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Ann Watterud

Columbus,ND
Ann Watterud

Summary

Dynamic CEO and licensed crop insurance agent at Watterud Insurance Agency LLC, renowned for inspiring leadership and operational excellence. Expert in marketing strategies and innovation management, I effectively educated clients on coverage options, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention. Proven ability to streamline processes and maintain compliance, ensuring optimal service delivery.

Overview

28
years of professional experience

Work History

WATTERUD INSURANCE AGENCY LLC
COLUMBUS , ND

CROP INSURANCE AGENT/Business Owner
03.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Responded to customer inquiries and problems to promote great service.
  • Contacted underwriters and submitted forms to obtain binder coverage.
  • Prepared documents such as applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, or other forms required by law or company procedures.
  • Provided customers with information regarding plan features, pricing, and availability.
  • Educated customers on the importance of maintaining adequate insurance coverage.
  • Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
  • Remained current on latest industry trends by gaining comprehensive knowledge of financial and insurance products, services, and best practices.

MICHELS AGENCY
PLENTYWOOD, MONTANA

Secretary /Agent Services Representative
12.1996 - 04.2000

Job overview

  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls, and maintained front reception desk.
  • Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
  • Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
  • Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
  • Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
  • Performed data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.

Education

Minot State University
Minot, ND

Bachelor of Arts from PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS
05-2025

Williston State College
Williston, ND

Associate of Arts from Mass Communication
05-1993

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

from Mass Communication

Skills

  • Inspirational leadership
  • Organizational agility
  • Innovation management
  • Operational excellence
  • Marketing and advertising

Timeline

CROP INSURANCE AGENT/Business Owner

WATTERUD INSURANCE AGENCY LLC
03.2021 - Current

Secretary /Agent Services Representative

MICHELS AGENCY
12.1996 - 04.2000

Minot State University

Bachelor of Arts from PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS

Williston State College

Associate of Arts from Mass Communication

University of North Dakota

from Mass Communication
Ann Watterud