Matthew Hargrave
Cincinnati
Summary
Underwriting Specialist with extensive experience at The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, excelling in underwriting analysis and team collaboration. Recognized for achieving RPLU+ designation, demonstrating commitment to professional growth and effective communication in high-stakes environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Underwriting Specialist Management Liability
The Cincinnati Insurance Companies
07.2025 - Current
- Serve as a designated Cyber Specialist for my team and department, providing expertise on cyber risk and underwriting.
- Instructor for a traveling Cyber training program, delivering education and best practices.
- Support team members with lower approval authority by reviewing and approving policies, ensuring sound underwriting decisions and consistency.
- Speak each Spring and Fall with incoming intern classes on management liability lines, helping build foundational understanding and engagement.
Senior Underwriter Management Liability
The Cincinnati Insurance Companies
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Lead the training and development of new underwriters.
- Selected as a subject matter expert for our policy rating platform.
- Serve as an instructor for our traveling Advanced Account Representative program.
- Obtained RPLU+ certification to enhance professional qualifications.
Management Liability Underwriter
The Cincinnati Insurance Companies
Fairfield
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Underwrite and manage a portfolio of Management Liability renewal business across multiple states.
- Completed RPLU certification to enhance professional expertise.
Financial Aid Administrator
ATA College
Cincinnati
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Beckfield's Springdale campus was acquired by ATA college in late September of 2018.
- Held the same responsibilities at Beckfield College.
Senior Financial Aid Administrator
Beckfield College
Tri-County
09.2015 - 09.2018
Financial Aid
Beckfield College
Tri-County
01.2013 - 09.2016
- Ensure compliance with evolving Department of Education regulations by maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial aid processes and controls.
- Manage the timely and accurate submission of student funding, supporting operational efficiency and student success.
- Oversee tracking and reconciliation of submitted files, proactively identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain data integrity.
- Provide one-on-one guidance to prospective and current students, helping them navigate financial aid options and make informed decisions.
Sales Associate
Michaels Stores, Inc.
Hamilton
09.2007 - 01.2013
- Managed a wide range of retail operations, including sales floor supervision, cash handling, end-of-day reconciliation, inventory processing, and delivering high-quality customer service.
- Supported store leadership by helping oversee daily sales floor activities and ensuring a smooth, efficient customer experience.
- Served as Part-Time/Weekend Manager (April 2011 - September 2011), acting as Manager on Duty with full responsibility for opening and closing the store, holding store keys, and supervising staff.
- Stepped down from management role to prioritize completion of final year of college while continuing to contribute as a key team member.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Mass Communication/Media Studies
Miami University
01-2012
Associate's degree - Business
Miami University
01-2011
Skills
- Customer Service
- Team collaboration
- Time Management
- Cyber risk underwriting
- Policy analysis
- Risk assessment
- Underwriting analysis
- Effective communication
Certification
- RPLU
- RPLU+
Timeline
Underwriting Specialist Management Liability
The Cincinnati Insurance Companies
07.2025 - Current
Senior Underwriter Management Liability
The Cincinnati Insurance Companies
04.2023 - 07.2025
Management Liability Underwriter
The Cincinnati Insurance Companies
05.2021 - 04.2023
Financial Aid Administrator
ATA College
09.2018 - 05.2021
Senior Financial Aid Administrator
Beckfield College
09.2015 - 09.2018
Financial Aid
Beckfield College
01.2013 - 09.2016
Sales Associate
Michaels Stores, Inc.
09.2007 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Mass Communication/Media Studies
Miami University
Associate's degree - Business
Miami University