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Jeannette Sheldon

Lebanon,OR

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Insurance Agency Owner

American National Property And Casualty Company
04.2018 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all federal/state regulations as well as company policies while managing daily operations of the insurance agency.
  • Increased client retention by consistently providing exceptional customer service and maintaining strong relationships.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries, addressing concerns and providing knowledgeable guidance on various insurance matters.
  • Boosted agency visibility through targeted marketing campaigns, enhancing brand awareness and attracting new customers.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of clients'' insurance portfolios to identify gaps in coverage and offer appropriate solutions.
  • Oversaw agency financial management activities including budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, revenue generation strategies development.
  • Developed comprehensive insurance policies tailored to clients'' unique needs, resulting in increased satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Mentored junior agents to enhance their sales skills and industry knowledge, fostering a high-performance team environment.
  • Collaborated with underwriters in creating customized insurance packages suited to the specific requirements of both individual and corporate clientele.
  • Expanded agency operations by identifying new market opportunities and implementing strategic growth initiatives.
  • Streamlined internal processes for greater efficiency, improving overall agency performance and profitability.
  • Led efforts to maintain a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and job satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflows, training programs, and performance management systems.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.

Accreditation Evaluator

ACICS
01.2012 - 03.2020
  • Presented concise evaluation reports to management, supporting strategic decision-making processes.
  • Provided valuable input during proposal writing processes, contributing to successful project acquisitions for the organization.
  • Maintained a high degree of professionalism when dealing with sensitive information or challenging situations during the course of an evaluation.
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing among colleagues by presenting key insights from completed evaluations at internal meetings.
  • Conducted regular reviews of existing evaluation frameworks, identifying areas for improvement or adaptation based on changing circumstances or needs.

Dean of Education

ITT Technical Institute
11.2013 - 09.2017

As the Dean of Education led the department from 127th out of 135 schools to number 5 out of 135 schools.

Decreased attrition from 13.27% to 3.89% in 6 months.

Increased student satisfaction results from 3.89% to 4.36%. Received Dean of the Quarter for the March 2016 quarter and the Student Excellence award for the June 2016 quarter and Dean of the year in 2014, 2015 and 2016.

Ensured proper evaluation of incoming transfer credits and their application to the student data system.

Provided student academic progress advising including academic and financial aid probation and conducted suspensions as necessary.

Conducted new student orientations..

Dean of Education

Everest University
02.2008 - 10.2013

As Director of Education was responsible for the education department including scheduling, student registration and all student records including recording attendance, entering grades and preparing transcripts.

Was ultimately responsible for proper evaluation of incoming transfer credits and their application to the student data system. Provided student academic advising of their academic progress including academic and financial aid probation Conducted new student orientations.

Developed a leadership training success program in our campus that soon became adopted in our region to encourage and support all faculty and staff for advancement in their career. Managed a student ambassador program that assisted and supported fellow students and promoted positive campus morale.

Wrote an ABHES Program Effectiveness Plan for the campus for programmatic accreditation by ABHES for the Medical Assistant program and participated in the development of the curriculum to ensure accreditation compliance which resulted in 0 findings.

Academic Dean

Concorde Career College
09.2000 - 02.2008

As the Academic Dean managed 6 Program Directors, an Associate Dean, a Student Services Coordinator, and a team of 32 Instructors.

Achieved 98% student satisfaction percentages, 84% completion rate and a 93% placement rate.

Attendance percentages increased 7% across the board, most notably in the Medical Assistant Program.

Created a training program for new Instructors and Program Directors in their daily duties and performed monthly training of all staff members in the education department.

Designed a grade book for instructors used to manage students’ grades and automatically complete mid-term evaluations and final evaluations for students which was adopted nationally in all Programs.

Managed a reentry program that was #1 of all schools. Maintained supply and inventory budgets. Ensured complete compliance with accrediting bodies.

Scheduled student’s classes, advised on career directions, and carried out disciplinary actions.

Wrote and implemented the curriculum for the dental assisting, medical assisting, and dental hygiene program ensuring ACCSC, ABHES, and DANB requirements were all met.

Education

Doctor of Odontology - Dentistry

Central Eastern University
09.1997

Skills

  • Policy analysis
  • Staff Development
  • Underwriting knowledge
  • Claims Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Relationship Building
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Operations Management
  • Staff Management
  • Task Delegation
  • Public Speaking
  • Cost Control and Budgeting

Timeline

Insurance Agency Owner

American National Property And Casualty Company
04.2018 - Current

Dean of Education

ITT Technical Institute
11.2013 - 09.2017

Accreditation Evaluator

ACICS
01.2012 - 03.2020

Dean of Education

Everest University
02.2008 - 10.2013

Academic Dean

Concorde Career College
09.2000 - 02.2008

Doctor of Odontology - Dentistry

Central Eastern University
Jeannette Sheldon