Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Larry W. West

Hendersonville,Tn
Larry W. West

Summary

Experienced insurance professional with over 25 years of experience in automobile claims adjusting, quality control, and catastrophe claims management, including handling commercial trucks, recreational vehicles, and Exotic cars, classic cars, and total losses in several catastrophes. I-CAR Platinum and ASE Master certified, with active adjuster licenses in several states, including Texas as my home state license, and all required states except New York. Proficient in sophisticated claims software (CCC Pathways, Mitchell, Audatex, Virtual Assist) and recently completed numerous online courses in artificial intelligence to improve claims processing. Efficiency. Seeking a fulfilling job that will use my considerable expertise and help me build a long-term career as an independent catastrophe adjuster to promote operational excellence.

Overview

29
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Allstate Insurance

Senior Claims Specialist III, Quality Assurance, Virtual Assist, and Total Loss Specialist
03.2018 - 04.2025

Job overview

  • Managed supplements and total losses through video conferencing with shops and clients, processing all allocated claims including Quick Photo Claims (initial assessments via app) and waiver.
  • Conducted quality assurance audits to verify adherence with company and regulatory rules, increasing claims accuracy by 20% by providing thorough analysis and input.
  • Improved customer happiness and operational efficiency by streamlining claims resolution and working with stakeholders.
  • Both in-office and remote.
  • Supplements (for stores that do not use the app).

Nationwide Insurance

Field Claims Specialist II
08.2012 - 11.2017

Job overview

  • Managed all claims in assigned territory, including personal lines vehicle claims, total loss re-inspections for direct repair shops, scene investigations with measurements and images, and specialty/commercial claims. Vehicles were inspected via video and photographs, and rentals were handled.
  • Coordinated settlements and rentals, achieving a 95% customer satisfaction rating across the region.
  • Use sophisticated claims software to streamline procedures and cut processing times by 15%.

Erie Insurance Group

Material Damage Adjuster II
05.2008 - 08.2012

Job overview

  • Processed all claims to completion, including auto, RV, boat, motorbike, and business losses; managed rentals as required, total losses with lien-holders, and assisted in investigations as needed.
  • Assisted claims representatives (ICRs) with daily tasks by using automotive industry expertise to settle claims; performed extra tasks as allocated.
  • Assisted investigations and produced detailed reports to speed claim settlement, enhance settlement accuracy, and boost team performance.

Nationwide Insurance

Master Claims Representative
07.2005 - 05.2008

Job overview

  • Managed 12 Blue Ribbon stores in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, reviewing estimates provided by shops, processing rentals, confirming coverage, and overseeing overall losses.
  • Ensured quick and correct claims processing, helping to streamline operations.

Prices Collision Centers

Manager
04.2004 - 07.2005

Job overview

  • Prepared quotations and handled claims for numerous insurance carriers, including Nationwide, State Farm, and more.
  • Grange, MetLife, and ANPAC distribute and monitor employment development, conduct quality control, and supplied to consumers.
  • Oversaw receivables, supplies, personnel, materials, and overall processes.

Bill Heard Chevrolet, Collision Center

Estimator/Front End Manager
11.2000 - 04.2004

Job overview

  • Prepared estimates and processed claims for Farmers, Allstate, Erie, Permanent General, Encompass, and Zurich (including walk-ins); distributed and tracked job progress; performed administrative duties.
  • Quality control is performed before delivering the product to customers.
  • Ensured high-quality repairs and customer satisfaction by doing careful assessments.

Greenwood Ford

Auto Body Repair/Refinish Technician
07.1996 - 11.2000

Job overview

  • Fixed and refinished all cars assigned, using knowledge of autobody repair, frame repair, and refinishing processes.

Education

Nashville Auto Diesel College
Nashville, TN

Diploma from Auto Body Repair
07.1996

University Overview

Met various goals, including estimating, auto body repair, frame repair, and refinishing.

Nationwide Insurance Claims School
Columbus, Ohio

from Insurance Adjuster Training
05.2007

University Overview

Material Damage Reinspection (2006), MD Adjuster Intermediate (2007), MD Adjuster Advanced (2012).

Erie University
Erie, PA

from Adjuster Training
01.2008

University Overview

Material Damage Adjuster School

Tech-Cor, Allstate
Chicago, IL

from Insurance Adjuster Training
01.2018

University Overview

Experienced Auto Fundamentals Skills Workshop

Skills

  • Technical Skills: Auto Claims Adjusting, Catastrophe Claims Management, Quality Assurance, Total Loss Valuation, Scene Investigation
  • Soft Skills: Client Relations, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail
  • Tools/platforms: CCC Pathways, Mitchell, Audatex, Microsoft Office

Affiliations

IADA, PLRB, Nashville Claims Association.

Certification

  • I-CAR Platinum Certified
  • ASE Master Certified
  • Pathways CCC certification
  • Mitchell Certification
  • GM, Ford, and PPG Certifications
  • Certificates from National Insurance and Erie Insurance.
  • Licensed Adjuster: Licensed in numerous states, with Texas as the designated home state license.
  • Required states except New York (including Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Texas).

Timeline

Senior Claims Specialist III, Quality Assurance, Virtual Assist, and Total Loss Specialist

Allstate Insurance
03.2018 - 04.2025

Field Claims Specialist II

Nationwide Insurance
08.2012 - 11.2017

Material Damage Adjuster II

Erie Insurance Group
05.2008 - 08.2012

Master Claims Representative

Nationwide Insurance
07.2005 - 05.2008

Manager

Prices Collision Centers
04.2004 - 07.2005

Estimator/Front End Manager

Bill Heard Chevrolet, Collision Center
11.2000 - 04.2004

Auto Body Repair/Refinish Technician

Greenwood Ford
07.1996 - 11.2000

Nashville Auto Diesel College

Diploma from Auto Body Repair

Nationwide Insurance Claims School

from Insurance Adjuster Training

Erie University

from Adjuster Training

Tech-Cor, Allstate

from Insurance Adjuster Training