Experienced sales professional skilled in leading high-performing sales teams and generating revenue growth. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving results in dynamic market conditions. Proficient in strategic planning, client relationship management, and sales strategy development, driving success and growth in competitive industries.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Manager
Wraith, Scarlett, & Randolph Insurance
02.2023 - Current
Oversee a team of 27 crop insurance agents throughout the United States
Increased sales by 7 million in MPCI and 20 million in RI products
Use data and loss history to target specific regions throughout the U.S to increase sales
Utilize other ag sectors to create additional revenue for the company and clients
Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Create a marketing plan for targeted areas and crops
Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring the best pricing and terms for company profitability.
Strategically place business to maximize commission and profit share
Developed comprehensive product knowledge, enabling tailored solutions for clients'' specific needs.
Experience with multiple products across multiple carriers
Collaborated with marketing specialist to create targeted promotional campaigns, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
Evaluated competitor offerings to adapt sales strategies and maintain competitive advantage.
Negotiated partnerships with complementary businesses, creating synergies and expanding customer base.
Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
Executive Member
Hundt Family Farm LLC
03.2019 - Current
Prepare the budget and schedule to ensure financial deadlines are met for 350-acre farm
Responsible for obtaining better yield and profitability by deciding when to sell crops based on market trends
Oversee planting, spraying, and harvesting crops throughout the year
Confirm marketing contracts are delivered on schedule
Research and review current Ag technology to better enhance farm efficiencies
Evaluate data from preceding crop year to make informed decisions for future operating decisions
Claims Supervisor
Rain and Hail LLC
06.2018 - 02.2023
Territory Supervisor for North East Iowa claims division
Increased territory policy count by 270 policies due to excellent claims service
Oversee 89 million dollars of claim payments in 2021
Led industry in Iowa by completing claim load 25 days ahead of the closest competitor
Lead, train, and support a team of 25 contract adjusters
Allocate claims and quality control reviews amongst team members
Assist auditors within designated territory with complex claims or situations
Serve as the primary claims contact for 90 agents
Inspire team members to perform and produce their best by having a positive, encouraging personality
Collect, organize, and present industry updates and new processes to adjusters and agency force
Assisted in the recruitment and selection of new claims adjusters, ensuring they possessed the necessary skills and expertise to excel in their roles.
Monitored performance metrics regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective measures accordingly.
Lead Adjuster
Rain and Hail LLC
03.2016 - 06.2018
Provide excellent service that contributed to division of the year award
Exceeded goal of 200 multi-peril, crop-hail, and quality control claims by 90
Assist with questions from external customers regarding policy information
Responsible for training and follow up assessment of adjusters
Organize and submit all required claim paperwork and documentation
Support current supervisor by taking on challenging claims, concerns and/or complaints and responding to the appropriate parties in a timely manner
Build and maintain professional relationships that led to 30 additional policies
Stay up to date on industry changes and company products
Process a variety of tasks in a fast paced, time-sensitive, environment
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Agricultural Business
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
Skills
KPI tracking
Project planning
Product strategy
Product lifecycle management
Relationship building
Sales team training
Staff management
Goals and performance
Strategic planning
Sales strategy development
Areas Of Interest
Spending time with my wife and kids
Helping on the family farm
International Travel
Attending sporting events
Playing on multi-sport rec league teams
Visiting new places and experiencing different cultures
Certification
Property and Casualty Insurance License
Timeline
Sales Manager
Wraith, Scarlett, & Randolph Insurance
02.2023 - Current
Executive Member
Hundt Family Farm LLC
03.2019 - Current
Claims Supervisor
Rain and Hail LLC
06.2018 - 02.2023
Lead Adjuster
Rain and Hail LLC
03.2016 - 06.2018
Property and Casualty Insurance License
Bachelor's Degree - Agricultural Business
Iowa State University
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