David Shepherd, MBA

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  • Timeline

    Jan 2007 - Oct 2011

    Program Manager | Organization Development

    TD Ameritrade
    Fort Worth, Texas
    Oct 2011 - Dec 2020

    President of North American Operations

    Berkey® Water Systems
    Forth Worth, Texas
  • About me

    Entrepreneur | Business Consulting

  • Education

    • The university of texas at arlington - college of business

      2006 - 2012
      Bachelor's degree bba: finance gpa 3.5

      The discipline of finance draws upon concepts from economics, statistics, and mathematics in order to help managers make sound financial decisions. In the area of corporate finance, decisions involve the capital investment and financing activities of business. In the area of investments, decisions involve portfolio investment activities of individuals and institutions such as mutual funds, investment banking firms, and pension funds. In the area of financial institutions, decisions involve the… Show more The discipline of finance draws upon concepts from economics, statistics, and mathematics in order to help managers make sound financial decisions. In the area of corporate finance, decisions involve the capital investment and financing activities of business. In the area of investments, decisions involve portfolio investment activities of individuals and institutions such as mutual funds, investment banking firms, and pension funds. In the area of financial institutions, decisions involve the management and operation of financial institutions such as commercial banks, finance companies, and insurance companies. The study of finance opens the door to several exciting career paths. In addition to rewarding careers in financial management, the study of finance is excellent preparation for a career in law. Show less

    • Pikes peak state college

      2003 - 2005
      Associate's degree associate of arts | business management transfer gpa 3.5

      Activities and Societies: Received a partial Academic Scholarship as an out of state transfer student to The University of Texas at Arlington for academic achievements during my tenure at Pikes Peak Community College. The Associate of Arts Business Option is the result of a State wide articulation agreement between the Colorado Community College System and the four-year colleges and universities. Students completing the following 60 hours will transfer in 100 percent of their classes and start as an entering junior at the four-year school. Please consult with your faculty advisor for the proper sequence of classes.

    • The university of texas at arlington - college of business

      2009 - 2012
      Master of business administration (m.b.a.) concentration: business management gpa 3.6

      Activities and Societies: The Finance Society An MBA, or a Master of Business Administration, provides a graduate education in foundational business practices, such as accounting, finance, marketing and management. It is often a beneficial degree choice for working professionals who need to obtain additional education to reach their career goals and climb the corporate ladders of business administration.

  • Experience

    • Td ameritrade

      Jan 2007 - Oct 2011

      •Responsible for managing change initiatives for Brokerage Operations and T2 (Our IT Division).•During my time at TD Ameritrade I received 5 promotions in less than 5 years for outstanding performance.•Project Managed large scale enterprise technology projects to successful business integration.•Led programs that developed the capabilities, competencies & skill sets of Brokerage Operations and T2 to align with CEO goals and objectives.•Recruited, developed and built several high performing teams and within the organization. •Experience with leading through various mergers and acquisitions (TD Waterhouse & thinkorswim). Show less •Instrumental in leading, recruiting, hiring and developing the Corporate Actions & Dividends client support team in Fort Worth, Texas.•Led Team Shepherd to a successful BCP in May of 2010 with a 99.6% Service Level.•Developed and trained associates to identify organic growth opportunities while servicing client needs (Service & Sales) and managing departmental and firm risk.•The Service & Sales initiative resulted in generating $9.5 Million in new assets for the firm in calendar year 2010. Show less •Led Investor Services Team to 89% customer satisfaction score, $5.5 million in converted new assets and a 15.5% conversion ratio in Q4, 2008.•Worked with various department supervisors to coordinate and train Team Nelson in Q1, 2009 for queue consolidation.•Encouraged and supported daily efforts to drive company goals and initiatives through one on one coaching and conversation monitoring.•Named ATM of the Quarter while under Scott Nelson in Q2, 2009 for outstanding performance.•Developed and motivated peers and countless new hires to become promotion worthy. •Assisted employees to meet their career goals of which I had three associates promoted in Q2, 2008.•Created and developed new programs and incentives to inspire and motivate behavior to meet company goals and objectives. Show less

      • Program Manager | Organization Development

        Nov 2010 - Oct 2011
      • Team Manager | Corporate Actions & Stock Reorganizations

        Oct 2009 - Nov 2010
      • Assistant Team Manager | Retail Services & Resource Desk

        Jan 2008 - Oct 2009
      • Senior Financial Services Trader

        Jan 2007 - Jan 2008
    • Berkey® water systems

      Oct 2011 - Dec 2020

      •Championed the construction of a new corporate website which included creative design, user experience, brand messaging, product images, and video. The website will allow for better conversion rates, better reporting, automation of business processes and meet a number of needs requested from our customers. •Worked across departments to introduce back office (CMS) and third party module integration from the new website that meet compliance regulations, changes in policy, and training for employees as it related to the changes in business processes. These changes also resulted in cost reduction efficiency’s for the organization.•Successfully integrated new marketing channels to include digital advertising, search engine optimization, email marketing (Mail Chimp) and Social Media Marketing (YouTube, Facebook, Google +, Twitter, LinkedIn). •Enhanced product branding, creative strategy and messaging on countless marketing campaigns that led to the crossover of our products to new markets.•Increased Customer Service Levels for phone (98.5% of calls answered within 5 seconds) and email support (24 hour turnaround for email support).•Led and developed B2B sales staff to over 100 solicited business accounts that are currently generating 30K a month (and growing) in additional revenue.•Created and maintained the cross –selling, upselling (B2C) and lead generation programs Retail Services. •Regularly work with legal advisors to write and revise contracts and agreements pertaining to settlements, supplier terms, product exclusivity, and confidentiality, non-compete, distributor agreements and website terms & conditions.•Responsible for all PCI –DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards) policy and procedure creation, access controls, annual review and compliance.•Performed key decision making roles in regards to new product development, vendor negotiations, supply chain management and the acquisition of new suppliers (domestic and international). Show less

      • President of North American Operations

        Jul 2017 - Dec 2020
      • Director | Business Development & Marketing

        Oct 2011 - Jun 2017
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Series 63

      Finra
      Jun 2007
    • Series 7

      Finra
      Jun 2007
    • Series 24

      Finra
      Jun 2008
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to David Shepherd, MBA
      2015 American Web Design Awards Winner Graphic Design USA Jun 2015 Recognized by GD USA for award winning website in 2015. This was a project with Consulting Firm ATOMIC Design and Consulting for New Millennium Concepts, Ltd, new corporate website.http://gdusa.com/uncategorized/2015-american-web-design-awards-winner?eid=6587
    • Awarded to David Shepherd, MBA
      Presidents Club Award for Outstanding Performance TD Ameritrade Dec 2009
    • Awarded to David Shepherd, MBA
      Presidents Club Award for Outstanding Performance TD Ameritrade Aug 2009
    • Awarded to David Shepherd, MBA
      Academic Scholastic Scholarship The University of Texas at Arlington Aug 2006 Received a partial Academic Scholarship as an out of state transfer student to The University of Texas at Arlington for academic achievements during my tenure at Pikes Peak Community College.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity on Jun 2008
      Dallas Area Habitat for HumanityAssociated with David Shepherd, MBA