Resume
Michael D. Smith
**** ***** ***** *****, ****, MN 55038 – 612/308-0335 *************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Thorough understanding of sales techniques and methods. Thirty years + experience working with business buyers and sellers and negotiating deals with banks. Skilled at servicing customers and meeting their complex needs. Called business brokers on daily basis to secure deals to process. Worked closely with bankers to secure funding for business sales and acquisitions.
Skills
Self-confidence / highly motivated
Superior communication skills & problem resolution
Meets goals / talented at closing sales
Relentless when prospecting for new business
Excellent customer service & relationship development
Outstanding analytical & critical thinking ability
Ability to multitask and remain organized
Education
Oberlin College, B.A. -- Oberlin, Ohio University of Chicago – Booth School of Business
Work History
Business & Commercial Finance -- 1986 to Present (Owner - SBA Loan Specialist) United Arts Council, President -- St. Paul, MN 1979-1986
Accomplishments
Closed multiple business loans valued at over $50 million
Secured loans with banks across the United States: The Money Store, First Union, Wachovia Bank & Trust, BankVista, Frandsen Bank & Trust and others
Raised over $10.5 million in support for private charities from individual donors through personal calls