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Michael Kirkegaard

San Tan Valley

Summary

Life is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced. -Søren Kierkegaard

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Executive

Consolidated Personnel Services
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Developed and implemented a Professional Employer Organization Model to collaborate with local businesses, optimizing their profitability and fostered enduring partnerships
  • Implemented outside sales strategies for payroll, benefits, and worker's compensation plans targeting small to medium sized businesses
  • Managed new incremental sales for the East Valley Phoenix area

Vice President Mortgage Loan Officer

The Federal Savings Bank
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Oversaw all aspects of residential home loan financing from initiation to completion
  • Performed thorough analysis of clients' financial status to provide expert guidance on ideal mortgage options
  • Provided direct support for veterans to achieve financial objectives
  • Funded 52 million in residential loans from October 2020 to December 2023

Debt Consultant

Freedom Debt Relief
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Consulted with individual clients and tailored debt approaches to help them achieve financial freedom
  • Utilized a discovery sales approach to identify and address clients' debt relief needs
  • Leveraged 7.5 years of phone sales expertise and training to consistently surpass personal and organizational targets

Vice President Mortgage Loan Officer

The Federal Savings Bank
10.2020 - 10.2022
  • Established efficient processes to handle the origination, review, processing, and funding of residential home loan finances
  • Evaluated individual financial situations of clients to recommend the most suitable mortgage options
  • Assisted veterans in achieving their financial objectives
  • Funded 46.5 million in residential loans from 10/01/2020 to 10/01/2022
  • Achieved an average sales volume of 1.93 million per month for the past 24 months in residential mortgage lending

President's Club Mortgage Loan Officer

Rocket Mortgage
06.2016 - 10.2020
  • Originated and reviewed residential home loan finances
  • Evaluated client's financial circumstances to advise on optimal mortgage options
  • Achieved an average monthly closing volume of $4,000,000 in 2020
  • Consistently surpassed the monthly production goal by 51% in 2020
  • Received Love our clients award for delivering exceptional client experience

Inside Sales

Wild West Lighting
07.2015 - 06.2016
  • Managed and delegated incoming job bids
  • Facilitated daily bid meetings to ensure timely and aggressive job bids
  • Utilized strategic bidding techniques to secure contracts and gain competitive advantage in the Phoenix lighting industry
  • Applied extensive lighting product knowledge to match the ideal fixture with specific application needs

Market Manager

Milwaukee Tool
07.2014 - 07.2015
  • Generated additional sales by cultivating relationships with San Diego's leading mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors
  • Achieved 20% growth and generated $1 million in new incremental sales
  • Provided power tool solutions to major construction sites in San Diego
  • Fostered strong partnerships with local training centers, trade unions and industry organizations to establish a mutually beneficial relationship between the PHCC, NECA, MCAA and Milwaukee Tool

Field Sales Representative

Techtronic Industries, NA
07.2013 - 07.2014
  • Increased sales territory by 25%, generating $1,143,311 in total sales and $227,736 in incremental new business for 2013
  • Managed multi-million-dollar power tool sales territory of Home Depots
  • Drove Techtronic Industries sales across various sales channels
  • Created brand awareness through marketing events and trade shows
  • Received promotion to join Milwaukee Tool in San Diego after just one year on the job
  • Attained the highest sales comp percentage within the team at the time of promotion, demonstrating exceptional performance (29%)

Education

Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies, Business and Communication Emphasis -

Arizona State University
12.2012

Timeline

Account Executive

Consolidated Personnel Services
03.2024 - 05.2024

Vice President Mortgage Loan Officer

The Federal Savings Bank
05.2023 - 01.2024

Debt Consultant

Freedom Debt Relief
12.2022 - 05.2023

Vice President Mortgage Loan Officer

The Federal Savings Bank
10.2020 - 10.2022

President's Club Mortgage Loan Officer

Rocket Mortgage
06.2016 - 10.2020

Inside Sales

Wild West Lighting
07.2015 - 06.2016

Market Manager

Milwaukee Tool
07.2014 - 07.2015

Field Sales Representative

Techtronic Industries, NA
07.2013 - 07.2014

Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Studies, Business and Communication Emphasis -

Arizona State University
Michael Kirkegaard