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Natalie Newsome

Portal,GA

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Seasoned Health Insurance Agent provides clients with comprehensive coverage guidance. Formulates tailored solutions to unique protection requirements with attention to individual health factors. Tactful communicator translates complex coverage policies into comprehendible terms.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Life & Health Benefits Agent

Liberty National Life Ins. Division Of Globe Life
10.2004 - 09.2023
  • Answered inbound calls from existing and future policyholders to answer inquiries and discuss insurance options.
  • Educated clients about health insurance coverage options, benefits and costs.
  • Responded to customer inquiries regarding health insurance coverage and policies to assist with informed decision-making.
  • Provided comprehensive customer service to drive client satisfaction.
  • Performed needs analysis to obtain information required to make appropriate health insurance product recommendations.
  • Verified insurance coverage by telephone and online to guarantee proper reimbursement of benefits and estimate patients' financial responsibilities.
  • Monitored changes in health insurance laws and regulations to verify continuous compliance.
  • Developed and maintained client databases to track customer service interactions and evaluate service quality.
  • Assisted clients with filing and tracking health insurance claims to facilitate swift settlements.
  • Developed tailored health insurance plans to meet individualized client needs.
  • Used [Software] to process benefit transactions.
  • Developed relationships with providers and networks to achieve favorable client coverage.
  • Compiled and maintained client records to monitor health insurance policies and premiums paid.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to drive health insurance sales.
  • 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.
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
  • Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
  • Negotiated with insurers to secure industry-leading health insurance coverage for clients.
  • Generated leads through cold-calling, networking and other outreach methods.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
  • Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Analyzed risk factors to recommend appropriate coverage levels.
  • Monitored customer feedback and identified areas of improvement.
  • Negotiated contracts and terms of sale with potential customers.
  • Created sources for continuous client referrals within community and with businesses using extensive networking skills.
  • Evaluated competitors' products and services to gain competitive advantage.
  • Identified and solicited sales prospects in agency databases.
  • Researched and identified potential new markets.
  • Developed and implemented promotional strategies to increase customer base.
  • Conducted research and identified market trends to develop better strategies for sales.
  • Designed presentations and marketing materials to promote insurance products.

Store Manager

The Wicker Barn Inc
01.2001 - 10.2004
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.

Store /Finance Manager

Eagle Furniture & Appliance Inc
12.1991 - 10.2001
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.

  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Spearheaded promotional sales events
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.

Education

BBA -

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
06.2025

BBA -

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
06.2025

Skills

  • Manage Train & Supervise Agents in Prospecting, Product Sales, Customer Call Centers & Claims
  • Customer Needs Assessment
  • Life Health & Accident Insurance Direct / Online Sales
  • Program & Supervise Enrollments & Education Seminars
  • Conserving Existing & Prospecting New Individual/ Business Clients including Referral Generation & Cold Calling thru Call Center
  • Professional Development Business, Marketing,Life & Health Insurance Industry Knowledge
  • Call Center Customer Service & Claim Support with Underwriter / Claims collaboration

Certification

National Producer 8274600

Georgia 695723

Florida P209371

Timeline

Life & Health Benefits Agent

Liberty National Life Ins. Division Of Globe Life
10.2004 - 09.2023

Store Manager

The Wicker Barn Inc
01.2001 - 10.2004

Store /Finance Manager

Eagle Furniture & Appliance Inc
12.1991 - 10.2001

BBA -

Georgia Southern University

BBA -

Georgia Southern University

National Producer 8274600

Georgia 695723

Florida P209371

Natalie Newsome