RICHARD DOBBS

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H 205-***-**** C 205-***-**** abikmd@r.postjobfree.com

Analytical, fast-learning and motivated Professional with diverse

background

CAREER ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

. Obtained Series 6, 63 and 65 NASD Securities Licenses (Wachovia, 2007)

. Top 1% in Deposits (5 out of 659) in the Mid-South Region (Wachovia,

2007)

. Top 10% in Loans officers in Closed Loans YTD in the Mid-South Region

(Wachovia, 2007)

. Top Consultant in Market - 2 periods (Wachovia, 2006)

. Member of Council of Champions (Liberty National, 2005)

. Torch Club (top 10% of Agents) (Liberty National, 2004 and 2005)

EDUCATION:

Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, 2002

. Overall GPA of 3.5 and Information Systems Concentration GPA of 3.5

. Selected to participate in Knowledge Systems Lab research in

collaboration with NASA.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Application Analyst / Lead Software Tester / Junior Programmer

Hubbard Systems, Birmingham, AL Feb 2008 - Present

. Analyze all incoming requests, gather relevant information and provide

immediate solutions or determine the appropriate course of action and

assign to the relevant people who are responsible over the requested

area

. Create and execute test cases to ensure technical accuracy and user

satisfaction. Recreate and translate newly reported issues into highly

detailed reproductions steps. Assist in interpretation of client

requirements and propose logic needed to meet the indicated requisites.

Create logical and innovative solutions to complex problems and

provide input on possible implementation.

. Perform programming assignments under general supervision of Lead

Developer. Assist in maintaining and modifying code. Use prescribed

specifications to aid in developing detailed programming logic. Assist

in debugging code to analyze software performance and inspect for

potential deficiencies/inaccuracies, correcting as needed based on

management's approval.

. Example projects would include ways to reduce processing time

dramatically on routine operations, preventing user-manipulation of

information by gaps in data security, create data validation algorithms

to prevent possible redundant writes of records and methods to enforce

data normalization on previously de-normalized data.

Licensed Financial Specialist / Small Business Specialist

Wachovia Bank, Birmingham, AL 2006 - 2007

. High-profile consultant position accountable for soliciting personal /

business products and cultivating relationships with clientele.

Developed innovative approaches which were used during initial contact

that would gain clients' interest and trust along with establishing

rapport that led into further selling opportunities.

. Strong focus on relationship development with existing and potential

clients in the Small Business sector. Accomplished by teleconsulting

and on-site visits with business owners with emphasis on providing

exceptional levels of knowledge, products and services. Through these

efforts and by using creative marketing techniques, millions of dollars

in growth was experienced with the additional assets attained.

. Communicated in ways that were persuasive to customers and clearly gave

them an understanding of all benefits they would experience with their

affirmative decision. Anticipated client concerns along with

objections, overcame obstacles and created a level of confidence

customers valued and appreciated.

Life Insurance Agent / Annuity Specialist

Liberty National Life, Oneonta, AL 2003-2005

. Retained and established new lines of business through cross-selling

and acquisition. This was achieved by interacting with existing

clientele, engaging prospective customers and by thoroughly assessing

wants and needs. Adapted dynamic styles based on client behavior and

accommodated varying schedules with flexibility.

. Through a combination of a highly professional image, articulate

communication of available options and the benefits of what each

decision would entail, helped negotiate comprehensive packages to

surpass customer expectations.

Attached: Information on Career Path Progression

*** Supporting documentation available upon request for Career

Accomplishments ***

Details on Career Path Progression

I. Reason for leaving Liberty National - Lack of job satisfaction,

prestige or stable income

. Path Change from Sales to Banking - Transition to more stable

income

II. Reason for leaving Wachovia - No opportunity for advancement without

moving to new market (West Coast)

. Path change from Banking to IT - Returning to opportunities more

pursuant with college Degree

III. Concerns with Hubbard Systems - Steady migration of key employees

along with diminishing client base and reduced company resources.

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