Adam Newman
************@*****.***
Cell: 256-***-****
Current Address:
Huntsville, AL 35801
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Business Administration, May 2009
The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Major: Marketing Minor: Computer Science
Major GPA: 3.9/4.0
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Picture Manager); Windows (1995, 1998, XP, Vista);
Programming (HTML and JavaScript)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Insurance Account Representative, September to October 2010
State Farm Insurance, Meridianville, Alabama
• Solicit insurance coverage for Auto, Fire, and Life
• Generate sales through phone and personal contact
• Conduct Face-to-Face meetings to assess insurance needs
• Aid in daily operations of office activities
Insurance Agent, July 2009 to June 2010
Liberty National Life Insurance Company, Huntsville, Alabama
Solicit insurance coverage for both individual and business markets
Generate sales through product demonstration via laptop computer
Assist in recruiting and training new agents
Current issue is approximately $24,000 of annualized premium
Sales Representative, May to September 2007
Vector Marketing – Cutco, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Scheduled appointments with customers via phone
Performed product presentations and demonstrations
Generated sales of approximately $1,500
Landscaper, May to August 2006
Capstone Lawncare-Landscaping, Huntsville, Alabama
Mowed, edged, and weeded lawns and gardens according to specifications
Cared for up to 10 locations per business day
HONORS, CERTIFICATIONS & ACTIVITIES
Member, Students in Free Enterprise - 2009 to present President’s List, Summer 2008 and Spring 2009
Dean’s List, Spring and Fall 2008
Member, Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity - 2005 to present
Elected Vice-President for spring 2009 Industry Champion, Spring 2009 (BSG-Online)
> Ranked Global Top 100 for Years 15-19
House Manager - 2007-2008
Alabama Licensed Producer, Life, Health, Accident & Property/Casualty
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity -- 130 hours Junior Achievement Program -- 30 hours
• Boys and Girls Club Northington Elementary School, Tuscaloosa, AL
Habitat for Humanity Brookwood Elementary School, Brookwood, AL
OTHER SKILLS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong leadership experience, teamwork, and team building skills
Adaptable decision making and problem solving skills
Adept skills in negotiation