Larry Bales
Columbus ,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in risk analysis, underwriting, brokering and team leadership. Known for effective communication and the ability to drive growth through strategic market insights and relationship management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
AVP
EQ One / Alliant Insurance Services
Los Angeles, California
06.2023 - 03.2026
- Analyzed market trends and cycles to inform underwriting strategies and risk assessments to domestic earthquake exposed risks
- Managed client relationships, ensuring timely communication in the underwriting process
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures related to relevant risks and accounts
- Provided leadership, direction, guidance, and support to team members on a daily basis.
AVP
Catalytic Risk Managers & Insurance Agency, LLC
Denver, CO
04.2016 - 04.2023
- Built, managed, and maintained a property book of business exceeding $85M combined premium over 7 years with catastrophic wind/hurricane exposure while maintaining excellent internal risk scores
- Developed new broker relationships, furthering contributions to the department's strategic growth plans and expansion initiatives
- Responsible for training & coaching newly hired professionals; teaching skills, market knowledge, and underwriting philosophy
- Led and initiated account meetings with wholesale brokers, retail agents and clients
AVP
CRC Insurance Services Inc
Atlanta / Tampa, GA / FL
09.2006 - 04.2016
- Placed and brokered a book of business exceeding $26M annual premium, increasing book size by 74% over a span of six years
- Built and maintained strong, productive relationships with various retail agents throughout domestic market
- Developed an internal property line slip with Lloyds of London by maintaining productive relationships via international travel and meetings
- Negotiated with multiple underwriting firms layering complex risks including exposure to hurricane, convective wind/hail, and earthquake perils
- Placing new and renewal business with Total Insured Values that range from $10M to $5B+
- Continual servicing of accounts including submissions, processing endorsements, and checking policies
Education
BBA - Insurance And Risk Management
University of Georgia
GA05-2006
Skills
- Risk assessment
- Underwriting strategies
- Client relationship management
- Market trend analysis
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Partnership development
Affiliations
- WSIA, Events Committee Chair, Tampa FL
- Risk Management Industry Networking Representative, Colorado University
- Volunteer, Community Resource Center, Columbus OH
Timeline
AVP
EQ One / Alliant Insurance Services
06.2023 - 03.2026
AVP
Catalytic Risk Managers & Insurance Agency, LLC
04.2016 - 04.2023
AVP
CRC Insurance Services Inc
09.2006 - 04.2016
BBA - Insurance And Risk Management
University of Georgia