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Nina Taylor Garza

Rowlett,TX

Summary

Driven insurance agent and customer service professional who is seeking employment with a growing company.  I have strong interpersonal and organizational skills with a keen ability to multitask a variety of challenges and responsibilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

P&C Senior Insurance Agent

Automobile Club Of Southern California
10.2016 - Current
  • Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
  • Modeled exceptional customer service skills and appropriate diagnostic sales techniques.
  • Collected all premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
  • Calculated quotes and educated potential clients on insurance options.
  • Addressed an average of 250 customer inquiries and complaints each week.
  • Managed customer calls effectively and efficiently in a complex, fast-paced and challenging call center environment.
  • Managed high call volume with tact and professionalism.
  • Determined client needs and financial situations by listening and scheduling fact-finding appointments.
  • Obtained underwriting approval by completing application for coverage.
  • Approached potential clients by using direct marketing mailings and phone contacts.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Negotiated with insurance underwriters to obtain better coverage and improved rates for clients.
  • Prepared and reviewed insurance applications to verify compliance with regulations.
  • Utilized CRM software to manage client relationships.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to boost sales and increase customer base.
  • Created detailed reports for management to track performance and sales.
  • Monitored changes in insurance industry to stay compliant with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Identified potential risks in client businesses and recommended appropriate insurance coverage.
  • Investigated and processed claims swiftly to keep customers satisfied.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.
  • Educated clients on insurance policies and procedures.
  • Collected premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Finalized sales and collected necessary deposits.
  • Generated leads through cold-calling, networking and other outreach methods.
  • Met with customers to provide information about available products and policies.
  • Researched and identified potential new markets.
  • Analyzed customer needs to provide customized insurance solutions.
  • Developed and implemented promotional strategies to increase customer base.
  • 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.
  • Analyzed risk factors to recommend appropriate coverage levels.
  • Created sources for continuous client referrals within community and with businesses using extensive networking skills.
  • Negotiated contracts and terms of sale with potential customers.
  • Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
  • Conducted research and identified market trends to develop better strategies for sales.
  • Designed presentations and marketing materials to promote insurance products.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies

Court Reporting Institute in Dallas TX, United States
Dallas, United States
05.2009

Skills

  • Committed, efficient and reliable team player
  • Customer Advocate
  • Compassionate and Understanding
  • Meticulous and detail oriented
  • Results-oriented
  • Personable
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Client Relations Expert
  • Superior Customer Service
  • Complex Problem Solver
  • Professional Customer Interactions
  • Driven
  • Proactive 

Certification

Personal Lines Property & Casualty License obtained in January, 2017.

Accomplishments

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  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].

Timeline

P&C Senior Insurance Agent

Automobile Club Of Southern California
10.2016 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies

Court Reporting Institute in Dallas TX, United States
Nina Taylor Garza