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Mary Byington

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Multi-Line Insurance Agent with a proven track record at Capital Insurance Agency, showcasing expertise in insurance sales and policy analysis alongside exceptional negotiation skills. Elevated client satisfaction through personalized solutions, achieving a significant increase in client base and retention. Demonstrates strong leadership in operations management, enhancing company efficiency and service quality.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Multi-Line Insurance Agent

Capital Insurance Agency
  • Utilized CRM systems effectively to track interactions with clients, monitor policy renewals, and manage sales pipeline activities.
  • Conducted regular follow-up communication with clients to ensure their satisfaction while identifying additional sales opportunities.
  • Showcased strong organizational skills in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accurate records and adhering to industry regulations.
  • Maximized sales opportunities by cross-selling and upselling various insurance products and services.
  • Collaborated with underwriters to evaluate risk factors and accurately price policies for optimal coverage.
  • Assessed client needs comprehensively using fact-finding techniques during consultations for accurate policy recommendations.
  • Conducted comprehensive policy reviews to ensure clients were adequately protected against potential risks.
  • Resolved complex claims issues promptly, working closely with adjusters and claimants to achieve fair settlements.
  • Streamlined policy management processes for greater efficiency and improved retention rates.
  • Mentored new agents in sales techniques, product knowledge, and agency operations for successful career development.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized insurance solutions tailored to individual needs.
  • Expanded client base by actively prospecting and networking to generate leads.
  • Coordinated claims handling process between clients and insurance carriers, ensuring timely resolutions and minimized loss.
  • Enhanced client education by delivering informative presentations on insurance topics such as coverage options, risk management strategies, and claims processes.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
  • Prepared and reviewed insurance applications to verify compliance with regulations.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.
  • Negotiated with insurance underwriters to obtain better coverage and improved rates for clients.
  • Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
  • Identified potential risks in client businesses and recommended appropriate insurance coverage.
  • Utilized CRM software to manage client relationships.
  • Educated clients on insurance policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed customer needs to provide customized insurance solutions.
  • Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.
  • Collected premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
  • Analyzed risk factors to recommend appropriate coverage levels.
  • Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
  • Monitored customer feedback and identified areas of improvement.
  • Identified and solicited sales prospects in agency databases.
  • Evaluated competitors' products and services to gain competitive advantage.
  • Created sources for continuous client referrals within community and with businesses using extensive networking skills.

Manager of Operations

Capital Insurance Agency
03.1985 - 01.2025
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring prompt resolution of issues and concerns.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing overall operational expenses without compromising service quality.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for staff members.
  • Streamlined operational processes by implementing efficient workflow management strategies.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Implemented customer feedback system to identify areas for service improvement, leading to increased customer satisfaction scores.
  • Coordinated with IT department to upgrade inventory management software, reducing errors and saving time.
  • Reduced downtime and improved productivity by maintaining equipment and scheduling regular maintenance checks.
  • Enhanced customer experience by refining service delivery processes, leading to repeat business and positive reviews.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Education

Washington High School, Milwaukee, WI

Skills

  • Goal oriented
  • Insurance sales expertise
  • Negotiation and persuasion
  • Professional networking
  • Underwriting
  • Claims handling and processing
  • Policy analysis and interpretation
  • Customer service
  • Licensed insurance agent
  • Quotes and sales
  • Customer follow-up
  • Client needs analysis
  • Client relations
  • Operations management
  • Auto insurance
  • Policy renewals
  • Leads prospecting
  • Negotiation
  • Upselling
  • New client acquisition
  • Property insurance
  • Client retention
  • Client account management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Policy writing
  • CRM software
  • Negotiation abilities
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Goal oriented
  • Effective communication
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Relationship building
  • Customer engagement
  • Data entry
  • Property and casualty insurance
  • Interpersonal skills

  • Professionalism
  • Customer complaint resolution
  • Policy changes
  • Customer account review
  • Client consultations

Timeline

Manager of Operations - Capital Insurance Agency
03.1985 - 01.2025
Multi-Line Insurance Agent - Capital Insurance Agency
Washington High School - ,
Mary Byington