Charlie Schaper
About Charlie Schaper
Charlie Schaper is the Director of Sales and Broking at Otonomi, specializing in various industries including transportation and energy. He has extensive experience in sales, data analytics, and alternative risk insurance programs, having previously held leadership roles at Lockton Companies, Risk Strategies Company, and Hays Companies.
Current Role at Otonomi
Charlie Schaper serves as the Director of Sales and Broking at Otonomi, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on driving sales initiatives and broking strategies to enhance the company's market presence. His work involves utilizing data analytics to improve financial analysis and revenue generation strategies, which are critical for the growth and sustainability of the organization.
Previous Experience in Sales and Broking
Prior to joining Otonomi, Charlie Schaper held significant roles in various organizations. He worked at Lockton Companies LLC as Vice President from 2007 to 2012, where he gained valuable experience in the insurance sector. He then served as Executive Vice President at Hays Companies from 2012 to 2020, and later as Vice President at Risk Strategies Company from 2020 to 2023, both roles contributing to his expertise in sales and broking.
Education and Academic Background
Charlie Schaper completed his secondary education at John Burroughs School from 1981 to 1987. He then pursued higher education at Denison University, where he studied Economics and earned a Bachelor's degree from 1987 to 1991. This academic background laid the foundation for his career in sales, broking, and financial analysis.
Specialization and Expertise
Charlie Schaper specializes in various industries, including transportation, energy, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, high tech, real estate, hospitality, and construction. He has a particular focus on alternative risk insurance programs, aiming to improve clients' cost of risk and organizational efficiency. His comprehensive skill set includes strategic planning, operations management, relationship development, and C-suite selling.
Entrepreneurial Spirit and Team Development
Charlie Schaper possesses a strong entrepreneurial spirit, emphasizing team development and new market entry. His approach involves fostering collaboration and innovation within teams to achieve organizational goals. This focus on team dynamics and market strategies has been a hallmark of his professional journey.