AKIL ADAMS
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E-Mail acum2i@r.postjobfree.com
Education:
Wayne State University (2002)
B.A. – Mass Communication
Aflac, Southfield, MI July 2014/ Present
Agent
Attend meetings, seminars and programs to learn about new products and services, learn new skills, and receive technical assistance in developing new accounts.
Calculate premiums and establish payment method.
Call on policyholders to deliver and explain policy, to analyze insurance program and suggest additions or changes, or to change beneficiaries.
Confer with clients to obtain and provide information when claims are made on a policy.
Contact underwriter and submit forms to obtain binder coverage.
Customize insurance programs to suit individual customers, often covering a variety of risks.
Develop marketing strategies to compete with other individuals or companies who sell insurance.
JR Adams Hockey Federation, Detroit, MI November 2007/ Present
Owner
Design and implement trainings for youth participants, adult allies, and staff
of JRA’s prevention programs
Oversee the implementation of JRA’s Youth Obesity prevention programs and
Projects, including Summer Day Camps, Hockey programs, Elementary School Fitness and Nutrition workshops
Oversee JRA obesity prevention staff and interns and support project planning
and implementation toward achieving program goals and objectives.
Develop and maintain partnerships with community-based organizations to
share resources and mobilize support for advocacy related to public policy
and effective youth-serving systems.
Engage in local countywide planning efforts and advocate for youth
development and youth obesity prevention strategies with the goal of
creating a more effective and evidence-based network of supports and
opportunities for young people.
Engage in ongoing research, information gathering, and dissemination
about relevant trends that involve young people and best practices for
implementing youth prevention programs
ITT-Technical Institute, Chantilly, VA May/2010 – November 2010
Director of Recruitment
Responsible for hiring, training and motivation recruitment team to meet the campus objectives
Accountable for the overall success of the Recruitment Department including meeting recruitment objectives
Provide leadership, direction, motivation and supervision of direct reports as well as overseeing the training and development of staff
Responsible for developing effective working relationships with student, employees and any other outside contacts of all levels
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures, ethical practices, and the guidelines of federal government and accrediting organizations
JR Adams Hockey Federation, Detroit, MI January 2009/ May 2010
Program Director
Design and implement trainings for youth participants, adult allies, and staff
of JRA’s prevention programs
Oversee the implementation of JRA’s Youth Obesity prevention programs and
Projects, including Summer Day Camps, Hockey programs, Elementary School Fitness and Nutrition workshops
Oversee JRA obesity prevention staff and interns and support project planning
and implementation toward achieving program goals and objectives.
Develop and maintain partnerships with community-based organizations to
share resources and mobilize support for advocacy related to public policy
and effective youth-serving systems.
Engage in local countywide planning efforts and advocate for youth
development and youth obesity prevention strategies with the goal of
creating a more effective and evidence-based network of supports and
opportunities for young people.
Engage in ongoing research, information gathering, and dissemination
about relevant trends that involve young people and best practices for
implementing youth prevention programs
Art Institute of Michigan, Novi, MI (48377) July 2008- January 2009
Assistant Director of Admissions
Managed inquiries to achieve prompt contact and performance activity weekly goals; utilizes Ai approved recruitment policies/formats; makes prompt and effective contact with inquiries and redirects unqualified candidates based upon incompatible career goals
Consistently conducted follow up monthly at minimum with all applicants to ensure successful matriculation. Assists other personnel and departments with data collection and problem solving
Participated in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities including open houses, regional presentations, training sessions, orientation programs, career days, etc
Kaplan Institute
Detroit, MI 48202 October 2006 - July 2008
Admissions Representative
Conduct outbound and inbound calls, emails and faxes regarding the our medical programs
Assist students with admissions, financial aide and registration
Continue to have a great rapport with other departments, regarding our marketing and retention processes with prospective and enrolled students
Westwood College of Technology,
Woodridge, IL 60517 September 2005 – October 2006
High School Admissions Representative
Administered presentations to targeted High Schools
Built a rapport with educators and high school administrators
Demonstrated a high level of customer service to prospective and existing students.
Set and conducted interviews with prospective student's
Increased student enrollment 150% from previous year
Lead High School Admission Representative in Midwest Region (2006)