Jonathan Shapiro
Summary
A versatile professional with a diverse skill set, bringing a wealth of experience in two sectors of the insurance industry. Committed to contributing to the success of a new agency and helping achieve company goals. Adaptable nature and expertise in various areas make an ideal candidate to support the growth and development of the organization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agency Producer
Jessica Strauch State Farm
11.2024 - Current
- Created sources for continuous client referrals within community and with businesses using extensive networking skills.
- Analyzed customer needs to provide customized insurance solutions.
- Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
- Increased personal production every month while learning State Farm's vast quoting platforms
Claims Specialist - Proximity
State Farm
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Implemented strategies to increase closings, which went up by 20% on a weekly basis
- While on inspections, recognized underwriting risks and notified Underwriting
- Revised writing style to present detailed file notes in a more concise manner
- Advise and assist team members daily with questions and concerns in ECS, Claims Summary and Coverage
- Developed an organizational strategy when labeling photos to easily sort them in the same order the photos were taken
- Advised agents on status of claims, how to best serve their insured moving forward, and explain coverages and limits some agents aren't aware of
Agency Producer
Farmers Insurance - The Robert Hasty Agency
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Sold over $125K in first full year
- Named to Farmers Topper Club for top sales reps in the company
Program Director/Morning Show Host
NRG Media - WRKX 95.3 Jack FM
04.2017 - 08.2021
- Company Overview: Local Radio Station
- Created a morning show that generated over $100K in Advertising while growing a loyal audience
- Updated imaging and on-air and online content to drive the station's brand
- Thrived in creative production (writing, producing, voicing)
- Local Radio Station
Co-Owner
Guys on the Radio: DJ Service
01.2011 - 12.2019
- Company Overview: Award-Winning Wedding Events DJ/Emcee Company
- Achieved 'Best of the Knot' Hall of Fame for Wedding Vendors
- Consulted wedding couples on how to have a successful wedding reception and paired with their vision for the perfect day
- Implemented training to grow the staff to allow for more booking availability
- Award-Winning Wedding Events DJ/Emcee Company
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Communications
North Central College
Naperville09.2000
Skills
- Relationship building
- Customer service
- Insurance sales
- Adaptability
- Reliability
- Cross-selling
- Advertising campaigns
- Life insurance
- Problem-solving
- Product knowledge
- Excellent communication
Certification
Active Licenses in Property, Casualty, Life and Health Insurance.
Accomplishments
40 Under 40
Honoring area business leaders and entrepreneurs under the age of 40
Silver Dome Award Winner
1st Place Radio award for best written and produced humorous commercial.
Member of Peru Afternoon Rotary
(9/2021 - 4/2023)
Timeline
Agency Producer
Jessica Strauch State Farm
11.2024 - Current
Claims Specialist - Proximity
State Farm
06.2023 - 11.2024
Agency Producer
Farmers Insurance - The Robert Hasty Agency
05.2021 - 05.2023
Program Director/Morning Show Host
NRG Media - WRKX 95.3 Jack FM
04.2017 - 08.2021
Co-Owner
Guys on the Radio: DJ Service
01.2011 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Communications
North Central College
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