PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline

Jessica Hall

CNA Surety
Jasper,FL
1
Language
17
years of professional experience

Detail-oriented professional with experience in evaluating construction contracts, contractor financial statements, bids, proposals, and overall risks to support sound business decisions. Skilled in analyzing complex information, assessing qualifications and financial capacity, reviewing contract requirements, identifying potential risks, and ensuring adherence to established guidelines and procedures. Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and make informed decisions. Seeking to leverage my underwriting, analytical, and relationship management experience in a Procurement Coordinator role focused on evaluating bids and proposals, vendor selection, and supporting efficient, complaint procurement processes.

Work History

Surety Underwriter

2 Years
CNA Surety | 06.2024 - 06.2026
  • Underwrite and approve surety bonds, including bid, performance, payment, maintenance, completion, and miscellaneous bonds.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with general contractors and subcontractors, agents, brokers, and internal business partners.
  • Evaluated contractor character, capacity, capital, and overall risk profile in accordance with state laws and company underwriting guidelines.
  • Analyzed contractor financial statements, Work-in-progress schedules, backlog, cash flow, liquidity, debt and tangible net worth to assess financial strength and creditworthiness.
  • Evaluated and interpreted project contract documents, bids, bond forms, indemnity agreements, and supporting documentation to make sound underwriting decisions.
  • Communicated underwriting decisions, bond capacity, terms, conditions, and requirements to agents and contractors.

Academic Advisor I

2 Years 11 Months
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 07.2021 - 06.2024
  • Advised students on degree requirements, course sequencing, and academic policies to support timely progression.
  • Developed individualized academic plans aligned with program requirements and student goals.
  • Improved advising workflows by standardizing follow-up practices and recordkeeping within student information systems.
  • Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance while maintaining high-quality service delivery.

Associate Campus Director

9 Months
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | 10.2021 - 07.2022
  • Directed campus operations, aligning academic services, student support, and administrative workflows.
  • Managed campus budgets, monitored expenditures, and supported resource planning decisions.
  • Partnered with university leaders to implement policies, resolve issues, and improve service delivery.
  • Supervised staff, clarified priorities, and strengthened accountability across daily campus functions.
  • Guided and supported faculty and staff in University realignment resulting in dissolution of Associate Campus Position to transition into Academic Advisor role managing students on a much larger scale.

Owner

1 Year 2 Months
Lightbulb Moments | 05.2021 - 07.2022
  • Established a North Carolina DBA to provide individual tutoring sessions to K–6 students for a smooth transition back to school after the COVID pandemic.
  • Developed strategic plans to grow brand presence and strengthen market positioning.
  • Partnered with students, teachers, and parents to identify needs and create tailored tutoring plans.
  • Analyzed student data to track progress and inform effective tutoring strategies.

Teacher

1 Year 4 Months
Hoke County Schools | 07.2019 - 11.2020
  • Developed comprehensive plans aligning subject matter with educational goals to enhance student understanding.
  • Assessed students regularly and customized instructional approaches to maintain progress.
  • Incorporated new technologies and instructional strategies to actively engage students and improve learning outcomes.
  • Communicated classroom information, assignments, and upcoming events to parents through Canvas, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
  • Communicated with parents through Canvas regarding classroom information, assignments, and upcoming events.
  • Built relationships with students and parents to improve learning outcomes.

Customer Service Representative

10 Months
Signature Flight Support | 03.2017 - 01.2018
  • Delivered guest and administrative services to pilots, passengers, and aircraft-hangar tenants, enhancing overall customer experience.
  • Recorded product and sales data using Microsoft products, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.
  • Explained policies and procedures on and off the tarmac and established new membership contracts.
  • Clarified policies and procedures on and off the tarmac, facilitating understanding and establishing new membership contracts.
  • Scheduled and arranged meetings for the general manager.

Customer Service Office Staff

5 Years 11 Months
Publix Super Markets Inc. | 09.2009 - 08.2015
  • Delivered customer service and resolved complaints, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated schedules for 16+ employees and trained new hires, improving team efficiency across multiple roles.
  • Coordinated schedules for 16+ employees and trained new employees across multiple positions.
  • Managed back-office finances, including daily cash intake, checks, coupons, money orders, and Western Union transactions.
  • Compiled weekly reports for store managers and corporate offices.
  • Developed employee newsletters, daily briefs, and announcements to improve internal communication.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | Daytona Beach, FL

Graduate coursework completed:

Enterprise Risk Management

Business Accounting; Science of Selling

Economics of Marketing

Bachelor of Science - Project Management

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | Daytona Beach, FL | 12.2018
  • Graduated with Honors, Cum Laude
  • Dean’s List Honoree, Five semesters
  • Future Alumni Scholarship Recipient

Associate in Fidelity & Surety Bonding - Contract and Commercial Surety Bonds

The Institutes
  • AFSB 151: Understanding Surety Bond Basics
  • AFSB 152: Analyzing Contract Surety
  • AFSB 153: Mastering Commercial Surety and Crime Insurance

Associate of Science - Aviation Business Administration

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | Daytona Beach, FL

Skills

Bidding Process
Contract management
Risk Management
Regulatory compliance
Financial Management
Resource Management
Underwriting analysis
Project management
Relationship Building
Underwriting principles
Credit analysis
Customer Relations

Languages

American Sign Language
Professional Working

Timeline

Surety Underwriter

CNA Surety
06.2024 - 06.2026Read More

Associate Campus Director

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
10.2021 - 07.2022Read More

Academic Advisor I

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
07.2021 - 06.2024Read More

Owner

Lightbulb Moments
05.2021 - 07.2022Read More

Teacher

Hoke County Schools
07.2019 - 11.2020Read More

Customer Service Representative

Signature Flight Support
03.2017 - 01.2018Read More

Customer Service Office Staff

Publix Super Markets Inc.
09.2009 - 08.2015Read More

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

MBA from Business Administration
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Bachelor of Science from Project Management
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The Institutes

Associate in Fidelity & Surety Bonding from Contract and Commercial Surety Bonds
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Associate of Science from Aviation Business Administration
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Jessica Hall