Provide exceptional customer service and operate as an effective partner with external and internal clients
Provide onboarding activities for clients including CRS overview, claims best practices and on-line system training
Consistently available for client inquiries; respond to client requests in a timely and professional manner
Investigate and identify appropriate resources to resolve complex individual claim issues ensuring client satisfaction
Attend and participate in captive customer group meetings such as Risk Control Workshops and Board of Director's meetings
Provide training as needed; bring important messages back for internal CRS staff to consider
Maintain visibility with clients and partner agencies to foster lasting relationships developed through professional and technical expertise
Organize and conduct individual claim reviews for customers
Accountable for account accuracy by ensuring on-line customer information, as well as items received by carriers is accurate and current, to include exposure schedules, policy information, policy endorsements, premium and invoicing.
Claims Service Consultant
Holmes Murphy & Associates
09.2004 - 05.2019
Provide high quality property casualty claim management, advocacy and analysis to clients and internal staff
Educate clients on the claim process and assist in determining coverage
Establish rapport between the client and insurance carrier; perform claim reviews as needed
Provide and oversee accurate and timely loss information for internal and external use
Assist in on-boarding new clients or if change in client's insurance carrier to ensure proper awareness of claim requirements, need and concerns
Analyze claim data to determine loss trends and assist in loss prevention and claim cost reduction.
Benefits Coordinator
Local 33 Health and Welfare
02.2001 - 02.2004
Provided customer service to members and health care providers
Assessed member eligibility for available health coverage
Decreased health care expenditures through negotiated pricing with providers and external networks.
Claims Team Leader
Progressive Insurance
01.2000 - 02.2001
Managed 7-9 claims representatives and facilitated team dynamics
Responsibilities included training, career development, and performance evaluation of direct reports
Assisted in overseeing day-to-day business activities
Performed quality assurance audits on all claim activity.
Claims Representative/Claims Team Leader
Progressive Insurance
04.1995 - 12.1999
Performed all tasks associated with resolving claims
Duties included: completion of initial loss reports, determination of liability, settlement of bodily injury claims, completion of appraisals on damaged autos, boats, motorcycles and recreational vehicles
Recognized for achieving an increase in alternative parts usage helping to reduce company expenditures
Voted MVP of all Arizona claims offices in 1998.
Education
Bachelor's in Animal Science -
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
Skills
Customer advocate
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Team player
Strong knowledge of commercial property and casualty products