COUNTRY ® Financial
Industry: Insurance company
DescriptionCOUNTRY Financial is a group of US insurance and financial services companies with customers in 39 states. The group of companies offers a range of insurance and financial products and services, including auto, home, life, and commercial insurance, and retirement planning, investment management and trust services. Headquarters: Bloomington, Illinois, United States CEO: Kurt Bock Number of employees: 3,834 CFO: Miles T. Kilcoin Founded: 1925 Subsidiaries: CC Services Inc.,
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COUNTRY ® Financial Employees
Academy Insurance Agency LLC featurng Erie Insurance January 2012 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2007 - December 2011
Affiliated Mortgage and Financial Corp 2003 - 2007
Skills
My greatest skill is..., Finding you a great..., Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Long Term Care, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Motorcycle Insurance, BUSINESS Insurance, Homeowners, Long-term Care, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Mortgage Lending, IRAs, Property & Casualty..., Sales, 401k, Commercial Insurance, Retirement Planning, Small Business, Finance, Estate Planning, Retirement, General Insurance, Workers Compensation, Residential Mortgages, Business, Financial Planners, Long Term Care Insurance, Insurance, Customer Service
Education
The American College 2009 — 2011
LUTCF, Life Insurance
Reece Nichols Real Estate September 2014 - Present
Keller Williams Realty July 2013 - September 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2011 - July 2013
Olathe District Schools August 2007 - January 2011
Tommy's on Thomas January 1989 - January 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Scheduling, Event Planning, Administrative Support, Calendars, Microsoft Office 2007, Customer Relations, Customer Service, meeting scheduling, marketing, Business Relationship..., Administrative..., Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Excel, Coaching, Sales, Meeting Scheduling, Property & Casualty..., Fixed Annuities, Strategic Planning, Management, Team Building, Marketing, Project Management, Account Management, Public Speaking, Commercial Insurance, Marketing Strategy, Sellers, Buyer Representation, Real Estate, Relocation Buyers, Negotiation, Strategy, Time Management, Social Networking, Insurance, Program Management, Advertising, Leadership, Small Business, Selling, Contract Negotiation, Social Media Marketing, Process Scheduler
Education
Southeastern Louisiana University 1985 — 1989
Marketing
US Bank Home Mortgages February 2014 - Present
Wilson-Hairgood Associates July 2011 - December 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2008 - October 2009
Washington Mutual Home Loan Services February 2007 - December 2007
Pacific Crest Home Loans June 2005 - February 2007
Liberty Bank February 2002 - May 2005
US Bank January 1997 - January 2002
Country Financial January 1992 - January 1997
Skills
Investments, Insurance, Loans, Portfolio Management, Mortgage Lending, Underwriting, Sales, Management
Education
Northwest Christian University 2008 — 2010
Bachelors, Business Management
Northwest Christian University 2008 — 2010
B.A, Business Management
The Golf Club at Newcastle February 2015 - Present
Northland Physical Medicine June 2013 - August 2014
Kansas City Royals August 2011 - August 2014
Cumulus Media December 2011 - May 2013
Pearson Chiropractic & Acupuncture June 2011 - December 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2010 - June 2011
Kansas City Sports Commission & Foundation/WIN for KC May 2009 - August 2009
Northwest Missouri State University 2008 - 2009
Skills
Facebook, Event Planning, Marketing, Public Relations, Sales, PowerPoint, Advertising, Customer Service, Press Releases, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Social Media
Education
Northwest Missouri State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations
Northwest Missouri State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Bosch GmbH / Freud-DIABLO America 2014 - Present
Laker Capital LLC November 2013 - December 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial 2011 - October 2013
Eli Lilly and Company 2007 - 2010
Anacapa Investments 2002 - 2006
Alerus Financial 1999 - 2002
Skills
Medical Devices, Stents, Marketing, Management, Selling, Sales Process, Strategic Planning
Education
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration, Management and Operations
The University of North Dakota
State Farm Insurance October 2010 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2006 - August 2010
Skills
Health Insurance, Insurance, Homeowners, Life Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Whole Life, Term Life Insurance, Umbrella Insurance, Universal Life, Disability Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Renters
Education
Northern Illinois University 2008 — 2009
MBA, Business
University of Maryland College Park 2002 — 2006
BS, Business Administration
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2011 - Present
Mary Kay Independent Consultant July 2011 - June 2014
Masterson Personnel September 2008 - November 2011
Wells Fargo Bank January 2004 - August 2008
GB & Company Hair Skin and Spa April 2003 - December 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Recruiting, Account Management, Marketing, Sales Management, Insurance, Event Planning, Outlook, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Time Management, PowerPoint, Coaching, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Retail, Training, New Business Development, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Sales Operations, Team Building, Negotiation, Social Networking, Cold Calling, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership
Education
St. Cloud State University 2003 — 2007
BA, Marketing
Kaplan Training
ROCORI
FIS - Fidelity Information Services January 2011 - Present
Metavante August 2007 - December 2010
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Computer Program, Technical Support, Computer Hardware, Computer Software..., XML, XML Schema, XSLT, SQL, Java, COBOL, Problem Solving, ETL, Technical Documentation, Client Co-ordination, Databases, Java Enterprise Edition, Servers, Visio, Business Analysis, Integration, Programming, Software Development, Software Documentation, Web Services, Requirements Analysis
Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2007
Computer Science, 3.0
Saint Xavier University
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
COUNTRY Financial® January 2014 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2006 - December 2013
Lockheed Martin Advanced Technology Laboratories 2003 - 2006
Oregon Department of Human Services 2001 - 2004
Oregon Graduate Institute 2003 - 2003
Skills
SQL, JavaScript, Web Design, SharePoint, Analysis, Visio, Project Management, Java, Agile Methodologies, Web Development, SEO, Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Multi-modal, Progressive Enhancement, W3C Accessibility, C++, Machine Learning, Human Computer..., Usability, Databases, Human Factors, Mobile First, Object Oriented Design, PHP, Requirements Gathering, User Interface Design, XML, Software Development, Usability Testing, HTML, User Experience, User Research, Leadership
Education
Oregon Health and Science University 2002 — 2003
Master's degree, Computer Science
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Allstate September 2012 - Present
Monroe Public Schools 2011 - 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2003 - September 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial May 1999 - March 2003
Skills
Business Development, Coaching, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Leadership, Life Insurance, Recruiting, Sales, Strategy, Term Life Insurance, Training, Employee Benefits, Finance, Insurance, Property
Education
Curtis High School
The American College
CLF, CLU, CHFC
Western Washington University
Business Management
AM Transport Services August 2013 - Present
COUNTRY Financial® August 2012 - July 2013
Cotton States Insurance October 2010 - August 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2005 - October 2010
Doris Brothers December 1994 - October 2005
Skills
Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Disability Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Farm Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Buy-sell Agreements, Mutual Funds, Estate Planning, Retirement Planning, Business Planning, Helping clients achieve..., Farm & Business..., Insurance, IRAs, Risk Management, Fixed Annuities, Health Insurance, Long-term Care, Series 6, Retirement, 401k
Education
Transportation Intermediaries Association
CTB, Certified Transportation Broker, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
The American College 2010 — 2012
ChFC®, Financial Planning and Services
The American College
CLU®, Insurance & Financial Services
Assurance Financial & Insurance Services January 2011 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2007 - November 2011
EquiFirst 2005 - 2007
Homeowners Loan Corp February 2003 - February 2005
Bell Road Toyota October 2001 - February 2003
Dish Network March 2001 - October 2001
Skills
Insurance, Investments, Sales Management, Sales, Negotiation, New Business Development, Financial Analysis, Customer Service, Strategic Financial..., Strategic Planning, Small Business, Finance, Selling, Leadership, Business Development, Budgets, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Long Term Care Insurance, Coaching, Mortgage Banking, Business Planning, Start-ups, Risk Management, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Management, Contract Negotiation, Retirement Planning, Term Life Insurance, Analysis, Training, Fixed Annuities, Team Leadership, Team Building, Mutual Funds, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, Financial Planners, IRAs, Financial Planning
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1997 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Diedrich RPM Research Propelled Marketing April 2014 - August 2015
FindLaw, a Thomson Reuters business February 2014 - April 2014
AgStar Financial Services January 2013 - February 2014
Minnesota State University, Mankato - Office of Media Relations April 2012 - January 2014
MagnetStreet May 2011 - January 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial August 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Writing, Creative Writing, French, Microsoft Office, Editing, Proofreading, Social Media, AP Style, Marketing, Copy Editing, Photography, Facebook, Online Marketing, Internal Communications, Media Relations, Press Releases, Newsletters, Corporate Communications, Social Networking, Higher Education, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Copywriting, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Digital Photography, Mac, Community Outreach, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Communications, SEO, Pinterest, Social Media Marketing, InDesign, Strategic Communications, Blogging, Event Planning, Advertising, Communication
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Media, French, Senior
Mounds View High School 2006 — 2010
Rockford Public Schools January 2014 - Present
MultiView January 2013 - Present
Sensoytions Candles October 2012 - Present
Rockford Register Star July 2011 - January 2013
Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau May 2012 - December 2012
Boneyard Bar and BBQ November 2011 - May 2012
Buffalo Wild Wings October 2010 - November 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial December 2010 - January 2011
Rockford Park District 2008 - 2010
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Press Releases, Online Advertising, Customer Service, Event Management, Public Relations, Event Planning, Advertising, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Communications, Twitter, Fundraising, Newsletters, iWork, iLife, Mac OS X, Email Marketing, Tourism Marketing, Constant Contact, Sales, Advertising Sales, B2B Marketing, Maintaining Strong...
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising
Rock Valley College 2009 — 2012
General, General
Guilford High School 2005 — 2009
Chase Bank March 2015 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2012 - September 2014
VALIC September 2010 - July 2012
Genworth Financial May 2006 - February 2010
Genworth Financial January 2004 - May 2006
Hochman & Baker Securities October 2000 - January 2004
Prudential Securities August 1996 - October 2000
IDS Financial Services January 1993 - July 1996
Skills
Retirement, Retirement Planning, Financial Services, Series 7, Investments, Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Disability Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Employee Benefits, Term Life Insurance, Retirement Income..., Property & Casualty..., Educational Funding, Insurance Planning, Commercial Insurance, Small Business Insurance, Umbrella Insurance, Budget Management, Health Insurance, Medicare, Finance, Wealth Management, Series 63, Financial Planning, Management
Education
Northwestern University
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science and History
COUNTRY ® Financial
Skills
Property & Casualty..., Life Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Umbrella Insurance, Whole Life, Health Insurance, Casualty, General Insurance, Homeowners, Universal Life, Long-term Care
Education
National-Louis University
Accounting and Business/Management
Poland
Master of Education (MEd), Educational/Instructional Technology
State Farm September 2014 - Present
NTT DATA May 2013 - January 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2000 - April 2013
Skills
COBOL, SQL, Insurance, Visio, DB2, Microsoft SQL Server, SDLC, Access, SharePoint, Data Analysis, SSIS, Software Documentation, XML, Requirements Gathering, Databases, VB.NET, Visual Basic
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1985 — 1990
BA, Microbiology
Vatterott College
Associate of Occupational Studies, Computer Programming Technology
Ravne Knives USA, Inc. March 2015 - Present
Quantum Design Inc. November 2006 - March 2015
COUNTRY ® Financial February 2011 - November 2011
Quantum Design Inc. November 2006 - February 2011
Blain's Farm & Fleet July 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Account Management, Capital Equipment Sales, Quote Preparation, Project Management, Direct Sales, Cold Calling, Client Prospecting, Prospect Research, Sales Management, Sales Growth, National Accounts, International Sales, Outside Sales, International Travel, Retail Sales, Client Retention..., Manufacturing, Material Handling..., Time Management, Property & Casualty..., Life Insurance, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Sales Process, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Presentations, Management
Education
Rock Valley College 2003 — 2005
Associates, Business Management
Byron High School 1999 — 2003
Byron High School
COUNTRY ® Financial August 2003 - Present
The University of Arizona January 2000 - July 2003
Skills
Strategic Financial..., Insurance, Retirement Planning, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Portfolio Management, Fixed Annuities, Long-term Care, Employee Benefits, IRAs, Long Term Care Insurance, Whole Life, Retirement, Financial Planning
Education
The American College 2009 — 2011
ChFC, Financial Services
University of Arizona 1999 — 2003
BA, Psychology and Political Science
Realty 2000 June 2013 - Present
Rusco Window Company July 2012 - June 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2010 - July 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Small Business, Microsoft Office, Mutual Funds, General Insurance, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Inventory Management, Team Building, Sales Management, Sales, Management, Time Management, First Time Home Buyers, Public Speaking, New Business Development, Investment Properties, Event Planning, Customer Service
Education
Minnesota State Community and Technical College 2009 — 2010
Administrative Assistant Program
West Fargo High School 2006 — 2008
High School Diploma, General
Moffat County High School 2004 — 2006
High School, General
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2010 - Present
Skills
Insurance, Key Person Insurance, Life Insurance, Investments, Strategic Financial..., Fixed Annuities, Term Life Insurance, Financial Services, Long Term Care Insurance, Finance, Property & Casualty..., Financial Analysis, Whole Life, Series 63, Banking, Disability Insurance, Sales, Loans, Portfolio Management, Universal Life, IRAs, Estate Planning, Long-term Care, Health Insurance, Mutual Funds, Licensed Life & Health..., Investment Advisory, Pensions, Mortgage Lending, Commercial Insurance, Small Business, Roth IRA, Permanent Life Insurance, Series 6, Retirement Planning, 401k Rollovers, Workers Compensation, Financial Planning
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 2002 — 2003
Associate's degree, Business/Commerce, General
COUNTRY ® Financial August 2012 - Present
Aaron's Sales and Lease 2010 - 2011
Snap Fitness 24/7 2009 - 2010
Mt Bachelor 2009 - 2010
Oregon State University 2006 - 2010
United States Air Force 2001 - 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Account Management, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Insurance, Financial Analysis, Financial Risk, Finance, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Disability Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Key Person Insurance, IRAs, 401k Rollovers, College Savings Plans, Budgets, Data Analysis, Market Research, Leadership, Sales Process, Negotiation, Public Relations, Team Leadership, New Business Development, Selling, CRM, Event Management, Inventory Management, Advertising, Fundraising, Event Planning, Training, Social Networking, Team Building, Marketing Communications, Investments, Retirement Planning, Management
Education
Oregon State University 2009 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) Minor in Behavior Science, Business Administration and Management, General
Christensen Farms April 2013 - Present
Christensen Farms May 2012 - March 2013
North Star Mutual Insurance Company June 2011 - March 2012
Saint John's University August 2009 - May 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Java, VB.NET, C#, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL, Visual Basic
Education
St. John's University 2007 — 2011
B.A., Computer Science
Wabasso High School 2004 — 2007
High School Diploma
Commerce Bank March 2015 - Present
United States Army National Guard June 2008 - Present
Commerce Bank April 2013 - March 2015
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2012 - April 2013
Dickinson Financial Corporation - Academy Bank, a division of Armed Forces Bank November 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Great interpersonal..., Able to run Mac and PC..., Military, Military Experience, Army, Security Clearance, Leadership, Military Operations, Organizational..., Physical Security, Enforcement, Team Leadership, Risk Management, Supervisory Skills, Microsoft Office, Training, Team Building, DoD
Education
Rockhurst University 2013 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Missouri-Kansas City 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Minor in Economics
Johnson County Community College 2007 — 2009
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts
Sustainable Business Center June 2015 - Present
Lincoln Buff 2 Communications October 2008 - Present
Agri-Pulse Communications December 2013 - May 2015
Ragan Communications April 2011 - September 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial November 1997 - March 2011
State Journal-Register 1998 - 2001
Giant Foods (later Econofoods/Nash Finch - now closed) 1973 - 1997
Skills
Writing, Editing, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Consulting about..., Social Media, Health care..., Health Care Marketing, Healthcare, Health, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Mentoring, Social Networking, Customer Relations, Retail, Journalism, Blogging, Public Relations, Media Relations, Insurance, Strategic Communications, Marketing Communications, Research, Copywriting, Health Communication, Press Releases, Copy Editing, New Media, Marketing, Publications, Storytelling, Web Content, Content Development, Personal Development, Digital Media, Speech Writing, Content Strategy, Digital Marketing, Communications Planning, Social Media Marketing, AP Style, Content Management, Creative Writing, Feature Articles, News Writing, Proofreading, Crisis Communications, Email Marketing, Books
Education
Western Illinois University 1991 — 1994
BOG BA, Board of Governors program
Heartland Community College 2008 — 2008
History
Carl Sandburg College 1970 — 1992
General Studies
Quincy University 1970 — 1972
English
COUNTRY ® Financial TellerSummit Bank & TrustAugust 2009 - May 2011
TCF Bank November 2005 - August 2009
Education
Metropolitan State College of Denver 2005 — 2010
BA, Finance
State Farm February 2015 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2001 - February 2015
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2001 - February 2015
Motorola Solutions August 1994 - June 2001
Atlas Rollite April 1992 - July 1994
AVCO Financial November 1988 - July 1991
The Barn Furniture Store June 1987 - October 1988
Skills
Disability Insurance, Long-term Care, Term Life Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Sales, Health Insurance, Financial Services, Retirement, Commercial Insurance, Retirement Planning, Long Term Care Insurance, Whole Life, Life Insurance, IRAs, Universal Life, Homeowners, 401k, 401k Rollovers, Employee Benefits, Estate Planning, Financial Planning, General Insurance, Mutual Funds, Small Business
Education
The American College 2007 — 2012
LUTCF Designation
Mesa Community College 1999 — 2001
Communications
Aon Hewitt August 2013 - Present
Aon Hewitt April 2013 - July 2013
Aon Hewitt October 2011 - March 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2011 - September 2011
Western Illinois University January 2009 - December 2010
Skills
Operations Management, Financial Reporting, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Finance, Microsoft Excel, Employee Benefits, Return on Investment..., Outlook, Retirement, Investment Strategies, Process Improvement, PowerPoint, Investment Properties, Microsoft Office, Investment Advisory, Project Management, Team Building, Benefits Administration, Data Entry, Lotus Notes, Insurance, Economics, Real Estate Transactions, Financial Modeling, Strategic Financial..., Human Resources, Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 2014 — 2015
Western Illinois University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Business, Finance and Economics
McHenry West Campus 2003 — 2007
COUNTRY ® Financial November 1987 - Present
naifa 2009 - 2010
Skills
Term Life Insurance, Finance, Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Financial Planners, Roth IRA, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Umbrella Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Whole Life, Health Insurance, Retirement, Universal Life, Key Person Insurance, Long-term Care, Long Term Care Insurance, Estate Planning, Retirement Planning, IRAs, Strategic Financial..., Retirement Savings
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1978 — 1983
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agri-Business Economics
Vienna High School
Miller Auto Plaza June 2015 - Present
Eich Motor Company May 2014 - May 2015
Gilleland Chevrolet Cadillac October 2013 - May 2014
Gilleland Chevrolet Cadillac January 2013 - October 2013
Gilleland Chevrolet Cadillac September 2012 - January 2013
Jacobs Financial April 2012 - September 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial August 2011 - April 2012
RE/MAX Results November 2008 - August 2011
RE/MAX Results Commercial October 2008 - August 2011
RE/MAX Results Commercial October 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Investments, Sales, Insurance, Sales Management, Selling, Life Insurance, Finance, Disability Insurance, Loans, Health Insurance, Annuities, Mutual Funds, Financial Analysis, Healthcare, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Long-term Care, Retirement Strategies, Car Loans, Trade Finance, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Closing Abilities, Business Development, Negotiation, Customer Service, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Homeowners, Retirement
Education
Saint Cloud State University - G.R. Herberger College of Business 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Finance and Real Estate Appraisal
St. Cloud State University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Double Major 1-Finance 2-Real Estate (Appraisal)
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2012 - Present
Anaheim Angels October 2002 - August 2003
Education
Sierra Nevada College 2008 — 2009
Masters, Education
University of California, Davis 1999 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, International Relations and Affairs
COUNTRY ® Financial September 2010 - May 2013
New York Life Insurance Company October 2009 - November 2011
Conflict Resolution Services March 2000 - September 2010
Lane Community College September 2000 - September 2004
Skills
Fixed Annuities, Small Business, Public Speaking, Estate Planning, Life Insurance, Social Media, Employee Benefits, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Long Term Care Insurance, Research, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Strategic Financial..., Team Building, Retirement, Training, Portfolio Management, Health Insurance, Entrepreneurship, Mutual Funds, Time Management, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Financial Advisory, Fundraising, Securities, Wealth Management, Whole Life, IRAs, Non-profits, Real Estate, Negotiation, Social Networking, Business Planning, Management, Nonprofits, Team Leadership, New Business Development, Family Mediation, Conflict Management
Education
University of Oregon 1996 — 1999
M.S., Conflict Resolution
Ohio University 1987 — 1999
B.S., Eco-feminism
Staples High School 1984 — 1987
GED
Copart October 2012 - Present
Horace Mann July 2006 - November 2011
Horace Mann November 2003 - July 2006
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2001 - November 2003
COUNTRY ® Financial January 1995 - July 2001
COUNTRY ® Financial July 1993 - January 1995
Tatman's Collision Center July 1990 - July 1993
Skills
Claim, Claims Management, Management, General Insurance, Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Home, Property Damage, Commercial Lines, Casualty, Accident, Subrogation, Professional Liability, Claim Investigation, Liability, Term Life Insurance, Brokers
Education
Insurance Institute of America 1995 — 2003
Associate; Associate, Claims; Management
Parkland College 1991 — 1993
Associates, Management
MA3 Healthcare Solutions March 2012 - Present
TMG Group October 2010 - Present
NMG Benefit Solutions 2010 - 2013
American Income Life March 2008 - March 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial March 2001 - March 2008
Skills
Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Small Business, Leadership Development, Team Building
Education
Moraine Valley Community College
Aon Retiree Health Exchange July 2013 - Present
Aon Hewitt March 2014 - July 2014
United States Postal Service 2008 - 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial 2003 - 2007
Miller and Company, LLC 1998 - 2003
Pierce Leahy Archives 1995 - 1998
Skills
Customer Service, Project Management, Team Building, Training, Customer Satisfaction, Outlook, Data Entry, Government, Coaching, Account Management, Management, Leadership, Call Centers
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Rollins College August 2007 - Present
FUMC Winter Park, FL 1991 - Present
Seminole State College of Florida January 2013 - May 2013
Shepherd's Hope Clinic July 2007 - May 2009
COUNTRY ® Financial March 1975 - June 1989
Skills
Public Speaking, Event Planning, Facebook, Leadership, Social Media, Fundraising, Non-profits, Microsoft Word, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Training, Time Management, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Networking, Volunteer Management, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Community Outreach
Education
Rollins College 2011 — 2013
MHR, Masters of Human Resources
Rollins College 2008 — 2011
B.A., Organizational Communication, cum laude
Seminole State College 2006 — 2008
A.A., General, cum laude
Seminole Community College 2005 — 2006
Nursing, Licensed Nursing Assistant
Local 459 June 2011 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2010 - June 2011
Verizon Wireless October 2008 - April 2010
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2003 — 2007
Bacholers degree in Marketing, Business
O'Fallon Township High School 1998 — 2002
High School Diploma, General
MBA Marketing Inc 1994 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial 1976 - 1993
Skills
Sales Management, Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Marketing, Long-term Care, Disability Insurance, Customer Service, Term Life Insurance, Employee Benefits, Life Insurance, IRAs, Small Business, Retirement, Investments, Universal Life, Strategic Financial..., Estate Planning, Whole Life, 401k, Long Term Care Insurance, Retirement Planning, Financial Planning
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1965 — 1969
Bachelor of Science, Ag Business
COUNTRY ® Financial August 2010 - Present
Education
North Central College 2006 — 2010
BA, Economics, Finance
Hiniker Company November 2011 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial 2010 - 2011
Motion Control Group 2007 - 2009
Skills
Analysis, Finance, Financial Modeling, Banking, Invoicing, Forecasting, Loans, Financial Services, Accounting, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Cash Flow, Financial Statements, Auditing, Financial Reporting, Retirement Planning, Investments, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Insurance, Mortgage Lending, Corporate Finance, Business Planning, Credit, Internal Controls, Financial Accounting, Underwriting, Accounts Payable, Negotiation, Strategic Financial..., Microsoft Excel, Managerial Finance, JD Edwards, Financial Risk, Credit Risk, Customer Service, Outlook, Credit Analysis, Cash Management, Accounts Receivable, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Process Improvement, Commercial Banking, Budgets
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1995 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Management
Lockton Affinity August 2014 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial August 2012 - August 2014
Falleri Insurance Solutions April 2012 - July 2012
Karing 4 Kids Daycare April 1995 - May 2012
www.everythingcandyland.com January 2010 - October 2011
Avion energy January 2010 - October 2010
Skills
Team Leadership, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Honesty, Dependable Team Player, Highly detail oriented, Life, Home, Auto,..., Retirement, Disability Insurance, Small Business, Life Insurance, Insurance, Property & Casualty..., General Insurance, Term Life Insurance
Education
Insurance Licenses for Missouri and Kansas 2012 — 2012
Southeast Missouri State University 1988 — 1990
Elementary, elementary education
IBM July 2014 - Present
Metropolitan State University April 2014 - July 2014
Best Buy Corporate November 2013 - January 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2012 - May 2013
State of Minnesota February 2001 - June 2012
DAYTON'S January 1999 - January 2001
Skills
Computer Literate, Outstanding Customer..., Computer Forensics, FTK, Microsoft Office, Computer Security, Windows, Mac OS X, Research, Information Security, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Computer Hardware, Computer Maintenance, Windows 7, OS X, System Administration, Linux, Troubleshooting, Time Management, Access, Active Directory, Training, Software Installation, Windows XP, Help Desk Support, Software Documentation, Security, Technical Support, Networking, SharePoint, Network Administration, Computer Repair, Network Security, Operating Systems, Visio, Windows Server, Disaster Recovery, Databases, Servers, Hardware, VMware
Education
Metropolitan State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science, Computer Forensics
ST. PAUL COLLEGE - St 1999 — 2001
Associate's Degree, Administrative Assistant
St. Paul College 1993 — 1994
Certificate, Accounting Clerk
The Ahbe Group January 2007 - Present
Brokers Guild - Cherry Creek Ltd June 2001 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2007 - July 2011
Skills
Insurance, Sellers, Relocation, Condos, Property, Commercial Insurance, Townhomes, REO, Real Estate, Single Family Homes, Foreclosures, Investment Properties, New Home Sales, Investments, Short Sales, First Time Home Buyers, Investors
Education
Regis University
MBA
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2010 - Present
Skills
Variable Products, Life Insurance, Financial Analysis, Long Term Care Insurance, Key Person Insurance, Education Funding, Retirement Planning, Whole Life, Universal Life, Permanent Life Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Commercial Insurance, Disability Insurance, Insurance, IRAs, Fixed Annuities, Term Life Insurance, Small Business
Education
Oklahoma State University 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Electronic Media
Tulsa Community College 1999 — 2002
Associate's degree
State Farm January 2014 - Present
State Farm December 2012 - January 2014
State Farm Insurance June 2011 - December 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Claim, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Public Speaking, Team Building, Time Management, Liability, Insurance, Property
Education
Oregon State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
COUNTRY ® Financial 2009 - Present
Skills
Investments, Retirement, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Retirement Planning, Long Term Care Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Finance, Long-term Care, Insurance, Whole Life, IRAs, Property & Casualty..., Commercial Insurance, Health Insurance, 401k, Strategic Financial..., Employee Benefits, Mutual Funds, Underwriting, Liability
Education
Quincy University 2000 — 2002
Bachelors in Science
BGS
Craig Martin - State Farm Agent January 2014 - Present
State Farm Insurance April 2005 - December 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2000 - April 2005
COUNTRY Financial® November 1998 - May 2000
COUNTRY Financial® July 1992 - November 1998
Skills
Leadership Development, Personal Financial..., Sales Recruitment, Strategic Consulting, Entrepreneurship..., Executive Management, Small Business, Recruiting, Insurance, Sales, Life Insurance, Training, Management, Universal Life, Whole Life, Leadership, Marketing, Coaching, Strategic Planning
Education
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards
CFP, Financial Planning and Services
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Finance
The American College
CLU, ChFC, CLF
Principal Financial Group January 2011 - Present
Lifetime Fitness January 1997 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial December 1998 - January 2011
Skills
Strategic Financial..., Investments, Sales, Marketing, Disability Insurance, Insurance, Team Building, Small Business, Customer Service, Account Management, Business Planning
Education
Metropolitan State University 1992 — 1994
Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Middle Tennessee State University 1990 — 1992
Renewal by Andersen of Central Illinois November 2012 - Present
Adams Outdoor Advertising April 2012 - December 2012
MKTG November 2011 - February 2012
Jimmy John's July 2010 - October 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2009 - June 2010
State Farm Insurance May 2008 - April 2009
Skills
Volunteer Management, Website Development, Online Social Networking, Business Development, Interpersonal..., Marketing, CRM, Social Networking, Customer Service, Event Planning, Analysis, Training, Management, Microsoft Excel, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Leadership, Research, SEO, Marketing Communications, Sales, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Market Planning, Brand Development, Interviews, Social Media, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Teamwork, Time Management, Sponsorship, Direct Marketing, Event Management, Integrated Marketing, Lead Generation, Marketing Management, Public Speaking, Small Business, Team Building, Sales Management, Insurance, New Business Development, Account Management, Google Analytics, Brand Awareness, Online Marketing
Education
Millikin University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Marketing, 3.5
Millikin University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Med-City Insurance Services September 2011 - Present
Master Networks 2012 - 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2008 - September 2011
Farmers Insurance August 2005 - January 2008
Skills
Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Long-term Care, Small Business, Health Insurance, Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Term Life Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Financial Analysis, Disability Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Life Insurance, Universal Life, Whole Life
Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 1997 — 2001
BS, Physical Education
Normandale Community College 1994 — 1996
Crystal Lake Insurance August 2007 - Present
Zurich Kemper, Zurich Direct, Chase Direct, AIG Matrix 1998 - August 2007
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2002 - April 2005
Skills
Sales Management, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Workers Compensation, Commercial Insurance, Auto Insurance, Risk Assessment, Financial Risk, Life Insurance, Homeowners Insurance, Group Benefit Plans, Health Insurance, Antique Auto Insurance, Employment Practices..., Cyber and Database..., Life Underwriting, Business Service..., Guerrilla Marketing, Marketing on a Dime, Cold Calling Experience, Sales Scripting, Customer Service..., Relationship Marketing, Moment of Truth Sales..., Commercial Insurance..., AAA Insurance, EMC Insurance, Hartford Insurance, Pekin Insurance, Hanover Insurance, Progressive Insurance, Kemper Insurance, Travelers Insurance, EMT Wadena Insurance
Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Mathematics
Scholastic March 2015 - Present
Source Exchange Traded Investments LLC September 2014 - January 2015
OptumHealth April 2012 - August 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2007 - April 2012
Skills
CMS, HTML 5, CSS3, Analysis, Customer Service, Insurance, Research, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Call Center, Health Insurance, Claim, PowerPoint, Outlook, Employee Benefits, WordPress, Access, Leadership, Healthcare, Time Management, Layout, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Serving Others, Waiting, Problem Solving, Creative Problem Solving, Visual Communication, Oral & Written..., Graphic Design, Web Design, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 2012 — 2014
Certificates, Graphic Design & Web & Interactive Media Design
Winona State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2005 - Present
STATE FARM INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES June 2001 - June 2005
Skills
Long Term Care Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Insurance, Retirement Planning, Long-term Care, Commercial Insurance, Farm & Ranch Insurance, Finance
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Management Information Systems, Marketing
Singular Game Studios September 2014 - Present
PNC July 2012 - Present
State Farm Insurance December 2010 - July 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2010 - December 2010
Verizon September 2009 - June 2010
COUNTRY ® Financial September 2008 - March 2009
IBM March 2007 - May 2008
NTT DATA Americas June 2005 - March 2007
Skills
Informatica, DB2, PL/SQL, Oracle, ETL, Unix Shell Scripting, WebSphere MQ, Data Warehousing, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Unix, XML
Education
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Engineering (BE)
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2011 - Present
Skills
Property & Casualty..., Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Disability Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Personal Financial..., Long-term Care, Whole Life, Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Series 63, Universal Life, Fixed Annuities, IRAs, Series 6, Customer Service, Retirement, Sales, Team Building
Education
Oregon State University 2009 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
West Albany HS 1986 — 1989
COUNTRY ® Financial 2011 - Present
Boys & Girls Home October 2009 - 2010
Various Fortune 500 Companies 1992 - 2009
Skills
Investment Strategies, Conflict Resolution, Six Sigma, Insurance, Project Management, Capital Budgeting, Leadership, Coaching, Credit, Financial Analysis, Management, Public Speaking, Employee Benefits Design, Budgets, College Education..., Long Term Care Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Helping people find..., Annuities, Teaching, Creative Solutions, Building Strong..., Mutual Funds, Emotional Intelligence, Finance, Retirement, Investments, Risk Management, Strategic Financial..., IRAs, Small Business, Term Life Insurance, Long-term Care, Fixed Annuities
Education
Pittsburg State University
Double major and 3 minors
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Masters program
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2011 - Present
Authentic Marketing Group June 2007 - March 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial July 1992 - October 2006
COUNTRY Financial® May 1989 - June 1992
Skills
Retirement Income..., Long Term Care Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Life Insurance, IRAs, Roth IRA, Retirement Planning, Disability Insurance, 401k, Retirement Savings, Strategic Financial..., Term Life Insurance, Estate Planning, Financial Planners, Retirement, Variable Annuities, Permanent Life Insurance, Insurance, Health Insurance, Whole Life, Property & Casualty..., Income Protection, Sales Management, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Series 6, Buy-sell Agreements, Universal Life, Commercial Insurance, Homeowners, Social Media Marketing, Online Lead Generation, Direct Response, 401k Rollovers, Leadership, LUTCF, Sales Leadership..., Sales Rep Training, Lead Generation, Leadership Development, Umbrella Insurance, Copywriting, Inbound Lead Generation, Training, Life & Health Insurance..., Series 63, Licensed Life & Health..., Financial Planning, Long-term Care
Education
The American College for Financial Planning 2000 — 2004
Financial Planning and Services
Hayneedle, Inc. May 2015 - Present
Hayneedle, Inc. October 2013 - May 2015
Transamerica Life Insurance Company May 2010 - March 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial April 1999 - November 2009
Skills
Insurance, Underwriting, General Insurance, Health Insurance, Analysis, Business Analysis, Claim, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Property, Risk Management, Access, Logistics, Sales, Supply Chain
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1985 — 1986
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
John A. Logan College 1982 — 1984
AS, General Studies, 4.7 GPA
COUNTRY Financial® February 2015 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2010 - February 2015
Harrah's North Kansas City Casino & Hotel June 1999 - June 2010
Skills
Long Term Care Insurance, Insurance, Customer Service, Sales, Disability Insurance, Financial Analysis, Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Employee Benefits, Finance, Whole Life, Fixed Annuities, Long-term Care, IRAs
Education
Park University
Bachelors in Finance, Finance, Economics
COUNTRY ® Financial September 2004 - Present
RISE Inc. August 2003 - July 2004
AmeriCorps 1995 - 1996
Skills
Customer Service, Retirement Planning, Insurance, Strategic Financial..., Life Insurance
Education
Metropolitan State University 2000 — 2005
MBA, Business
Kaw Permaculture
Allen Lund Company August 2014 - Present
Alpine Payment Systems April 2014 - August 2014
Alpine Payment Systems November 2013 - April 2014
COUNTRY® Financial August 2010 - November 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2012 - September 2012
COUNTRY® Financial March 2009 - August 2010
Pendum, Inc. October 2008 - March 2009
Clearwater Springs Assisted Living Facility February 2007 - October 2008
Affordable Performance (DBA West Coast Banshees) March 1997 - August 2005
FedEx November 2003 - February 2005
Skills
Insurance, Whole Life, Disability Insurance, Long-term Care, Property & Casualty..., Term Life Insurance, Umbrella Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Series 6, Commercial Insurance, Life Insurance, Casualty, IRAs, Retirement Planning, Strategic Financial..., Financial Planners, Long Term Care Insurance, Professional Liability, Health Insurance, Underwriting, Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, Management, Small Business, Leadership, Homeowners, Retirement, Universal Life
Education
Mt. Hood Community College 1996 — 1999
AA, Business Management
Reynolds High School 1992 — 1996
High School Diploma
Premiere Property Group, LLC July 2015 - Present
Premiere Property Group, LLC May 2015 - Present
Zebon, Inc June 2013 - Present
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate November 2013 - May 2015
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate September 1994 - May 2015
Prudential Northwest Properties February 2002 - October 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2011 - August 2012
Disdero Lumber January 1993 - August 1995
Skills
Real Estate, Sellers, Real Estate Transactions, Residential Homes, New Home Sales, First Time Home Buyers, Investment Properties, Single Family Homes, Investors, Buyers, Foreclosures, REO, Brokerage, FHA, Commercial Real Estate, Short Sales, Move Up Buyers, Buyer Representation, Relocation, Referrals, Listings, Condos, Investments, 1031 Exchanges, ABR, Townhomes, HUD, Negotiation, Transaction Management, Relocation Buyers, Home, Selling, Real Property, Seniors, Luxury, SFR, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Property, Income Properties, Vacation Homes, Rentals, Real Estate Development, New Homes, Resellers, Waterfront, Council of Residential..., Seller Representation, Management
Education
Western Oregon University 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BS), History
Mt Hood Community College 1988 — 1990
KLAAS FINANCIAL, inc. May 2006 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2004 - May 2006
Skills
Insurance, Marketing, Retirement Planning, Securities, Financial Services, Investment Advisory, Strategic Planning, Financial Advisory, Fixed Annuities, Financial Planning, Retirement, Investments, Mutual Funds, Public Speaking, Finance, Leadership, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Wealth Management, Health Insurance, Strategic Financial..., Employee Benefits, Disability Insurance, Sales
Education
Monterey Institute of International Studies 1990 — 1992
Masters, Public Administration/Intl Business Mgt
San Diego State University-California State University
BA, Cultural Anthropology/Asian Studies/Marketing
US Census Bureau - US Department of Commerce January 2014 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial March 2012 - Present
Country Financial October 2010 - January 2012
U.S. DEPT OF COMMERCE - U.S.CENSUS BUREAU March 2010 - September 2010
CA, INC. 2007 - 2009
CA April 2004 - August 2007
CA August 1995 - April 2004
Legent 1989 - 1995
KPMG Peat Marwick 1987 - 1989
Skills
Mainframe, Account Management, Sales, Windows, HP, Operating Systems, Sales Operations, Banking, Finance, Forecasting, Customer Service, Linux, ERP, Go-to-market Strategy, Cold Calling, Executive Management, Siebel, Business Services, Negotiation, Access, Infrastructure, Product Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Business Relationship..., Business, Budgets
Education
Purdue University - Krannert School of Management
BS, Industrial Management Minor in Computer Science
COUNTRY Financial® March 2014 - Present
Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping, Inc. December 2012 - March 2015
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2011 - March 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial February 2010 - November 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2008 - February 2010
Monmouth College 2007 - 2008
Monmouth College 2006 - 2008
Skills
Performance Management, Customer Service, Leadership, System Administration, Public Relations, General Insurance, Property & Casualty..., System Testing, Succession Planning, Data Entry, Customer Experience, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Project Planning, Insurance, Program Management, Volunteering, Continuing Education, Microsoft Suites, Large System..., Fitness Instruction, Microsoft Office, Training, Recruiting, Interviews, Human Resources, Coaching, Social Media, Time Management, Marketing
Education
Monmouth College 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Public Relations Major; Communications and Media minor
Paris Graduate School of Management 2007 — 2007
Semester Abroad
Provision Living Senior Communities February 2015 - Present
VITAS Healthcare December 2013 - February 2015
Now Care July 2012 - 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2010 - 2012
YMCA 2000 - 2012
Rhino's Tavern January 2006 - January 2009
Skills
Long-term Care, Marketing, Negotiation, Strategic Negotiations, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Budgets, Team Building
Education
Western Illinois University 2003 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration
Western Illinois University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Health Services Administration
Sauk Valley Community College 2001 — 2004
Associates, Criminal Justice
Westfield Group/Westfield Insurance August 2015 - Present
Western National Insurance June 2014 - August 2015
Federated Insurance July 2008 - June 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial 2004 - 2008
Education
St. Cloud State University 1996 — 1998
Bachelors, Finance
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2011 - Present
The H Group August 2010 - May 2011
Southern Illinois University November 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Estate Planning, Commercial Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Retirement Planning, Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Trusts, Asset Managment, Education Funding, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Key Person Insurance, Business Continuity..., Buy-sell Agreements, Workers Compensation, Mutual Funds, Fixed Annuities, Variable Annuities, IRAs, Roth IRA, Pension Funds, Profit Sharing, Deferred Compensation, Tax Shelters, Irrevocable Life..., Insurance, Retirement, Term Life Insurance, Whole Life
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2008 — 2011
Masters of Education in Science, Educational Psychology, 3.7/4.0 GPA
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, 3.5/4.0
The University of Texas at Arlington 2003 — 2005
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Modern Woodmen of America Multiline Insurance AgentFrederick J. Calabrese Insurance AgentDecember 2009 - May 2015
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2012 - March 2013
Independant Insurance Agent (Life, Disability and Health) February 2001 - March 2012
Skills
Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Automobile Insurance, Home Insurance, Umbrella Insurance, Retirement Planning, Financial Security, Customer Satisfaction, Business Overhead..., Education Funding, Income Protection, Commercial Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Health Insurance, Auto, Homeowners, Insurance, Small Business, Estate Planning, Retirement, Term Life Insurance, Investments, Long-term Care, Long Term Care Insurance, Sales, Whole Life, Universal Life, IRAs, Property & Casualty..., Business, Business Planning, Direct Sales, Property, Underwriting, Casualty, Professional Liability, Finance, Workers Compensation, General Insurance, Market Linked CDs, Liability, Employee Benefits, 401k, Financial Services, Mutual Funds
Education
University of Arizona 1992 — 1994
BSMnE, Mining Engineering
Pima Community College 1989 — 1992
Coursework for transfer
State Farm October 2014 - Present
US Army Reserve August 2014 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2012 - October 2014
US Army Reserve September 2012 - October 2013
US Army May 2007 - July 2012
Prudential Financial December 2011 - June 2012
US Army Reserve June 2001 - May 2007
US Army Reserve February 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Series 6, Series 63, Series 26, Series 51, Life & Health Insurance..., Property & Casualty..., Recruiting, Interviewing Skills, Sales Presentations, Compliance
Education
The American College 2012 — 2015
Professional Designation, Chartered Financial Consultant
Western Illinois University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Law Enforcement-Justice Administration
DJs Are Us / PhotoBoothDJs.com January 1994 - Present
The Auto Club Group March 2015 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2000 - February 2014
Restaurant Payroll Services / Related Payroll Services 1997 - 2000
Skills
Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Health Insurance, Disability Insurance, DJ, Wedding Photography, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Photo Booths, Excel, Word, Microsoft Office, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Experience, Customer Retention, Customer Acquisition, Call Center, Cold Calling, Telephone Skills, Performance Management, Team Building, Team Management, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Team Spirit, Mentoring, Hiring/firing, Homeowners, Term Life Insurance, IRAs, Call Centers, Fixed Annuities, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sales, Marketing, Leadership, Management
Education
Moraine Valley Community College
Associate, Small Business Management
Moraine Valley Community College
Associate, Business Administration
Moraine Valley Community College
Associate, Marketing
Combined Insurance United States February 2015 - Present
Midwest Graphic Services June 2015 - Present
Compass Insurance Group, Inc. March 2014 - February 2015
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2011 - December 2013
Skills
Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Term Life Insurance, Strategic Financial..., Key Person Insurance, Insurance, Series 63, Customer Service, Investment Strategies, Long-term Care, IRAs, Qualified Retirement..., Retirement Plan..., Property & Casualty..., Fixed Annuities, Variable Annuities, 401k Rollovers, Health Insurance, 401k, 403 b, Customer Satisfaction, Commercial Insurance, Business Continuity..., Roth IRA, Reprographics, Microsoft Office, Sales, Account Management, Microsoft Excel, Estate Planning, College Education..., Automotive Repair, Asset Managment, Personal Pensions, Whole Life, Trusts, Anticipating the Future
Education
Kaplan Financial
Life / Health & Property / Casualty Licences
STC Security Training
Series 6 & 63 Licences
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Computer Science
Shepaug Valley High
Hart InterCivic June 2013 - Present
Cott Systems October 2003 - June 2013
Byers Printing & Election Supply January 2001 - September 2003
Goeke Development December 1996 - January 2001
Perry County Government/Illinois November 1984 - December 1996
COUNTRY ® Financial June 1982 - November 1984
Skills
Solution Selling, Selling, New Business Development, Marketing, Customer Service, Business Development, Team Building, Pricing, Negotiation, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Management, Training, Contract Negotiation, Market Research, CRM, Leadership, Project Management, Sales, Salesforce.com
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1978 — 1980
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Funeral Service and Mortuary Science
Fidelity Investments September 2013 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2012 - February 2013
State Farm Insurance May 2008 - January 2011
Skills
Disability Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Long-term Care, Life Insurance, Whole Life, Retirement Planning, IRAs, Term Life Insurance, Variable Products, Series 6, Key Person Insurance, Retirement, Education Funding, Insurance, 401k Rollovers, College Savings Plans, Roth IRA, Buy-sell Agreements, Variable Annuities, Income Protection
Education
Portland State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Accounting and Finance; Psychology
Portland Community College 2006 — 2009
Business Administration and Management, General
PHP Agency LLC, People Helping People January 2015 - Present
Money Smart Movement April 2011 - Present
Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc. Transamerica Financial Group Division April 2013 - January 2015
COUNTRY ® Financial September 2010 - April 2011
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network August 2009 - June 2010
Northwestern University August 2003 - July 2009
Education
Northern Illinois University
B.S., Psychology
Choice Financial Insurance August 2014 - Present
BW Insurance June 2010 - August 2014
BW Insurance Agency, Inc 2006 - 2010
COUNTRY ® Financial 2005 - 2006
Cleveland Browns 2003 - 2004
Skills
Insurance, Life Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Account Management, Sales, Commercial Insurance, Leadership, Term Life Insurance, Management, Disability Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Customer Service, Sales Management, Underwriting, Health Insurance
Education
North Dakota State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelors, Management Information Systems
American Family Insurance July 2010 - Present
Travelers February 2008 - July 2010
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2004 - February 2008
Skills
Commercial Insurance, Liability, Property & Casualty..., Umbrella Insurance, Casualty, Homeowners, Licensed Property &..., General Insurance, Life Insurance, Legal Liability, Casualty Insurance, Commercial Lines
Education
Saint Cloud State University - G.R. Herberger College of Business 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Management
White Bear Lake High School 1994 — 1998
CB Financial Services located at Columbia Bank November 2014 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2012 - November 2014
Cellular Plus Verizon wireless November 2010 - May 2012
AT&T Mobility September 2005 - November 2010
Skills
Life Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Sales, Customer Retention, Disability Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Insurance, Health Insurance, Customer Service, Cold Calling, Small Business, Long-term Care, General Insurance, Customer Satisfaction, Direct Sales, Call Centers, Training, Property & Casualty..., Commercial Insurance, Sales Management, Account Management, Underwriting, Call Center, Retirement Planning, Whole Life, Finance, Umbrella Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Team Building, Management, Leadership, Retirement, Financial Planning, Financial Services, Mutual Funds, IRAs, 401k, Workers Compensation, Investments, Wealth Management, Team Leadership, Sales Process, Marketing
Education
Mt. Hood Community College 2003 — 2005
Associate of Science (A.S.), General Studies, 3.0
Gresham High school 1999 — 2003
Diploma, General Studies, 3.0
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2011 - Present
Skills
Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Retirement Planning, Term Life Insurance, Long-term Care, Property & Casualty..., Whole Life, Retirement, Commercial Insurance, IRAs
Education
New Mexico Military Institute
Associate's degree
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
COUNTRY ® Financial August 2007 - Present
Skills
Life Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Health Insurance, Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Professional Liability, Umbrella Insurance, Liability, Long-term Care, Commercial Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Whole Life, Strategic Financial..., IRAs, Workers Compensation, Casualty, Employee Benefits, Fixed Annuities, Universal Life, Brokers, Financial Planning
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2003 — 2006
Freeburg High School
Moda Health, formerly ODS December 2013 - Present
Daimler Trucks North America (contract position through Aerotek) December 2012 - 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2009 - 2012
Skills
Sales, Training, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Access, Time Management, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Bahasa Indonesia, Basic level in Spanish, Office Administration, Lotus Notes, Navigators, mainframe screen (IMS), Online Warranty Link, WSC Remedy, Facets, IBM Content Manager, Business Objects, CMS, Trizetto, DHS, Public Speaking
Education
Portland State University 2010 — 2011
Bachelor, Communication and Arts & Letters
Portland Community College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Cerner Corporation December 2012 - Present
Netsmart Technologies July 2012 - December 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2008 - July 2012
Skills
Cisco Technologies, Networking, Network Security, VPN, Troubleshooting, Data Center, Firewalls, Switches, Network Administration, Cisco IOS, Cisco FabricPath, Cisco APIC, Network Architecture, MPLS Networking, Network Load Balancing, BGPv4, Cisco Nexus, F5 BigIP, Cisco Routers, Windows Server, VoIP, Cisco Call Manager, Brocade, Virtualization, TCP/IP, Information Security, Computer Network..., SNMP, Network Monitoring Tools, Operating Systems, IP, Netflow, LAN-WAN, Linux, CiscoWorks, Checkpoint, QoS, Bluecoat Proxies, Network + Certified, Network Monitoring, OSI Model, Network Design, OSPF, Network Engineering, Routers, WAN, Wireshark, Routing, BGP, ACI
Education
Robert Morris College 2006 — 2009
B.S. in Applied Science, Computer Networking
Robert Morris College 2005 — 2006
Associate in Applied Science, Computer Network Specialist
COUNTRY ® Financial February 2010 - Present
Skills
Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Customer Service, Long-term Care, Insurance, Whole Life, Sales, Fixed Annuities, Property & Casualty..., Retirement, Retirement Planning, Leadership
Education
Saint Cloud State University - G.R. Herberger College of Business 1995 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Speech Communication and Marketing, 2000
COUNTRY ® Financial March 1996 - Present
Skills
Commercial Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Umbrella Insurance, Health Insurance, Insurance, General Insurance, Casualty, Life Insurance, Whole Life, Legal Liability, Fixed Annuities, Commercial Lines, Long-term Care, Universal Life, Homeowners, Long Term Care Insurance, Professional Liability, Liability, Insurance Consulting, LUTCF, IRAs
Education
Rock Valley College 1981 — 1983
Hononegah High School 1977 — 1981
Bank/Business Compensation Consulting March 2013 - Present
Bank/Business Compensation Consulting March 2013 - September 2015
Westport One August 2011 - March 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Marketing, Insurance, Financial Services, BOLI, COLI, Non-Qualified Deferred..., Recruiting, Professional Liability
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2002 — 2004
BFA, Interior Design
MillerCoors February 2015 - Present
Groupon September 2013 - January 2015
State Farm Insurance August 2012 - September 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2010 - December 2012
Law Office of Clark A. Walker June 2010 - August 2010
Southern Illinois University August 2008 - May 2010
Coldwell Banker October 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, Photoshop, JavaScript, AP Style
Education
Grenoble Ecole de Management - Grenoble Graduate School of Business 2010 — 2010
Summer Intersession, International Marketing & International Strategy
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Management
Protective Life May 2014 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2011 - May 2014
COUNTRY Financial April 2006 - January 2011
COUNTRY Financial August 2005 - April 2006
COUNTRY Financial July 2001 - August 2005
Tillinghast June 1998 - July 2001
Westfield Group October 1997 - May 1998
American General June 1993 - October 1997
Skills
Underwriting, Property & Casualty..., Actuarial Science, Insurance, Life Insurance, Financial Services, Retirement Planning, Disability Insurance, Strategic Financial..., Investments, Long Term Care Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Retirement, Management, Whole Life, Term Life Insurance, Long-term Care, Health Insurance, General Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Claim, Variable Annuities, Umbrella Insurance, Casualty
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management` 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2008 — 2009
Kellogg Management Institute
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1989 — 1993
BS, Actuarial Science
COUNTRY ® Financial September 1998 - Present
District 19 Schools August 1991 - May 1998
Skills
Term Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Life Insurance, Long-term Care, Universal Life, Insurance, Whole Life, IRAs, Retirement Planning, Health Insurance, Retirement, Long Term Care Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Key Person Insurance, Series 6, 401k, Roth IRA, 401k Rollovers, General Insurance, Licensed Life Insurance..., Financial Planners, Sales
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1980 — 1983
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
McHenry County College 1978 — 1980
Bachelor's degree, General Studies, Freshman/Sophomore
COUNTRY Financial June 2000 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial June 1993 - June 2000
Skills
Long Term Care Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Business Development, Fixed Annuities, Insurance, Whole Life, Leadership, Sales Process, Term Life Insurance, Coaching, Management, Universal Life, Long-term Care, IRAs, Property & Casualty...
Education
National-Louis University
BS, Management
Kiehl Impressions January 2009 - Present
American Greetings May 2013 - October 2014
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service January 2013 - April 2013
Waddell & Reed March 2012 - December 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2011 - March 2012
Morgan Stanley July 2007 - November 2008
Ravenswood Bank October 2005 - July 2006
National City Bank September 2001 - May 2005
The PrivateBank and Trust Company May 1992 - August 2001
Water Tower Bank February 1987 - May 1992
Skills
Strategic Financial..., Banking, Loans, Management, Artists, Budgets, Asset Management
Education
Olivet College 1981 — 1984
Finance, General
Plixer International November 2014 - Present
Great Chesspectations October 2008 - Present
Plixer International November 2013 - November 2014
United States Marine Corps July 1994 - August 2006
COUNTRY ® Financial March 2003 - October 2004
YMCA of Southern Arizona June 2000 - September 2004
Crowley Maritime July 1999 - May 2000
YMCA September 1998 - June 1999
YMCA of Superior California August 1998 - September 1998
Kroger February 1991 - November 1993
Skills
Data Exfiltration, Security, Cisco Technologies, Solution Selling, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Public Speaking, Chess, Chess Variants, Customer Retention, CRM, Selling, Leadership, Incident Response, Social Media, Photoshop, Routing, IPFIX, Flow Analysis, Netflow, Inception Technology, Marine Corps, Secret Agent, Zoology, Creative Strategy, Project Management, Food Service Sanitation, Sales, Microsoft Office, Data Extraction, Golf Instruction, Golf, Network Security..., Weapons Handling, Ninja Skills, Sword Fighting, Reconnaissance, Weapons, Weapons & Tactics..., Motorcycling, Network Forensics, Cyber-security, Forensic Analysis, Coaching, Networking, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Research
Education
University of Alaska Anchorage 1998 — 2000
Education
Pasadena City College 1998 — 1998
Biology
Troy High School 1990 — 1994
Kensington Academy 1986 — 1990
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2009 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial December 2000 - October 2009
COUNTRY ® Financial March 1997 - December 2000
COUNTRY ® Financial 1992 - 1997
Skills
Long Term Care Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Term Life Insurance, Series 6, Leadership, Commercial Insurance, Management, Liability, IRAs, Fixed Annuities, Insurance, Universal Life, Whole Life, Long-term Care
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 1986 — 1989
B.A., Communications
HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc. December 2014 - Present
New American Funding June 2014 - December 2014
AmeriFirst Financial, Inc. October 2012 - June 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2011 - March 2012
Skills
Disability Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Long-term Care, Retirement Planning, Whole Life, Mortgage Lending, Refinance, Financial Analysis, Real Estate, Investment Properties, Realtor Relations, Loans, Finance, First Time Home Buyers, Foreclosures, Residential Homes, Mortgage Banking, FHA, Residential Mortgages, Underwriting, Sellers, Loan Origination, Real Estate Financing, Credit, Certified Mortgage..., FHA financing, VA loans
Education
Northern Arizona University 1988 — 1989
Bachelor of Science, Hotel and Restaurant Management
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2000 - Present
Skills
Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Commericial Insurance, LIFE Insurance, Disability Income, Long Term Care, Financial Planning, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Recruiting, Long Term Care Insurance, Long-term Care, Universal Life, Strategic Financial..., Homeowners, Whole Life, Term Life Insurance
Education
Seattle Pacific University 1990 — 1995
Bachelor's degree, Business/Commerce, General
Curtis High School 1988 — 1990
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2005 - Present
Midwest Medical Supply January 2003 - November 2005
Firestone June 2001 - May 2002
Education
Millikin University 1996 — 2000
BS, Human Resources Management and Services
COUNTRY ® Financial October 1998 - Present
Country Financial January 1993 - September 1998
Skills
Disability Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Life Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Whole Life, Commercial Insurance, Sales Management, Long Term Care Insurance, Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Financial Services
Education
Northern Illinois University 1986 — 1990
bachelor of Science, Enterprise Management
Great North Insurance October 2014 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2011 - October 2014
The CE Shop 2009 - 2011
Keller Williams Real Estate 2004 - 2009
Skills
Home and Auto Insurance, Life Insurance, Customer Service, Commercial Insurance, Sales, Management, Marketing
Education
Hawley High School
North Dakota State University
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2005 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2003 - May 2005
COUNTRY Financial® November 1998 - April 2003
Skills
Disability Insurance, Fixed Annuities, Term Life Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Life Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, Whole Life, Long-term Care, Health Insurance, Universal Life, Homeowners, Retirement Planning, IRAs, Series 6, Retirement, Umbrella Insurance, General Insurance, Casualty, Variable Annuities, Permanent Life Insurance, 401k, Life, Roth IRA, Commercial Lines, Life & Health Insurance...
Education
The American College 2003 — 2007
CFP, Financial Palnning
Eureka College 1985 — 1989
B.A., Mathematices, Business, Computer Scince
NAIFA - Arizona 2011 - Present
CLEAR Networking 2000 - Present
COUNTRY Financial October 1984 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial 1984 - Present
NAIFA-Arizona 1987 - 2010
Elk Grove Township School District 1971 - 1974
Skills
Disability Insurance, Strategic Financial..., Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Term Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Long-term Care, Life Insurance, Whole Life, Fixed Annuities, Long Term Care Insurance, Health Insurance, Series 6, Small Business, Estate Planning, Retirement, Financial Planners, Roth IRA, IRAs, Commercial Insurance, Homeowners, 401k, Variable Annuities, Leadership, Key Person Insurance, Financial Services, Umbrella Insurance, Investments, Universal Life, Employee Benefits, Finance
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1967 — 1971
B.S., Elementary Educatino
COUNTRY ® Financial December 2010 - Present
First Bank and Trust May 2006 - October 2010
Education
Purdue University Calumet
Macc, accounting
South Dakota State University
B.A., Business Economics, Accounting
POPSUGAR August 2015 - Present
Horizon Media May 2015 - July 2015
Horizon Media June 2014 - May 2015
87AM November 2013 - May 2014
87AM August 2013 - November 2013
Celebrate-Planning an Event to Remember January 2013 - August 2013
Academy of Country Music January 2013 - May 2013
McShane Media June 2011 - September 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2009 - September 2012
KBVR-TV September 2011 - June 2012
Skills
Blogging, WordPress, Digital Media, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, Advertising, Pinterest, Marketing, Spanish, Google+, Marketing Communications, Communication, Media Planning, Foursquare, Corporate Blogging, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, CisionPoint, MediaMind, C3 Metrics, DART for Advertisers, comScore, Analytics
Education
Oregon State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, New Media Communications
Universidad de Costa Rica
BA Minor, Spanish Language and Literature
Sprague High School 2004 — 2008
Diploma, 3.85 GPA
Kasasa January 2014 - Present
Shift Ventures, Inc August 2012 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2008 - August 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial February 2004 - June 2008
Careerbuilder.com August 1998 - February 2002
Accenture May 1995 - August 1998
Skills
Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Lead Generation, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Web Analytics, Sales, Market Research, Advertising, Social Marketing, Strategic Planning, Online Advertising, Analytics, Marketing Communications, Direct Marketing, B2B Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Profitable Growth, Expense Management, Executive Management, Six Sigma / Lean..., Brand Positioning..., Go-to-market Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Client Experience..., Cross Channel Marketing, High Performance Teams, Six Sigma, Customer Experience, Change Management, Strategy, Sales Management, Leadership, Management, Business Strategy, Brand Management, Sales Operations, Product Development, Mobile Devices
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2008 — 2009
Kellogg Management Institute
University of Alabama 1988 — 1992
BA, Psychology
Buckhead Business Association
Buckhead Business Association
Superior Insurance Group January 2010 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial June 1997 - January 2010
Skills
Term Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Whole Life, Life Insurance
Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver 1990 — 1995
COUNTRY ® Financial September 1971 - Present
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1973 — 1974
Dynasplint Systems July 2011 - Present
Independant January 2010 - March 2011
Emmis Communications June 2006 - March 2008
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Medical Devices, Medical Terminology, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Healthcare, Radio Advertising, Media Sales, Media Planning, Media Buying, Digital Marketing, Radio, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Radio Promotions, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Mobile Marketing, Digital Strategy, Social Media, Digital Media, Insurance, Health Insurance
Education
Goldfarb School of Nursing 2009 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communications/Marketing
Easy Escape July 2006 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2000 - January 2012
The Arboretum of South Barrington July 2008 - January 2009
Bag Makers, Inc. May 2001 - January 2005
Education
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2007
Bachelor of Science in Business/Marketing
McHenry County College
Associate in Science
Quality Counts, LLC March 2012 - July 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2011 - March 2012
Skills
SQL, JavaScript, Mathematics, Project Management, Sales, Customer Service, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Team Leadership
Education
Willamette University College of Law 2014 — 2017
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law, 3.21
Portland State University 2008 — 2011
Bachelore's, Mathematics
Willamette University 2006 — 2007
Law
Premera Blue Cross June 2014 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2012 - May 2014
Allison Transmission@Minacs April 2011 - May 2012
AT&T@IBM August 2009 - April 2011
Cbeyond Communications April 2009 - July 2009
MTS Allstream@aMind Solutions January 2009 - April 2009
Kansas Department of Labor@IBM June 2008 - December 2008
Dassault Systemes January 2008 - June 2008
Alltel Communications June 2006 - December 2007
XO Communications April 2006 - June 2006
Skills
Siebel, Oracle SQL, Unix Shell Scripting, EIM, Informatica, Oracle, PL/SQL, CRM, Web Services, XML, Data Warehousing, UML, JavaScript, SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Business Intelligence, SQL, SOA, .NET, Java Enterprise Edition, Microsoft SQL Server, C#, Solution Architecture, Java, EAI, Business Analysis, Data Modeling, Enterprise Architecture, OBIEE, Requirements Gathering, Integration, Data Migration, ETL, Software Project..., Unix, DB2, Agile Methodologies, Databases, Quality Center, Order Management
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2004 — 2005
Masters, Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Madras 1999 — 2003
BS, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
COUNTRY ® Financial December 2009 - Present
Cotton States Insurance December 2006 - Present
Utica National Insurance Group January 1999 - December 2005
Education
Shorter College 2010 — 2013
Business Management, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.8
ProStar® Insurance September 2007 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial 2003 - 2004
Skills
Insurance, Sales Management, Executive Management, Customer Relations, Entrepreneurship, Talent Acquisition, Sales Recruitment, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Customer Service, Small Business, General Insurance, Employee Benefits, Contract Negotiation, Public Speaking, Workers Compensation
Education
Seattle University School of Law 2004 — 2007
J.D., Law
Bridge Masters, Inc June 2015 - Present
Tower Theatre Foundation January 2013 - March 2015
Dickerson Industries October 2012 - December 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2011 - October 2012
Adventist Medical Center Foundation March 2010 - November 2011
George Fox University June 2009 - March 2010
Fellowship of Christian Athletes August 2001 - March 2009
Big Sky State Games January 1998 - August 2001
Skills
Fundraising, Leadership Development, Team Building, Event Planning, Board of Directors, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Life Insurance, Leadership, Sponsorship, Coaching, Community Outreach, Event Management, Community Development
Education
Montana State University-Billings 1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (BS), Education
Virginia Commonwealth University August 2015 - Present
Virginia Commonwealth University January 2014 - June 2015
Pekin Insurance September 2012 - January 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2012 - August 2012
Farmers Insurance Group October 2008 - September 2011
STEP, Chamizal National Park April 2007 - September 2007
Best Buy 2005 - 2005
Farmers Insurance 2004 - 2005
Hilander 2002 - 2004
Skills
Oracle, Databases, Database Design, SQL, PL/SQL, MySQL, Data Management, Data Warehousing, Database Administration, Project Management, Data Analysis, Customer Service, Claim, Network Administration, Insurance, Liability, Process Scheduler, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Management, PowerPoint, Research
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University 2015 — 2019
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Information Systems
Virginia Commonwealth University 2014 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Information systems
New Mexico State University 2006 — 2008
B. A. Degree, Government & Anthropology2008; International Relations
Rock Valley College 2004 — 2006
Associates Degree, General Studies
COUNTRY ® Financial December 2008 - Present
Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. August 2007 - November 2008
A.G. Edwards October 2001 - August 2007
Skills
Investments, Financial Modeling, Valuation, Financial Analysis, Equities, Investment Management, Investment Sales
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Accounting / Finance
BBSI May 2012 - Present
Columbia Distributing June 2010 - May 2012
Con-way Inc. May 2001 - July 2010
Insurance Overload Staffing February 2001 - May 2001
COUNTRY ® Financial February 2000 - November 2000
State of Oregon December 1998 - February 2000
Farmers Insurance May 1994 - December 1998
Skills
Insurance, Claims Management, Forecasting, Financial Risk, Liability, Risk Management, Claim, Workers Compensation, Commercial Insurance, Employee Benefits, Property, Underwriting
Education
Portland State University 1989 — 1993
BS
COUNTRY Financial May 1980 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2004 - October 2009
COUNTRY ® Financial September 1996 - June 2004
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1974 — 1978
BS Accounting, Accounting
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2011 - Present
Horizon Hobby December 2008 - October 2011
Illinois Farm Bureau August 2005 - December 2008
IAA Credit Union August 2003 - July 2005
Skills
Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Team Building, Program Management, Insurance, Risk Management, Leadership, Sales, Leadership Development, Process Improvement, Management, Marketing, Analysis, Project Management, Team Leadership, Financial Analysis, New Business Development, Budgets, Project Planning, Strategy, Customer Service, Employee Benefits, Training, Negotiation, Change Management, Organizational..., Microsoft Office, Business Strategy, Business Development, Recruiting, Life Insurance
Education
Saint Louis University 1987 — 1991
PhD, Business Administration
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1982 — 1984
MBA
United States Air Force Academy 1971 — 1975
BS, Life Science
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2006 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2006 - February 2009
Skills
Business Strategy, New Business Development, Business Coaching, Coaching Staff, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Property & Casualty...
Education
Northern Illinois University
Wells Fargo July 2014 - May 2015
U.S. Bank April 2013 - May 2014
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage March 1999 - April 2012
IBM Global Process Services December 1998 - April 1999
JCI consulting December 1998 - March 1999
IBM May 1996 - September 1997
COUNTRY ® Financial March 1988 - May 1996
Rosemount Inc March 1987 - March 1988
Skills
COBOL, Easytrieve, DB2, CICS, Endeavor, Syncsort, Abend-Aid, Intertest, SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, JCL, SQL, QMF, SPUFI, Gener/ol, Visual Basic, ISPF, TSO, NDM, FTP, WebSphere MQ, ICETOOL, Fileaid, Expediter, CA7, Doc Aid, Rational Rose 2000, Pac2000, NetMeeting, VSAM, SDLC, Requirements Analysis, CA-Scheduler, Databases, Analysis, Business Requirements, Visio, User Acceptance Testing, Waterfall, Mainframe, Enterprise Architecture, Requirements Gathering, SOA
Education
Normandale Community College 2012 — 2012
Healthcare IT Re-Design Specialist, Healthcare It, A
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1982 — 1986
BS, Computer Science
COUNTRY Financial® April 2011 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2007 - April 2011
Skills
General Insurance, Claim, CPCU, Underwriting, Claims Management
Education
Marylhurst University 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Grand Canyon University 2012 — 2013
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Oregon State University 1995 — 1999
BS, Business/Nutrition
Oregon State University
Certificate in Gerontology
Tech Data July 2000 - Present
Tech Data November 1998 - July 2000
COUNTRY ® Financial December 1992 - May 1998
Property Tax Services Inc July 1990 - December 1992
Skills
Cloud Computing, SaaS, Channel, Professional Services, Enterprise Software, Microsoft CRM, Business Analysis, Solution Selling, Strategic Planning, Storage, CRM, Business Strategy, Team Leadership, Account Management, Program Management, Strategic Partnerships, Vendor Management
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1991 — 1992
BS, Computer Science
Robert Morris College 1990 — 1991
AS, Accounting
State Farm September 2013 - Present
Illinois Wesleyan University August 2009 - May 2013
IWU Portfolio January 2013 - April 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial May 2012 - December 2012
Boeckeler Instruments June 2011 - August 2011
Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords' Tucson Office May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Insurance, Property & Casualty..., SPSS, Commercial Insurance, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Spanish, Outlook, Event Planning, Team Leadership, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Databases, Budgets, Cost Variance Analysis, Business Planning, Microsoft Excel, Financial Accounting, Project Management, Communication, Compliance, Financial Reporting, Financial Research, Teamwork, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Legal Compliance, Public Speaking, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, Morningstar, Supply Management, Investment Strategies, Investment Management, Manufacturing Operations, Econometrics, Budget Setting, Presentations, Business Process..., Cost Control, Critical Thinking, Access, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Facebook, Enterprise Risk...
Education
The American College 2014 — 2015
Chartered Financial Consultant
Illinois Wesleyan University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration (Finance Concentration) and Economics
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2010 - January 2011
Education
Monmouth College 1998 — 2001
B.A., Physical Education
COUNTRY ® Financial November 2005 - Present
MIA Mortgage Insurance Agency September 2004 - May 2005
Dermatology Physicians and Surgeons May 1999 - February 2004
Weisz & Michling Law Firm March 1994 - May 1999
Caremark Physical Therapy, a Division of Baxter April 1989 - March 1994
Skills
Outlook, Microsoft Word, Sales, Leadership, Marketing, Access, Process Improvement, Management, Claim, Training, Microsoft Excel, Credit, Business Ethics, Disaster Recovery, Team Building, Collections
Education
Chicago School of Insurance
W/C, Medical Collections
McHenry County College
General
McHenry High School
St. Francis De Sales - Newark Oh
PM-International AG October 2014 - Present
The Insurance Center May 2010 - January 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial June 2008 - May 2010
Jonak Appraisal Services July 2001 - June 2008
Skills
Series 63, Series 6, Life & Health Insurance..., Real Estate License, Trilingual : German,..., Certified Real Estate..., Property and Casualty..., German, Polish, 401k, Banking, Commercial Insurance, Commercial Lending, Credit, Credit Analysis, Customer Service, Disability Insurance, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Advisory, Financial Planners, Fixed Annuities, Financial Analysis, Foreclosures, Health Insurance, Investment Advisory, Investment Properties, Investment Strategies, Investments, Leadership, Life Insurance, Long-term Care, Marketing, Mortgage Banking, Management, Mortgage Lending, Marketing Strategy, Mutual Funds, New Business Development, Property, Public Relations, Real Estate, Refinance, Retirement, Retirement Planning, Securities, Small Business, Strategic Financial..., Strategic Planning, Term Life Insurance
Education
National-Louis University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Finance
Austria, Economic School 1989 — 1994
Hospitality Administration/Management
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2003 - Present
GEFA PMG November 1999 - October 2002
The Signature Group February 1997 - November 1999
The Signature Group May 1991 - February 1997
The Signature Group November 1984 - May 1991
Skills
Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Fixed Annuities, Insurance, Process Improvement, Term Life Insurance, Long-term Care, Retirement Planning, Finance, Health Insurance, Strategic Financial..., Long Term Care Insurance, Banking, Investments, Whole Life, Mutual Funds, Commercial Insurance, Casualty, Series 6, Universal Life, Retirement, Six Sigma, 401k, Financial Planners, IRAs, Homeowners, Series 63, Underwriting, Umbrella Insurance, Financial Planning
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1978 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Business
Northern Illinois University 1988 — 1991
MBA, Finance
Salem Health March 2014 - Present
Segurame LLC May 2011 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial August 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Finance, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Strategic Financial..., Investments, Salesforce.com..., CRM, MySQL, Derivatives, Equity Derivatives, Sales, Options Strategies, FileMaker, DCF Valuation
Education
Oregon State University 2005 — 2008
Business Administration, Finance
insurance pro agencies rob ruther agency March 2011 - Present
State Farm Insurance June 2005 - February 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2001 - May 2005
Skills
Umbrella, Long Term Care, Property & Casualty..., Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Casualty, Renters, Commercial Lines, General Liability, General Insurance, Professional Liability, Insurance, Home, Term Life Insurance, Workers Compensation, Liability, Condos, Universal Life, Whole Life, RV, D&O, Boat
Education
Northern Illinois University
Exelon August 2014 - Present
COUNTRY Financial® July 2013 - July 2014
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2011 - July 2013
COUNTRY Financial 2006 - 2010
The Pantagraph 2005 - 2006
The Bryan-College Station Eagle 2003 - 2005
Skills
Insurance, Leadership, Project Management, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Program Management, Training, Public Relations, Management, Public Speaking
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1999 — 2002
Bachelor's, Journalism
Rural Mutual Insurance August 2011 - Present
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2006 - July 2011
Nature's Way Tissue June 2004 - October 2006
Education
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Math w/emphasis in Statistics
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2002
Math/Education
Bottom Line Systems, Inc. August 2013 - Present
US Bank November 2009 - June 2012
Afni March 2007 - March 2009
COUNTRY ® Financial July 2006 - March 2007
Cincinnati Bell January 2000 - January 2006
Education
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Accenture August 2013 - Present
Accenture June 2012 - August 2013
COUNTRY ® Financial October 2011 - April 2012
COUNTRY ® Financial April 2003 - October 2011
COUNTRY ® Financial January 2002 - April 2003
COUNTRY ® Financial August 1998 - January 2002
Skills
Workforce Management..., Call Center Supervisor, Billing Call Center..., Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Team Building, Negotiation, Budget, New Business Development, Change Management, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Project Planning, Business Planning, Coaching
Education
North Central College 1983 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
COUNTRY ® Financial February 2011 - Present
Prestige Portraits by Lifetouch May 2009 - February 2011
ProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings April 2008 - April 2009
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Early Childhood Education and Teaching