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RICKIE L HERRON

RICKIE L HERRON

Cookeville,TN

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive expertise in the Financial, Health Insurance, and Industrial/Automotive sectors. Proven track record in quality analysis, leadership, and customer service excellence, with over 13 years of experience in quality analysis and 10 years in leadership roles. Demonstrated success in sales, banking, and engineering, complemented by strong skills in interdepartmental coordination and logistics management. Licensed Insurance Producer committed to driving operational efficiency and delivering exceptional client satisfaction.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Premier Solutions Delivery Specialist

Truist
08.2019 - Current
  • Taking a Relationship-Management-type of approach to deepen existing client relationships as well as onboarding new-to-bank clients across diverse markets by identifying and fulfilling comprehensive banking needs while continuously growing the business.

Prior Roles at Truist Bank include:

  • Premier Client and Branch Care Advisor II, Messaging Advisor, Client Frontline Solutions (Escalations/Complex Case Resolution), Account Security & Claims.
  • Skillsets: Retail/Personal, Business, Digital, Loan, Credit Card, Credit Lines, Solutions (Sales), and Account Security & Claims.
  • Stepped up in the absence of Team Manager, leading ACE, Readiness, and various team meetings to maintain operational continuity and teammate development.
  • Led focus groups, special projects, and delivered presentations to various levels of management and associates, demonstrating leadership and communication skills.
  • Prepared Reports/Summaries for meetings with various levels of managers and associates.

Insurance Agent

USHA
01.2018 - 08.2019
  • Insurance Producer: Health, Accident, Life, Dental, Vision
  • Account Management, Claims Processing, Utilize Lead-Management systems
  • Sales and Client Case Manager
  • Customer Service - Communication: Face-to face, Phone, Email, & Text
  • Previously Licensed in: TN, VA, TX, SC, IL, MI, OH

Manufacturing Operations Team Manager

Cummins
01.2014 - 01.2018
  • Managed and developed a team of up to 60 direct reports, fostering a culture of high performance, safety, and continuous improvement.
  • Streamlined operational workflows across multiple teams, enhancing productivity and efficiency through change management initiatives.
  • Implemented personnel development plans and mentored team members on best practices and safety protocols, resulting in improved team performance and compliance.
  • Collaborated on special projects and initiatives to drive continuous improvement, focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs) to meet production goals.

QA Engineering & Product Development Technician

Cummins
  • Prior Roles including: Quality Engineering Technician, and Product Development Engineering Technician
  • Quality Engineering Support for Nissan and Dodge/Chrysler clients
  • Product Analysis/Mechanical Forensics & Validation of Complaints, Customer Returns, and Warranty Claims
  • Travel to customer/supplier locations as needed representing the face of the company and provide on-site support
  • Review/Update Procedures, Controlled Documents
  • Continuous Improvement Initiatives, Problem-Solving, and Root Cause Analysis
  • Coordinate between Suppliers/Vendors, Quality Dep, and Operations Dep to resolve Supplier Quality Issues
  • Create, Design, and Contract the Development of Custom & Proprietary technology with 3rd party Vendors
  • Development of New Processes, Products, and Technology (Change Management)
  • Communicate & Present Reports/Data used for major decisions
  • U.S. Point of Contact and Coordination - Lead International Meetings for Joint Projects between U.S., China, France, and Mexico (internal and external customers)
  • Create and Design Prototypes & Tests for New, Proprietary Technology
  • Special Parts International Logistics - Creation of Shipping Docs allowing successful passage through Foreign Customs Dep of China, Mexico, and France
  • Design Validation Plan & Report (DVP&R) testing
  • Field-Test Product Analysis & Mechanical Forensics Testing/Reporting for Authorization of RMA/Claims Payments

Education

High School Diploma - Health, Accidental, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Excel
Online
12.2018

Ultrasonics

Magnetic Analysis Corporation (MAC)
New York, NY
12.2013

Diploma - General and Technical studies

Putnam County Schools
Cookeville, Tennessee
12.1998

Skills

  • Premier - Retail Banking
  • Business Banking
  • Account Security & Claims
  • Digital Banking platforms
  • Solution-oriented Sales
  • Credit Card
  • Loans and Lines of Credit
  • Microsoft Office apps: Excel Word PP etc
  • Critical Thinker - Analytical & Strategic Problem Solver
  • Skilled in leading meetings
  • Thorough in quality assurance
  • Skilled in communication

Accomplishments

  • Received direct recognition from the Head of Truist Premier & Wealth Banking for top-tier client interaction, highlighted in Director-level and client-facing settings as an example of excellence.
  • Implemented a suggestion to improve clients' Online Banking experience, recognized as a TCC Lightbulb Innovator.
  • Partnered with Truist Wealth Management and Financial Crimes to resolve a complex merchant dispute, saving a $10 million client relationship and identifying potential growth opportunity.
  • Identified and resolved a critical PC lockout process gap that would have impacted nearly 100% of Truist Care Center teammates within 90 days, preventing thousands of downtime man-hours. Received personal thanks from the Help Desk Leader for reducing strain on resources.
  • Recognized as one of the Top Ten Cyber Influencers of 2024 across all LOBs at Truist Bank, acting as a POC, mentor, and guest speaker, educating on Cybersecurity, Scams, and Fraud Prevention.

Certification

  • NMLS ID: 2364302 (Nationwide Multistate Licensing System)
  • Certified Truist Cybersecurity Champion (2023 - Present)
  • American Bankers Association (ABA) Certificate in Risk Management Frameworks (2023)
  • American Bankers Association (ABA) Certificate in Financial and Credit Risk (2024)

Timeline

Premier Solutions Delivery Specialist

Truist
08.2019 - Current

Insurance Agent

USHA
01.2018 - 08.2019

Manufacturing Operations Team Manager

Cummins
01.2014 - 01.2018

Diploma - General and Technical studies

Putnam County Schools

QA Engineering & Product Development Technician

Cummins

High School Diploma - Health, Accidental, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Excel

Ultrasonics

Magnetic Analysis Corporation (MAC)

COURSES

LinkedIn Learning: Over 30+ courses in Microsoft Office software, Mental Models, and Communication