Client-focused, high performing Sales Professional looking to join a firm that shares his commitment to client needs, professionalism, honesty and integrity.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
MUTUAL OF OMAHA
01.2016 - 01.2019
Developed compelling presentation decks to gain approval for ideas and communicate results.
Western part of the country assisting in our offices in Los Angeles, Phoenix, San Francisco, Denver and Seattle
Regional meetings were operated in conjunction with the local management team to assure the agents had the tools necessary to be successful
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.
Agency Owner
FARMERS INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES
01.2014 - 01.2016
Of a new Farmers Insurance and Financial Service office in Omaha, NE
Absorbed a current book of clients and through audits and reviews with the clients was able to assist the clients in developing and implementing appropriate coverage for their needs at the best cost possible
Marketed to new segments to expand our client base
Continued to be successful in assisting clients with their financial service needs, educational, retirement, budgetary with both short and long term planning
Ranked number one Nationally with Farmers Financial Services for new advisors in 2016 and asked to speak at the National Leaders Conference in Las Vegas, NV.
Financial Advisor
AXA ADVISORS
01.2009 - 01.2014
Cultivate new and manage existing relationships, prospect clients, discover opportunities, develop and present applicable strategies, implement strategies for clients, manage client expectations, work within corporate and industry guidelines, review new product opportunities by working with different wholesaler representatives
Achieved National Leaders Forum status year one and year two.
Hospital Sales Specialist
ELAN BIO-PHARMACEUTICALS
01.2002 - 01.2009
Supported any educational activities available for the residents and fellows at Creighton and The Nebraska Medical Center
Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
Drafted, finalized and submitted paperwork to complete sales.
Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
Hospital Sales Manager
BAYER HEALTHCARE
01.1995 - 01.2002
Developed, allocated and reviewed budgets for the region and each territory
Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
Maintained ethical and positive working environment to reduce turnover and promote high retention rates.
Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
Recruited and hired top-level talent to add value and expertise to sales department.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BUSINESS EDUCATION
University of Nebraska Kearney
Kearney NE
1986
Skills
Management of successful teams Outstanding sales results
Excellent at cultivating relationships Launch of new product
Client account management Strategic planning
Staffing and staff development Budget development, allocation and analysis
Client relations Organizational restructure and change
Leadership/communication skills Team player
New Business Development Market growth
Product and Service Knowledge
Trend Analysis
Market Research
Accomplishments
AXA Advisors National Leaders Forum, Nassau, Bahamas 2011
AXA Advisors National Leaders Forum, Vancouver, Canada 2012
AXA Advisors Five Year Validation Goals achieved in year two, 2012
AXA Advisors National Leaders Forum, New Orleans, Louisiana 2013
Farmers Financial Services National Leaders Conference Las Vegas, Nevada 2016
Farmers Financial Services Number 1 ranked New Advisor, 2016
Affiliations
Series 7, 63 Life & Health, Property & Casualty
Corporate Endowment Solutions Retirement Training Boca, 2012, Elan Bio-Pharmaceuticals Presidents Club Winner 2007
Elan Bio-Pharmaceuticals Presidents Club Winner 2006
Elan Bio-Pharmaceuticals National Cefipime Sales Leader 2007
Bayer Health Care National Viadur Sales Manager Leader 2002
Bayer Health Care National Sales Manager all Products Leader 2002
Bayer Health Care Hospital Sales Manager Advisory Board 2000-02
Bayer Health Care Hospital Sales Manager APEX Advisory Board 2001
Bayer Health Care National Medical Association Meeting in Honolulu 2002
Bayer Health Care National Urology Association Manager at Orlando Meeting 2001
Bayer Health Care National Urology Association Manager at Anaheim Meeting 2000