Neckerman is Hiring!

Summary of Position

We are currently seeking an ambitious, self-starter who is detail oriented to add to our Commercial Lines department. This is an entry-level position whose primary focus will be providing department and agency support by processing third party requests for our customer’s insurance information, corresponding with customers and insurance carriers on a variety of miscellaneous issues, and providing general assistance to Commercial Account Managers. To perform all the duties of this position, the Assistant Account Manager must eventually earn a Property and Casualty Insurance License. The Commercial Lines Assistant Account Manager is an integral link in the business relationship that is created by our agency, our clients, our companies.

As a Neckerman Insurance employee, you will be part of a growing and stable organization that provides career path development opportunities while serving a growing and profitable market. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as a positive and success-driven, professional working environment.

Essential Functions

• Participate in basic client services such as issuing certificates of insurance, evidence of property coverage and auto ID cards.
• Assist account managers and sales team with policy administration, renewal preparation and preparing proposals.
• Process various documents such as policies, audits, cancellations, and reinstatements.
• Follow-up with insurance carriers on policy endorsements and renewals.
• Processing vehicle and additional interest policy change requests.
• Send renewal emails to Commercial Lines clients 90 days prior to renewal.
• Claim follow-ups with clients.
• Maintain client information in the agency management system and update reports.
• Serve as backup for the reception desk.
• Perform other tasks or projects as needed/assigned by agency management.

Qualifications

• Insurance experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and self-manage workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and ability to learn new databases and systems quickly.
• Enthusiastic, professional and organized.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other team members, insurance carrier representatives, and customers
• College degree.

Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Profit sharing 401(k) plan
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Flexible benefit plan
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Continuing education and license reimbursement

If interested in this position, please send your resume and cover letter to Megan Wencel at mwencel@neckerman.com.

Jennifer Vanderlip Promoted to Senior Private Client Risk Executive

Jennifer Vanderlip was recently promoted to Senior Private Client Risk Executive at M3 Insurance. Specializing in property and casualty insurance for individuals, her primary role is to place insurance products and counsel existing clients in the areas of property, liability, auto, and umbrella coverage. Jennifer designs solutions for clients and provides ongoing consultation ensuring that their coverage continues to keep pace as their needs evolve.

Jennifer joined M3 in 2012, bringing with her over 11 years of industry experience. She has a strong knowledge base and understanding of clients’ needs and expectations. Her expertise with high net worth clients has helped the Personal Lines division of M3 continue to grow and expand its coverage offerings.

Jennifer holds property and casualty, health, and life licenses in the State of Wisconsin. She holds non-resident property and casualty licenses in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, and Florida. She has also obtained her Certified Personal Risk Manager (CPRM) designation, and is one of only 32 professionals who hold this designation nationwide.

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About M3

M3 Insurance offers insight, advice and strategies to help clients manage risk, purchase insurance and provide employee benefits. We are committed to being experts in both the products we represent and the industries we serve. Our people advance M3’s competitive advantage in the marketplace, and our focus on community builds better places to live and work. M3 is consistently ranked a top 100 broker in America.

MSCR Executive Director to Retire

June 19, 2017

For Immediate Release

Contact: Nicole Graper at ngraper@madison.k12.wi.us or 608-204-3017 or Sharon Neylon atsneylon@madison.k12.wi.us or 608-204-3036

MSCR Executive Director to Retire

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) Executive Director Lucy Chaffin is retiring on Friday, June 23 after 21 years of service. MSCR, a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District, offers a variety of recreation programs for all ages at more than 150 locations.

During her tenure, Chaffin lead the department from 34,000 annual enrollments to more than 117,000. She has worked to implement these initiatives and accomplishments:

• Moved MSCR offices to MSCR Hoyt Building on Regent Street – establishing a multi-facet recreation facility.
• Launched MSCR Community Learning Centers, securing more than $15 million in grants, that are used for afterschool learning & enrichment in Madison schools.
• Established Middle School Youth Resource Centers, High School
  ​Intramural Sports Leagues and other programs.
• Oversaw the opening of these recreation facilities — MSCR Odana, MSCR Allied Learning Center, MSCR East, MSCR Meadowood, Warner Park Community Recreation Center and the Elements Welcome Center at the Kennedy School Forest.
• Developed the non-profit Friends of MSCR that sustains the work of MSCR with over $300,000 in grants to MSCR projects and programs annually.
• Rolled out FIT2GO van, a mobile community fitness program.

Chaffin has nearly 40 years experience as a recreation and park professional working in the states of Oregon, Alaska, and Iowa before coming to Madison.

According to Phillip Duffy, President, Friends of MSCR Board, “Lucy’s leadership has been instrumental to the success of the Friends’ ability to raise money and provide grants we have supported over the past thirteen years. Lucy initiated the Friends of MSCR which has provided thousands of dollars to support community recreation and services.”

MSCR, a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District, is Madison’s public recreation resource serving the community since 1926. Programs include adventure, arts & enrichment, camps, childcare, fitness, sports, swimming, afterschool and more.  Please go to www.mscr.org or call 608-204-3000 for more information.

Natalie Droessler Named New Client Services Director for ITS Compliance, Inc.

Experience in Management and Software Leads to New Role for Wisconsin Native

Madison, WI – Growth is a regular occurrence at ITS Compliance, Inc (ITS). That said, it is not without care, measure, and control. A part of that is the recent addition of a new staff member.

ITS recently added Natalie Droessler to their team as the new Director of Client Services.

“I am pleased to announce the addition of Natalie Droessler.  Natalie’s role as Director of Client Services is to help move us forward by organizing our processes, infrastructure, and people so that Client Services runs efficiently and delivers high value solutions to our clients,” said Kim Brunner, VP of Client Services.

In addition to being the direct supervisor of the Client Services department managers, Natalie will be facilitating the creation and implementation of best business practices that promote the long-term vision of ITS Compliance, Inc.
“Natalie’s career, to date, has included 13 years working with software with 10 years in management.  She has experience managing fast growth within a company – which will be immensely helpful as we navigate through and out of some of the challenges we face today,” added Kim Brunner.

Natalie also brings experience and skills in the areas of project management, data analysis, database management, customer relations, and strategic planning.

She was born in Wisconsin and lives on a farm near Black Earth.  She and her family (husband and 2 kids) raise chickens.  She loves Madison and likes to run and participate in triathlons.

ITS is pleased to welcome Natalie to the team.
 

About ITS Compliance
ITS Compliance, Inc. – headquartered in Madison, WI – provides outsourced compliance services to owners and operators of truck fleets. The company’s cloud-based solutions address the fuel tax reporting, safety services, and asset management needs of its customers. For over 30 years, ITS Compliance has helped private fleets, for-hire carriers, and third party logistics companies comply with federal, state, and local regulations to reduce costs and mitigate risks.
 
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AM Solutions Hires New Account Executive

AM Solutions announced today the addition of Brian Conkle to their expanding sales team as an Account Executive.  Brian brings an extensive sales and customer service experience to the company.  Having previously worked for PG Display as a Sales Manager, Kelvyn Press as an Account Manager and Daily Herald Media Group as a Territory Account Manager, Brian has been assessing customer needs while providing print and marketing solutions for a variety of customers from multiple Fortune 500 companies and regional organizations to local clients.

“I’m very excited about the addition of Brian to our sales team.” States Fred Schulze, VP of Sales and Customer Care. “His professionalism, excellent communication skills and strong commitment to customer care will certainly benefit our customers.”