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Kofa Freeman Jr

Newark,DE

Summary

Results-driven business expert with a forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Reliable Veterans Service Representative familiar with federal veterans programs, legal terminology and state laws affecting veterans. Offering over 10 years of hands-on experience advising veterans on matters pertaining to entitlement of benefits. Skillful in preparing claims, obtaining supporting documents and evidence and performing investigations to determine eligibility. Helped over 500 veterans receive their benefits from the Veteran Administration.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

PK & Associates Group Inc
05.2022 - Current
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures and practices.
  • Maintained effective staff and resource utilization rates to balance financial and operational obligations.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.

Founder

Freeman & Associates VA LLC
10.2016 - Current
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
  • Conducted in-person and telephone interviews with veterans and advocates to explain benefits and related programs.
  • Assisted over 2500 veterans in preparing forms and documents to present claims for benefits.
  • Analyzed claims to determine percentage of disability, permanent and total disability and entitlement to compensation.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Prepared written appeals for claimants not satisfied with rating board decisions and presented arguments before hearing officers and federal government boards.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
  • Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
  • Assisted Veterans in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
  • Reviewed and requested medical records, military personnel records and service verification records to determine eligibility status.

Heavy Equipment Chief

Marine Corps
06.2007 - 10.2016
  • Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize squad efficiency.
  • Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
  • Coordinated project team of 80 engineers for over 100 projects in the Marine Corps.
  • Collected project information and disseminated to appropriate stakeholders.
  • Trained and developed team of qualified and motivated employees and managed resources.
  • Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements.

Education

MBA - International Business Management

Goldey-Beacom College
Wilmington, DE
08.2021

MBA - Entrepreneurial Studies

Goldey-Beacom College
Wilmington, DE
08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Goldey-Beacom College
Wilmington, DE
04.2020

Skills

  • Crisis Management
  • Team Building
  • Business Process Mapping
  • Forecasting and Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Benefits Navigation
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Claims Analysis
  • Veterans Benefits Knowledge
  • Business Development

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CEO

PK & Associates Group Inc
05.2022 - Current

Founder

Freeman & Associates VA LLC
10.2016 - Current

Heavy Equipment Chief

Marine Corps
06.2007 - 10.2016

MBA - International Business Management

Goldey-Beacom College

MBA - Entrepreneurial Studies

Goldey-Beacom College

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Goldey-Beacom College

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