Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
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AKELA HODGSON

AKELA HODGSON

Cooks Creek,Canada

Summary

Seasoned insurance professional with comprehensive background in risk management, finance, and client services. Known for delivering tailored insurance solutions and fostering long-term trust with vendors. Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong ability to identify potential risks and develop solutions.


Valued for a collaborative approach, adaptability in challenging environments, and a strong commitment to achieving results through effective communication and problem-solving. Candidate has 7 years of experience serving on a condo board managing capital investment projects and conflicting personalities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Marketer

RUBAN INSURANCE BROKERS
06.2021 - Current

Multi-lines Account Manager

AVID INSURANCE GROUP
09.2020 - 06.2021

Junior Account Manager

HUB INTERNATIONAL Ltd.
01.2018 - 09.2020

Insurance Broker

WORLD FINANCIAL GROUP
09.2015 - 12.2017

Claims Analyst

SCOOTAROUND
09.2015 - 12.2017

Insurance Broker

MORRIS INSURANCE
07.2013 - 09.2015

Insurance Broker

TEAM INSURANCE
10.2011 - 07.2013

Manager (promoted)

DRESS FOR LESS
11.2009 - 10.2011

Store Operations Manager

MARVELOUS MASCOTS
06.2008 - 11.2009

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International Development

University of Winnipeg
01.2011

Skills

  • Finance & Insurance background
  • CRM management
  • Skilled negotiator
  • Strategic planning
  • Commercial insurance
  • Vendor relations
  • Business negotiations
  • Client account management
  • Client assessment
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

Successfully arranges new markets and specialty programs for Ruban Insurance such as an exclusive dealership program in Manitoba.


Routinely negotiates client insurance solutions when competing against large national brokers like Aon or Marsh. Focused on providing the best value for money.


Routinely represents the brokerage with vendor partners to maintain the best possible business relationships.


Achieved improved quality of submissions to markets by improving training and use of Policy Works Software for SME companies.


Responsible for servicing over 700 policies annually including small business accounts, and Nunavut auto & fleets while working at HUB.


Created a system of short notes at Scootaround to save time for claim managers.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Chartered Insurance Professional Designation 2024

Canadian Risk Management Designation 2019

Life Licensed Qualified Professional Designation 2016

Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker with Honors 2013

Bachelor of Arts in International Development 2011


Timeline

Head Marketer

RUBAN INSURANCE BROKERS
06.2021 - Current

Multi-lines Account Manager

AVID INSURANCE GROUP
09.2020 - 06.2021

Junior Account Manager

HUB INTERNATIONAL Ltd.
01.2018 - 09.2020

Insurance Broker

WORLD FINANCIAL GROUP
09.2015 - 12.2017

Claims Analyst

SCOOTAROUND
09.2015 - 12.2017

Insurance Broker

MORRIS INSURANCE
07.2013 - 09.2015

Insurance Broker

TEAM INSURANCE
10.2011 - 07.2013

Manager (promoted)

DRESS FOR LESS
11.2009 - 10.2011

Store Operations Manager

MARVELOUS MASCOTS
06.2008 - 11.2009

Bachelor of Arts - International Development

University of Winnipeg
AKELA HODGSON