Bruce Tanquist
Chanhassen
Summary
Dynamic VP Workout Specialist at Wells Fargo Equipment Finance, Inc., skilled in relationship building and decision-making. Achieved significant improvements in team productivity and streamlined processes, enhancing efficiency in bankruptcy case management. Proven track record in fostering collaboration and implementing strategic initiatives to drive long-term goals.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
VP Workout Specialist
Wells Fargo Equipment Finance, Inc.
05.2001 - 06.2024
- Cultivated strong relationships with customers, reposession companies, attorneys, and remarketing companies.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate co-workers and build teamates
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
Bankruptcy Manager
Wells Fargo Financial Services Company
07.1997 - 05.2001
- Increased team productivity by providing support, guidance, and training to junior staff members.
- Implemented effective monitoring procedures to track case progress and promptly address any issues that arose during the process.
- Collaborated with attorneys and paralegals, ensuring accurate preparation of court documents and timely submission.
- Improved bankruptcy case management efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing task automation.
Collection Manager
Cityside Loan & Savings, Inc.
08.1988 - 06.1997
- Streamlined the collections process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of all collection activities, providing transparency to stakeholders and senior management.
- Actively participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay current on best practices in debt collection management techniques.
- Reduced delinquency rates through vigilant monitoring and proactive communication with clients.
- Retained attorneys for litigation and lift stay motions in bankruptcy.
- Went to small claims courts to obtain deficiency judgments on car and other laons.
Collector and Workout Specialist
IFG Leasing Company
08.1984 - 07.1988
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly targets, promoting a positive work environment and boosting overall productivity.
- Contacted customers to discuss payment schedules and set up or immediately process payments.
- Reduced outstanding debts by implementing strategic collections tactics and maintaining open lines of communication with customers.
- Streamlined debt collection processes for increased efficiency in the workplace.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN06-1987
Skills
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
Timeline
VP Workout Specialist
Wells Fargo Equipment Finance, Inc.
05.2001 - 06.2024
Bankruptcy Manager
Wells Fargo Financial Services Company
07.1997 - 05.2001
Collection Manager
Cityside Loan & Savings, Inc.
08.1988 - 06.1997
Collector and Workout Specialist
IFG Leasing Company
08.1984 - 07.1988
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Minnesota
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