Chris Panion
Pueblo West,CO,81007 & Surprise, AZ 85379
Summary
Accomplished leader with a focus on market forecasting and strategic planning. Track record of improving business development and team performance to deliver measurable outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President
Pueblo Development Foundation
Pueblo
01.2023 - Current
- Established partnerships with local organizations, expanding program outreach and community engagement.
- Evaluated market trends to pinpoint growth opportunities in existing and new markets, guiding strategic decision-making.
Board Member
PEDCO Foundation
Pueblo
01.2017 - Current
- Participated in board meetings, contributing insights to meeting agendas.
- Leveraged networks and resources to mobilize collective action, supporting organizational goals.
Agency Owner
High Desert Agencies, LLC
Pueblo
01.2010 - 03.2024
- Created innovative solutions for client challenges, enhancing service delivery and resource utilization.
- Managed daily operations for diverse insurance services and client needs.
- Oversaw progress through budget management, strategic planning, and performance metrics.
- Reviewed financial statements and reports to assess productivity and goal achievement.
- Provided leadership and mentorship to new employees on company programs.
- Analyzed client business needs to determine suitable resources and strategies.
- Motivated customer service representatives and producers to meet challenging objectives.
- Built collaborative relationships with clients, vendors, and industry professionals to foster partnerships.
Board Member
Pueblo Economic Development Corp
Pueblo
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided strategic guidance for community development initiatives and projects.
- Advocated for policies supporting local business growth and sustainability efforts.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance organizational effectiveness and sustainability.
- Evaluated funding proposals to align with mission and strategic objectives.
- Collaborated with community leaders to drive economic development initiatives.
Commerical Agent/Business Owner
Western Group
Pueblo
01.1996 - 05.2010
- Cultivated customer relationships, resulting in high service satisfaction levels.
- Evaluated processes to identify improvements that enhanced customer experience.
- Led training sessions for junior agents, improving overall team capabilities.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Colorado State University - Pueblo
Pueblo Skills
- Market forecasting
- Budget management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Strategic planning
- Customer engagement
- Business development
- Team leadership and decision making
- Project management
- Recruiting and hiring strategies
- Negotiation and persuasion techniques
Timeline
Vice President
Pueblo Development Foundation
01.2023 - Current
Board Member
PEDCO Foundation
01.2017 - Current
Board Member
Pueblo Economic Development Corp
01.2014 - 01.2016
Agency Owner
High Desert Agencies, LLC
01.2010 - 03.2024
Commerical Agent/Business Owner
Western Group
01.1996 - 05.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Colorado State University - Pueblo