Victoria Gardner
I chose this career path because
I have been in the Insurance industry for over 30 years. I have worked with P&C Insurance and sold pet insurance prior to selling life, health and accident insurance. Now I am a Medicare specialist.
As a young woman I was hired by AAA and was a ticket agent and made reservations, etc. Then AAA started selling auto insurance and eventually homeowners insurance and my boss recommended that I try the insurance end and hired me as an agent. I was with AAA selling auto and homeowners insurance for 20 years. I really enjoy helping people.
I prepared for this career by
In addition to receiving my B.A. in Marketing and Business Management from the University of Phoenix, I have received the following licensees and accreditations:
- Lic. Life Health and Accident Insurance-CA, AZ, TX, NV, NY
- Lic. Property and Casualty-CA, AZ, TX, NV, NY
- Accredited-AHIP(America's Health Insurance Plans.)- Center of Medicare
The biggest challenge I've overcome
My biggest challenge has always been me and putting roadblocks on myself. I care too much.
My greatest strength(s)
My greatest strengths are discernment and determination.
My greatest accomplishment to date
I have always set goals for myself and I have achieved them and that is a great accomplishment. I also consider my walk with God a great accomplishment and I am grateful for that.
My personal/professional goals
I want to retire in 2 years and have enough of a nest egg to travel all over. I started going to a different place every year.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I believe what has inspired me most is my faith.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I have no children or husband but I want to be remembered for touching people's hearts along the way and for my volunteer and charity work.
I support the missions of these charities/volunteer my time
The Crossing - Recovery Missions and Homeless Missions
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I love sailing and traveling.