Results-driven Operations and Claims Leader with 17 years of experience advancing from administrative roles to senior management. Expertise in leading large multi-site teams, optimizing workflows, and implementing collections strategies. Proven skills in negotiation and process improvement, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and significant financial outcomes.
Directed operations across three locations, leading 45-60 employees including 5 direct-report supervisors
Designed and implemented workflow improvements that increased efficiency, consistency, and scalability
Developed and enhanced training programs, improving onboarding and overall team performance
Established and tracked KPIs to monitor productivity and identify performance gaps for continuous improvement
Acted as primary client liaison, managing relationships and resolving escalated issues
Managed relationships with utility locate companies and external stakeholders to support claim resolution
Implemented incentive programs that enhanced employee engagement and retention
Claims Specialist Lead
Project Resources Group (PRG)
Denver
10.2016 - 12.2018
Guided Claims Specialists in negotiation strategies and complex claim resolution
Managed escalations and high-balance claims using advanced settlement techniques.
Established leadership role to enhance operational growth and enable team scalability
Assisted with workflow coordination and performance improvement initiatives
Claims Specialist
Project Resources Group (PRG)
Denver
12.2009 - 09.2016
Managed full lifecycle of claims recovery, negotiating settlements to optimize recovery outcomes with businesses, municipalities, and insurance providers
Handled high-volume caseload, achieving timely resolutions and strong recovery performance
Applied regulatory knowledge (811 laws, NESC, CGA guidelines) to support liability and recovery efforts
Cultivated relationships with external stakeholders to expedite dispute resolution and enhance payment recovery
Maintained detailed documentation and utilized internal systems to track and manage claims
Claims Assistant
Project Resources Group (PRG)
Denver
10.2008 - 11.2009
Reviewed and processed incoming claims to ensure accuracy and completeness, facilitating timely resolution
Prepared claim documentation and support packages to support recovery efforts
Maintained organized records and ensured data integrity in internal systems, enhancing accessibility for claims review
Supported workflow efficiency through detailed data entry and process adherence