CAMELIA SABETI

5809 PRAIRIE RIDGE DRIVE * SHOREVIEW, MN 55126 (952) 210-0815

csb08c56@westpost.net
Customer Service/Sales

Award-winning, performance-driven, detail-oriented professional with a proven tr

ack record of exceeding performance targets, cultivating client relationships, e
nhancing account revenues, and achieving the highest levels of customer satisfac
tion. 15 years solid experience in the insurance, investment, and financial serv
ices industry. Recognized ability to see the big picture and quickly find solut
ions for improvement. Stellar performance in driving sales, creating opportunit
ies, lead creation, and relationship development through tireless and relentless
results-oriented performance. Highly proficient in a fast-paced environment whe
re multi-tasking, absolute quality control, deadlines, and quotas are mandated.
Focused, top-notch talent for resolving customer issues quickly and effectively
even in high pressure, uncharted, and tight deadline situations.
CAREER PROGRESSION
Prudential Financial, Plymouth, MN 2005 2008
Life Insurance Retention Representative
Instrumental in consistently creating and closing sales opportunities by quickly
developing rapport with orphan clients calling to terminate their insurance pro
gram. Provided clients with a policy analysis, advantages of maintaining program
, and/or offering alternative programs providing affordable protection. Created
new sales opportunities through aggressive lead development and marketing. Instr
umental in the implementation of streamlining telephone procedures, creating the
potential to capture 5,000 sales opportunities. Appointed to sales illustratio
n team to provide expertise based on exceptional personal performance. Recipien
t of multiple awards for dedication, exceptional productivity, sales success, an
d customer service.
American Express Financial Advisors, Minnetonka, MN 2003 2004
Para planner/Assistant to Franchise Senior Financial Advisor
Provided a key role in the financial planning practice Advisor for AMEX. Launch
ed sales and marketing efforts through aggressive lead generation, cold calling,
and relentless follow-up which resulted in significant increases in scheduled a
ppointments, customer portfolio evaluations, and new client assignments.

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Transamerica Financial / AEGON, St Louis Park, MN 2001 2003

Internal Wholesaler
Recruited by Transamerica to drive sales and market annuities and life insurance
 products to external wholesalers, primarily with Chase and PNC. As an internal
wholesaler, was charged with processing 80-100 incoming calls and making 100-15
0 calls to brokers; consistently exceed those numbers by 50-100%. Tenaciously a
nd relentlessly promoted products, developed strong relationships, processed new
business, and rose to the top producer position for 2 consecutive years.
Miller, Johnson, Steichen, Kinnard, Inc., Minneapolis, MN 1999 2001
Annuities Product Manager
Through aggressive contact management, marketing, and relationship development,
realized an increase in assets under management by 40%. Developed contracts wit
h 50 life insurance companies; actively marketed the Top 10 companies through in
ternal and external brokers. Created and implemented easy to understand marketi
ng spreadsheets of the most highly rated insurance companies for use by the brok
ers during their presentations. Wrote and maintained critical product informati
on on company Intranet serving as a tool for brokers to use as part of their sal
es presentation. Developed weekly luncheons as a vehicle to build relationships
with 30-40 external brokers by scheduling experts in the field as guest speaker
s during the informal gathering. Oversaw invitations, catering, scheduling speak
ers, and facilitated the meeting.
American Express Financial Advisors, Minneapolis, MN
Process Consultant (1992-1998)
Service Consultant (1990 1992)
Charged with providing key services in product support, transaction processing,
and client services in mutual fund asset management. Completed extensive traini
ng in operational procedures and IRS tax regulations to evaluate tax issues on t
rades, based on clients situation. Responded to customer concerns in exceptiona
lly timely and detailed manner, resulting in often being appointed to represent
supervisor in his/her absence. Started a new product Strategic portfolio servic
e, a mutual fund wrap product. Recipient of multiple performance accolades and
recognition.
EDUCATION
1 BA, Political Science, University of Minnesota * Minneapolis St. Paul, MN
2 Life & Health Licenses