Alvino Larios

Experience

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  Los Angeles Schools FCU

  Nov 1989 - Jun 1994

  Loan Officer

  Process loan applications and grant/approve loan request for credit union members. Develop business partnerships with Fleet Managers at various automobile dealerships. Develop streamline process for loan request.

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  AVCO Financial Services

  Jun 1994 - May 1996

  Branch Manager

  • Manage a team of 6 loan officers and provide financial services• Approve and grant credit to applicants• Developed dealership business• Responsible in reducing delinquent accounts• Represent the company in legal matters• Customer Service• Credit life insurance sales/personal property insurance sales

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  Associates Home Equity Services

  Jun 1997 - Jun 2002

  Regional Vice President

  • Managed team of account executives and increase market share by 50% in the sub-prime mortgage industry• Developed business and serviced mortgage brokers, pre-underwrite and prepare for bulk purchase• Processed and structured mortgage loans• Pre-underwrite• Assisted in training of new processors in corporate office located out of state• Maintained a closed loan volume at 1.5 million per month• Established working relationships with banks• Attended sponsorship events and trade shows Show less

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  Playgrounds Plus, Inc.

  Jun 2002 - Sept 2005

  Territory Sales Manager

  • Developed and managed sales territory in Southern California• Increased sales by 60%• Conducted thorough site assessments and design consultation services• Assist in project management • Customer Service• Assist in trade shows and marketing efforts• Develop business with landscape architects• Maintained existing customer relationships from small and large organizations

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  Innovative Playgrounds Company, Inc

  Nov 2005 - now

  CEO/ Owner

  Established a new company from the ground up including the development of sales territories, manufacturer relationships, employee recruitment, company policies and procedures. Currently oversee a staff of 10 employees, work closely with sales representatives and provide coaching and management on all sales related matters. Also provide recommendations for all work orders and pending sales. The following are more in depth contributions made to the establishment of the company: • Re-established a commercial playground company (BCI Burke) in the state of California to service municipalities, school districts, and private organizations. • Continue to develop territory coverage and market share for sales growth in California. • Established and continue to operate a full office staff for sales support, design, accounting, and customer service support. • Implemented a strong annual marketing plan to continue to brand the company name in the State of California. • Implemented and stand strongly behind a "One Source Partnership" company motto to handle all customer needs by providing quality products and services. • Implemented sales protocol and office procedures for efficient company work flow. • Implemented ACT! CRM management software for maintaining customer clientele relationships and sales efforts. Show less