ELC-120

Licensed New York State Property and Casualty Insurance Brocker 

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: Experienced Commercial Lines insurance professional with 25+ years of industry experience, managing, marketing, servicing and retaining commercial books of business. Extensive experience handling accounts ranging from small BOPs to large Commercial Package Policies across contractors, real estate, entertainment, manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, retail, restaurants, woodworking, not-for-profit, etc. 

STRONG BACKGROUND in renewals, new business, remarketing, policy placement, underwriting and client relationships, including direct client visits and coordination with insurance carriers and wholesalers. 

SUPERVISION: Experienced supervising support staff and processing applications, policies, renewals, endorsements, accord forms, id cards, certificates, proofs, cancelations/rewrites, audits, etc. 

RECOGNIZED FOR EXPERTISE in the performing-arts insurance niche, including developing insurance programs and providing risk-management consultation to educational and professional organizations. Has also authored insurance and risk-management articles for an industry publication. 

UNIQUE KNOWLEDGE: Specialized entertainment and performing-arts risks. Managed a specialized book of dance, arts, special-event and entertainment accounts, including studios, competitions, orchestras and circuses. including Directors & Officers Liability and Employment Practices Liability 

RECOMMENDED Insurance provider for Purchase College Performing Arts Center and York College (CIJNY) PAC. Exclusive insurance provider for National Dance Education Organization, offering coverage for its members

TECHNOLOGY: EPIC, TAM, Resource Pro, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, client and carrier websites.

EDUCATION:      Bachelor of Fine Arts 

Assistant Vice President — Commercial Lines: Manage a diverse book of business including real estate, NYC contractors, manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, retail, woodworking, restaurants, nonprofit organizations, and entertainment accounts. Handles accounts ranging from small BOPs to large, complex Commercial Package Policies.

• Market renewals, place new business, and rewrite existing accounts. 
• Serve as primary underwriter and client contact, including client meetings and account visits.
• Supervise an Assistant Account Executive and oversee day-to-day account servicing.
• Process certificates and manage ongoing policy and client service requirements.
• Work with a broad range of standard, specialty, wholesale, and MGA markets to secure appropriate coverage and competitive terms.
• Produce and manage a specialized book of dance, arts, special-event, and entertainment accounts, including dance studios, competitions, orchestras, and circuses, generating approximately $20,000 in commission.