Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
VCare Team
Product Development
Accomplishments
Portfolio
Transportation
Timeline
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Sumeet Punjabi

Sumeet Punjabi

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Driven visionary with knack for strategic planning and leadership. Combines exceptional communication skills with talent for problem-solving. Poised to drive growth and innovation in business head role.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Head of Business & Placements

M/s. Star Insurance Services
Dubai, UAE
10.2023 - Current
  • Directed sales team activities for optimal results.
  • Inspired employees to achieve their best performances through effective leadership and motivation tactics.
  • Spearheaded change management initiatives, leading to enhanced operational effectiveness.
  • Launched new product lines successfully into competitive markets.
  • Led strategic planning sessions to align team with business goals.

Assistant Vice President

Orient Insurance Company
Dubai, UAE
04.2019 - 05.2023
  • Successfully negotiated contracts with Underwriters, Brokers and Direct Clients to close.
  • Created robust risk management frameworks, minimising potential threats to the business operations.
  • Enhanced communication flow for improved team efficiency by implementing regular team meetings.
  • Was known as the Best Deal Closure, Orient ever had.

Division Chief

Noble Insurance Brokers
Dubai, UAE
03.2018 - 04.2019
  • Negotiated Quotations with Insurance Companies and clients.
  • Joined in as No.7 & finished it at the highest i.e. at No. 1

Sr. BDM

Takaful Emarat Insurance
Dubai, UAE
02.2016 - 03.2018
  • Implemented innovative marketing strategies, elevated brand visibility.
  • Created detailed business plans to achieve organizational objectives.
  • Fostered customer loyalty with exceptional account management.
  • Built strong team dynamics for optimal performance levels.

Corporate Accounts Manager - All Risk

Links Insurance Brokers
Dubai, UAE
10.2013 - 01.2016
  • Implemented new billing system, drastically reduced late payments from clients.
  • Reviewed and corrected account discrepancies for improved financial reporting.
  • Fostered a culture of transparency with open communication channels in the team.
  • Prepared detailed financial forecasts, improved business strategy planning.
  • Won multiple Bids with big names to close.


Branch Manager - Underwriter & Business Head

M/s. Rak Insurance
Dubai, UAE
05.2010 - 09.2013
  • Streamlined business processes to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Reviewed and Analysed sales data to identify growth opportunities.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for increased customer satisfaction, made the Broker Unit and Direct Sales Unit.
  • Pioneered in re-structuring and re-branding, boosting brand visibility which led to higher market share.

Manager - All Risk

Star Insurance Services
Sharjah, UAE
12.2007 - 04.2010
  • Led performance reviews, identified areas for improvement.
  • Streamlined communication channels, enhanced internal information flow. Organised work flow.
  • Enforced server and email system for all, before it was access to heads only.

Assistant Manager - Underwriting

Salama Insurance Company
Dubai, UAE
05.2007 - 11.2007
  • To issue quotes/ pricing for all channels
  • Coordinated with management on operational issues providing solutions for better efficiency.
  • Assured policies are as per Treaty with RI.
  • Checked the performance of each department and managed accordingly.

Senior Insurance Officer

Al Ittihad Al Watani Insurance Company
Dubai, UAE
04.2002 - 04.2007
  • 1 Man show for Underwriting, Endorsements and Claims.
  • Use to approve claims for each and every person in double shift.
  • Managed high-value accounts diligently to ensure client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Enhanced claim processing speed by implementing more efficient systems.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

University of Mumbai
Mumbai
04.2000 - 04.2001

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Resourcefulness
  • Social media marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Strategic planning
  • Team building
  • Communication skills
  • Public speaking

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Affiliations

Hiking & Conquering New Summits

VCare Team

A Team of 8 members completely hand-picked by me.


Product Development

Pioneer in making New Products as per market needs.

Accomplishments

First-Aid & CPR & Rescue Course

Mountaineer & Professional Trainer for Hikers

Known to take CEO's & High Network Team to Weekends Hikes

Portfolio

More than a mid-size broker in Dubai

Transportation

Driving License: Yes

Personal Driver: Yes

Timeline

Head of Business & Placements

M/s. Star Insurance Services
10.2023 - Current

Assistant Vice President

Orient Insurance Company
04.2019 - 05.2023

Division Chief

Noble Insurance Brokers
03.2018 - 04.2019

Sr. BDM

Takaful Emarat Insurance
02.2016 - 03.2018

Corporate Accounts Manager - All Risk

Links Insurance Brokers
10.2013 - 01.2016

Branch Manager - Underwriter & Business Head

M/s. Rak Insurance
05.2010 - 09.2013

Manager - All Risk

Star Insurance Services
12.2007 - 04.2010

Assistant Manager - Underwriting

Salama Insurance Company
05.2007 - 11.2007

Senior Insurance Officer

Al Ittihad Al Watani Insurance Company
04.2002 - 04.2007

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

University of Mumbai
04.2000 - 04.2001
Sumeet Punjabi