James Parker
CEO, Senior Funding Consultant at Premier Advanced Lending- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Graduate Global Funding Institute
Global Funding InstituteOct, 2014- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Premier Advanced Lending
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United States
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Banking
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1 - 100 Employee
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CEO, Senior Funding Consultant
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Jan 2015 - Present
Oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations for a small business in the financial services industry. Design and implement marketing and sales strategies to drive business: online marketing, print advertising, cold calling, and in-person networking. Review and evaluate the financial status of businesses, suggest the appropriate funding solution to reach company goals including (but not limited to) business loans, lines of credit, cash advances, real estate financing, factoring, equipment leasing / financing, and church financing. Key Contributions• Monitor and track continuous updates of financial programs for over 150 funding sources, ensuring that clients have access to the most beneficial resources to meet their needs.• Create and develop content for monthly, educational webinars, serving as a knowledgeable resource for clients and strategic partners.• Manage relationships with state and local organizations: Small Business Development Centers, Score Chapters, and Chambers of Commerce
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Coldwell Banker
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Real Estate Sales Associate
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Jan 2012 - Present
Listing,showing,stageing,and negotiation, in acquisition and transfer of residential and comercial property Listing,showing,stageing,and negotiation, in acquisition and transfer of residential and comercial property
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Community Loans of America
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United States
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Financial Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Area Manager
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Jan 2013 - Jan 2015
Leadership of all aspects of operations, sales, training, collections, and recruitment for # employees at 11 loan branch locations. Maximized local exposure and sales opportunities, maintained internal controls, and increased profitability across locations. Coached and trained staff to identify areas of improvement and ensure adherence with all internal processes and procedures, along with regulatory compliance. Key Contributions• Consistent record of achievement and exceeding goals, regularly produced collections and charge offs below company standards of 18% and 3% delinquency.• Planned and developed timely and effective collections strategies for accounts, responsible for sustaining the #1 area for collections (out of 7 areas in the region) over the course of a two year period.• Surpassed target sales by an average of 3% per month quarterly, reduced targeted losses by 1.5%.
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wheels& tires
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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Owner
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Apr 2009 - Apr 2012
Directed operational initiatives for 7 franchise locations with 60 employees, responsible for performance management and profit and loss responsibilities. Executed agreements on behalf of the company involving vendors for construction, marketing, and signage. Motivated and engaged location managers, performed on-site audits, and developed strategic plans.Key Contributions• Drafted and implemented a detailed business plan for company growth and expansion, advised and supported ownership with critical decisions.• Streamlined operations and procedures to increase efficiency and productivity, contributed to the company manuals and process workflow documentation.• Instrumental in contract negotiations and progression of new stores: sourced and screened potential vendors, reviewed project proposals, and collaborated with owners to make final selections.
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H2H Investments
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South Africa
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Chief Operations
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Mar 2003 - Apr 2009
Directed operational initiatives for 7 franchise locations with 60 employees, responsible for performance management and profit and loss responsibilities. Executed agreements on behalf of the company involving vendors for construction, marketing, and signage. Motivated and engaged location managers, performed on-site audits, and developed strategic plans.Key Contributions• Drafted and implemented a detailed business plan for company growth and expansion, advised and supported ownership with critical decisions.• Streamlined operations and procedures to increase efficiency and productivity, contributed to the company manuals and process workflow documentation.• Instrumental in contract negotiations and progression of new stores: sourced and screened potential vendors, reviewed project proposals, and collaborated with owners to make final selections.
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Education
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1973 - 1977
Wabash College
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Psychology,Economics
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