TYSON SANDERS
Wilsonville,OR
Summary
Experienced business and project management professional with a background spanning construction project management, insurance agency ownership, sales, operations, and client relationship management. Proven ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate internal and external stakeholders, solve operational problems, and guide work from planning through execution. Brings an owner's mindset, strong client-facing communication, and the adaptability to succeed across changing environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
SA.GE GENERAL CONTRACTING
Portland, OR
10.2022 - Current
- Managed long-duration projects, including work extending beyond one year, across the Portland-Vancouver metro area while balancing evolving scopes, schedules, and stakeholder priorities.
- Managed commercial renovation projects valued up to approximately $1.5 million, coordinating subcontractors, schedules, inspections, client communication, and field execution.
- Coordinated multiple subcontractors and specialty trades across active project sites, adapting to varying project scopes and phases to ensure timely delivery.
- Facilitated coordination among clients, subcontractors, field teams, and inspectors to resolve issues, maintaining project progress toward completion.
- Identified schedule, scope, and execution risks early, developing mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and sustain project momentum.
Owner / Principal Agent
SANDERS INSURANCE NW INC
West Linn, OR
01.2015 - 10.2022
- Built and managed an independent insurance book of approximately $850,000 in annual premium prior to sale.
- Achieved client retention rate of 93% by managing a diverse book of business and fostering long-term client relationships.
- Managed relationships with more than 10 insurance carriers to place business across varying risk profiles and client needs.
- Oversaw client service, sales, budgeting, compliance, and marketing to ensure smooth day-to-day agency operations.
- Executed marketing and business-development initiatives to attract new clients and enhance agency's market presence.
Insurance Agent
STRAND INSURANCE
West Linn, OR
03.2011 - 01.2015
- Advised clients on insurance products and coverage options, translating complex policy information into practical recommendations that enhanced client understanding and satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new agents on workflows and client service expectations, fostering adherence to industry best practices and enhancing overall team performance.
- Supported integration of two acquired insurance agencies, facilitating seamless transition of clients and workflows while ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.
Agency Owner / Principal
ALLSTATE
Tigard, OR
08.2007 - 03.2011
- Launched a scratch Allstate agency with no existing book of business and grew it to approximately $400,000 in annual written premium over four years.
- Developed a client base of 350 households, personally driving new-business sales to establish a strong market presence.
- Managed daily agency operations, sales, client service, compliance, marketing, and local business-development efforts.
- Streamlined workflows and enhanced client interactions through implementation of technology and process improvements.
- Established referral relationships with local businesses and community organizations, fostering sustainable agency growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
Portland, ORSkills
- Project management
- Risk and change management
- Budget oversight
- Stakeholder engagement
- Supplier management
- Team leadership
- Client relationship management
- Negotiation skills
- Business development
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
- Adaptability
- Problem solving
Timeline
Project Manager
SA.GE GENERAL CONTRACTING
10.2022 - Current
Owner / Principal Agent
SANDERS INSURANCE NW INC
01.2015 - 10.2022
Insurance Agent
STRAND INSURANCE
03.2011 - 01.2015
Agency Owner / Principal
ALLSTATE
08.2007 - 03.2011
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School