Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Professional Development
References
Activities
Timeline
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Soraya Estava

Morne Du Don

Summary

Dedicated and experienced insurance professional with nine years in the industry, seeking a challenging position as an Insurance Underwriter. Adept at risk assessment, underwriting principles, and client relationship management. Currently pursuing the Barbados Diploma in Insurance with aspirations to attain the Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Conservationist

Sun General Insurance | Consumers’ Guarantee Insurance
2014.11 - Current
  • Foster and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and retention
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their unique needs and provide tailored insurance solutions
  • Conduct regular reviews of existing policies to identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling
  • Monthly conservation reports

Insurance Underwriter

Sun General Insurance | Consumers’ Guarantee Insurance
2014.11 - Current
  • Utilized knowledge of insurance principles, policies and procedures to make decisions on risk assessment.
  • Traveled to various islands to facilitate training programs for staff on new underwriting processes and systems
  • Played a key role in the testing of updated underwriting programs, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
  • Met with customers, agents and brokers to negotiate coverage, price, and service delivery.
  • Studied insurance industry changes, remaining up-to-date with latest trends and protocols.


Insurance Underwriter

Insurance and Business Consultants.
2012.02 - 2014.11


  • Utilized knowledge of insurance principles, policies and procedures to make decisions on risk assessment.
  • Evaluated applications to determine insurance coverage and appropriate risk classifications.
  • Monthly New Business Reports

Sales Clerk

Clear Blue Store
2005.01 - 2012.01


  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Processed payments and returns with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Opened and closed store by balancing cash registers and receipts.
  • Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.

Education

Barbados Diploma in Insurance - Insurance

Insurance Institute of Barbados
Barbados
11.2025

Insurance

INSURANCE INSTITUTE OF ST.LUCIA
St Lucia
01.2016

Caribbean Examination Council Certificate -

Castries Comprehensive Secondary School
01.2001

Skills

  • Risk assessment
  • Underwriting principles
  • Client relationship management
  • Training and development
  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Communication skills

Certification

  • Anti- Money Laundering and Compliance (Workshop) – 2019
  • Beacon Insurance Company Certificate of Participation – 2013 Basic Insurance Practice Training
  • Introduction to Using Technology to Manage Property (Motor) Claims, 2022
  • Introduction to Cyber Risk and Cyber Insurance, 2022
  • Clauses - Commercial Fire and Perils Insurance
  • Webinar, 2022
  • Clauses Part 2 - Commercial Fire and Perils Insurance
  • Webinar, 2022
  • Kevin Mitnick Security Awareness Training, 2022

Professional Development

Pursuing Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation.

References

  • Mrs. Precious Lubin, Senior Accountant, Guyana & Trinidad Mutual Insurance Ltd, (w) 758-458-6300, (c) 758-715-7907
  • Ms. Frances Stanislas, Quantity Surveyor, Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Physical Planning, Natural Resources and Co-operatives, (w) 758-468-4428, (c) 758-519-3232

Activities

I am passionate about various creative pursuits, my hobbies include crafts, particularly the art of decoupage. Beyond the creative aspects I enjoy podcasting, sharing stories and  insights and explore diverse topics. Additionally,  I embrace travelling as a hobby, finding inspiration and broadening my perspective  through exploration  of new cultures and destinations.

Timeline

Business Conservationist

Sun General Insurance | Consumers’ Guarantee Insurance
2014.11 - Current

Insurance Underwriter

Sun General Insurance | Consumers’ Guarantee Insurance
2014.11 - Current

Insurance Underwriter

Insurance and Business Consultants.
2012.02 - 2014.11

Sales Clerk

Clear Blue Store
2005.01 - 2012.01

Barbados Diploma in Insurance - Insurance

Insurance Institute of Barbados

Insurance

INSURANCE INSTITUTE OF ST.LUCIA

Caribbean Examination Council Certificate -

Castries Comprehensive Secondary School
  • Anti- Money Laundering and Compliance (Workshop) – 2019
  • Beacon Insurance Company Certificate of Participation – 2013 Basic Insurance Practice Training
  • Introduction to Using Technology to Manage Property (Motor) Claims, 2022
  • Introduction to Cyber Risk and Cyber Insurance, 2022
  • Clauses - Commercial Fire and Perils Insurance
  • Webinar, 2022
  • Clauses Part 2 - Commercial Fire and Perils Insurance
  • Webinar, 2022
  • Kevin Mitnick Security Awareness Training, 2022
Soraya Estava