Melinda Gardner Shaw
Bradenton,FL
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Underwriting Consultant
The Penn Muutual Life Insurance Company
Horsham, PA
01.2011 - Current
- Drove revenue growth by cultivating strong partnerships with key brokers and agents.
- Advanced corporate goals and objectives through active participation on Underwriting Committee.
- Participated in industry conferences as a panelist or presenter, sharing insights on underwriting strategies and challenges faced by professionals in the field.
- Implemented training programs to enhance staff knowledge of emerging risks and industry best practices.
- Reviewed existing policies for compliance with company standards, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed [Type of underwriting] plan characteristics to assess risks.
- Provided expert guidance to colleagues during complex negotiations with clients, resulting in successful deal closures.
Senior Medical Unnderwriter
Ash Brokerage
Harrisburg, PA
03.2005 - 06.2010
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Medical Underwriter Supervisor, Major Case Unit
AXA Network
Harrisburg, PA
08.2003 - 03.2005
Underwritin Account Manager
National Financial Partners (NFP)
Camp Hill, PA
08.2001 - 07.2003
Underwring Team Leader & Underwriter
The Pennsylvania Medical Society Liability Company
Harrisburg, PA
09.1996 - 06.2000
- Facilitated meetings, projects and presentations to the underwriting team and department.
- Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Conducted risk management assessments of medical facilities.
- Coordinated resources to support retention efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PASkills
- Relationship Management
- Sales Support
- Underwriting guidelines
- Training and mentoring
- Microsoft Office
- Reinsurance knowledge
- Client Relationship Building
- Risk Assessment
Timeline
Sr. Underwriting Consultant
The Penn Muutual Life Insurance Company
01.2011 - Current
Senior Medical Unnderwriter
Ash Brokerage
03.2005 - 06.2010
Medical Underwriter Supervisor, Major Case Unit
AXA Network
08.2003 - 03.2005
Underwritin Account Manager
National Financial Partners (NFP)
08.2001 - 07.2003
Underwring Team Leader & Underwriter
The Pennsylvania Medical Society Liability Company
09.1996 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Arts - English
The Pennsylvania State University