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Catherine Rice

Columbia,SC

Summary

Experienced and enthusiastic consultant with track record of success across wide range of industries. Possesses exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical skills to provide advice and expertise to client organizations improving business performance. Experienced in all aspects of operations, strategy and finance. Highly efficient in building and cultivating quality relationships with customers and clients. Eager and fast learner. Seeking this role to further pursue this passion to grow and see others thrive.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Client Associate

Vanguard
02.2024 - Current
  • Manage client expectations with clear communication, leading to stronger relationships and trust building.
  • Assist clients with asset transfers
  • Establish and assist new and existing clients with Estate, Trust, Organization accounts
  • Establish and assist new and existing clients with Individual, Joint, Roth, UTMA, SBA 401k accounts
  • Position investment products to customers.
  • Analyze customer feedback and identified areas for improvement.
  • Maintain detailed records of all client interactions in CRM systems for easy access by other team members as needed.
  • Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying current with industry best practices and emerging trends to better serve clients and contribute to team success.
  • Inform clients on product offerings and capabilities, effectively conveying value propositions.
  • Increase account retention through consistent communication and relationship-building efforts.
  • Reduce company expenses, identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing cost-cutting measures.
  • Participate in regular meetings with senior leadership to discuss progress towards company objectives relating to finance and growth.
  • Maintain knowledge of new investment products and assisted in developing sales strategies.

Agent

Taylored Realty
03.2022 - Current

Manage Real Estate Transactions

  • Sales
  • Help design and implement effective marketing strategies, targeting prospective clients and leads.
  • Work in careful consideration to client needs and desires
  • Work along side of realtors, lenders, attorneys, and other partners
  • Build strong relationships with clients and deliver excellent service
  • Manage sales pipeline by effectively following up with potential clients and leads
  • Followed up on customers' inquiries to assess satisfaction with provided solutions.
  • Maintained comprehensive product and service knowledge for accurate, informative customer advice.
  • Call prospective clients in market area to explain products offered and qualify leads.
  • Processed client orders quickly and accurately for timely delivery.

Afterschool Director

THE EZEKIEL INC
06.2021 - 01.2024
  • Oversee daily operations and coordinate activities
  • Lead team of over 50 staff and volunteers
  • Establish, maintain rapport and work closely with internal partnerships to gather community support in form of donors, staff, mentors, volunteers, connections with schools
  • Set up visits, meetings, presentations, and lunches to check in with partners and organization leaders regularly
  • Streamlined communication processes between program staff, enhancing overall team cohesion and efficiency.
  • Host virtual webinars, meetings, and orientations
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback to promote growth among team members.
  • Meet targeted goals for donors and sponsor support
  • Provide guidance and support to staff, parents, volunteers, and students
  • Plan and actively engage in events and community outreach
  • Increased student participation by establishing strong relationships with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Enhanced program effectiveness by developing and implementing innovative after-school activities.
  • Boosted student morale by creating positive and nurturing learning environment for all participants.
  • Managed logistics for special events and field trips, ensuring smooth operations and memorable experiences for all involved parties.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly reports
  • Facilitate site specific staff meetings and professional development opportunities
  • Provide excellent service and make adjustments as needed to ensure the a quality experience for the individuals we serve
  • Assist with recruiting and onboarding new staff, volunteers, and families
  • Manage student enrollment
  • Effectively communicate with our partners any updates, changes, and/or future plans regarding the organization
  • Manage payroll and receive tuition payments

FINANCIAL SERVICES REP/CONSULTANT

Charles Schwab
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • educate clients about investment strategies, trading tools, market mechanics, and retirement choices 401k and IRA etc
  • efficiently meet targeted goals
  • engage with, advocate for, offer guidance to clients when receiving calls, and tackling complex issues to offer the best possible solution
  • Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
  • Delivered outstanding service to clients to maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • help clients reach their financial goals assist clients with their accounts (I.e moving money, provide documents) take inbound calls

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC

High School Diploma -

Irmo High School
Columbia, SC
06.2011

Skills

Market Strategies

  • Staff Management
  • Operations Analysis
  • Leadership and taking Initiative
  • Analytical skills
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Computer Literacy
  • Project Management
  • Strong Communication

Certification

SIE License

Series 7 License

Series 63 License

Real Estate License

Chalmers Center Finances Certification

Timeline

Client Associate

Vanguard
02.2024 - Current

FINANCIAL SERVICES REP/CONSULTANT

Charles Schwab
04.2023 - 09.2023

Agent

Taylored Realty
03.2022 - Current

Afterschool Director

THE EZEKIEL INC
06.2021 - 01.2024

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Charleston Southern University

High School Diploma -

Irmo High School
Catherine Rice