Founder of Blevins Insurance Group, an independent insurance agency based in Tulsa, OK.Successfully develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies, resulting in a substantial increase in clientele and revenue.Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing personalized insurance solutions tailored to their specific needs. Ensure client satisfaction through effective communication and dedicated service.Establish and nurture partnerships with insurance carriers to secure competitive rates and a diverse range of products, enhancing the agency's offerings.Manage day-to-day operations, overseeing marketing initiatives, sales activities, client servicing, and claims processing. Implement efficient workflows to optimize agency operations.Lead a team producers and account managers in providing exceptional service to personal and business clients.Manage the financial aspects of the agency, including budgeting, financial reporting, and profit optimization. Implement cost-effective measures to enhance profitability.Maintain a deep understanding of industry regulations and ensure the agency's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Implement best practices to uphold ethical standards.

Acquired and revitalized a struggling Farmers agency, elevating client retention from 70% to an impressive 89% within a span of two years.Oversaw the management and growth of a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring their insurance needs were addressed with precision and effectiveness.Conducted regular client meetings to review policies, address concerns, and identify opportunities for additional coverage. Fostered strong client relationships through proactive communication and personalized service.Mentored and trained team members on insurance products, sales techniques, and customer relationship management, contributing to a knowledgeable and high-performing team.Developed and executed strategic plans aimed at acquiring new clients, resulting in the prestigious Topper Club achievement during the first year of agency ownership. Applied a data-driven approach to target and capture new business opportunities.Provided personalized insurance solutions to clients by assessing their unique needs and offering tailored coverage, emphasizing a client-centric approach.

Provided functional expertise, support and consultation of the recruiting process to Talent Acquisition Directors, HR Managers, and Global HR Leads from a global Center of Excellence supporting six Business Units and Corporate.Successfully led the Talent Acquisition regulation compliance activities in the U.S., implemented 2015 OFCCP requirements for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities in the ATS (Taleo) in partnership with Employee Relations.Implemented first ever ConocoPhillips U.S. Employee Referral Program including vendor management and communication plan. Drove Applicant Tracking System strategic direction through full life cycle optimization and partnership with IT resources for upgrades and system management.Managed additional vendor relationships for specialty tools and services supporting sourcing, compliance, digital, and brand. Key TA representative in global cross-functional HR effort to improve onboarding through evaluation of processes and collaborative recommendations. Identified opportunities and process gaps to enhance existing Talent Acquisition programs and consulted on solution design. Sole SME for delivery of key metrics and report analyzing performance, compliance, and risk.

Served as a strategic partner to build awareness of the ConocoPhillips military recruiting initiative. Built and sustained a pipeline of potential candidates through military recruitment and professional conference networking for critical skill roles. Consistently maintained 80-85 requisitions with a 94% offer acceptance rate and a Hiring Manager Satisfaction rate of 4.6 out of 5.0.Educated ConocoPhillips potential new hires on compensation and benefit packages Managed the recruiting process from start to finish (staffing plan discussions, sourcing, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding). Advised Hiring Managers and Human Resource Business Partners throughout the recruiting process.

Executed strategic sourcing techniques including internet, internal and external databases, employee referrals, and job fairs. Implemented Taleo Recruiting Suite within the South Tulsa location. Successfully recruited 5 – 12 new employees per week. Built and managed outside recruitment relationships, developed and maintained a recruiting network. Built and sustained a network of potential candidates for high volume recruiting environment. Conducted interview and selection process, partnering with team managers to define interview strategy and frame offer packages. Partnered with external vendors to obtain criminal background information. Processed and audited all new hire paperwork ensuring 100% compliance with various laws and regulatory mandates.

Managed daily operations, opening and closing functions, effective merchandising and displays, customer service. Coached and developed 80+ hourly employees. Trained and evaluated staff performance; prepared weekly schedules and oversaw payroll.Effective communication skills for presenting the features of products and services while ensuring optimal customer satisfaction and retention in a competitive marketplace. Consistently achieved and/or exceeded all corporate sales quotas annually.