Shanda Monaghan
Regional Manager
Roca,NE
Summary
Multi-faceted Regional Sales Manager promoting excellent record of meeting company-defined quotas through exceptional sales strategy. Mentors employees to develop top-performing team members. 20+ year progressive career background combined with dedication to corporate growth and development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Sales Manager
Ameritas Life Insurance Company
Lincoln, NE
02.2015 - Current
- Develop successful sales/growth/profit strategies with regional offices, including respective Business Development operations teams.
- Organize regular sales meetings, providing comprehensive updates on market trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients in assigned sales territories.
- Achieve regional sales/growth/profit objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
Account Executive
Ameritas Life Insurance Company
Lincoln, NE
04.2005 - 02.2015
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Trained junior team members on best practices for account executive responsibilities, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement.
- Established long-lasting relationships with key decision makers within client organizations, solidifying the company's reputation as a trusted partner in their respective industries.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on product offerings, ensuring accurate representation during sales pitches or negotiations with clients.
Group Dental Underwriter & Trainer
Ameritas Life Insurance Company
LIncoln, NE
04.2001 - 04.2005
- Responsible for growing central region book of dental/vision business.
- Analyzed larger, more complex cases and business blocks, using sound underwriting practices and rating methodology.
- Generated profitable business growth while exceeding regional/national persistency norms.
- Created training manual and documented best practices for junior team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Nebraska
Lincoln05-2001
Skills
- Sales leadership
- Business development and planning
- Sales initiatives and techniques
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Sales coaching
Credentials and Licenses
Insurance Producer
Awards
- Achieved 22 Dental and Vision Sales and Block Growth Awards
- 15 Time Group Sales Congress Qualifier
- Top Performer Award
- Leadership Award
Timeline
Regional Sales Manager
Ameritas Life Insurance Company
02.2015 - Current
Account Executive
Ameritas Life Insurance Company
04.2005 - 02.2015
Group Dental Underwriter & Trainer
Ameritas Life Insurance Company
04.2001 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Nebraska