Ben McCormick
San Diego,CA
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Workers Compensation Indemnity Claims Adjuster
Sedgwick
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Administered California workers' compensation indemnity claims for a public university system, operating under highly regulated public-entity and TPA guidelines.
- Proactively identified and reported a campus-wide injury trend; leadership implemented corrective measures that resolved the hazard and prevented further losses.
- Strengthened understanding of TPA-managed claim structures, client-specific protocols, and layered approvals.
Workers Compensation Indemnity Claims Adjuster
Berkshire Hathaway
10.2021 - 09.2025
- Managed a high-volume indemnity level caseload, administering complex worker's compensation claims within California's regulatory guidelines.
- Utilized relationship-building strengths to excel in negotiations, reducing the need for legal intervention and contributing to significant cost savings while timely meeting deadlines.
- Regularly presented claim strategies and recommendations to stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding and informed decision-making.
- Maintained relationships with up to 12 dedicated accounts which included large school systems, construction companies, and manufacturing facilities.
Building and Event Manager
James Madison University
11.2017 - 12.2020
- Oversaw building operations and event setups, acted as on-call support for the facility.
- Demonstrated calmness and efficiency under pressure, effectively alleviating client concerns and ensuring smooth event flow.
Wilderness Trip Leader
Deerfoot Lodge
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Led dozens of overnight wilderness expeditions in the Adirondack Mountains while acting as a role model and mentor of up to twelve participants, developing a passion for team building and an enthusiastic approach towards adversity.
- Prioritized participant safety through vigilant risk assessment with an emphasis on critical decision making skills.
Education
B.A - History, Spanish
James Madison University
Skills
- Interpersonal and Relationship-Building
- Communication
- Leadership
- Negotiation
- Writing and Editing
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Senior Workers Compensation Indemnity Claims Adjuster
Sedgwick
09.2025 - 11.2025
Workers Compensation Indemnity Claims Adjuster
Berkshire Hathaway
10.2021 - 09.2025
Building and Event Manager
James Madison University
11.2017 - 12.2020
Wilderness Trip Leader
Deerfoot Lodge
06.2016 - 08.2019
B.A - History, Spanish
James Madison University