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KRISTA CLAIR

TORONTO,ON

Summary

With a fulfilling career at CNA Canada I have gained 19 years of experience including over 9 years of management experience within the Toronto Commercial Mid-Market team. Looking to utilize my leadership experience to continue contributing to CNA's success as the Regional Vice President, Central Region.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

AVP, Underwriting, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
08.2017 - Current
  • Exceeded corporate RRE metrics and growth goals YOY with an $84M portfolio in 2022 representing 11.2% growth over prior and 6.5% over plan and tracking well thus far in 2023.
  • Engaged with broker partners driving profitable growth opportunities and retention goals while demonstrating partnership through providing solutions and exceptional service.
  • Active participation in PRT meetings driving initiatives and thought leadership.
  • Provided guidance and feedback to underwriting team developing their confidence through knowledge and autonomy in decision making driving high performance culture and underwriting excellence.
  • Liaised with individuals across the organization building relationships with senior leadership and providing updates on branch operations.
  • Embraced opportunities for change working with various stakeholders and driving successful outcomes.


Underwriting Manager, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
10.2014 - 08.2017
  • Development of underwriting team through active management and referral process
  • Responsible for the execution of company growth strategies adhering to guidelines and authority.
  • Continued the ongoing lead relationship and production underwriting responsibilities for a few key brokers.
  • Collaborated with enablement units and senior management for broad understanding of corporate objectives and seeking efficiency opportunities.
  • Built and maintained a collaboratve team culture.

Senior Underwriter, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
04.2008 - 10.2014
  • While continuing underwriting tasks from prior Underwriter role, greater involvement in the growth, training and development of colleagues.
  • Proactive in identifying areas of suggested enhancements to product offerings and service in view of current competitive pressures, marketplace and industry practices.
  • Effectively analyze and resolve problems taking into account broker and company considerations to maintain positive relationships while protecting company assets.
  • Selected to attend the Emerging Leaders Program and given the opportunity to present results to the Human Capital Committee.

Underwriter, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
04.2005 - 04.2008
  • Performed risk selection and analysis to determine acceptability while setting appropriate premiums following company guidelines and authorities.
  • Networked with CNA’s brokers and industry partners in order to strengthen relationships, communicate company goals and generate a flow of profitable business.
  • Managed assigned brokers by negotiating new and renewal business continuously reaching personal performance goals and contributing towards company growth and retention targets.
  • Liaison with internal company departments to service, maintain and develop greater profitability within our book of business.

Underwriting Trainee, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
06.2004 - 04.2005
  • Developed a thorough knowledge of policy wordings, underwriting guidelines and industry practices
  • Built solid relationships with members of CNA’s broker network resulting in written premium contributing to company growth goals.

Education

CIP Designation - Underwriting

INSURANCE INSTITUE OF CANADA
TORONTO, ON
04.2008

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing/Human Resources

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY
HALIFAX, NS
04.1999

Skills

    Strategy Execution

    Coaching and Development

    Analytical Thinking

    Business Development

    Solutions Provider

    Effective Communication

    Decision Making

    Collaboration

Languages

English

Timeline

AVP, Underwriting, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
08.2017 - Current

Underwriting Manager, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
10.2014 - 08.2017

Senior Underwriter, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
04.2008 - 10.2014

Underwriter, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
04.2005 - 04.2008

Underwriting Trainee, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA CANADA
06.2004 - 04.2005

CIP Designation - Underwriting

INSURANCE INSTITUE OF CANADA

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing/Human Resources

SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY

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