C O L L I N P R O B S T
Bloomington, IL ***** 309-***-**** ********@*****.***
S U M M A R Y
An eager and competent learner who works diligently to solve problems. Seeking to bring unique and broad experiences in order to assist in accomplishing goals and enhancing processes.
Additional skills include:
Proven leadership abilities Innovative thinking Adaptable Eager to take initiative Flexible
E X P E R I E N C E
Colonial Life ASM (Assistant Sales Manager) Bloomington, IL Jan ’21 – Present
·Joined a scratch district in Champaign, IL as one of three total people in district, then merged with Bloomington team
·Quickly promoted to ASM from ASR (Agency Sales Representative) to help train new ASRs and help manage the team
·Prioritize relationship building with local Brokers
·Built territory wiki (Notion) with intention of sharing with future team and peers
·Top 5 in activity for the territory
Gearadical.com Co- founder, Editor-in-Chief Buffalo, MN (Remote) Feb ’20 – Present
·Co-founded Gearadical in February of 2020 which has expanded to 24 employees including writers, editors, a business team, and a social media team in first 10 months
·Oversee all products being tested, all outgoing communications, project assignments and staff
·Observe over 30,000 unique visitors per month (UVPM) to our site, with growth projected
·Built and run the website in WordPress / GoDaddy
·Designed and implemented project management infrastructure
oCurrently using Slack and Trello, familiar with Airtable, Notion, Avana, etc.
·Champion creative advancements and improvements
Chick-Fil-A Manager Clarksville, IN Sept ’20 – January ‘21
·Adapted to a new work environment and was promoted to manager position in 2.5 months with a wide variety of tasks
·Thriving in a fast-paced working environment while working alongside team members striving for excellence and upholding high company standards
·Demonstrated learning agility by adapting new vernacular and changing processes while maintaining consistent core values
·Innovatively improved the overall customer delivery experience by suggesting and implementing new technology
Appleton Alliance Church Student Ministries Worship Director Appleton, WI Aug ’17 – July ‘20
·Led team of 30+ volunteers, student congregation of around 400 at a church of 3500 attendees
·Responsible for planning every student event’s creative elements including technology systems, musical elements, and group activities
·Communicated creative plans with a team of 6 coworkers
·Mentored and empowered students in their leadership skills and musical abilities
·Found innovative solutions to work within a given budget and helped with project management
·Worked to create efficiency in the team and in processes
Best Buy Geek Squad Ahwatukee, AZ Mar ’17 – Aug ‘17
·Position included front desk repairs and support, hardware repairs, and installations as well as customer support to ensure customer satisfaction
E D U C A T I O N
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix AZ — Bachelor’s in Music and Leadership 2017 – 2018
Lincoln Christian University, Lincoln IL – Undergraduate Coursework 2015 - 2016
Heartland Community College, Normal IL — Undergraduate Coursework 2015