Cathy Shuemate
Enthusiastic and detail oriented insurance professional with keen knowledge
of risk factors and analysis to increase profit margin and retain existing clients. 6342 Cherokee Trail
Tobyhanna, PA 18466
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EXPERIENCE
Innovative Financial Group Wilmington, NC — Insurance Agent
August 2021 to Present
Independent agent contracted with various companies which enables me to offer a variety of options to my clients. Sales of Life Insurance both term and final expense, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medical Supplements, Prescription Drug Plans, Health, Dental and Vision. United Health Care Tobyhanna, PA -Insurance Agent
May 2019 to Present
Working with the Senior sector offering Medical Advantage Plans, Medical Supplements, Health, Vision and Dental Plans. Diva Logistics LLC., Netcong, NJ — Claims Administrator and Human Resources Administrative Assistant
SEPTEMBER 2023 - JULY 2024
Processing Company Claims, interaction with Insurance carriers to ensure prompt settlement of claims. Assisted in contacting and interviewing potential employees and handled the required background checks that were necessary for the hiring process. The School of Visual Arts., New York, NY — Contracts & Insurance Coordinator
FEBRUARY 2008 - OCTOBER 2009
● Served in the Procurement Department responsible for all insurance administration in relation to the processing of correspondence, and tendering and inquiries handling
● Completed all required insurance paperwork and administrative duties for weekly reporting
● Negotiated acceptable contractual terms and approved vendor payments
● Advised staff and students on insurance coverage for trips, events, activities, tender and contract bids, building, vehicles, etc.
● Reviewed Certificates of Insurance for adequate coverage and limits based on work being done for the college and exposures
● Provided support to vendors and contractors.
SKILLS
Proficient in Windows and
Microsoft Office Suite
Quick Report Analysis
including Dun & Bradstreet,
inspection, and Motor Vehicle
to determine liability,
company guidelines and
delegated authority
Project Management
Insurance Regulations and
Legislations
Training and Leadership
Development
Adept at researching,
compiling, analyzing, and
tracking financial data
Analysis of Corporate Data
Customer Sales, Service and
Retention
RBLA of PA., Marshalls Creek, PA — Commercial Accounts Representative
SEPTEMBER 2001 - DECEMBER 2007
● Handled commercial Lines policies (Property, General Liability, Automobile, Workers Compensation, and Umbrellas) for the wholesale division.
● Obtained quotes from various markets for both new business and renewal accounts
● Processed endorsements to accounts and all functions relating to accounts such as issuing certificates of insurance, binders, recommendations, cancellations, reinstatements and billing of accounts.
● Reviewed policy coverage and premiums.
● Prepared quote proposals to forward to brokers and corresponded with NY, NJ and PA brokers.
Penn Millers Insurance Company., Wilkes Barre, PA — Senior Commercial Multiline Underwriter
APRIL 1996 - JANUARY 2000
● Served as underwriter of New and Renewal Commercial Lines, Property, General Liability, Automobile, Umbrellas, and Workers Compensation.
● Covered Virginia, New Jersey and New York territories.
● Completed productions visits to brokers to enhance relationships.
● Facilitated training of the computer quoting system. EDUCATION
St. John’s University. Queens, N.Y. — Bachelor of Arts
(Political Science)