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Karim Tolbert

Elko New Market

Summary

Business-minded and operations-driven professional with experience across customer relations, claims management, sales, and fast-paced operational leadership within a rapidly growing business environment. Proven ability to adapt in evolving situations, improve processes, manage complex communication, and contribute to scaling operations while maintaining a strong customer experience focus. Former collegiate athlete and team leader with a disciplined, growth-oriented mindset and a strong interest in business development, operations, fan experience, and organizational growth within the sports industry. Motivated to bring an entrepreneurial perspective, strong work ethic, and dynamic problem-solving approach into a high-performance professional environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Claims Management Specialist

Jeff Belzer's
Lakeville, MN
09.2025 - Current

- > Coordinated vehicle damage claims through final resolution by managing communication between guests, internal staff, and repair partners to ensure timely repairs, accurate documentation, and efficient claim resolution.

-> Coordinated with our repair shop, insurance processes, and internal operations to minimize downtime

-> Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate claims processing.

-> Resolved time-sensitive issues while maintaining professionalism and customer relationships


Rental Fleet Representative

Jeff Belzer's
Lakeville, MN
08.2025 - Current

-> Helped scale our 160+ rental fleet operation during a period of rapid company growth, adapting to evolving systems and processes in a fast paced startup style environment.

-> Maintained consistent customer communication throughout the rental process, managing scheduling updates, issue resolution, and last minute operational changes to ensure smooth execution

-> Collaborated with team members through ongoing operational meetings and process development initiatives to improve workflow efficiency, communication, and overall customer experience.

-> Assisted in building and refining operational procedures from the ground up by identifying challenges, testing solutions, and adapting processes as the business rapidly expanded.

-> Responded quickly to changing schedules, vehicle availability issues, and customer concerns by coordinating with internal staff to maintain operational flow and service standards.

Sales Representative

Jeff Belzer's
Lakeville, MN
04.2023 - 04.2025

-> Developed sales and customer relationship experience in a high-volume dealership environment at one of Minnesota’s top automotive retailers.

-> Built and maintained customer relationships through consultative sales and personalized service in a fast paced dealership environment.

-> Guided customers through the full vehicle purchasing process while balancing communication, negotiations, financing coordination, and customer satisfaction.

-> Developed strong interpersonal and problem solving skills by working directly with customers to identify needs, address concerns, and deliver solutions.

Education

No Degree -

University of Wisconsin, Stout
Menomonie, WI

High School Diploma -

Belle Plaine Senior High School
Belle Plaine, MN
05-2022

Skills

  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Process Development & Improvement
  • Fast-Paced Operational Execution
  • Accountability & Ownership
  • Professional Communication
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Adaptability under pressure

Timeline

Claims Management Specialist

Jeff Belzer's
09.2025 - Current

Rental Fleet Representative

Jeff Belzer's
08.2025 - Current

Sales Representative

Jeff Belzer's
04.2023 - 04.2025

No Degree -

University of Wisconsin, Stout

High School Diploma -

Belle Plaine Senior High School
Karim Tolbert