Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

MARK LIVINGSTON

Bright Shield Insurance
Dallas,TX
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience

Results-oriented insurance professional specializing in enhancing customer experiences and driving operational efficiency. Expertise in service and sales supports adaptability and effective problem-solving to meet client and organizational needs. Proven leadership in agency operations fosters collaboration and delivers impactful results while leveraging strategic planning and resource management for organizational success.

Work History

AGENCY MANAGER

2 Years
Bright Shield Insurance | 09.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated merger transition between 2 independent insurance agencies
  • Oversaw day to day operations of the agency
  • Created standard operating procedures for insurance agents
  • Created and analyzed sales and retention reports to inform strategic decisions
  • Maintained a 92% retention rate through the first year of merger
  • Overcame various challenges during the merger
  • Led quality control processes of all policies to ensure agency guidelines were being followed

LICENSED INSURANCE AGENT

3 Years 2 Months
Hello Covered Insurance | 07.2021 - 09.2024
  • Managed a book of business from the beginning to $3.5 million
  • Led sales team of 6 agents to achieve compliance with tasks and guidelines.
  • Developed Quality Assurance guidelines for sales agents, enhancing client coverage.
  • Created training programs for sales and service agents
  • Proficient in Agency management systems and CRMs. Including EZLynx Agency Zoom and QQ Catalyst
  • Established service department from inception, including development of training program for sales and service agents.
  • Supported the marketing plans and execution against the sales strategy.
  • Exhibited deep understanding of products, market, competition, and consumer behavior of homeowners, real estate agents, and home service professionals.
  • Regularly reported on progress and ensured goals were being met.
  • Service Manager June 2022-September 2024

LICENSED SERVICE AGENT

1 Year 1 Month
GOOSEHEAD INSURANCE | 06.2020 - 07.2021
  • Consulted customers on personal lines of insurance, tailoring recommendations to meet individual needs
  • Promoted to High Priority team to assist in high-profile clients and emergency requests
  • Educated clients on existing coverage details and outlined actionable next steps for better understanding
  • Solved various customer problems and answered complex inquiries, which resulted in high satisfaction rates on customer surveys
  • Provided excellent customer service via electronic and telecommunications in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high accuracy
  • Listened to customer needs and performed up-selling and cross-selling.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

1 Year
AVERO SOFTWARE | 03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Delivered technical support to global clientele through electronic communication, ensuring prompt resolution of issues
  • Coordinated and led online training sessions for customers, enhancing their understanding and use of products
  • Applied problem-solving skills to address client needs effectively and efficiently
  • Managed daily tasks using Salesforce and Zendesk to streamline workflow. through use of systems such as Salesforce, Slack, WebEx, and Zendesk
  • Continued building knowledge on a daily basis to provide excellent customer support for an ever-changing industry
  • Capitalized on opportunities to lead team meetings and interoffice training

Education

Bachelor of Science - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Southern New Hampshire University | Hooksett, NH | 05-2025
  • Dean's List Spring 2025

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Eastfield College | Mesquite, TX

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS

No Degree - General Studies

Richland College | DALLAS, TX

Skills

Operations management
Staff training
Sales growth
Agency operations
Sales strategy
Multiline accounts
Time management
Task prioritization
Relationship building

Certification

  • Texas Property and Casualty General Line License - Active since 2020
  • Life and Health License License - Active since 2021

Timeline

AGENCY MANAGER

Bright Shield Insurance
09.2024 - CurrentRead More

LICENSED INSURANCE AGENT

Hello Covered Insurance
07.2021 - 09.2024Read More

LICENSED SERVICE AGENT

GOOSEHEAD INSURANCE
06.2020 - 07.2021Read More

CUSTOMER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

AVERO SOFTWARE
03.2019 - 03.2020Read More

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Science from BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
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Eastfield College

Associate of Arts from Business Administration
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Richland College

No Degree from General Studies
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MARK LIVINGSTON