Eric Smith Email & Phone Number

Florence, MT, US

Missoula, Montana, United States

• I oversee every aspect of agency operations, focusing on stabilizing and expanding a $2.5 million book of business across personal, commercial, and life insurance lines. I build and manage a cohesive team of customer.
• I achieved the “Prime” Agency ranking by meeting or exceeding company metrics for production and profitability.
• My efforts have stabilized a declining agency by improving client retention and strengthening customer relationships.
• I have recruited, trained, and mentored a capable team to consistently exceed business objectives. Show less

Nashville Metropolitan Area

• I led and worked with a large collaborative group consisting of recruiters, onboarding consultants, and sales coaches to execute end-to-end talent acquisition strategies. My responsibilities included overseeing daily.
• My team and I expanded Farmers’ distribution footprint by onboarding over 200 new agency owners and generating substantial increases in premium revenue growth.
• Recognized as a Top Tier Director of Recruiting in 2022 for exceptional contributions to organizational growth.
• I developed innovative recruitment processes that leveraged data analytics to optimize candidate sourcing and engagement.
• My focus on team development created a collaborative, high-performing culture within the recruiting division.
• I mentored team members, preparing them for next-level leadership roles while aligning talent strategies with broader organizational objectives. Show less

Tennessee

• I managed a $185 million sales operation, overseeing a team of 200 agents and 10 direct reports. My role focused on increasing top-line revenue through strategic planning, agent development, and market expansion.
• My initiatives increased agent performance and production by 12%, supported by revamped communication and accountability frameworks.
• I designed a five-year… Show more I managed a $185 million sales operation, overseeing a team of 200 agents and 10 direct reports. My role focused on increasing top-line revenue through strategic planning, agent.
• I designed a five-year footprint strategy that optimized agency placement, significantly improving market coverage.
• My leadership efforts strengthened agent engagement, improved retention, and resolved operational inefficiencies.
• I spearheaded the formation of cross-functional teams comprising sales, product, underwriting, and claims staff, resulting in 14% sales growth following the launch of a new product.

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

• I directed the recruitment, onboarding, and operational success of new agents across two states, focusing on achieving underwriting quality metrics, long-term agent sustainability, and overall territory profitability..
• I achieved 94% of new storefronts with the highest underwriting quality and supported 100% of District Managers… Show more I directed the recruitment, onboarding, and operational success of new agents across two.
• I achieved 94% of new storefronts with the highest underwriting quality and supported 100% of District Managers in attaining top underwriting scores.
• My efforts led to robust territory growth and profitability through effective onboarding processes and comprehensive agent support.
• I cultivated a culture of resilience and adaptability, particularly during significant organizational restructuring.
• My strategies established long-term success metrics, ensuring agent investments aligned with the company's business objectives. Show less

Nashville Metropolitan Area

• I collaborated with 13 District Managers to recruit and onboard new storefront agents across a three-state region. My focus was on implementing strategies to expand the agency footprint while increasing agent success.
• My team delivered a 165% growth plan in 2015, achieving the largest net gain of storefronts in the company’s history.
• I coordinated… Show more I collaborated with 13 District Managers to recruit and onboard new storefront agents across a three-state region. My focus was on implementing strategies to expand the agency footprint while.
• I coordinated recruitment and onboarding strategies that drove substantial territory expansion and agent growth.
• My initiatives consistently surpassed agent appointment and distribution goals year after year.
• I directed contract negotiations and facilitated new market entries, optimizing agency placement for maximum impact.

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

• I managed sales operations for life and financial services products in Tennessee, driving growth through strategic planning and effective sales execution. My focus was on exceeding premium targets, enhancing market.
• I surpassed annual sales goals by achieving more than 124% of plan for both 2011 and 2012, thanks to tailored growth strategies.
• My targeted sales initiatives and relationship-building efforts increased gross written… Show more I managed sales operations for life and financial services products in Tennessee, driving growth through strategic.
• My targeted sales initiatives and relationship-building efforts increased gross written premium by 16% year-over-year in 2012.
• I earned top production honors, including the President’s Colors Award for both 2011 and 2012, as well as recognition as the top new sales manager in 2012. Show less

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

• I oversaw the growth and profitability of personal lines auto and fire insurance products across Tennessee. I directed statewide marketing strategies and worked closely with field sales teams to expand market share and.
• My co-op advertising initiative resulted in 75% participation from independent contractors, significantly increasing product visibility and customer engagement.
• I maximized market share for auto and fire insurance by collaborating with product… Show more I oversaw the growth and profitability of personal lines auto and fire insurance products across Tennessee. I directed.
• I maximized market share for auto and fire insurance by collaborating with product management teams to conduct zip-code-based rating analysis.
• I earned the company’s top production award for auto insurance new business by executing aggressive marketing strategies and optimizing the alignment of the sales force. Show less