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MATTHEW HEDGES

Pflugerville

Summary

Focused and driven Insurance agency owner and producer with more than 20 years of expertise in generating results for organizations by developing their Commercial P&C and Health Insurance business. Successful in developing agency growth by implementing budgets, strategic growth initiatives, hiring and training agents and staff, and creating development programs. Highly skilled in team building and possessing strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Agency Co-Owner

Farmers Insurance
02.2020 - Current
  • Oversee all day to day functions including meeting sales goals, achieving accuracy and excellence bonuses, staying within operating budget and ensuring quality standards are met.
  • Make sure all trainings and compliance standards are followed and met.
  • Hired, trained and managed 5 Producers and 3 CSR's.
  • Build and manage relationships with companies outside of Farmers to place business that did not fit Farmer's appetite.

Co-Pastor

Bible Baptist Church Of Pflugerville
02.2019 - Current
  • Supervise and coordinate church staff and volunteers, ensuring the smooth operation of church activities
  • Lead church budgeting, fundraising, and financial management
  • Develop and implement programs for evangelism, outreach, and ministry
  • Provide counseling, support, and guidance to individuals and families within the congregation, visiting the sick and home-bound, and offer spiritual direction

Kids Pastor

Central Baptist Church of Round Rock
01.2013 - 10.2017
  • Oversaw all activities and ministries for 400 kids and 200 volunteers
  • Developed and implemented age appropriate curriculum for Sunday School, Vacation Bible School and other programs
  • Organized and oversaw special events, activities, and outreaches for children and families
  • Provided Pastoral Care to kids and families

Producer

Jimmie Connolly Company
07.2008 - 01.2013


  • Marketed and sold all lines of Property & Casualty and Life & Health insurance.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic decision-making.
  • Managed production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of projects and adherence to client specifications.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients to provide them with personalized insurance solutions.
  • Collaborate with underwriters to negotiate competitive rates for clients.
  • Conducted annual policy reviews to ensure clients had adequate coverage.
  • Consistently met or exceeded sales targets set by the agency.

Insurance Agent

Countrywide Insurance Services
10.2006 - 07.2008
  • Developed tailored insurance solutions to meet client needs and enhance policyholder satisfaction.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify coverage gaps and recommend appropriate adjustments.
  • Managed claims processes, ensuring timely resolutions and effective communication with clients.
  • Trained junior agents on compliance standards and best practices in insurance sales techniques.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.

Producer

McCall, Hibler & Allen INC
12.2005 - 10.2006
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining client relationships
  • Created marketing strategies to generate new sales
  • Negotiated and processed insurance policies
  • Developed strong relationships with companies

Field Specialist/Team Leader

GMR Protection Resources
04.2003 - 05.2005
  • Responsible carrying out internal and external security surveys for over 700 banks across the nation
  • Based on the internal and external audits, provided recommendations for improved security measures
  • Was a part of a team that made recommendations to Congress on what security should and should no be regulated
  • Was promoted to team leader and managed 30 other Field Specialists

Education

Biblical Studies/Humanities

The Criswell College
Dallas, Texas
03.2004

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Public Speaking
  • Quality Assurance
  • Project Oversight
  • Partnership Development
  • Mentoring and Training

About Me

I am mission-driven leader who lives his life by 4 Christian principles:


  • Have Integrity - tell the truth, do the right thing, fear the Lord.
  • Treat people with Dignity, Respect, and Honor especially when having hard conversations.
  • Always be up front and honest with money and in advising others about their money
  • Be generous

Timeline

Agency Co-Owner

Farmers Insurance
02.2020 - Current

Co-Pastor

Bible Baptist Church Of Pflugerville
02.2019 - Current

Kids Pastor

Central Baptist Church of Round Rock
01.2013 - 10.2017

Producer

Jimmie Connolly Company
07.2008 - 01.2013

Insurance Agent

Countrywide Insurance Services
10.2006 - 07.2008

Producer

McCall, Hibler & Allen INC
12.2005 - 10.2006

Field Specialist/Team Leader

GMR Protection Resources
04.2003 - 05.2005

Biblical Studies/Humanities

The Criswell College

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