Michael Stere
SANTA CLARITA,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional offering many years of related experience and strong collaborative, multitasking, and organizational skills. Gifted in facilitating communication between different team members and satisfying customer needs. Ready to apply expertise to a challenging new position.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
GIS Intern
CSUN Center for GIS Studies
Northridge, CA
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Implemented quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of spatial data sets.
- Updated existing GIS databases with newly-acquired field data.
- Assisted with the creation of geographic information system layers and attribute tables.
- Analyzed aerial imagery to determine land use characteristics or changes over time.
- Utilized ArcGIS software to develop cartographic products such as maps, graphs, charts.
Business Consultant
IQIMedia
Altadena, CA
07.2012 - 06.2015
- Created financial projections based on market research data and industry trends.
- Identified opportunities for business growth through new products or services.
- Recommended cost-cutting measures without sacrificing quality or service levels.
- Analyzed financial records, including income statements and balance sheets, to assess performance of businesses.
Auto Claims Adjuster
Farmers
Woodland Hills, CA
08.2006 - 06.2012
- Assessed damages to vehicles and property resulting from a variety of incidents.
- Established relationships with attorneys, medical providers and other service providers who assist in the resolution of claims.
- Interviewed claimants, witnesses, police officers, medical professionals and other parties involved in the claim.
- Determined liability based on facts gathered from investigations.
- Processed payments according to terms outlined in policy contracts.
- Managed multiple cases simultaneously while meeting established deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as applicable state regulations.
- Analyzed policy language to ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies.
- Negotiated settlements with claimants when appropriate.
- Reviewed previous claims for possible fraud or misrepresentation of facts.
Education
Certification - Data Analysis
Coursera
Google Online09-2024
Master of Science - Geographic Information Systems
CSU Northridge
Northridge, CA06-2017
Bachelor of Science - Finance With Economy Minor
CSU Northridge
Northridge, CA06-2004
Skills
- Data Mining
- Data screening
- Geospatial analysis
- Data Mapping
- Data Compiling
- SQL Programming
- R Programming
- Python Programming
- Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Time Management
- Investigative Approach
Timeline
GIS Intern
CSUN Center for GIS Studies
07.2016 - 03.2017
Business Consultant
IQIMedia
07.2012 - 06.2015
Auto Claims Adjuster
Farmers
08.2006 - 06.2012
Certification - Data Analysis
Coursera
Master of Science - Geographic Information Systems
CSU Northridge
Bachelor of Science - Finance With Economy Minor
CSU Northridge
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