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Shayla Ballard

Starkville,MS

Summary

High-energy sales leader with proven relationship-building skills and significant background working with industry customers. Consistently drives sales and brings in new customers with prospecting expertise and persuasive negotiation expertise. History of consistently exceeding quotas.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Consumer Lending Sales Specialistt

Advance America
West Point, MS
12.2023 - Current
  • Participated in team meetings to review progress against objectives set by management.
  • Cultivated referral networks to identify new business opportunities.
  • Followed up with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction with their purchase decision.
  • Responsible for delivering results related to individual and branch sales goals as well as customer expectations.

Loan Originator

Triangle Federal Credit Union
Starkville, MS
06.2021 - 12.2023
  • Organized paperwork for submission to underwriting department for review prior to finalizing loans.
  • Explained various types of loan products available to customers based on their needs and financial situation.
  • Assisted borrowers through the entire loan process from application to closing.

Sales Manager

Acceptance Now
Columbus, MS
05.2011 - 06.2021
  • Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic goals for the company's growth.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.

Education

High School Diploma -

Noxubee County High School
Macon, MS
05-1995

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Business Management

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL

Skills

  • Inquiry Handling
  • Client Relations
  • Needs Assessment
  • Relationship selling
  • Sales analytics
  • Sales expertise
  • Sales Training
  • Cash Handling
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

Consumer Lending Sales Specialistt

Advance America
12.2023 - Current

Loan Originator

Triangle Federal Credit Union
06.2021 - 12.2023

Sales Manager

Acceptance Now
05.2011 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

Noxubee County High School

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Business Management

University of West Alabama
Shayla Ballard