1. Jude T. Delihant
Plainfield, Illinois 60586
Phone: 847-977-9007
E-Mail: jude.delihant@comcast.net
www.linkedin.com/in/jude-delihant
Summary of Qualifications
Talented sales professional effective in multi-tasking professional goals with company
demands. Efficient in building loyal and long-term relationships with customers, as well as
handling objections, by uncovering customers’ needs with creative solutions. Is seeking an
environment to maximize potential to learn and grow and contribute to a team with a
commitment to excellence.
Work Experience
Southern-Glazier Wine & Spirits, Sales Representative Bolingbrook, IL 2009 to present
Responsible for implementing all business-building and relationship-building expectations with
uniquely assigned accounts and customers. Retained and ensured proper handling and care
of these existing client accounts. Executed promotional programs to optimize revenue levels
for my clients as well as build focus brands for my suppliers in addition to my employer goals
and expectations. Awarded Best of the Best in fourth quarter of 2015 Spirits Division.
America Home Mortgage of Illinois, Mortgage Broker Crystal Lake, IL 2002 to 2009
Developed relationships with Banks and Realtors utilizing their products in creative and
positive ways for clients to achieve their goals. Skills included developing and managing large
client referral base, evaluating client needs through applications, processing and assisting in
underwriting through closing. Continually improving personal skill set through self-motivated
personality, research and self-education in the field. Self-promotion by creating advertising
materials and mailings for potential clients or business partners. Research in field for current
and upcoming trends to be prepared for client needs and focus on viable markets for
efficiency.
American General Finance, Manager Fox Lake, IL 1997 to 2002
Customer Service Representative and soon promoted to Branch Manager of my own branch.
Duties included performing daily maintenance of loan applicant database. Educate
customers and potential clients on the variety of loan products and credit options available.
Successfully increased business through networking with the local business community,
offering finance options for their customers’ thus increasing personal customer base.

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Jude T. Delihant
Plainfield, Illinois 60586
Phone: 847-977-9007
E-Mail: jude.delihant@comcast.net
Education
Valparaiso University, Bachelor of Science, Valparaiso, IN Class of 1993
Major in Geography with minor in History. Internship Sophmore year that pioneered an
exchange program between the University, H.O.N.O.R (Honor Our Neighbors Origins and
Rights), a non-profit group for Native American Rights, and the Oneida Nation of the
Iroquois Nations located just outside Greenbay Wisconsin. Member of the Sigma Pi-Beta
Tau National Fraternity. Was recipient of a Four year Varsity Football Scholarship while
attending.
Marian Central Catholic High School Woodstock, IL Class of 1989
Was a recipient of the Ronald Poppe Scholarship of McHenry County, Co-Captain of the
1987 Football State Championship Team Class 2A, Sportsmanship Award & Hall of Fame
Inductee.
Personal Interests
In the past three years have discovered a new passion for work with Veterans. I currently
volunteer as a Certified Peer Support Specialist for ALLENFORCE.ORG a non-profit
organization assisting veterans and their families of all eras through health, fitness and
recreation. Coaching junior football for the Algonquin Argonauts, riding motorcycles with my
Fiancé, hiking & camping.
References Available upon Request