David Wegner
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dynamic Product Consultant with Nationwide Insurance, skilled in relationship building and product backlog management. Proven track record of enhancing client satisfaction and driving revenue through tailored solutions and effective team collaboration. Recognized for optimizing workflows and delivering high-quality products on time, showcasing adaptability and reliability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Consultant, Commercial Lines
Nationwide Insurance Company
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on schedule and within budget constraints.
- Performed role of Business Application Owner in which I evaluated and prioritized system defects to be worked by IT development lines.
- Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Scheduled production and work-in-progress tracking and reports.
Product Consultant, Personal Lines
Nationwide Insurance Company
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Established long term customer relationships by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Attended trainings and workshops to learn about new products and then shared this information with team.
- Conducted frequent product demonstrations, showcasing unique capabilities that resonated with prospective clients'' pain points.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on schedule and within budget constraints.
Staff Underwriting Consultant
Nationwide Insurance Company
04.2005 - 10.2020
- Contributed to increased revenue generation by collaborating closely with sales teams to identify cross-selling opportunities.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through the implementation of an automated underwriting system that expedited policy approvals.
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials highlighting key product features and benefits, boosting brand awareness among prospective clients.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering customized insurance solutions tailored to their specific needs.
- Managed portfolio performance in regards to profitability and growth with breakouts by product line and state.
Inside Direct Sales Manager
Nationwide Insurance Company
06.1991 - 04.2005
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires to ensure successful onboarding and ramp-up in the role.
- Maintained a high level of product knowledge, enabling expert demonstration and persuasive selling techniques during client meetings.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with direct reports to identify areas for improvement and provide ongoing feedback for growth.
- Managed multiple teams of sales agents, providing guidance and support to achieve individual and team goals.
- Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
- Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
Education
Bachelor - Finance
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.1988
Skills
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
- Task prioritization
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Product requirements documentation
- Computer Literate
- Product backlog management
Timeline
Product Consultant, Commercial Lines
Nationwide Insurance Company
05.2022 - 05.2025
Product Consultant, Personal Lines
Nationwide Insurance Company
10.2020 - 05.2022
Staff Underwriting Consultant
Nationwide Insurance Company
04.2005 - 10.2020
Inside Direct Sales Manager
Nationwide Insurance Company
06.1991 - 04.2005
Bachelor - Finance
University of Iowa
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