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THOMAS SULLIVAN

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager/Project Manager

FLAIR FOUNTAINS
2012.03 - Current
  • Sold architectural water feature systems to construction general contractors, landscape design/architects and facility managers throughout the U.S
  • Procured sales leads using iSqFt, Bluebook, Dodge, and other construction lead management sites
  • Obtained site drawings/specification sheets for each project that was bid
  • Used proprietary pricing software and produced detailed proposals for each project
  • Closed numerous projects ranging from $30K to $250K.

Delivery Driver

FEDERAL EXPRESS/MVS
2021.10 - 2023.06

Insurance Product Wholesaler

CPS ADVISORY GROUP
2009.01 - 2011.06
  • Partnered with independent financial/insurance professionals, providing product solutions for their client's Life, Disability, and Long-Term Care insurance needs
  • Recruited over 30 financial professionals to utilize the firm to assist in underwriting and placing their insurance business
  • Assisted in the client's casework, specializing in impaired risk case
  • Represented over 50 insurance companies, providing specific product knowledge and sales ideas to clients

National Advisor Trainer

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL, Inc.
1994.01 - 2006.06
  • In conjunction with Personal Financial Advisor responsibility, selected to train advisors and staff nationwide on technology and financial planning software, including Morningstar Advisor Workstation, Client Data Management, Apex Select, and FASware
  • Performed live training using a combination of PowerPoint decks, interactive software, and video
  • Assisted in the development of training manuals and other tools, including CD, corporate training video, and WebX
  • Instrumental in the development of the National Advisor Trainer role
  • Facilitated training of other National Advisor Trainers
  • Exceeded Morningstar Advisor Workstation software subscription goal by 200%
  • Consistently received the highest marks on evaluations from trainees and upper management

Personal Financial Advisor

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL, Inc.
1990.02 - 2006.06
  • Advised clients in achievement of their financial objectives by providing financial planning and investment advisory services
  • Specialized in retirement, education, insurance, and estate planning
  • Oversaw all aspects of practice, including marketing, staffing, continuing education, office/technology leasing and business planning
  • Built a diverse/dynamic client base of over 240 clients, with $45 million in assets under management
  • Achieved consistent business results, generating $225k to $275k in total GDC for 10 years running, placing in the top 25% of over 10,000 advisors nationwide
  • Qualified for numerous awards, including Mercury, Silver Team, Advanced Advisor Group and Presidential Award for Quality, all based on exceptional performance criteria
  • Chosen as member of Twin Cities Advisor Media Relations group, which led to live television and radio appearances.

Training Manager

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL, Inc.
1992.01 - 1993.12
  • Developed the skills of first-year financial advisors in all areas needed for competency
  • Actively involved in first-year advisor selection process
  • Trained 5 advisors, 3 of which I personally recruited, and all earned their Mercury Award, given for achievement of first year production and quality
  • 3 advisors still in industry, 2 as active producers, 1 as a Regional Vice President.

Education

B.A. - Finance

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
01.1988

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Sales team training
  • Staff Management
  • Goals and performance
  • Sales expertise

Other

  • Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) certified basketball official
  • Member of Minneapolis Officials Association (MOA) and Independent Officials Association (IOA)
  • Head Coach - Minneapolis Youth Baseball Association (MYBA)
  • Head Coach - Southwest Youth Basketball Association (SWYBA)
  • Director/Coach Coordinator/Head Coach - Pearl Park Youth Football

Timeline

Delivery Driver

FEDERAL EXPRESS/MVS
2021.10 - 2023.06

Sales Manager/Project Manager

FLAIR FOUNTAINS
2012.03 - Current

Insurance Product Wholesaler

CPS ADVISORY GROUP
2009.01 - 2011.06

National Advisor Trainer

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL, Inc.
1994.01 - 2006.06

Training Manager

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL, Inc.
1992.01 - 1993.12

Personal Financial Advisor

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL, Inc.
1990.02 - 2006.06

B.A. - Finance

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
THOMAS SULLIVAN