Brenda Philo
About Brenda Philo
Brenda Philo is a Senior Sales Agent and Branch Manager at Primerica Financial Services, Inc. in The Woodlands/Spring, Texas, with over 40 years of experience in retail sales and management.
Work at Primerica
Brenda Philo has been employed at Primerica Financial Services, Inc. since 2017, where she currently holds the position of Senior Sales Agent. In 2018, she became the Branch Manager for the Woodlands/Spring area. In her role as District Sales Manager since 2019, she has focused on motivating employees and fostering a creative work environment. Philo emphasizes communication, leadership, and teamwork as essential components for achieving success within her team. She actively monitors sales metrics to ensure that daily goals are met.
Education and Expertise
Brenda Philo studied at multiple institutions, earning an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Accounting and Business/Management from MCC between 1980 and 1983. She also completed her high school education at Hesperia High School, where she focused on Business Administration and Management. Philo is licensed in life insurance in both Texas and Michigan and is currently pursuing additional licenses in auto and home insurance, annuities, securities, and health.
Background in Retail Sales
With over 40 years of experience in retail sales, Brenda Philo has held various positions that have contributed to her expertise in customer service, visual merchandising, and management. She worked as a Sales Associate at JCPenney for five months in 2009 and at Pier 1 for two years from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she served as General Manager and Territory Manager at Scentchips USA from 2011 to 2012, where she gained valuable management experience.
Leadership and Team Development
Brenda Philo emphasizes the importance of leadership in her role. She teaches time management skills to her teams and supports staff in achieving their sales goals. Philo is skilled in delegating tasks and prioritizing work, which helps her lead teams effectively. Her strong verbal and written communication skills are particularly evident in hiring and firing processes, ensuring that her team operates efficiently.