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Brandy Horn

Warsaw

Summary

Detail-oriented administrative professional with strong office management expertise. Proven ability to plan, solve problems, and adapt to changing demands while maintaining high-quality standards. Skilled at working independently, managing multiple priorities, and meeting tight deadlines without compromising efficiency or accuracy.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative and Insurance Producer

Creative Benefit Solutions
Warsaw
10.2013 - Current
  • Provided administrative support to the co-owners of Creative Benefit Solutions, including scheduling meetings and handling customer service calls.
  • Communicated with insurance carriers to manage group health coverage, secure competitive quotes, and address billing inquiries.
  • Maintained secure and accurate client files, encrypted sensitive information, and ensured data protection.
  • Managed processes for adding and terminating client coverage for health, life, dental, and disability insurance plans.
  • Coordinated new account paperwork and enrollment tool development with Colonial Life.
  • Scheduled employee enrollment meetings for Core and Colonial voluntary benefits.

Accomplishments:

January 2022 - Award received - Sales Rep of the Year - Public Sector.

July 2022 – Invited by Colonial to join the National Enrollment Team.

Licensed Insurance Producer

State Farm, Todd Reid
Columbia City
10.2011 - 10.2013
  • Licensed in Life, Health, Property, and Casualty insurance with the State of Indiana from November 2011 to March 2016.
  • Completed home, auto, life, and health insurance quotes and explained coverage options to customers and prospects.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in person, over the phone, and via email by addressing policy discounts, vehicle changes, payments, and billing inquiries.
  • Managed daily deposits, completed final deposits, and performed monthly reconciliations.

Branch Office Administrator

Edward Jones
Huntington
08.2010 - 10.2011
  • Communicated with the financial advisor, managed calendars and activities, prepared for appointments, and updated client portfolios.
  • Handled calls and walk-ins, set and confirmed appointments, and maintained office record-keeping through scanning, filing, and bill payments.
  • Processed administrative tasks such as opening and closing accounts, trades, securities, mutual funds, insurance, pensions, and account transfers.
  • Provided customer service, including stop payments, online account access support, answering questions about account statements, and providing market and quote information.
  • Supported business development by processing marketing mailings, making follow-up calls, and planning and coordinating events and seminars.

Owner

Color Me Tan
Columbia City
12.1999 - 08.2017
  • Owned and operated a tanning salon, overseeing all aspects of business management, including financial, administrative, and operational functions.
  • Proficiently handled accounting and bookkeeping tasks using QuickBooks, preparing profit and loss statements, balance sheets, budgets, accounts payable, and payroll processing to ensure financial stability.
  • Worked closely with professional and government agencies, such as accountants, lending institutions, the Department of Revenue, and Workforce Development, to maintain compliance and foster business growth.
  • Managed day-to-day operations, including staff scheduling, inventory, and customer service, ensuring exceptional service, and a welcoming environment for clients.
  • Demonstrated strategic leadership by planning and implementing business initiatives to boost revenue and sustain long-term success.

Administrative Assistant

STAR Financial Bank
Marion
04.1996 - 12.1999
  • Analyzed corporate account activity to establish account standards and fees for commercial clients.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service through frequent interactions with commercial customers.
  • Configured and implemented STAR Financial Bank’s safe deposit billing and tracking software.
  • Managed departmental timesheets to ensure accurate payroll processing.
  • Prepared confidential employee evaluations for department managers and staff.

Education

Office Administration

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
01-2010

Professional Fitness Program

Professional Career Development Institute
01-2005

Frankton High School
Frankton, IN
01-1994

Skills

  • Computer proficiency: Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Windows, and QuickBooks
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Strong customer relations skills
  • Data entry
  • Executive support
  • Sales proficiency
  • Financial planning
  • Client assessment
  • Cold calling

Certification

  • Licensed through State of Indiana: Property, Casualty, Life, and Health
  • Non-Resident License for Michigan and Ohio

Timeline

Administrative and Insurance Producer

Creative Benefit Solutions
10.2013 - Current

Licensed Insurance Producer

State Farm, Todd Reid
10.2011 - 10.2013

Branch Office Administrator

Edward Jones
08.2010 - 10.2011

Owner

Color Me Tan
12.1999 - 08.2017

Administrative Assistant

STAR Financial Bank
04.1996 - 12.1999

Office Administration

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Professional Fitness Program

Professional Career Development Institute

Frankton High School
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