Carl Parks
847-***-**** ad5tlh@r.postjobfree.com Phoenix, AZ 85040
CAREER OBJECTIVE
A persistent and charismatic insurance professional with 10 plus years of experience in the transportation industry, on both the retail and the whole sale sides of the business. A resourceful problem solver who listens attentively to determine client needs, all while exceeding revenue commitments to the firm.
EXPERIENCE
Insurance Producer, Phoenix, AZ
USI Insurance Services, February 2023-June 2023
• Slated with producing new business revenue on accounts north of 30K in revenue
• Oversaw the Phoenix transportation division
• Consistently set 5+ new business appointments monthly
• Negotiated formal proposals and was the lead presenter at finalist meetings
• Actively stayed involved in transportation associations and carrier relationships
Vice President of Sales, Chicago, IL
Maximum Independent Brokerage, April 2007-September 2022
• Negotiate and close deals between Insurance companies and Insurance agents
• Establish, secure, and maintain solid working relationships
• Negotiate any premium discrepancies and audits
• Assist with claims when requested
• Develop new business
• Monitored costs, competition and supply and demand to establish and adjust selling prices
• Attended industry events and conferences to promote company products and interact with potential customers
Senior Vice President of Sales, Chicago, IL
Corporate Insurance Specialist, October 2004-February 2007
• Successful in Producing $750,000 of revenue for new and existing clients
• Responsible for introducing new market opportunities to our existing vender list, based on previous relationships
• Attended industry events and conferences to promote company products and interact with potential customers
• Negotiated and closed deals with vendors and company partners
• Used negotiation and persuasion skills to influence decision-makers
• Prepared quotes and proposals for new and existing products
Producer, Schaumburg, IL
Aon Transportation, August 1997-February 2007
• Created email lists and performed cold calls to communicate product information and promotions to customers
• Consulted with medium and large trucking firms nationwide to assess their property and casualty insurance needs and develop insurance programs to lower costs, improve coverage, and enhance risk management
• Addressed customer questions and concerns regarding prices and product use
• Resolved customer disputes and accounts receivable discrepancies
EDUCATION
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, Schaumburg, IL
Schaumburg High School
Relevant Coursework
College Prep Course's
SKILLS
Prospecting And Cold Calling Efficient Sales Transactions Business Development and Planning
Adaptability Critical Thinker Problem-Solving Self-Motivated
Dale Carnegie Sales Training
AWARDS
• Excellence Round Table Award ($500,000 in new business) Aon Transportation.
• Producer of the year Corporate Insurance