Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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ANDRE’ T. MCDONALD

PALMDALE,USA

Summary

Experienced professional with a proven track record seeking a position in a growth-oriented company. Leveraging expertise and a strong work ethic to consistently surpass established goals. Dedicated to contributing to the organization\'s success. An enthusiastic team player, eager to join a dynamic team and make a positive impact through unwavering dedication and a results-driven approach. Ready to take on new challenges and drive success for the company.

Overview

47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Insurance Agent

Allstate Insurance Agency
04.2013 - Current
  • Consult with clients regarding their need of insurance protection through various guidelines, coverages, policies
  • Establish insurance quote based on the appropriate need
  • Through research and due diligence, identify groups of prospects where proposals of specific insurance coverage can be developed, quoted and submitted to attract and capture new business
  • Cold calling
  • Marketing to existing insureds through existing policy renewals or age for the purpose of establishing additional needed and important insurance protection not currently provided or previously reviewed
  • Maintain a trustworthy and reliable relationship with all customers and prospects
  • (Trusted Advisor)
  • Handle all inquiries/requests for Home, Auto, Business, Commercial, Life and Financial Services products
  • Provide recommendations for existing policies as well as recommendation for any additional policies as needed to best protect the customer's financial assets
  • Review, discuss and explain policy coverages and the importance of having such coverage which includes and involves policy retention
  • Being available in time of crisis
  • Providing certain peace of mind through the benefits of the insurance policy to recover financially when a loss occurs
  • Taking charge to the degree where the client is able to continue regular daily activities without lifestyle interruption
  • Mitigate financial loss
  • Direct and/or set up initial claim details
  • Review claim process and procedural expectations
  • Coordinate 3rd party companies, inspections, bids, repairs, rental cars, etc
  • Follow with customer during and after the claim process has been finalized
  • Opportunity to review/resolve any coverage shortfalls and/or unforeseen issues during the claim process
  • Completely oversee the office day to day operation
  • Ensure proper workflow procedures
  • Set up and establish education and training schedules for all office employees
  • Follow up as needed for license renewal and continuation education requirements

Insurance Agent

State Farm Insurance Agency
06.1985 - 04.2013

New account Counselor

California Federal Saving Bank
09.1981 - 06.1985

Aircraft Engine Maintenance

US AIR FORCE
07.1978 - 11.1981

Education

Graduate -

John C. Fremont High School
06.1978

Training Courses/California State Licenses -

Fire & Casualty, Life, Health, Disability

Under Graduate -

El Camino College
06.1983

Skills

  • Licensed insurance agent
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Quotes and sales
  • Customer service
  • Customer follow-up
  • Client relations

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 5 staff members.

Certification

  • Ethics and Compliance Certification – Ethical Compliance Training Programs.
  • Flood Insurance Certification – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
  • Licensed Insurance Agent/Broker - CA Department of Insurance.
  • Property and Casualty License - CA Department of Insurance.
  • Life and Health Insurance License - CA Department of Insurance.

Timeline

Insurance Agent

Allstate Insurance Agency
04.2013 - Current

Insurance Agent

State Farm Insurance Agency
06.1985 - 04.2013

New account Counselor

California Federal Saving Bank
09.1981 - 06.1985

Aircraft Engine Maintenance

US AIR FORCE
07.1978 - 11.1981

Training Courses/California State Licenses -

Fire & Casualty, Life, Health, Disability

Under Graduate -

El Camino College

Graduate -

John C. Fremont High School
ANDRE’ T. MCDONALD