Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Technical Skills and Interests
Languages
References
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DIANNE ALFONSO

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Experienced professional in the financial and insurance industry, I am a highly reliable associate with a strong ambition to cultivate and establish my personal brand. As a motivated individual, I bring a wealth of experience and am eager to tackle new challenges. I am actively seeking opportunities to leverage my expertise in marketing, contributing to the strategic growth and success of an organization.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Investment and Retirement Planner Associate

Royal Bank of Canada
New Westminster, BC
08.2022 - Current

My role involves ensuring the efficiency and productivity of the Senior Financial Planner I am supporting through:

  • Managing proper documentation, safeguard confidential information, and maintain a secure record for clients.
  • Organizing daily calendar and scheduling appointments.
  • Contributing to sales growth through product introductions and providing excellent customer service by assisting clients with account navigation and addressing financial inquiries.

Financial Advisor

Sun Life of Canada Philippines, Inc.
Makati, Philippines
03.2017 - 01.2022

I successfully marketed and sold insurance and investment plans to both individual clients and businesses. My responsibilities included:

  • Conducting consultations and presentations tailored to meet the specific needs of clients.
  • Formulating and implementing comprehensive marketing strategies to generate sales.

My notable achievements performing this role are:

  • Financial planning seminars, such as '7 Steps to Money for Life,' '10 Facts About Money,' and 'Budgeting Skills You Need to Know.' These seminars garnered significant success and received positive reviews from attendees.
  • Receiving company and team recognition such as Advisor of the Month and Fast Track Qualifier multiple times.

Business Owner

D's R Kitchenette and Cipela- Handcrafted Shoes and Sandals
Manila, Philippines
03.2019 - 01.2022
  • Crafted the menu and product designs, showcasing my creative capabilities and commitment to delivering a polished and quality products.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Managed operations budgeting, product inventory and cash flow.

Executive Assistant

RTA Management Services Inc.
Manila, Philippines
07.2014 - 11.2017

RTAMSI is a Life and Non-life Insurance Brokerage company, my role included:

  • Effectively managed the day-to-day schedules of the CEO and CFO - that includes meeting and travel arrangement.
  • Prepared presentation and reports and organized confidential company documents.
  • Played a key role in maintaining budget compliance during the organization of company events and activities through cultivating positive relationships with vendors.

Among my achievement performing this role:

  • Created and implemented a formulated excel document to monitor client information, ensuring streamlined management of medical schedules, birthdays, and special events. Including systematic approach in physical document filing.
  • Provided valuable assistance to our international brokerage partner by orchestrating a successful partner meeting event in Hong Kong. This included coordinating hotel bookings, managing food catering, and overseeing the distribution of tokens.

Administrative Assistant

GG&A Insurance and Financial Services
Makati, Philippines
03.2013 - 07.2014
  • Managed client inquiries and maintained up-to-date client records.
  • Reported directly to the owner, my responsibilities extended to addressing both personal and official needs, including meetings, events, and travel appointments.
  • Managed less than 10 employees payroll and benefits.

A significant achievement during my tenure involved:

  • Implementation of an automated notification system for client's account renewals and birthdays. This thoughtful gesture, which included greetings and gifts, significantly enhanced customer relations and resulted in a remarkable 50 percent increase in sales.
  • Restructured and implemented a systematic filing system, encompassing both electronic and hard copies, to facilitate efficient navigation and retrieval of client files.

Education

Diploma - Marketing Management

Langara College
Vancouver, BC
12-2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Southern Luzon State University
Philippines
03-2011

Skills

  • Executive and Administrative Support
  • Travel Administration
  • Meeting Planning
  • Scheduling
  • Presentation Development
  • Financial Services
  • Event Calendar Management
  • Client Relationship Development
  • Sales and Marketing Strategy

Certification

  • Google Ads Video and Search Certification, Google Academy, 09/01/22
  • Digital Marketing, HubSpot Academy, 11/01/22
  • Insurance Advisor, Department of Insurance Commission - Philippines, 03/01/17

Technical Skills and Interests

  • Microsoft Office Application (Apple and Windows OS)
  • Event Planning - Team Building, Sales Meeting, Awarding Ceremony, and Anniversary and Year-end Party
  • Time and Calendar Management - proficient in using organizer application such as Outlook, Teams, Monday, Calendly and Structured
  • Interpersonal Communication - experienced salesperson and customer service representative. Finished course in Interpersonal Communication with an A grade.
  • Expense report and employee payroll and benefits.
  • Interest includes - cooking and baking, painting, arts and crafts, travelling.

Languages

Filipino
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Investment and Retirement Planner Associate

Royal Bank of Canada
08.2022 - Current

Business Owner

D's R Kitchenette and Cipela- Handcrafted Shoes and Sandals
03.2019 - 01.2022

Financial Advisor

Sun Life of Canada Philippines, Inc.
03.2017 - 01.2022

Executive Assistant

RTA Management Services Inc.
07.2014 - 11.2017

Administrative Assistant

GG&A Insurance and Financial Services
03.2013 - 07.2014

Diploma - Marketing Management

Langara College

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Southern Luzon State University
DIANNE ALFONSO