Women Leaders
ANNIE HANNA ENGEL, JD;
JESSICA ENTWISTLE,
Agency: Howard Hanna Insurance Services Location: Pittsburgh, PA Job title: President and COO Years in the industry: 21
Agency: Liberty Insurance Agency Location: Pittsburgh, PA Job title: Personal Insurance Department Manager Years in the industry: 8
How would you describe your leadership style?
How would you describe your leadership style?
Being a communicative, motivational, and vision-driven leader is what I hope to achieve – but any leader has many characteristics if they are going to be agile in a marketplace and workplace. While enterprise strategy is key, a team needs to understand the vision, goals, and paths to reach this. I believe that leadership needs to occur at every level: if a team member knows and carries the message (the mission and understanding of what is to be achieved), a hybrid group of company leaders will exist.
I believe in servant leadership with an emphasis on individualized growth, an information-sharing positive environment, and a culture of celebrating success.
LL.M. INSURANCE LAW
PLCS, CLCS, CPIA
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? I am always proud of agency recognitions for both professional and community service accomplishments. This shows the continuity and strength of purpose – and that we are indeed working toward a common goal. What words of wisdom would you offer young women just beginning their insurance career? Really evaluate every opportunity offered to you – and take them. Your career will not be a straight path, and challenges and opportunities will enrich who you are. If you are offered a carrier advisory panel role, take it. Engage in your local and national organizations, continue with designations, ask questions, find a mentor, be a mentor. This will all enrich your career.
What professional accomplishment are you most proud of? Recruiting my sister into the industry and watching her flourish is my greatest accomplishment to date. I am proud of many solo achievements since entering insurance, and yet, my ability to open doors to those who want a challenging, rewarding career in a thriving industry brings me the most pride. What words of wisdom would you offer young women just beginning their insurance career? Stop doubting yourself and use your voice. Our industry thrives on diverse perspectives and new ideas. Bring your life experiences to work and leverage them to make an impact. There is room for you here. Your ideas are valuable. I can’t wait to meet you and see all the amazing things you will do!
I never expected that working for a Senator on healthcare in 1993 would provide me with a reference point 30 years later – and I certainly didn’t expect that working at a law school and teaching insurance law would lead me to where I am now – and yet every opportunity has created the next. IABforME.com |
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