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“No matter who my clients are, I strive to be friendly and trustworthy. And I tend to be a perfectionist, which works to their benefit at the end of the day. I care most about being a resource, and someone that clients can count on.”
Practice Areas: Commercial Risk and Client Services
Is insurance fashionable? Dara is the right person to answer that question. After years in the fashion industry, complete with high energy, and a crazy schedule, she switched to something more traditional.
“The funny thing is, insurance has its own kind of energy to it…and it’s not always traditional in terms of schedules and responses. However, the industry offers plenty of chances to wear a full complement of just about any professional wardrobe.”
For Dara, this includes supporting non-profit organizations, homeowners associations, and schools, as well as organizations involved in media, forestry, and her first love…apparel.
This professional drive carries over into her personal life, as Dara prides herself on being an ear and shoulder whenever friends or family members need her.
“A lot of times, you have to be able to mix humor, dependability, and a deep understanding of what someone else is going through. People appreciate when you bring a positive attitude to every conversation, especially when times are tough. I try to be this person.”
When it comes to starting new client engagements, Dara relishes the process, and the challenges.
“I love learning everything I can about a business, and figuring out how I can improve upon the insurance they currently have. I want to help them save money, and take smart risks.”
Even in idle moments, Dara loves planning her next adventure. It could be a trip to a new restaurant, an excursion into wine country, taking in a Portland Timbers game, or traveling with her son.
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