Chayne Bauer
Denton,TX
Summary
Results-driven and detail-oriented business professional with a proven track record in trend analysis and data-driven decision-making. Expertise in leveraging metrics to inform strategic initiatives while effectively coordinating with remote stakeholders in fast-paced environments. Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM systems, demonstrating a collaborative spirit and high motivation in team efforts. Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills foster strong relationships and enhance project outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nonsubscription & WC Underwriting Manager
Combined Group
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with brokers and internal stakeholders to tailor coverage solutions and drive retention.
- Contributed to 11% year-to-date revenue growth through strategic underwriting support.
- Drove 25% increase in new business by collaborating with brokers and refining risk selection.
- Review policy applications thoroughly, ensuring accurate evaluation of risks in alignment with established guidelines.
- Lead broker calls for renewals and new business, supporting high retention and binding success.
- Streamlined communication between underwriting, claims, and risk management to foster collaboration and improve overall service levels.
Underwriter II
Texas Mutual
06.2019 - 02.2022
- Documented underwriting decisions and provided evidence of compliance with underwriting guidelines.
- Developed strong relationships with brokers, leading to a higher volume of quality submissions and successful underwriting.
- Mentored junior underwriters, providing guidance on best practices and improving overall team performance.
- Analyzed, assessed, proposed, and negotiated new and renewal policies to meet company’s premium goals.
- Managed new and renewal book of business through evaluation of account performance and taking appropriate action to improve results.
- Collaborated with Corporate Underwriting on underwriter II development program.
- Designed underwriting tool in Excel to aide with account analysis and pricing, which was distributed to the region as well as Corporate.
- Supported training and onboarding for underwriter I trainees.
- Created trend analyses for clients presenting the actual incurred costs versus anticipated savings.
Financial Analyst
Oliver Wyman
11.2014 - 06.2019
- Created performance dashboards and monthly utilization reports for senior leadership, improving visibility into KPIs
- Reduced report development time by 3+ hours/month through automation and streamlined data extraction
- Produced P&Ls for specialized business units and explained key drivers to stakeholders
- Designed Excel tools to track backlog and chart revenue trends against budget and forecast, adopted by FP&A leaders
- Restructured AR reporting to enhance insights for Practice Leaders
- Supported global finance and Talent Management teams with ad hoc reporting and analysis
- Acted as ‘Team COO,’ leading weekly calls, setting agendas, and driving operational alignment across teams
Underwriter/ Employee Communications Director
Combined Group
05.2010 - 11.2014
- Led launch of employee communications program and developed standardized project templates
- Managed communications rollouts for top-tier clients, including on-site presentations across Texas
- Trained client leadership on Benefits Plan messaging and claims procedures
- Coordinated cross-functional rollout initiatives to meet deadlines and quality standards
- Designed executive-level presentations for sales and leadership teams
- Directed communications project for client with 150+ locations and 700+ employees
- Facilitated virtual training workshops and planned on-site risk management sessions
Education
Bachelor of General Studies -
Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TX12.2015
Skills
- Expertise in underwriting standards
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Analytical reasoning
- Strong verbal communication
- Strategic decision-making
- Data analysis
- Effective written communication
- Market-based pricing strategy
- Program evaluation
- Excel data analysis and automation
- Risk evaluation
Certification
General Lines Agent (Property and Casualty) - #1513890
Surplus Lines Agent - #3285913
Timeline
Nonsubscription & WC Underwriting Manager
Combined Group
02.2022 - Current
Underwriter II
Texas Mutual
06.2019 - 02.2022
Financial Analyst
Oliver Wyman
11.2014 - 06.2019
Underwriter/ Employee Communications Director
Combined Group
05.2010 - 11.2014
Bachelor of General Studies -
Texas Woman’s University
Community Service
- Social Impact Committee (Combined Group), 2022 - current . Founded and lead the Social Impact & Engagement Committee to foster connection among younger employees and coordinate charitable initiatives. Spearheaded a school supply drive benefiting Denton County Friends of the Family and organized volunteer events to support local causes.
- DRO Volunteer Committee, 2019- 2022. Board member of the Dallas Regional Office volunteer committee. Involved with coordinating charity drives, participating in fundraisers and volunteer events (MS150, Ronald McDonald House), as well as orchestrating the collection of donations for Bye-Bye Bags to Vogel Alcove.
- Dallas Film Society, 2018 - 2019. Involved in education committee including Veterans Institute for Film & Media (VIFM)
- Social Impact Committee (Oliver Wyman), 2018 - 2019. Responsible for coordinating local office volunteer opportunities and charity drives.
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