Gerrand Cook
Minneapolis
Summary
Motivated Business Development Associate bringing 8 year career in territory development and prospecting. Business development and social media expert versed in quickly mastering new concepts and technologies to drive successful market development. Consultative sales specialist.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Math Teacher
Ascension Catholic School
02.2024 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Developed detailed knowledge of school's mathematics scope and sequence for all related levels to better serve students.
- Modeled core values of school on daily basis in interactions with students, families, administrators and fellow teachers.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Finance Coordinator (remote)
Urban League
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided support in budget preparation and contract development.
- Gathered and collected all financial information for business and verified accuracy in system.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable transactions.
- Resolved various escalated billing charges.
- Met weekly with department managers to discuss financial information according to current needs.
- Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
- Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
Senior Loan Officer
OneMain Financial
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Submitted loan applications to underwriter for verification and recommendations.
- Reviewed and edited loan agreements to promote efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of bank records and client information.
- Originated, reviewed, processed, closed, and administered customer loan proposals.
- Advised clients on mortgage, education and personal loans.
- Examined customer loan applications for loan approvals and denials.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through high levels of customer service.
Business Development Specialist
Soul Of Me Speaks LLC
01.2018 - 02.2022
- Came up with detailed plans to enhance sales management and prioritize long-term business goals.
- Expanded customer base by identifying needs, developing solutions and delivering client-centered products.
- Used SalesForce to handle current portfolio and prospective leads.
- Conducted regular meetings with 45 clients to build positive and productive relationships.
- Negotiated contracts and closed sales with new and existing clients.
- Developed business pipeline using cold and warm techniques.
- Verified work aligned with service levels agreed and client requirements.
- Reviewed client concerns and recommended appropriate changes to supervisors.
Brand and Marketing Manager
WIS International Inventory Service
04.2016 - 10.2019
- Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
- Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
- Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing ROI.
- Captured new customers by optimizing business strategies and launching products to diversify offerings.
- Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
- Secured long-term accounts by recommending strategies to promote brand effectiveness and highlight product benefits.
- Launched successful digital marketing campaigns that achieved goals for increased website traffic.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN10-2025
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN02-2025
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2023
Skills
- Concept demonstrations
- Reporting requirements
- Multimedia use
- Hands-on demonstrations
- Verbal and written communication
- Group leadership
- Multimedia integration
- Literacy skills
- Instructional strategies
- Cash flow management
- Account reconciliation
- Finance and accounting support
- Accounts receivable management
- Relationship management
- Key account management
- New business opportunities
- Business analysis
- Competitive analysis
- Product positioning
- Campaign management
- Partnership development
Timeline
Middle School Math Teacher
Ascension Catholic School
02.2024 - Current
Finance Coordinator (remote)
Urban League
01.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Loan Officer
OneMain Financial
01.2020 - 03.2023
Business Development Specialist
Soul Of Me Speaks LLC
01.2018 - 02.2022
Brand and Marketing Manager
WIS International Inventory Service
04.2016 - 10.2019
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Walden University
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
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