John Kohler
Fairbanks
Summary
Accomplished leader with a proven track record at Rural Alaska Insurance and HUB International Insurance Services, enhancing revenue through strategic sales initiatives and exceptional communication. Expert in audience engagement and on-camera presentation, demonstrated during tenure as TV Weatherman/Evening News Anchor. Has worked inside a non-profit structure in many different boards and capacities. Expert at planning and executing various special events in Alaska.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
TV Weatherman/Evening News Anchor
KPVM-TV Channel 25
7 2020 - 1 2023
- Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage
- Anchored popular broadcast segment with good ratings and audience engagement
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
Vice President of Sales
HUB International Insurance Services
2017.10 - 2020.01
- Managed a blended office of 3 agencies acquired by HUB International following sale of my agency- Rural Alaska Insurance
- Increased revenue by implementing effective sales strategies in sales cycle process from prospecting leads through close
- Fostered performance development of staff through ongoing coaching and mentoring on best practices
- Had average employee tenure of 14 years while still adding new agents started from scratch while retiring several senior partners.
President
Rural Alaska Insurance Agency
1989.01 - 2017.10
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols
- Developed and implemented comprehensive risk management programs to mitigate potential liabilities
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events
- Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Speech/Communication -
University of Alaska, Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK 1984.09 - 1989.05
Skills
In-Depth Research
Timeline
Vice President of Sales
HUB International Insurance Services
2017.10 - 2020.01
President
Rural Alaska Insurance Agency
1989.01 - 2017.10
Bachelor of Arts Speech/Communication -
University of Alaska, Fairbanks
1984.09 - 1989.05
TV Weatherman/Evening News Anchor
KPVM-TV Channel 25
7 2020 - 1 2023
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