Brennah Gaston
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented Sales Representative with experience in planning and working with clients during the complete sales life cycle. Committed to building relationships with colleagues and clients, as well as to accuracy and financial success for company and clients. Excels at marketing products and developing referral networks to sustain and grow customer base. Self-motivation, drive, and consistency have led me to succeed in my current career.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Firearms Instructor
Brennah's Firearms Training
04.2024 - Current
- Remain current on industry trends and legislation, incorporating relevant updates into course materials as needed.
- Increase safety awareness through detailed instruction on proper firearm handling.
- Evaluate trainee progress using established benchmarks, providing clear communication on areas needing improvement or further instruction.
- Adapt instructional methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and skill levels of trainees.
- Provide feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
Mortgage Loan Originator
Longs Peak Lending
09.2023 - Current
- Finding ways to continue to excel in the current challenging sales environment.
- Although mostly sales through referrals, continue to search for new business development.
- Organization and self-motivation are extremely important being at an independent brokerage.
Mortgage Loan Originator
Change Home Mortgage
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Excelled in continuous relationship building.
- Sold approximately 5 new and unique loan products.
- Developed creative ways to help customers achieve loans through 'outside the box' thinking.
- Following up with new and past clients to open up sales opportunities.
Mortgage Loan Originator
First Western Trust
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Continued to build relationships with realtors.
- Kept in touch with past clients.
- Hosted events and co-hosting events.
- Succeeded at funding 3 loans at $956,000.
Mortgage Loan Originator
Cross Country Mortgage
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Cultivated relationships with realtors.
- Self generating leads, including 2 loans funded at $1,100,000.
Mortgage Loan Originator
Amerisave Mortgage
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Met with applicants to obtain information for applications and answer questions about loan processes.
- Listened carefully to customer inquiries and swiftly resolved issues by taking appropriate action.
- Reviewed 97 loan agreements to verify completeness and accuracy according to applicable policies.
- Brokered 40 mortgages in the amount of total funds of $12,000,000.
- Spent valuable time with each applicant to break down complex information into terms that the applicant would easily understand.
- Advised customers to make decisions about loan products and lines of credit based on availability, terms, and benefits.
Personal Trainer
VASA Fitness
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Responsible for personal training sales, customer service, and constantly continuing my education.
- Specialized in strength training, women's health, geriatric training, weight loss, prenatal and postnatal training.
- Certified in CPR, CFSC Level 1, and Stability WOD.
- Consistently achieved one of the top trainers in the company for most sessions trained; averaging 60 sessions a week.
- Communicated with clients to determine goals and performed client assessments.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
Furniture Specialist
One Point Furniture Team
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Responsible for marketing and advertising to attract clients, prepare weekly invoices and sales logs, and using word and excel.
Education
Colby Community College
01.2018
Grandview High School
01.2017
Skills
- Sales Development
- Negotiation Tactics
- Relationship Building
- Pipeline Management
- Organization
- Self-Motivation
- Customer Service-Focused
- Customer Retention
- Lead Generation
- Time Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Competitiveness
- Self-Starter
Accomplishments
I am a competitive pistol shooter. Within my short time of competing I have had some great achievements. In 2023 I was ranked 9th out of 133 shooters, I have won my class and division for every major match I have done, and received an invitation to nationals.
Timeline
Firearms Instructor
Brennah's Firearms Training
04.2024 - Current
Mortgage Loan Originator
Longs Peak Lending
09.2023 - Current
Mortgage Loan Originator
Change Home Mortgage
10.2022 - 09.2023
Mortgage Loan Originator
First Western Trust
05.2022 - 10.2022
Mortgage Loan Originator
Cross Country Mortgage
01.2022 - 05.2022
Mortgage Loan Originator
Amerisave Mortgage
02.2021 - 12.2021
Personal Trainer
VASA Fitness
04.2018 - 06.2020
Furniture Specialist
One Point Furniture Team
02.2018 - 04.2018
Colby Community College
Grandview High School
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