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Carolyn Bolsinger

Carrollton,TX

Summary

I have had a diverse career that has provided opportunities to take on new challenges, embrace change and build relationships. I am passionate about developing employees at all levels and have demonstrated experience in creating environments where individuals can achieve their fullest potential. Having worked in the catastrophe claims environment, I understand the need to react and respond quickly to customers while showing empathy.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Learning Analyst

State Farm
05.2023 - Current
  • Collaborates with business partners to identify learning and development needs that align with business goals
  • Created an Enterprise-wide customer service training program utilizing a variety of design creation tools
  • Maintains relevancy and effectiveness of training content by conducting reviews and making necessary updates
  • Collaborates effectively with peers while demonstrating strong communication and analytical skills

Leadership Development Coach

State Farm
03.2015 - 05.2023
  • Coached 100+ leaders across all levels and locations, to achieve leadership growth
  • Lead Birkman consultant, facilitating over 300 Birkman sessions
  • Co-created and hosted The Coaching Zone podcast, which highlights leadership best practices
  • Assessed and made decisions on a daily basis based on Operation and individual leadership needs
  • Communicates with confidence and positively influenced all levels of leadership

Classroom Claims Trainer

State Farm
12.2012 - 03.2015
  • Stood up the Initial Loss Report and Express Claims program and assisted in the creation of training materials
  • Facilitated training to over 500 new associates and new-to-role leaders
  • Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to promote skills development

Auto Claims Trainer

State Farm
06.2005 - 11.2012
  • Created training courses and oversaw the rollout of large training initiatives for the state of Texas
  • Facilitated training to all new North Texas claims employees, ensuring they passed all licensing exams

Auto Claim Specialist

State Farm
05.1994 - 06.2005
  • Conducted complex coverage investigations involving property damage and injury
  • Handled claims across the US as part of the National Catastrophe team (now AWC)

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Communication

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12-1993

Skills

  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Relationship building
  • Solution oriented
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Presentation, in-person and Media
  • Knowledge of Catastrophe claim handling

Certification

  • CPCU
  • Certified Birkman Consultant
  • Effortless Experience Certified Trainer

Timeline

Learning Analyst

State Farm
05.2023 - Current

Leadership Development Coach

State Farm
03.2015 - 05.2023

Classroom Claims Trainer

State Farm
12.2012 - 03.2015

Auto Claims Trainer

State Farm
06.2005 - 11.2012

Auto Claim Specialist

State Farm
05.1994 - 06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Business Communication

Arizona State University
Carolyn Bolsinger