Michael Forman

Experience

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  US Air Force

  Jun 1982 - Dec 1984

  Security Police/Law Enforcement

  Langley Air Force Base 1TFW - 1SPF. Law enforcement Duties as well as Law Enforcement Desk Sgt.

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  US Air Force Reserve

  Jan 1985 - Dec 1991

  Law Enforcement Flight Chief

  New Jersey Air National Guard. 170th SPF - 170th AREG. E6.Desert Storm Veteran - 1991

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  Design 21 Corporate Communications

  May 1991 - Feb 2005

  President

  Graphic Design/Marketing. Computer consulting. Specialty in making the Macintosh speak to Microsoft. Design 21 was an advertising & marketing agency, based in Suffern, NY. Michael specialized in marketing consulting, developing concepts, creating brands, graphic design, website development, public relations & printing.

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  The Forman Mortgage Team at 1st Metropolitan Mortgage

  Feb 2004 - Apr 2010

  Branch Sales Manager

  Experienced Senior Loan Officer/Sales Manager and customer service leader with proven ability to integrate and coordinate multiple intricate functions as well as being an extremely creative problem solver. Excellent at meeting clients needs and expectations. Call me to process your home loan to purchase, refinance, Residential, Commercial, or Reverse Mortgages. I can also assist you with FHA mortgages and streamline refinances. First time home buyers not a problem. Commercial loans always welcome.Ask me about Herocare.org. If you are military, gov't, in education, law enforcement, fire, ambulance or healthcare - I can get you up to $2k in discounts for a purchase of a home or up to $1k for a refinance. Call Me Today!! Show less

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  HeroCare

  Jan 2005 - Dec 2010

  Program Director

  HeroCare is a non-profit organization that provides solutions to the housing, financial, & legal challenges that essential service personnel face on a daily basis. Herocare defines essential service personnel as active/retired members of the military, government, healthcare & education field, non-profits, and first responders (law enforcement, fire, EMS). We bring together professionals and businesses that are willing to educate and counsel public servants in these areas and they must also be willing to provide discounts to these folks that they are not offering the general public. Herocare also strives to give back to the community by partnering with these organizations to raise funds for their foundations. Show less

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  Retired Senior and Volunteer Program (RSVP)

  Apr 2010 - Apr 2015

  Advisory Council Member
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  NJ Lenders Corp

  May 2010 - Apr 2016

  Branch Sales Manager/Sr Loan Officer

  Experienced Senior Loan Officer/Sales Manager and customer service leader with proven ability to integrate and coordinate multiple intricate functions as well as being an extremely creative problem solver. Excellent at meeting clients needs and expectations. Call me to process your home loan to purchase, refinance, Residential, Commercial, or Reverse Mortgages. I can also assist you with FHA mortgages and streamline refinances. First time home buyers not a problem. Commercial loans always welcome.Call Me Today at 201.505.8284 Show less

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  Michael A. Forman

  May 2012 - now

  Corporate Speaker

  Michael is a dynamic and engaging speaker who educates, inspires and motivates. He speaks on both business and entrepreneurship, sharing from his life-story and personal experiences. He teaches the “nuts and bolts” method of business networking and wins over audiences wherever he goes. He speaks for investor clubs, business events, conferences, trade shows, and more.

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  Harvard Risk Management

  May 2015 - Jun 2019

  Certified Risk Manager Consultant

  An Educational, Motivational, Inspirational, Humorous Public Speaker. A high-energy presenter (and story teller) with an outgoing and nurturing personality.Currently working in employee benefits and financial crime prevention in presenting identity theft workshops to educate employees about the various areas of identity theft and present ways to help prevent and minimize cost and time through employee benefits. I also present benefits to give employees better access to the legal system. http://www.harvardbenefits.com/265848As a Risk Management Consultant and identity theft prevention specialist I educate employees on how to best protect themselves and their families. I show employers and human resource directors how offering our complimentary identity theft workshops benefit not only the employees but improve the company's bottom line. Ask me for a complimentary consultation. michael.forman@harvardbenefits.comLegalShield Identity Theft PlanSMLegal Shield provides access to attorneys for individuals and small business owners, for a small monthly membership fee. For businesses, Legal Shield plans can also be offered to employees as a voluntary or paid benefit through payroll deduction. In this way, company employees can protect themselves and their families. At the same time, company productivity can increase due to reduced employee stress and time off from work. The LegalShield Identity Theft Plan equips you with the information and expertise you need to help prevent theft and resolve issues related to identity theft. The five most commonly used areas of the membership are: 1. Telephone consultation 2. Letters written on the member’s behalf 3. Review of contracts and documents 4. Preparation of the last will and testament 5. Moving traffic violations Show less

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  DICK'S Sporting Goods

  Aug 2016 - May 2018

  Golf Sales Lead/Customer Service Supervisor

  • Make sure employees engage customers proactively and build relationships• Communication to all employees (approx. 100)• Insure all security standards are met• Years of progressive experience in the fields of operational management. • Managed and led teams in corporate settings• Demonstrated proficiency in the areas of sales, team leadership and motivation, performance management, training and development, staffing, forecasting and payroll, theft and fraud prevention, merchandising and operational excellence.• Developed skills and expertise in leading teams through annual performance reviews, assurance of Regulatory compliance, adherence to company policies and procedures, and implementation of employee programs to encourage a positive and engaging work environment.CSSAchieves all sales and service metrics through daily supervision,coaching and consistent performance-management (e.g., discipline) ofRetail Sales Consultants.Provides on-boarding support, observes and provides feedback to newhires to ensure they are on-track with their training curriculum andable to provide an exceptional customer experience.In cooperation with store manager, oversees all daily sales floorresponsibilities, including proper daily staffing and scheduling, dresscode compliance, sales huddles & resolution of customer escalations.Maintains compliance with all store operating procedures (including cash, inventory, etc.) through regular employee observation, coaching and discipline.Ensures that customers and prospective customers are treated with thehighest levels of courtesy and professionalism.Demonstrates a high degree of self-motivation and maintains aprofessional appearance, including exercising significant independentjudgment and discretion with respect to significant matters withoutdirect oversight of supervisor. Show less

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  Family Heritage Life Insurance Company of America

  Sept 2018 - May 2020

  Insurance Agent/Team Leader

  Our policies are specifically designed to protect you when you need it most, providing coverage for many of the unexpected costs that can arise due to an illness or injury. Unlike traditional health insurance, supplemental insurance pays money directly to you, so you can concentrate on what’s most important – getting well. We offer a range of policies to suit your individual needs – from disease-specific coverage, to accident, intensive care and life coverage. Whatever you and your family need to protect – we can help.Products:• Cancer• Intensive Care• Heart Attack/Stroke• Life• Accident• Hospital Indemnity• Return of Premiumwww.FHLcareers.comwww.facebook.com/familyheritage Show less

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  Howe & Associates

  Jun 2019 - Mar 2024

  COVERING ALPHARETTA AND THE ENTIRE STATE OF GEORGIA, MISSISSIPPI, TENNESSEE and ALABAMA.Our vastly experienced trial attorneys are courtroom veterans who are acclaimed for their resultsFor more than THREE DECADES, our personal injury law firm has represented injured victims in GA, AL, MS & TN. COVERING ALPHARETTA AND THE ENTIRE STATE OF GEORGIA, MISSISSIPPI & TENNESSEE.Our vastly experienced trial attorneys are courtroom veterans who are acclaimed for their resultsFor more than THREE DECADES, our personal injury law firm has represented injured victims in Alpharetta, GA and most every county in the state of Georgia.

  • SALES DIRECTOR

    Jun 2019 - Mar 2024

  • Regional Director of Client Services

    Jun 2019 - Sept 2020
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  Georgia Secretary of State

  Nov 2023 - now

  Notary Public

  My "other" job is a Notary Public. For me this is a wonderful opportunity to assist people with their important documents. Documents are similar but often times contain different nuances. Learning from experienced mentors and paying attention to details is all part of good customer service.