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Developed a platform that enables the Independent Agency to compete with the marketing efforts of GEICO, Esurance, USAA, Progressive Direct, etc. by transitioning the current independent Agency structure to a more efficient/cost effective Platform. The IB Platform will allow clients of multiple distribution points to compare pricing and communicate.

Boca Raton, FL

• Developed a commercial auto program for the association underwritten by Allstate generating over $10,000,000 million in premium.
• Developed and implemented an affinity marketing program for commercial coverages for small construction firms within a national organization comprised of more than 20,000 members.
• Provided programming through an independent relationship with Allstate Insurance to more than 12,000 agents nationwide.

Boca Raton, FL

• Acquired DORAN & CO. INSURANCE in 1996; renamed, owned and operated agency in Boca Raton, Florida offering coverages in personal lines, small commercial packages, and worker’s compensation.
• Developed an equine program in conjunction with a Nationally-recognized Judge focusing on Hunter and Jumpers, generating over $2,000,000 in annual premium and $200,000 in annual commissions – sold program to MARKEL.
• Established FIRSTATE of Puerto Rico in 2001; creating, developing and implementing Extended Warranty coverage for auto dealers in Puerto Rico and Southeastern United States. Developed underwriting; sales & marketing.
• Signed 30+ automobile dealers to the program, generating revenues in excess of $100,000 per month.

Old Forge, NY/ Boca Raton, FL

• Developed and expanded Independent Agency and Real Estate Agency. Coverages offered personal lines, commercial packages and unique programs for exposures such as ski areas, snowmobile trails.
• Created and managed numerous niche property and casualty programs covering such things as: shooting ranges, school bus lines, CATERPILLAR franchisors, Maids franchisors, commercial laundries, etc.
• Companies represented included The Hartford, Travelers, Utica Mutual, Kemper, New York Casualty etc.
• Sold the Agency to THE LAWRENCE GROUP and stayed on as Vice President of Marketing involving over 300 national producers.
• Developed alternate funded health plans marketed as Southeast Health Plan for employers such as Palm Beach Fire Rescue 800+ lives and Palm Beach Clerk’s Office 400+ lives.