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David DeMore

Latrobe,PA

Summary

Insurance industry professional experienced in marketing and sales of multiple lines of insurance and insurance claims services. Energetic and enthusiastic with demonstrated success in fast-paced and deadline driven environments. Collects and analyzes data, provide cost-effective solutions and meet the needs of clients by recommending suitable insurance products to provide financial security.

High-energy Trainer familiar with establishing clear training plans and putting together useful support materials to promote advancements in student learning. Well-versed in operating under tight schedules and with little supervision. Contributes 9 years of experience in training, teaching and mentoring professionals in corporate environments.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

Unemployed

Disability
01.2014 - 07.2023
  • Survived on social security and disability.

Freelancer

self employed
Wausau, Wisconsin
01.2001 - 12.2009
  • Sorted or inserted newspaper sections to organize content prior to delivery.
  • Assembled and bagged newspapers prior to delivery and arranged displays at newsstands .
  • Inserted fliers or promotional materials and bagged newspapers to keep content intact.

Paper Cutter

Martech
Wausau, Wisconsin
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Completed maintenance such as sharpening or changing blades.
  • Operated equipment methodically to meet quality standards.
  • Performed physical and visual quality control inspections at different stages in process to quickly identify issues.
  • Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.

Manager

National Catholic Society of Forrester
Wausau, Wisconsin
01.1990 - 07.1996
  • Accomplished financial objectives by forecasting requirements, scheduling expenditures and preparing annual budgets.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
  • Organized seminars, dinners to establish state planning including state's attorneys guidelines for successful insurance operations

Insurance Sales Agent

Fraternal Services
Pittsburgh, Pensylvannia
02.1982 - 08.1990
  • Increased sales through consultative sales approach and focused relationship building with new and existing policy holders.
  • Rewrote and reinstated insurance policies, following underwriting and business rules.
  • Provided leadership and training for new agents regarding industry best practices and company policies.
  • Researched and analyzed beneficial insurance and investment options and made recommendations to clients.

Retail Manager

Bass & Company
Naples, FL
01.1980 - 12.1981
  • Managed daily operations by completing purchasing, inventory control, merchandising and product distribution tasks.
  • Hired and trained positive, enthusiastic employees to boost talents of retail team.
  • Led employee performance evaluations and rewarded top performers to retain quality personnel.
  • Connected with customers to provide assistance and collect feedback to optimize operations.

Insurance Sales Representative

Reserve Life
Dallas, Texas
06.1978 - 07.1980
  • Interviewed prospective clients to gather information on financial needs and discuss existing coverage.
  • Offered policy guidance and management to promote asset protection.
  • Researched and analyzed beneficial insurance and investment options and made recommendations to clients.
  • Provided leadership and training for new agents regarding industry best practices and company policies.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Vaccum Cleaner Salesman

Kirby Company
Wausau, Wisconsin
01.1976 - 07.1978
  • Assessed customer needs through detailed questioning and presented products to fill those requirements.
  • Applied knowledge of consultative and relationship-driven sales techniques to drive new business opportunities with clients.
  • Weeded out unlikely prospects quickly and redirected time and efforts to potential customers.
  • Built territory-specific sales plans by reviewing competitor activities and lead spending trends.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Inventory Control

Air Force
Columbus Ohio
05.1974

High School Diploma -

Trafford High School
Trafford Pensylvannia
01.1972

Skills

  • New Business Development
  • Team Training and Development
  • Consultative Sales Techniques
  • Policy Management Expertise
  • Insurance Sales Strategy
  • Lead Prospecting
  • Proposal Preparation
  • Complaint Resolution
  • Issue and Complaint Resolution
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Timeline

Unemployed

Disability
01.2014 - 07.2023

Freelancer

self employed
01.2001 - 12.2009

Paper Cutter

Martech
01.1999 - 01.2001

Manager

National Catholic Society of Forrester
01.1990 - 07.1996

Insurance Sales Agent

Fraternal Services
02.1982 - 08.1990

Retail Manager

Bass & Company
01.1980 - 12.1981

Insurance Sales Representative

Reserve Life
06.1978 - 07.1980

Vaccum Cleaner Salesman

Kirby Company
01.1976 - 07.1978

Some College (No Degree) - Inventory Control

Air Force

High School Diploma -

Trafford High School
David DeMore