Courtney Van Haaften, AI Ns, API
About Courtney Van Haaften, AI Ns, API
Courtney Van Haaften is a Commercial Lines Underwriter at Auto-Owners Insurance, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Buena Vista University and has a diverse background in underwriting, public relations, and marketing.
Current Role as Commercial Lines Underwriter
Courtney Van Haaften currently serves as a Commercial Lines Underwriter at Auto-Owners Insurance. She has held this position since 2019, working in the West Des Moines, Iowa office. In her role, she is responsible for assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage for commercial insurance policies. Her experience in underwriting allows her to evaluate complex insurance needs and provide tailored solutions to clients.
Previous Experience at Auto-Owners Insurance
Before her current role, Courtney worked at Auto-Owners Insurance as a Personal Lines Underwriter from 2017 to 2019. During her time in this position, she focused on evaluating personal insurance applications and determining coverage options for clients. This experience laid the foundation for her transition to commercial lines underwriting.
Educational Background at Buena Vista University
Courtney Van Haaften earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Buena Vista University, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in communication and critical thinking, skills that are essential in her current role in the insurance industry.
Internship Experience in Public Relations and Marketing
Courtney gained valuable experience through internships during her studies. She worked as a Public Relations Intern for the Minnesota Vikings Football, LLC in 2013 for four months, where she assisted with communication strategies. Additionally, she served as a Marketing Intern at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in 2014 for one month, contributing to marketing initiatives.
Diverse Work History in Communications and Customer Service
Courtney has held various positions that have enhanced her communication skills. She worked as a Communications Assistant for the City of Storm Lake from 2014 to 2015 and as an Academic Assistant at Buena Vista University from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Customer Service Representative at MetaBank from 2012 to 2014, where she developed her customer service skills.