Willie van Rensburg

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Scottsdale, AZ 85251-7404

acr2kf@r.postjobfree.com

Ph. 213-***-****

OBJECTIVE

Obtain a challenging and rewarding position in small, medium or large business, utilizing my experience, skills and education. Taking on a new opportunity to benefit a growing organization.

SUMMARY OF ACHIEVEMENTS

Strong background in sales, marketing, business development and operations

Initiated and managed 5 successful Arizona-based business ventures

Developed and owner of successful insurance agency for 11 years ( Specializing in: Property and Casualty, Life and Health, Commercial)

Business owner with 7 years experience in residential and commercial swimming pool construction and gas pipeline installation

Business owner for 2 years of Scottsdale hospital coffee shop

Realtor and independent contractor with 10 years experience in construction, sales and development

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in managing, marketing, operation, and development of businesses.

Achieved sales goals and increased client transactions by identifying and cultivating new

business relationships.

Demonstrated success pinpointing client needs and uncovering potential problem areas

utilizing assessment and analysis.

Articulate and persuasive communicator at ease interacting with clients, team members, and management

Traveled extensively to countries in North America, Europe and Africa.

Bilingual: English and Afrikaans. German proficiency.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

2015 Certificate Perspectives: Biblical, Historical, Cultural and Strategic. Each one highlights different aspects of God's global purpose

Bachelor of Commerce Degree (BCom) Marketing and Economics, University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Certificate in Concrete Technology, Portland Cement Institute, Johannesburg, South Africa

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES

Arizona Health and Life Insurance License; Arizona Real Estate License;

California Health and Life Insurance License; California Real Estate License

CERTIFICATIONS

M.I.M.M. Member of Institute of Marketing Management - not current

Member of Arizona Association of Realtors

Member of Scottsdale Association of Realtors

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SELECTED ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Developed marketing plans and case studies for numerous industrial and consumer goods organizations in gaining further insights into their business operations.

Business and marketing plans to launch insurance, coffee shop, swimming pool construction and gas piping businesses.

Performed market research analysis of competitors and construction companies through surveys resulting in an increase of sales and change in pricing strategy.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2009 – 2013 University of Phoenix, Tempe Arizona

Enrollment advisor for online programs Internet-based.

Enroll students for Bachelors and Master Degrees in business, technology and social sciences.

2000 – 2009 John Hall and Associates, Scottsdale Arizona

Real Estate Company servicing Maricopa County, Arizona

Realtor, Property Management and Construction

Selling, Buying and Leasing, Property Management, Investment and Development

Construction and renovations

Buying and selling of land

Investment analysis

1996 – 2002 Penguin Pools and Scottsdale Gas Pipeline, Scottsdale, Arizona

Swimming Pool construction and installation of gas pipelines and propane for residential and commercial customers.

Owner

Responsible for Marketing.

CAD - computer aided design.

Sales, pricing, accounting, permitting, licensing and construction.

Sold the businesses.

1987 – 1998 Farmers Insurance Agency, Scottsdale, Arizona

Owner of Agency

Responsible for all aspects of marketing and sales.

Specialized in Property and Casualty, Commercial, Life and Health Insurance.

This agency was consistently in the top 5% pertaining to sales

Sold the agency in 1996

Additional Experience

Volunteer: Board of Directors, Phoenix Rescue Mission.

United States Citizen

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