Lori Thomas
MONETT,MO
Summary
Dedicated, service-oriented professional with history of meeting company and personal goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the relationship with clients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Insurance Agent/Office Manager
Bell And Associates
MONETT, United States
06.2017 - Current
- Calculated quotes and educated potential clients on insurance options.
- Obtained underwriting approval by completing application for coverage.
- Recommended type and amount of coverage based on analysis of customers' circumstances using persuasive sales techniques.
- Attended continuing education courses and workshops to gain additional insurance industry knowledge.
Employment Specialist/Job Coach
The Arc Of The Ozarks
Monett, MO
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
- Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
- Maintained records of consumer employment activity such as potential and current employers.
- Conducted assessments, interviews and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support.
- Provided clients with on-the-job training and employment related support to maintain and retain employment.
Independent Business Owner
Self
MONETT, MO
01.2012 - 10.2015
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Drury University
Springfield, MO12.2021
Skills
- Service-Oriented
- Client Prospecting
- Underwriter Collaboration
- Records Maintenance
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Administrative Functions
Timeline
Licensed Insurance Agent/Office Manager
Bell And Associates
06.2017 - Current
Employment Specialist/Job Coach
The Arc Of The Ozarks
07.2014 - 06.2017
Independent Business Owner
Self
01.2012 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science -
Drury University