____Sean J. O’Brien______________________________
**** *. ***** **., *********, WI 53208_Phone: 414-559-1974_E-Mail: abnwa0@r.postjobfree.com
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Objective
To obtain a position in which I will utilize my human relation skills, organizational abilities, education and past work
experience to best benefit the company.
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Profile
Motivated, personable business professional with over 10 years of strong sales experience. Can
efficiently communicate issues between customers and team members in a timely manner. Exceptional presentation,
communication and problem solving skills with a strong focus on analyzing customer needs and desires to find the best
method of achieving the results they require. Experienced at expanding a customer base through cold calls, direct
mailers, and direct referral generation. Ability to maintain a high level of energy, dedication, integrity and commitment
to responsibilities. Willing to traveling for the right position.
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Work History
Business Banking Officer, WaterStone Bank/US Bank, Milwaukee WI 2005-2009
Focused on lending to small and mid-sized businesses in the Milwaukee area. The primary responsibilities
included maintenance and growth of business loans with a portfolio of over $17MM. Other responsibilities
included constant customer contact to profile for new business opportunities from existing customers as well as
cold calling new businesses to create awareness of other bank products to strengthen relationships, including
checking, merchant services, payroll services, and investments.
Branch Lending Manager, TCF National Bank, Waukesha WI 2002-2005
Focused on selling both 1st and 2nd home mortgages as a Consumer Lending Representative. Within one year
was promoted to a management position achieving unprecedented portfolio growth for the market converting a
portfolio which was approximately $11MM within 2 years I had grown it to over $22MM. Within 2 years of
employment received 2nd promotion to Officer of the bank, offered only to those who showed exceptional
performance and dedication, receiving several awards and commendations along the way. As Consumer
Lending Manager, responsibilities included interviewing, hiring and mentoring employees in addition to
continued growth of the portfolio.
Account Executive, Gulf South Medical Supply, Madison WI 2001-2002
A customer oriented distribution company focusing on Long Term and Home Health Care facilities. The
territory consisted of the entire western half of Wisconsin where I traveled daily scheduling face-to-face
appointments with existing customers and prospects. Responsibilities included maintaining strategic
partnerships with leading industry manufacturers in order to deliver the highest quality products at the best
possible prices to meet customer needs. This required constant interaction with warehousing, purchasing,
accounts receivable, management, manufacturers and customers. Daily duties included price comparison,
quote generation, visiting facilities, emergency deliveries, and cold calling. The final result was a high quality
form of relationship selling.
Security Consultant, Brinks Home Security/ADT Security, Milwaukee WI 1998-2001.
A business and home security monitoring firm, working as an outside representative. Responsibilities included
analyzing customer needs based on their desired level of security; designing systems; informing customers
about the abilities and limitations of the services they desired; quoting and negotiating pricing for our services;
and demonstrating to customers how to use the systems once installed. Also was a consistent top performer for
the region.
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Education
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 1992-1997
Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration
Majors: Marketing 3.25/4.0 Management 3.5/4.0 Cumulative 3.25/4.0
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Sales Achievements
2ND in sales 2000 1st quarter Midwest Region, Brinks Home Security (100+ employees)
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- - Achieved Masters Level Diamond Club for Brinks Home Security.
- Top earner for TCF Bank Consumer Lending Managers 2004.
- Promoted to Bank Officer within 2 years of employment.
- Exceeded monthly performance goals for the branch 24 straight months, one of only 2 locations to
accomplish this during that time in the Wisconsin market.