Patty Beck
Lincoln
Summary
Insurance professional with experience underwriting commercial property and casualty risks. Evaluation of each risk to determine appropriate coverage and placement while maintaining a profitable book of business with a low loss percentage ratio.
Insurance professional with proven track record in evaluating risk and making informed decisions. Demonstrates strong analytical skills, deep industry knowledge, and ability to adapt to changing needs. Known for effective team collaboration and results-driven approach, ensuring reliability and consistency in achieving organizational goals. Expertise in risk assessment, policy development, and client relationship management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Production Underwriter
United Fire Group
Cedar Rapids, IA
03.2016 - Current
- Evaluated applications for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines.
- Supported agents with timely quotes and information about applications and acceptance likelihood.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and offering comprehensive explanations of underwriting decisions.
- Developed strong relationships with brokers, leading to a higher volume of quality submissions.
Commercial Lines Underwriter
United Fire Group
Cedar Rapids, IA
02.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed risk and revenue assessments to sustain company profitability.
- Collected and analyzed relevant data to facilitate informed underwriting decisions.
Commercial Lines Underwriter
Continental Western Group
Lincoln, NE
02.2000 - 02.2014
- Selected and maintained a profitable book of business for assigned territory.
- Offered appropriate coverage for exposures and explained decisions to agents.
- Analyzed financial statements and loss history to assess underwriting decisions.
Education
Associate in Commercial Underwriting - Commercial Underwriting
The Institutes
Malvern, PA01-2003
Associate in General Insurance - General Insurance
The Institutes
Malvern, PA01-2001
Business Administration, Management
University of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE01-1994
Skills
- Client relationship building
- Application review
- Coverage determination
- Sales support
- Policy renewal
- Analyzing data
- Documentation review
Timeline
Regional Production Underwriter
United Fire Group
03.2016 - Current
Commercial Lines Underwriter
United Fire Group
02.2014 - 03.2016
Commercial Lines Underwriter
Continental Western Group
02.2000 - 02.2014
Associate in Commercial Underwriting - Commercial Underwriting
The Institutes
Associate in General Insurance - General Insurance
The Institutes
Business Administration, Management
University of Nebraska