CATHERINE A. JANUS
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Westmont, IL 60559
PROFILE
Results-oriented professional with more than 20 years experience in
insurance products and benefits. Unique combination of expertise in
marketing, sales, analysis, managing, and relationships. Works well
independently and with a group. Extensive practical experience as co-owner
of a small business. Intelligent, personable, creative thinking, as well
as rational and objective.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Managed all aspects of a life company structured settlement sales operation
to achieve average sales of over $90 million annually with an average of
186 contracts sold annually.
Assisted plaintiffs with investment of settlement dollars into tax-free
guaranteed annuities. Increased personal sales by 215% over previous year,
with 50% being derived from new clients, through cold calling, and
marketing.
Established and maintained qualified pension plans in accordance with the
Internal Revenue Code. Provided legal contracts to support investment
vehicles for pension monies.
Successfully led development team for new products to conclusion for life
company.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2007 - 2009 Out of work force to care for ill family member
October 2002- Structured Settlement Planner Ringler
Associates
2007
May 1995 - Contract and Pricing Manager CNA
Structured Settlements
September 2002
September 1986 - Analyst CNA Insurance
Company
April 1995 CNA Investor Services
EDUCATION AND LICENSING
M.B.A. Finance, DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois
B.B. Business, Human Resources, Western Illinois University, Macomb,
Illinois
Licensed Life Agent, State of Illinois, since 1986
Licensed Accident/Health and Property/Casualty Agent, State of Illinois,
since 2002
Certified Structured Settlement Consultant Designation, University of Notre
Dame, 1998