BRYAN C. HAMILTON WARD
*** ******** **. *************, ** 42701
H: 270-***-**** C: 270-***-**** **********@*******.***
Career Objective: Dedicated professional seeking position within the insurance \ banking or related industry.
I am committed to providing comprehensive service \ sales fostering business development and growth. I am highly skilled in developing business relationships in diverse areas. Demonstrated capacity to build and grow as an individual as well as a team. I have strong planning, organizational and leadership abilities as well as superb interpersonal skills. I am capable of establishing positive relations with both clients and colleagues. I am proficient in all aspects of office management and business related computer applications such as Word, Windows, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. I am quickly adaptive to new applications and technologies.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
I have owned a multi-line insurance agency with Shelter Insurance Companies since 1994 to my recent retirement 2016. As the business owner I have managed a small staff and grown a book of business from zero to over $700,000 in annual premium, earning many incentives and awards including salesman of the year in Kentucky. Inside my career there, I have been the key agent of sales, service and claims handling for 21 years. I have since developed skills in a variety of business areas. During this time, I also worked with Shelter Bank for 15 years developing and servicing new accounts, loans and mortgages. I also work as a broker liaison for Daniel Boone Underwriters offering a variety of commercial products including workers compensation, general liability, malpractice coverage and bonds for a diverse client base.
EDUCATION \ QUALIFICATION
Taylor County High School 1987
Eastern Kentucky University 1992
PERSONAL \ CIVIC ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS
As a husband and father of four, I enjoy time with my family and participating in their sporting and academic events. I am a published writer. I enjoy hunting, fishing and coaching little league as well as being involved with local theater. I am a member of Lions Club, Knights of Columbus and am an honorary Kentucky Colonel. I served on the local school board for 4 years and am associated with various charities. I have always been active within my church and community.
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