Derek McClellon
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SUMMARY
Accomplished salesperson with superior work ethic with over 15 years experience in diverse sales environments
Self-motivated and driven to exceed sales goals
Enjoys fast paced work yet maintains focus on accuracy requirements
Defined aptitudes that include a keen attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills
Closer, negotiator, persuader
EXPERIENCE
Non-Captive Life Insurance Agent 2010-Present
Self employed
Represent major Life and Health Insurance carriers as an independent agent
Market, prospect and schedule appointments with clients to match insurance products to meet their needs
1st Reverse Mortgage 2008-2009
Reverse Mortgage Loan Officer
Met or exceeded monthly sales goals
Developed relationships with customers, coworkers, and other stakeholders
Diligent sourcing efforts and coordination of retrieval of required mortgage documents to
Submit electronically
Financial Freedom 2006-2008
Reverse Mortgage Specialist
Originated FHA/ HUD loans though prospecting financial advisors and banks
Conducted group presentations which grew client base by 20%
Wells Fargo 2004-2006
Reverse Mortgage Consultant
Developed cross marketing relationships with Realtors, Financial Advisors, and Senior Citizens Organizations in order to market products
Hosted WHAS weekly radio program targeting reverse mortgage demographic
GMAC Mortgage Company 2002-2004
Loan Officer
1st Loan Officer to originate Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) at GMAC in Louisville thereby increasing account base by 15%
Grew loan origination pipeline over 800K prospecting B2B, referrals and Realtors/Brokers
EDUCATION
McKendree College
Bachelor’s Degree – Business Administration Emphasis in Marketing
Volunteer Activity
Louisville Metro Foster Grandparent Program