John Barley Email & Phone Number

Auckland, New Zealand

Due to closure of Barley Insurances Limited (as it has been sold) I am now looking for new opportunities in the industry . RiteTrack NZ Limited is a company created to provide information and assistance/guidance to business owners on how to be resilient and thus preventing loss in their business and of their business. With 40 plus years of experience in the insurance industry including 19 years owning my own broking house with my wife Suzanne there is a comprehensive library of cases and… Show more Due to closure of Barley Insurances Limited (as it has been sold) I am now looking for new opportunities in the industry . RiteTrack NZ Limited is a company created to provide information and assistance/guidance to business owners on how to be resilient and thus preventing loss in their business and of their business. With 40 plus years of experience in the insurance industry including 19 years owning my own broking house with my wife Suzanne there is a comprehensive library of cases and situations that can be drawn upon to provide comprehensive guidance Show less

Auckland

RiteTrack NZ Limited provides specialised risk services. RiteTrack is pioneering a collaborative approach to providing businesses with organisational health products and services, provided by a range of strategic partners and specialists in their field. We help find the leaks in business resources and revenue and guide the business owner to repair the pipeline . Reduce the pressure on the business and people but increase bottom line results of the business by 30-40% per month.

Auckland, New Zealand

John is a USANA Independent Distributor and through Key 2 Health is available to provide these No. 1 independently ranked nutritional supplements, diet and skin care lines. All are free of preservatives, additives and harmful substances. John is a keen advocate of preventative health.

Auckland

In 1998 I established Barley Insurances Ltd. Starting with a zero client base, over the last 19 years we had grown the business to in excess of 1000 clients covering a range of industries and niche products. I personally developed our exclusive 4WD off-road motor vehicle wording which is recognised within the 4WD fraternity. Other niche products include a classic car Insurance programme insuring cars being driven in Europe, Russia, Australia, Asia and the USA. In addition we… Show more In 1998 I established Barley Insurances Ltd. Starting with a zero client base, over the last 19 years we had grown the business to in excess of 1000 clients covering a range of industries and niche products. I personally developed our exclusive 4WD off-road motor vehicle wording which is recognised within the 4WD fraternity. Other niche products include a classic car Insurance programme insuring cars being driven in Europe, Russia, Australia, Asia and the USA. In addition we also specialised in• Marine Cargo Insurance • Liabilities - Professional Indemnity, Directors and Officers Liability, Cyber Crime and IT Liability. Our client base included:• Charitable trusts (including a number of household names )• SMEs• Private individuals• Motoring clubs• Larger international organisations.During this time our staff had grown and we moved quickly from a home office situation to the purchase of our own premises.In 2012 we created our RiteTrack sister service (registered as RiteTrack NZ Limited) which looks at preventing accidents and losses within the work place. This complementary service ran in tandem with Barley Insurances to assist our clients in preventing losses from occurring within their businesses and thus making them more resilient to the ever increasing pressures of change and demand. We created videos and written material to support the progress of the business. Achievements• Growing a business which is recognized by many in the industry as being a niche provider with a great reputation for claims service and lateral thinking.• Creating an awesome in-house team providing quality service. We have a loyal and service orientated staff and enjoy excellent staff retention.• President of the IBANZ Auckland Branch for 5 years.• Competency in public speaking to large groups.• Author of articles in magazines such as ‘Classic Driver’, Transport magazines, business magazines on issues relating to insurance and organisational health. Show less

Auckland

John commenced with Hogg Robinson ion 1985 as the Marine Cargo Broker. Duties included:• Handling premium input.• Processing of client claims.• Preparation of statistics and bordereaux.• Obtaining and collecting recoveries from negligent carriers (approximately $80,750 recovered in previously considered unattainable settlements and recovery fees during an 18 month period).• Assisted in the setting up and design of a customised computer programme.• Promotion of… Show more John commenced with Hogg Robinson ion 1985 as the Marine Cargo Broker. Duties included:• Handling premium input.• Processing of client claims.• Preparation of statistics and bordereaux.• Obtaining and collecting recoveries from negligent carriers (approximately $80,750 recovered in previously considered unattainable settlements and recovery fees during an 18 month period).• Assisted in the setting up and design of a customised computer programme.• Promotion of the company's services to various business associations.• Promotion of the company's broking services and securing of new business.In 1986 Hogg Robinson was bought out by Bain Dawes and following a further merger became Bain Clarkson Limited. In recognition of John's success in the claims recovery area he was appointed Claims Superintendent Northern Region with full responsibility for processing of claims. Duties included:• Recommendation, design and implementation of a more efficient and streamlined claims processing system.• Handling of customer queries.• Liaising with insurance companies, clients, assessors and third parties with regard to payment of claims.• Negotiation of ex gratia claims.In 1991, following a management buy out and restructuring, John was appointed Broker. Then in early 1992 was appointed Account Executive, Small Business Unit. The Small Business Unit dealt primarily with small businesses and private individuals. Duties included:• Developing existing accounts and securing new business.• Placing business with insurance companies and negotiating the most beneficial policy terms and premiums.• Handling claims.• Processing renewals.In 1996, following an internal restructure of the workflow, John took on full profit centre responsibility for a unit which comprised a greater mix of commercial business and encompassing, budgeting, setting of sales targets, new business development and servicing of existing clients. Show less

London, United Kingdom

In this role John dealt with clients within the United Kingdom, closing and calculating premiums, and preparing and rewriting marine cargo wordings. He also dealt with yacht insurance covers and premiums.

London, United Kingdom

Johns duties were similar to those below with additional responsibility for:• Can Am (Canadian and American) binder covers.• 2IC whilst the Manager was absent.• Closing and calculation of premiums as well as preparing quotation slips for premiums.• Preparation of insurance certificates.• Corresponding with Canadian, American, Australian and Auckland based Reed Stenhouse offices on such matters as kiwifruit and petrochemical products.

London, United Kingdom

Duties :• Preparation of marine cargo placing slips.• Preparation of wordings, which were subsequently presented to underwriters by brokers.• Handling of marine cargo enquiries.• Preparing premiums and insurance certificates.• Liaising with the clients and insurers.

Auckland, New Zealand

In this role John gained experience in fire and general insurance and clerical duties.

Auckland, New Zealand

John commenced his career in insurance in 1976 as the youngest Life Agent for T&G in New Zealand at that time. In the final two months of his tenure he attained the position of Top Producer for the Auckland region.

Diploma In Business Mgt Studies (Ins), Diploma In Marketing Massey University, Insurance, Can Quite Remember

Activities and Societies: Sunbeam Car Club of New Zealand , St Kentigern Old Boys Committee (no longer a member) USANA Associate

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