Licensed All-Lines Adjuster skilled in investigating and analyzing claims for personal loss. A pro-active, proficient and results oriented individual with over 35 years’ experience in Customer Relationship Management. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels; interact supportively within a team environment; work well under pressure and in stressful situations; and adapt readily to the demands of the job. Possess strong leadership, decision making, problem solving and time management skills.

We are a community aimed at supporting today’s black women. Our mission is to provide professional and personal resources while uplifting and empowering black women through advocacy, education, mentoring, mental health and wellness resources, life and business coaching, and entrepreneurial and leadership support.

Sylvia Browder is CEO of Browder Consulting Group, a virtual small business consulting and coaching firm. The firm’s mission is simple, to empower women to achieve success through entrepreneurship! Her services include business and marketing plans, offline and online marketing campaigns, loan packaging, website design and maintenance to start up and expanding business owners. Visit her site at (www.browderconsultinggroupllc.com)She is editor of the popular blog, ‘Sylvia Browder’s Blog for Women Entrepreneurs, where she provides business related articles and tips, while profiling the success of women entrepreneurs and authors. (www.sylviabrowder.com) She is a regular contributor for the following online sites and publications: •Examiner.com •EzineArticles.com•She Takes on the World•Bronze Magazine•Evolution Magazine•WomensForum Her popular social networking site, ‘National Association Women on the Rise’ (www.nawomenrise.com) was named in an article on BlackEnterprise.com as one of ‘9 Powerful Social Networking Sites’ for women entrepreneurs.

• Assisted policyholders impacted by wildfires, hailstorms, tornadoes, and other weather-related events throughout the entire claims process. • Handled claims involving first party property investigation, evaluation, estimating and negotiation to ensure optimal claim resolution. • Received excellent customer reviews.• Proficient in Xactimate, NextGen, Excel• Licensed in 18 states.Licenses: Texas, South Carolina, Kentucky, North Carolina, Michigan, Oklahoma, Maine, Nevada, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Oregon, Connecticut, Delaware, New Hampshire and Utah, Florida and Georgia.

Contributing writer for online inspirational & lifestyle magazine that symbolizes the "balanced strength" of today's African American women. Bronze celebrates the lifestyle of the "everyday" woman by highlighting her accomplishments, embracing her beauty, and supporting her values for spiritual growth, love, wellness, and family. Link, http://bronzemagonline.com/contributors/

Specialty Home Services LLC is a leading provider of efficient and cost effective home repair, home maintenance and cleaning services. We provide free estimates and do our best to work within your budget. We are honest, professional and always upfront! We work exclusively with Realtors, Property Managers and Home Inspectors. We Perform A Wide Variety Of Services, Both Small And Large. Below, We Have Listed A Few Of Our Most Popular Services.CLEANING SERVICESAir Duct CleaningCarpet Cleaning Closet/Garage OrganizersGutter CleaningResidential & Commercial CleaningDeck CleaningDoor InstallationDeck Installations/RepairsElectrical ServicesToilet RepairTrash Out ServicesDebris Removal…And more!HOME MAINTENANCEAssemble Swing SetsChange Light Bulbs & FixturesPaint Interiors & ExteriorsHang Pictures & MirrorsHang Ceiling Fans & Lighting FixturesInstall Weather StrippingPressure WashingLawn CareLock Change… And more!HOME REPAIRRepair SidingInstall All Types of Doors & HardwareRepair DrywallCaulk & Recaulk WindowsMailbox Repair or ReplacementReplace WindowsRepair FencesRepair Decks, Porches & RailingsClean & Repair GuttersSoffit and Facia Repair… And more!

Founder & CEO of National Association Women on the Rise (NAWR), a virtual membership association for aspiring and established women entrepreneurs. The association's mission is to provide professional and personal resources while uplifting and empowering women entrepreneurs through collaboration, education, mentoring, spiritual and peer support, leadership and networking. NAWR provides a platform for members to maximize their potential during each phase of their entrepreneurial endeavors.Link, www.nawomenrise.org

Contributing writer of business related articles for Emmy Award winning business and lifestyle blog for women entrepreneurs and women in business. Finalist for 'Blog of the Year' at the Stevie Awards and named by Forbes.com as one of the Twenty Best Marketing and Social Media blogs and Forbes 100 Best Blogs for Women. Link, http://shetakesontheworld.com/author/sylvia

Freelance Journalist for Womensforum, a leading women’s lifestyle company reaching over 40 million people each month according to comScore. Her column “Smart Business Talk” provides the latest marketing strategies, best practices and her 'Ask the Experts' series where she interview successful business women. Link: http://www.womensforum.com/home-and-garden/home-expert-blogs/sylvia-browder.html

Oversaw day to day operations of the Women's Business Center, Inc. (WBC), BizMobile Project, which covers five rural counties located in Hub Zone areas in Southern Alabama Managed WBC program’s $150,000 budget, a performance grant administered by Small Business Administration (SBA) Authorized expenditures within scope of budget and submits to Executive Director for processingRecruited, trained and supervised staff; contractors and volunteersDeveloped and maintained relationships with public and private sector resource partners, including program sponsorsPrimary liaison with community, conducting outreach and marketing for WBC and its programsTracked and reported milestone status to SBA and Executive Director Provided Executive Director with narrative reports in a timely manner; for inclusion in quarterly and year-end reports to SBA and other sponsors Oversaw program performance to be in compliance with SBA program announcement, notice of award, regulations, statute and OMB circulars Provided one-on-one coaching and consulting services to clients who need help in business development or expansion. This includes over 120 counseling hours to more than 50 new clients per year since 2006. Managed client services to start-up and small businesses: business coaching and consulting. Facilitated mentoring and networking events in several rural counties, leading business related topics. This includes over 150 training hours to more than 500 participants per year since 2006.Conducted or recruited trainers for business workshops such as business planning, marketing, customer service, procurement, financial management and certification. Provided quarterly training using FDIC’s Money Smart curriculum to Volunteer of America’s clients. Provided basic business planning workshops to Remington College, Mobile Technical Institute students as well as for the organization’s clients

As Founder and CEO of Commercial Maintenance Solutions, (CMS) developed Administrative, Marketing, Human Resources and Operational positions which aided in the success of start-up. Implemented strategic plan for CMS which aided in gross revenue of $200,000.Completed lengthy certifications to conduct business with County, State and Federal Agencies.Competitively bid on Government and Corporate contracts (RFP’s), thus, awarded several lucrative contracts contributing to an increase of annual sales by $75,000. Hired and managed 20 employees to handle operations and administration. Developed and implemented an Employee Compensation Package to promote longevity and aid in measuring job performance and quality assurance for all Contracted Accounts. Developed an educational and training program which included OSHA standards to promote workplace safety; thus, eliminating workman’s compensation related injuries to “0” claims in a 3 year period.