member situations, or check/monetary instrument deposit/hold determinations. Communicating both credit union policy and relationship factors used in making the determination.
Coordinate and lead branch operations, including but not limited to IBK/ATM balancing, opening/closing checklists, branch security, and mail processing, ensuring accurate and timely completion.
Utilizing branch schedules to coordinate who, when, and where of the daily operational duties listed above to balance timely completion, as well as staff availability for quality member service.
Participate in and have been a resource for credit union-wide training, including shadowing new employees to assist in their development, as well as training for all staff in a formal meeting setting to communicate effective strategies for migrating members to other credit union services to deepen their relationship.
Currently serving on a credit union focus group with the objective of overall process improvement and streamlining efficiency to better serve our members.
Associate Financial Advisor
Interra Credit Union
Goshen, IN
06.2019 - 11.2022
Developed and deepened relationships with new and existing clients to advance progress and improve business.
Developed and expanded financial planning relationships with customers through loyal and dedicated service.
Consulted with clients to assess and meet short- and long-term financial goal.
Interviewed clients to determine income, expenses, financial objectives and risk tolerance in order to develop successful financial plans.
Answered clients' questions regarding details of financial plans and strategies and explained data in easy-to-understand terms.
Advised customers on advantages and disadvantages of different product decisions in alignment with individual needs.
Private Client Banker
JPMorgan Chase
Elkhart, IN
09.2015 - 06.2019
Managed a portfolio of clients with assets ranging from 250,000.00 to 5,000,000.00 ensuring that their banking and overall financial needs were being met.
Advised customers on bank products, services and financial planning options.
Identified financial needs of customers and presented appropriate product and service options.
Educated customers on options for managing financial transactions by leveraging technology, tools and resources.
Collaborated with mortgage and wealth management partners to assist customers with specialized needs.
Compiled new customer information to open accounts and loans, collecting and verifying necessary documentation.
Addressed inquiries from clients and department team members.