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James Harsh

Florence,SC

Summary

Retired executive looking to use my talents in the workforce. I feel there is much to give to a company.

Overview

52
52
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Vice President

Aiken & Co., Inc
Florence, SC
10.1995 - 07.2024
  • Agency grew 10% a year in revenue,
  • Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration, establishing teams to tackle complex projects and achieve company goals.
  • Increased market penetration, executing targeted marketing campaigns and strategic partnerships.
  • Served as a key spokesperson for the organization at industry events and conferences, showcasing thought leadership while fostering strategic connections with potential partners.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, resulting in mutually beneficial business opportunities.

President

Delta Insurance Agency, Inc.
Florence, SC
01.1984 - 10.1995

Started an insurance agency from scratch, 3 people, and built it up to over $2,000,000 in premium production,

  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
  • Adopted cutting-edge technologies to improve productivity levels within the organization.
  • Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.

Vice President

Smith-Feike-MInton
Wilmington, OH
01.1977 - 01.1984
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.

Commercial Underwriter

Westfield Insurance
Westfield Center, OH
02.1972 - 01.1977
  • Improved loss ratios through diligent monitoring of policyholder accounts and timely adjustments when necessary.
  • Maximized revenue generation by detecting fraudulent activity and implementing preventative measures accordingly.
  • Developed tailored coverage solutions for unique client needs, demonstrating expertise in multiple industries and product lines.
  • Assisted in the development of underwriting guidelines, providing clear direction for assessing commercial risks.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management

University of Akron
Akron, OH
12-1971

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Industry networking
  • Data-driven decision making

Accomplishments

President of the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce

President of the Wilmington YMCA

Attained CIC - Certified Insurance Counselor

Certification

CIC - Certified Insurance Counselor

Timeline

Executive Vice President

Aiken & Co., Inc
10.1995 - 07.2024

President

Delta Insurance Agency, Inc.
01.1984 - 10.1995

Vice President

Smith-Feike-MInton
01.1977 - 01.1984

Commercial Underwriter

Westfield Insurance
02.1972 - 01.1977

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Management

University of Akron