Bailey Kohlhaas
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
To obtain a rewarding career that will effectively utilize my talents and commitment to excellence, while
continuing to grow in my strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Lines Underwriter
Auto-Owners Insurance Co
West Des Moines, IA
01.2018 - Current
- Review new business policies to ensure they are correctly submitted
- Review existing policies to ensure that all the correct changes are made and that they are inline with state regulations
- Build relationships with agents through phone calls by answering questions and helping with problems
- Further increased my skills in dealing with problems, being able to investigate the problem, and give a correct solution in a timely manner.
Farm Laborer
Kollasch Land and Livestock
Whittemore, IA
05.2010 - 11.2017
- Assisted in the planting and harvesting of approximately 6,000-7,000 acres of corn and soybeans.
- Operated the newest agriculture technology and innovative equipment used today.
- Managed the yard maintenance of (7) hog facilities in a timely and efficient manner.
- Actively involved in the day to day physical operations of the farming and livestock activities.
Sales Intern
Crop Production Services
LuVerne, Iowa
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Firsthand experience in the selling and promoting of seed and chemical products.
- Daily communication with customers achieving the highest standards of satisfaction.
- Delegation from management acting on customers concerns and timely needs for the season.
- Complete knowledge of the different types of seed and the newest hybrids coming to market.
- Successfully completed my Class A CDL License Responsible for the operation of the tender truck in the spring and fall.
- Attend meetings to further my knowledge about the current agronomic practices in the agriculture industry
Farm Laborer
Kohlhaas Family Farms
Hardy, IA
02.2009 - Current
- Assisted in the planting and harvesting of approximately 1,500-2,000 acres of corn and soybeans.
- Fluent with agriculture technology auto-steer.
- Grew up in the family farm learning 1st hand successful farming practices and effective communication skills.
- Prepping of the spray planes and chemicals in a fast paced environment necessary for crop dusting application.
Bartender
Emeralds Fine Food & Libations
Algona, Iowa
12.2014 - 11.2016
- Timely fulfilling orders and requests by customers while maintaining a kind and professional attitude.
- Nightly cleaning of bar and salad bar area to respected restaurant code.
- Nightly stocking of all coolers to prepare for following business day.
Algona Aero Service
Algona, IA
02.2002 - 08.2016
- Responsible for the yard maintenance, including mowing, trimming and snow removal.
- Maintained the facility with a professional and neat appearance.
- Washed and cleaned airplanes for customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Iowa State University
Skills
- Dedicated team player
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Professional and mature
- Self-starter
- Leadership skills
- Verbal/written communication
Skills
Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, fast, Leadership skills, market, neat, selling, Self-starter, team player, tender, written communication
Affiliations
AWARDS Deans List, Iowa Lakes Community College
Bestenliner Scholarship
Deans List, Iowa State University
Agriculture Business Club (2014-2017)
Timeline
Personal Lines Underwriter
Auto-Owners Insurance Co
01.2018 - Current
Sales Intern
Crop Production Services
05.2015 - 09.2016
Bartender
Emeralds Fine Food & Libations
12.2014 - 11.2016
Farm Laborer
Kollasch Land and Livestock
05.2010 - 11.2017
Farm Laborer
Kohlhaas Family Farms
02.2009 - Current
Algona Aero Service
02.2002 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Iowa State University