Dedicated professional with a strong background in insurance operations and client servicing. Known for exceptional communication skills and the ability to streamline processes, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Insurance Operations
Aikens Financial - Northwestern Mutual
03.2021 - Current
Directly managed all insurance processes, new business, and client servicing for a wealth management practice
Prepared insurance solutions for meetings, handled all life, disability and long-term care applications, managed the underwriting process and communicated with clients, and handled questions and servicing of inforce policies
Worked mainly with three advisors, but had stepped in to manage more during staffing changes
Assisted in creating a streamlined process for insurance new business
Associate Analyst
Valmark Financial Group
05.2018 - 03.2021
Worked with both financial advisors, carrier partners and, on occasion, clients to find life insurance solutions
Designed life insurance policies
Term and permanent insurance solutions
Personal and business planning solutions
Personally responsible for 15 offices and supported others
Accounts Receivable Intern
Panther Logistics
08.2017 - 05.2018
Worked in the billing department.
Experience in the logistics and supply chain knowledge.
Personally responsible for multiple accounts.
Customer Service Representative
Dollar Bank
06.2016 - 04.2017
Worked directly with customers dealing with account issues, opening accounts, loans, and retirement options.
Presented ideas on how to improve the bank in front of VP's of company as well as HR department.
These ideas were put into place shortly after internship ended.
Education
Bachelor of Financial Planning - Financial Planning
University of Akron
Akron, OH
05-2018
Bachelors of Risk Management - Risk Management
University of Akron
Akron, OH
05-2018
Skills
Relationship building
Verbal and written communication
Decision-making
Organizational development
Analytical thinking
Microsoft Office
Certification
Charter Life Underwriter (CLU) - January 1, 2026
Timeline
Director of Insurance Operations
Aikens Financial - Northwestern Mutual
03.2021 - Current
Associate Analyst
Valmark Financial Group
05.2018 - 03.2021
Accounts Receivable Intern
Panther Logistics
08.2017 - 05.2018
Customer Service Representative
Dollar Bank
06.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Financial Planning - Financial Planning