PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Seasoned, professional problem solver with a wealth of experience and knowledge across a vast number of industries. Proven ability to influence key stakeholders using highly effective oral and written communication skills and fostering strong relationships and team building. Extensive background in training and coaching, including curriculum development, classroom, technical writing and e-commerce support. Keenly proficient in public speaking and business development, proposal definition and writing, quality control, customer satisfaction and staff development. Adept at establishing credibility and adding value to projects by practicing leadership skills necessary to promote a highly functioning team.
EDUCATION
CFP, Professional Development Certification, University of St. Thomas Houston, TX 2004
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Texas Southern University Houston, TX 1996
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Change Management And Communications
Managed long term projects related to communications and marketing/Salesforce.com experience exceeding YoY profit goals
Designed, built, and presented training modules and development to transform projects from end to end
Superior communication skills; the ability to interface with all levels of management
Realigned the organization with senior-level executives by identifying and communicating with internal and external shareholders
Initiated private banking platform for retail customers in order to compete with other large financial institutions
Articulate in person and in writing; experienced in creating and delivering presentations
Developed internal and external customer communications in preparation of transformation
Managed complex and sensitive information regarding customer information ahead of transformation
Created change management strategies that included curriculum development for implementing transformation activities which included organizational readiness, alignment, communication and education
Training – Strategy, Development, and Delivery, Business Intelligence, Process Design
Liaised with Subject Matter Experts to develop marketing strategies related to retirement and legacy planning
Created and implemented various training modules and proposals on complex financial matters
Developed simulated projects to prepare for client facing engagements for employee training and development
Documented and reported status updates on the legislative changes that directly impacted stakeholders
Developed trusted relationships with C-Level executives, internal and external clients, as well as stakeholders to progress the stated organization’s agenda
Advised and trained financial leaders on key skills and support mechanisms needed to sustain organizational change
Integrated thorough organizational development by streamlining customer records and product matrices for seamless interface
Financial Management, Metrics & Reporting, and Planning
Assessed financial performance and made effective suggestions for appropriate corrective action
Managed $6M+ in portfolio assets through effective contract management and risk assessments
Assured adequate system documentation was in place for the integrity of reported data contained in models
Identified cost trends and developed necessary recommendations
Analyzed competitive data and determined best practices or potential strategy changes
Determined and monitored actual financial performance against budgets to regulate P&L impact
Accessed, analyzed, and integrated data from various sources for use in developing financial plans
Coached, mentored, and on-boarded junior level associates as well as conducted exit interviews
Audited mitigation activities identified on through risks and issues assessments
Maintained awareness of key performance areas and quality management
Exceeded metrics consistently by >25% YOY
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior Financial Consultant, Amegy Bank of Texas; Houston, Texas 2013 – Present
Senior Level Private Banker, JP Morgan Chase; Houston, Texas. 2010 – 2013
Senior Business Banking Consultant, Wells Fargo Bank; Houston, Texas. 2006 – 2010
Financial Planning Specialist, Guaranty Bank; Houston, Texas. 2005 – 2006
Retirement Planning Specialist, Dearborn & Creggs Investments; Houston, Texas. 2001 – 2005