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ANITA STROZIER
Chicago, IL ***********@*****.*** 773-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Motivated, technology savvy, and accomplished underwriting executive with extensive experience leading teams and driving positive business results in insurance risk management. Adept at evaluating and assessing risks, with strong technical aptitude in underwriting software and tools. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, talented at enabling effective interaction with clients, brokers, and internal teams. Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines consistently. Proven track record in developing and implementing underwriting strategies, ensuring profitability, and maintaining compliance with industry standards. AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Account & Book of Business Management Business Development Underwriting Property & Casualty Insurance Leadership & Development Risk Management Regulatory Compliance Documentation Microsoft Office Suites Cross-functional Leadership Underwriting Software Client – Broker Relationship Management Coverage lines: Directors & Officers, Employment Practices, Fiduciary, Crime, and Employed Lawyers PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CANOPIUS – Chicago, IL 2023 - PRESENT
DIRECTOR OF PRIVATE & NON-PROFIT UNDERWRITING
Oversee development and implementation of underwriting strategies tailored to Management Liability coverage and manage book of business for accounts ranging from $1MM - $10MM in limits, $1B in revenue, and $100MM+ in total assets. Train new employees on internal compliance matters, invoicing, client documentation preparation, and database functions. Supervise team of Underwriters' assistants to ensure efficient workflow and support in underwriting processes. Communicate with brokers regarding finance, policy forms, and pricing.
Maintain and service $3MM renewal book of business, while generating new business, consistently growing revenue and closing more than $1MM in production in first year.
Collaborate cross-functionally internally and with brokers to cultivate strong reciprocal relationships, networking and focusing on delivering exemplary business experience for all. CRUM & FOSTER – Chicago, IL 2021 – 2023
SENIOR UNDERWRITER
Led risk analysis and underwriting of not-for-profit and private business of all sizes and industry classes. Partner with director to prospect new opportunities and close business. Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless transition from account opening to maintenance. Advise clients on best solutions based on state and national underwriting guidelines.
Managed $3MM renewal book by perfecting client relationship management process, growing new book of business of
$1.5MM and increasing revenue by more than 20%.
Analyzed risk profiles and contributed to setting underwriting guidelines, ensuring informed decision-making and risk mitigation strategies.
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Developed marketing, presentation, and cross-selling techniques, enabling client relationship management teams to execute visually stunning marketing collateral in the business development process ANITA STROZIER PAGE TWO
ONEBEACON – Chicago, IL 2017 - 2021
UNDERWRITER
Analyzed risk and underwrote not-for-profit and private business of all sizes and industry classes. Worked with Premium Services to resolve receivable. Marketed to brokers and agents to grow pipeline for book of business. Used state and national compliance standards as guide for mitigating risk.
Developed new business and maintained existing book of business, guiding clients on best insurance solutions for their needs.
STARR COMPANIES – Chicago, IL 2013 – 2017
SENIOR UNDERWRITING ANALYST 2014 – 2017
Trained new employees on internal compliance matters, invoicing, client documentation preparation and database functions. Calculated premiums, refunds, commissions and adjustments in support of endorsement process. Reviewed charge documents for accuracy and corrected errors, return documents to source or enter missing data.
Cultivated positive and progressive relationship with assigned brokers and customers, facilitating underwriting and executive accounts transactions.
Informed team leader about unusual situations affecting productivity, accuracy, and efficiency of data flow, troubleshooting and resolving issues expeditiously.
Delivered accurate and timely administrative support to underwriting team, increasing level of risk assessment responsibility.
Other Position Held
UNDERWRITING ASSISTANT (Navigators, later acquired by The Hartford) ADDITIONAL RELAVENT EXPERIENCE
MARSH, Chicago, IL
BROKER REPRESENTATIVE
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting, ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY, IL Property and Casualty (P&C) / Surplus Lines License