WORK EXPERIENCE
AVP, Premier Relationship Manager
HSBC Bank Norwalk, CT 8/07 -
. Responsible for customer acquisitions, customer relationship
management and maximizing revenue on all accounts.
. Organized and implemented a contact management system to proactively
solicit, sell, update and service clientele.
. Monitored and managed 485 high-value personal and business clients to
best serve financial objectives.
. Expanded business from 40 clients (2007) to 485 clients (2011) by
providing strong business and financial leadership.
. Successfully grew investment portfolio from < $2 million to > $90
million and bank deposits from < $5 million to > $45 million.
. Ranked #1 PRM in sales and acquisitions in Connecticut for HSBC in
2010.
. Deep knowledge of investment trends, disciplines and risks including
comprehensive financial planning, estate/trust planning, investment
management, currency hedging, insurance analysis, long term care
planning and alternative investments.
. Create growth path by building strong relationships and educating
clients on all financial service products.
. Lead weekly networking and investment strategy meetings with business
partners - identifying and scheduling future financial opportunities
to promote/develop referrals.
. Provide training and guidance to less experienced personnel and assist
in customer service/operational activities when needed.
Financial Advisor
Ameriprise Financial Norwalk, CT 2/06 -
8/07
. Advised clients on how to reach financial goals through comprehensive
and personalized financial planning.
. Developed personal target marketing ideas with an emphasis on client
acquisitions and wealth management.
. Analyzed investment opportunities, client needs, and recommend
appropriate strategies.
. Assessed in investment objectives, risk tolerance with a time horizon
and unique circumstances.
. Public sales tactics (methods including luncheons, dinners, union and
corporate speeches etc.) presenting material to large audiences.
Adventure Travel Guide/Salesperson
Trek America Los Angeles, CA 4/05 -
9/05
. Lead groups of 12 clients (from a variety of nationalities) around
North America on various routes ranging from 14 day to 5 week trips.
. Researched target tourist areas and various activities to design
specific vacation for each group.
. Purchased all activities for each group adding up to 250K over 25
weeks.
. Negotiated activity, food and accommodation prices to best suit
clientele needs.
. Maintained all financial accounts and receipts for each tour (i.e.
gas, food, lodging and activities)
. Increased personal clientele by professional sales tactics and
referral program
EDUCATION & LICENSES
Colorado State University New Canaan High School
FINRA Series 7 & 66
Bachelor of Arts, 2004 New Canaan, CT
Life and Health Insurance