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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Yuval Manzon

Business Development Manager
San Francisco,CA

Summary

Seeking a skilled Business Development professional? Look no further. With 6+ years of experience, I have a proven track record of forming successful partnerships, exceeding sales goals, and identifying opportunities for growth. My expertise includes negotiating favorable terms with insurance companies and generating high-quality leads, resulting in $250K in new premiums. My dedication to excellence is evident through consistently surpassing call quotas and maintaining a 95% or higher customer satisfaction rate. I excel at building long-term connections and providing effective solutions to business challenges. As a motivated Master of Arts student in Government, Diplomacy, and Conflict Resolution, I am actively pursuing a hands-on role in digital media and technology sales. My outgoing personality, friendly demeanor, and determination to succeed make me a valuable addition to any team. With a sharp attention to detail and a proactive approach, I am a reliable and adaptable professional who constantly strives to improve processes and workflows for the benefit of the team. In fast-paced environments, I am diligent, hardworking, and skilled at multitasking. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Underwriter/Insurance Broker

Symmetry Financial Group
Remote
11.2023 - Current
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to determine appropriate coverage for insurance applications, successfully reducing underwriting inaccuracies by 15%
  • Maintained and enhanced relationships with insurance carriers, securing advantageous terms that lead to a 10% expansion in cost-effective pricing options for clients.

Grant Manager/Writer - Intern

Support Ukraine With Us
San Francisco, CA
11.2023 - Current
  • Managed the grant application process, wrote proposals, developed budgets, and oversaw submissions, resulting in a 12% growth in grant funding
  • Monitored and evaluated program progress, communicating results to founders, leading to a 15% rise in donor satisfaction and sustained support.

eLearning Voice Over Artist - Freelance

iPrep
Tel Aviv, Israel
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Recorded and delivered high-quality voiceover narration for 50+ e-learning modules, totaling over 200 hours of instructional content
  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accurate pronunciation, proper enunciation, and consistent delivery throughout all voiceover recordings.

Insurance Broker

Northwestern Mutual
San Francisco, CA
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Cultivated client relationships to deliver insurance and financial solutions, achieving a 30% growth in client base and corresponding revenue
  • Executed marketing strategies that yielded 50 qualified leads and secured $250,000 in new policy premiums within a three-month period.

Sales Associate

24 Seven Talent
Los Angeles, CA
12.2021 - 02.2022
  • Enhanced client purchase value by 20% through strategic upselling and cross-selling, ensuring improved alignment with client style preferences
  • Assisted with inventory management, reducing stock discrepancies by 15% through regular stock checks and audits.

Content Analyst for Google Search Ads Project (Contractor)

Google
San Francisco, CA
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Improved ad conversion rates by 30% through strategic A/B testing of ad copy and landing pages
  • Conducted analysis and reporting on performance metrics, leading to enhancements in impressions, click-through rates, and conversions
  • Managed and optimized advertising campaigns using advanced tools, achieving greater performance and cost efficiency.

Luxury Retail Stylist

09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assisted customers in finding the perfect outfits, accessories, and luxury products, resulting in a 20% increase in average transaction value
  • Partnered with the visual merchandising team to introduce inclusive sizing in store displays, resulting in an increased foot traffic of 80 customers and augmenting the overall shopping experience

Associate Account Executive

Raydiant
San Francisco, CA
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Participated in weekly sales training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques, resulting in a 20% increase in product expertise and improved ability to address customer pain points.

Sales Development Representative

Telnyx
Remote
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Conducted an average of 60 cold calls per day, exceeding the company's call quota by 4%, resulting in an increase of 50+ scheduled demos with potential customers.

Customer Service Representative - Wholesale Window and Door Installations

Bay Area Window Pros
Burlingame, CA
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Successfully handled 50-80 customer inquiries daily through phone and email, maintaining a 95% satisfaction rate through positive Yelp reviews and efficiently resolving 90% of issues on first contact, which supported a $300K revenue growth via strategic upselling in collaboration with the sales team.

Education

Master of Government (MA) - Diplomacy, Conflict Resolution, Global Impact Studies

Reichman University
01.2023

BS in Business Administration - International Business

San Francisco State University
01.2020

Skills

  • Knowledge of prospecting software (Salesforce, Groove, TryProspect & Linkedin Navigator, ZoomInfo) or eager to learn skills
  • Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Active Listening
  • Relationship Building
  • Attention to Detail
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Marketing Support
  • Pipeline Management
  • Grants Management
  • Organization and Time Management
  • MS Office

Certification

  • 120-Hour TEFL Certification, International Open Academy, 2023
  • Resident Insurance Producer, CA Department of Insurance, 2022-2024

Languages

  • Russian
  • Hebrew

Timeline

Field Underwriter/Insurance Broker - Symmetry Financial Group
11.2023 - Current
Grant Manager/Writer - Intern - Support Ukraine With Us
11.2023 - Current
eLearning Voice Over Artist - Freelance - iPrep
03.2023 - 05.2023
Insurance Broker - Northwestern Mutual
02.2022 - 05.2022
Sales Associate - 24 Seven Talent
12.2021 - 02.2022
Content Analyst for Google Search Ads Project (Contractor) - Google
11.2021 - 01.2022
Luxury Retail Stylist -
09.2021 - 12.2021
Associate Account Executive - Raydiant
06.2021 - 08.2021
Sales Development Representative - Telnyx
05.2021 - 07.2021
Customer Service Representative - Wholesale Window and Door Installations - Bay Area Window Pros
06.2017 - 06.2019
Reichman University - Master of Government (MA), Diplomacy, Conflict Resolution, Global Impact Studies
San Francisco State University - BS in Business Administration, International Business
Yuval ManzonBusiness Development Manager