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Christopher Farley

Christopher Farley

Independent Adjuster
Semmes,AL
"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. …"
Winston Churchill

Summary

Licensed Claims Adjuster bringing a solid record of accomplishment in numerous insurance claim related businesses and industries. A positive, highly motivated, self-starter, skilled at balancing business and customer interests emphasizing fairness and thoroughness. Multitasker, trustworthy, negotiator and dependable.

Overview

3
3
Certifications
5
5
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Collision Adjuster/Assistant Manager

Advanced Collision
Semmes, AL
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Successfully negotiated on a daily basis with customers and all major insurance companies including Progressive, Nationwide, State Farm, Geico, Farmers and Allstate.
  • Determined and prepared estimates using CCC estimating software on vehicle damage and repair through comparison and evaluation of different methodologies.
  • Developed, implemented and managed a successful parts department for both new and return parts saving the company tens of thousands of dollars annually.
  • Led the company to the top 10% of collision centers in America by obtaining the coveted I-Car Gold Class status in less than one year through organizing and managing an employee training and certification program.
  • Inspected, analyzed and evaluated damaged vehicles to create a comprehensive and accurate damage report, repair plan and schedule.
  • Built relationships with vehicle owners, repairers and insurance adjusters to negotiate costs and close customer sales.
  • Supplied damage reports, photos and purchased parts for necessary pair completion.
  • Managed the I-Car Gold Class collision center day to day activities, handled customer relations and overseen quality control.

Owner/General Manager

Park Place Estates, Inc.
Mobile, AL
02.2000 - 05.2019
  • Successfully negotiated with seller to secure owner financing at a competitive interest resulting in a profitable purchase of 42 lots situated on 11 acres of prime property.
  • Designed and Developed new lots from start to finish following all local, county, state and federal rules, codes and regulations creating a 20% increase in net profits
  • Monitored progress of construction, remodels, repairs and maintenance projects on lots and mobile homes and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays and schedule changes.
  • Researched, inspected in the field, purchased and relocated Vanderbuilt repossessed mobile homes to our lots significantly impacting our profit margins.
  • Managed the day-to-day business operations, including accounting, finance, HR, marketing and tenant relations.
  • Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with Park Place and resident statutes.
  • Minimized vacancy periods by strategizing and creative thinking to develop and deploy improvements to marketing initiatives, business plans and tenant outreach programs.
  • Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
  • Kept records accurate, detailed and fully compliant with reporting requirements to meet all state, local and federal housing requirements.
  • Oversaw monthly collections of over $13,000.00 in funds, maintaining high payment rates by building positive relationships with tenants.

Education

High School Diploma -

Broken Arrow High School, Broken Arrow, OK
09.1984 - 06.1987

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Westark Community Collage, Ft. Smith, AR
08.1988 - 09.1990
  • Majored in Psychology
  • Minored in Business Administration

Skills

Expert customer service

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Software

CCC pathways

Symbility

Work Availability

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Certification

I-Car Prolevel 1 Estimator

Timeline

Alabama P & C Adjuster precertification, Adjusterpro

01-2021

License - Alabama P & C Independent Adjuster

01-2021

I-Car Prolevel 1 Estimator

02-2020
Collision Adjuster/Assistant Manager - Advanced Collision
09.2019 - 01.2021
Owner/General Manager - Park Place Estates, Inc.
02.2000 - 05.2019
Westark Community Collage - Associate of Arts, Psychology
08.1988 - 09.1990
Broken Arrow High School - High School Diploma,
09.1984 - 06.1987

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