Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Tom  Garner

Tom Garner

Woodstock,ON

Summary

Confident Insurance Advisor possessing strong work ethic and excellent business sense. Bringing a 20 year background customizing insurance plans, calculating premiums and interviewing potential clients to obtain data about their financial needs. Manage a large and profitable farm and commercial book of business resulting in company profitability year over year. Client-centered and dedicated to customizing insurance programs to suit individual customer needs.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Insurance Advisor

Heartland Farm Mutual
11.2005 - Current
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized insurance advice and recommending suitable policies.
  • Streamlined policy renewals for clients, leading to improved retention rates.
  • Enhanced customer trust by addressing concerns and explaining complex policy details in understandable terms.
  • Established long-lasting relationships with clients through proactive communication and exceptional service.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, consistently meeting individual needs while maximizing revenue growth.

Insurance Sales Producer

McFarlan Rowlands Insurance Brokers
10.2003 - 11.2005
  • Educated customers on various insurance products, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their policies.
  • Achieved consistent sales targets by utilizing effective prospecting techniques and maintaining a strong pipeline of potential clients.
  • Monitored industry trends and regulatory changes to maintain up-to-date knowledge of insurance products and best practices in the field.

Inside Sales Manager

Arntjen North America
05.2001 - 10.2003
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing effective inside sales strategies and techniques.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and exceptional customer service.
  • Introduced new products to the existing client base, leading to an increase in upselling opportunities and repeat business.

Education

Principles And Practice of Insurance

Insurance Institute of Canada
Kitchener, ON
2003

Law Enforcement

Seneca College
King City, ON
1998

High School Diploma -

Huron Park Secondary School
Woodstock, ON
06.1995

Skills

  • Policy Analysis
  • Analytical thinking
  • Claims Management
  • Risk assessment
  • Customer service orientation
  • Time management
  • Insurance product knowledge
  • Underwriting principles
  • Attention to detail
  • Client Retention

Certification

Currently working toward CIP designation having completed 7 out of the 10 courses.

Timeline

Insurance Advisor

Heartland Farm Mutual
11.2005 - Current

Insurance Sales Producer

McFarlan Rowlands Insurance Brokers
10.2003 - 11.2005

Inside Sales Manager

Arntjen North America
05.2001 - 10.2003

Principles And Practice of Insurance

Insurance Institute of Canada

Law Enforcement

Seneca College

High School Diploma -

Huron Park Secondary School
Tom Garner