Results and quality oriented damage appraiser skilled in appraisals, investigation and negotiation
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Claims Resolution Specialist III
Liberty Mutual Insurance
02.2022 - Current
Use claims best practices, prepares itemized appraisals indicating costs of parts, materials and labor necessary to restore damaged vehicles to their pre-damage condition
Resolves disagreements and negotiates with auto repair facilities, claimants and policyholders
Provides technical advice on vehicle repair, parts costs, garage expertise and opinions on whether specific damage is related to a particular accident
Independent Auto Appraiser/Adjuster
Signature Auto Appraisals
03.2015 - 11.2021
Completed appraisals on automobiles, light trucks, custom cars, vans and many other vehicle types.
Collaborated with repair workers to determine feasibility of repairs under constraints of coverage limits, time frame and state regulations
Negotiate, settle, authorize, and/or issue payments for auto physical damage based on coverage, verifiable damage, and appraisal
Insurance Account Representative
State Farm Insurance
07.2013 - 04.2016
Developed leads, scheduled appointments and identified customer needs to market appropriate products and services
Used customer focused, needs-based review process to educate customers about insurance options
Sold personal and business auto, property and life insurance products
Managed agency marketing initiatives and social media
Marketing Consultant
Action Marketing/Local Direct Media
12.2009 - 02.2013
Provided search engine optimization services to businesses to help rank their websites in search engines
Designed professional and effective lead generating websites that converted more leads into appointments
Worked with clients to implement marketing strategies that generated more leads and customers
Human Resources Manager
Future Services, Inc
08.2004 - 11.2009
Managed human resources activities including recruitment and retention, employee relations and benefit administration
Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.