Brandon Gray
- Agency Owner
- Farmers Insurance
School Information
School: University of Oregon
College Major: Business
Years at College Works: 2014 to 2015
Career Information
Working For: Farmers Insurance
Title: Agency Owner
Industry: Insurance
Brief Description of Duties / Responsibilities:
Growth and development in all aspects of the business. Maintaining a large network of clients, while striving everyday to expand that network.
What Has Been Your Proudest Accomplishment Post-CWP?Reaching “career” numbers within the first month of employment.
College Works Career Impact
In one sentence, what has CW meant to you?
To me, College Works Painting has meant a highway to success, paved with the tools and experiences I desperately needed to start my career.
How did your CW experience impact your career? Immediately after graduation? Now?
There is only so much you can learn from a classroom. My experience with College Works Painting helped me rise above my peers in the eyes of employers. This has lead to endless opportunity, and will continue to do so.
What was the greatest lesson you learned from your CW experience?
How to hold myself accountable to a higher standard than my peers.
Advice
What advice do you have for potential CW participants? Current CW participants?
Do not overlook this opportunity. As tough as it may become, it can only lead to success or experience, both of which you need.
What’s your best advice for someone interested in entering your career field?
Results are found only with hard work and determination. Learn how to control the grind and success will follow.
What’s your favorite memory from CW?
Traveling the beautiful state of Oregon all summer long.