Bruce Pullen

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About Bruce Pullen

I specialize in recruiting, building and leading high performing sales teams and have a proven track record of driving results. I am a skilled leader and motivator of professional staff driving high-level loyalty and effort. I focus on building a sustainable and repeatable sales process while executing on effective relationship management and sales strategies. I work closely with executives and board directors and am comfortable with public speaking engagements. I focus on the objectives that matter most to the business and bottom-line having both sales and P&L responsibilities. I've done this successfully for MetLife, Voya Financial, Principal Financial Group, 1st Global Research & Consulting and Mutual of America. With a powerful blend of leadership and creativity along with a knack for leading cross functional teams & working across complex matrices, I develop talent, inspire sales teams & support staff to maximum performance while maintaining an impeccable level of professional integrity. Key Skills and Achievements RECOGNITION - Managing Director of the Year (#1 in the Nation - Chairman’s Council) while at MetLife along with Platinum and Diamond Club qualification (Top 3 in the Nation). Built the Sales Team to 62 advisors over a 6 ½ year time frame at Metlife achieving substantial top line revenue of $8.3M annually while enhancing operational efficiency and customer service in the Institutional space. STRATEGIC PLANNING & EXECUTION - Proven track record of achieving ambitious financial goals and driving organizational growth by implementing a hands-on process for my recruiting and sales team development. OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE - Demonstrated through effective management of recruitment processes, strategic initiatives, and client relationships. Cross-functional collaboration and leadership with the ability to build and manage teams, partnerships and networks to drive success. ANALYTICAL & METRICS FOCUSED - Proficient in complex analysis, KPI development, and performance measurement. Excellent communication and public speaking skills with a focus on clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness in aligning company objectives and driving change management initiatives. I solve complex business challenges, build trusted relationships, think big, and have the courage to develop bold ideas. Let’s connect! Bruce Pullen brucepullen@verizon.net (214) 548-1032 Strengthfinders/CliftonStrengths: Woo, Learner, Futuristic, Ideation, Achiever