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Joseph Egeland

Crystal Lake,IL

Summary

Driven by a commitment to transformative care at Wayside Cross Ministries, I excel in building strong relationships through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. My asset inspection and underwriting background, combined with proven problem-solving and people management skills, showcases a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and fostering collaborative environments. My main goal in my job search is to work for a ministry that is faith-based in Christianity and focused on helping individuals through that medium.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Hope Chest Team Leader

Wayside Cross Ministries
09.2022 - Current

Wayside Cross Ministries provides transformational care for the imprisoned, abused, homeless, and addicted. Individuals are further strengthened through comprehensive discipleship with Wayside staff through the gospel of Jesus Christ.

  • I did not start here as a program resident but as a volunteer in September 2022 and became an employee in January 2023.
  • Build strong relationships with residents and customers through a conversation about the gospel of Jesus Christ.
  • Wayside Cross Ministries houses dozens of men trying to piece their lives together. Many of them work in the resale shop for the resident program, while others stop in to buy goods for daily use. My responsibility is to make sure they hear the gospel and lend a helping ear to what they might be going through.
  • Price items for resale and run the register. Open and close the store while making sure the money is accountable every day before opening and after closing,


Asset Inspector

GenStone Realty, The Egeland Group
06.2020 - 09.2022
  • Assist the managing broker in various real estate interactions, including but not limited to Asset Inspections, Broker Price Opinions, and Marketing Photos.



Driver

Uber
05.2019 - 05.2020
  • Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.

Stop-Loss Underwriter

BCS Financial Corporation
05.2012 - 08.2018
  • Determine risk utilizing demographical data, manual rates, industry, and other carrier experience for specific and aggregate Stop-Loss accounts.
  • Perform administrative duties regarding new and renewal business, risk assessments, managing quote boxes, and making recommendations to Underwriting staff.
  • Develop strategic relationships with Sales Associates, Brokers, Third-Party Administrators and other external and internal partners.
  • I reviewed large claims before nurse review, formatted censuses, input specific and aggregate information for insured groups from 50-20,000 employees.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
12.2009

Chartered Life Underwriter - Underwriting

American College of Financial Services
King Of Prussia, PA
01.2017

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team motivation
  • People Management
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Quality Improvement
  • Conflict Resolution

Timeline

Hope Chest Team Leader

Wayside Cross Ministries
09.2022 - Current

Asset Inspector

GenStone Realty, The Egeland Group
06.2020 - 09.2022

Driver

Uber
05.2019 - 05.2020

Stop-Loss Underwriter

BCS Financial Corporation
05.2012 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Northern Illinois University

Chartered Life Underwriter - Underwriting

American College of Financial Services
Joseph Egeland