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Mark Kohnen

Mark Kohnen

Sacramento,California

Summary

Progressive experience in Workers' Compensation benefit administration processes, Highly organized and efficient in a fast-paced environment, communicating effectively at all organizational levels, with clients and stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships. Thinks critically, solves problems, plan and organizes activities to deliver excellent customer service.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Claims Manager

ICW Group
03.2016 - 05.2024
  • Managed team of 3 Supervisors and 18 adjusters, providing coaching and performance feedback for improved productivity.
  • Collaborated with other departments to improve overall organizational effectiveness in addressing client needs.
  • Provided direction on caseload of 40 large losses
  • Achieved lowest Office PAR Audit score in ICW history with score of 0.2
  • Implemented quality assurance measures, monitoring staff performance and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement efforts leading to 101% closing ration for 2023.

Senior Claims Examiner

LWP
09.2010 - 04.2011
  • Responsible for management and resolution of 165 large exposure cases on behalf of insurance carriers throughout State of California.

Senior Claims Examiner

Tristar Risk Management
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed 4850 claims on behalf of San Joaquin County from inception to resolution
  • Duties included close interaction with County Risk Management staff in order to facilitate coordination of Workers’ Compensation with retirement and benefits programs to ensure overall cost-effective outcomes.

Claims Supervisor

Intercare
01.2001 - 01.2008
  • Responsible for direct supervision of 5 claims examiners, 3 assistants, and 2 support staff servicing City and County of San Francisco.

Senior Claims Examiner

Kemper Employer’s Claims Services
01.2000 - 01.2001

Responsible for managing all aspects of a caseload of 200 Workers’ Compensation claims on behalf of the California Insurance Guarantee Association.

Claims Supervisor

Gallagher Bassett Services
01.1995 - 01.2001
  • esponsible for direct supervision of 6 claims examiners and 3 assistants for various large and mid sized accounts including United Airlines, Yosemite Park Concessions, Hershey Corporation, and The San Francisco 49ers
  • Assisted in opening of new office which included procurement of infrastructure as well as recruitment and hiring of staff.

Senior Claims Examiner

California Indemnity
01.1992 - 01.1994

Claims Examiner

Continental Insurance
01.1991 - 01.1992

Claims Examiner

Industrial Indemnity
01.1989 - 01.1991

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of California - Davis
Davis, CA
06.1989

Skills

  • Claims analysis
  • Claims investigation and research
  • Large Loss Resolution
  • Team Development
  • Self Insured Administration
  • Public Entity Administration (LC 4850)

Professional Designations

  • California Self Insured Certificate
  • California Certified Experienced Claims Adjuster

Certification

Self Insured Certificate

Experienced Claims Adjuster Designation

Timeline

Claims Manager

ICW Group
03.2016 - 05.2024

Senior Claims Examiner

LWP
09.2010 - 04.2011

Senior Claims Examiner

Tristar Risk Management
01.2008 - 01.2010

Claims Supervisor

Intercare
01.2001 - 01.2008

Senior Claims Examiner

Kemper Employer’s Claims Services
01.2000 - 01.2001

Claims Supervisor

Gallagher Bassett Services
01.1995 - 01.2001

Senior Claims Examiner

California Indemnity
01.1992 - 01.1994

Claims Examiner

Continental Insurance
01.1991 - 01.1992

Claims Examiner

Industrial Indemnity
01.1989 - 01.1991

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of California - Davis
Mark Kohnen