Insurance professional with experience in risk and claims management

Industry:	Management & Business
Occupation:	Manager
Highlights:	 Authored several safety articles for the internal newsletter and currently authoring a safety video for internal distribution  Instituted safety program including executive meetings, monthly reporting, site visits and compliance requirements.  Created new safety manual for stores, warehouse and home office.  Reduced open legacy and open current claims to below all prior years and reduced claims expenses and reserves  Created monthly and yearly reporting system for executives with accountability  Completed all college degrees while working full time; maintaining above average grade point level.
Ideal Companies:	brokers, financially sound companies.
Education level:	Master
Will Relocate:	No
Location:	Williamstown, NJ

6/2005 - 12/2008

Spencer Gifts LLC

Manager

• I directed the resolution of all claims for general liability, workers compensation, property, and automobile for over 600 Spencer’s and 600 Spirit Halloween stores and the field personnel. In addition, I was responsible for the risk and safety of all stores in U.S., P.R. and Canada by conducting store safety visits and working with operations to mitigate future loss. I maintained a close working relationship with the broker and insurance carriers, maintained certificates of insurance, formulated yearly budget requirements and composed monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting of insurance expenses and trends.

8/2002 - 5/2005

Trump Casinos

Individual Contributor

• In this position I handled bodily injury claims for the Taj Mahal. It allowed me to continue to work with people while using my experience in liability determination and insurance procedures. In addition, I worked closely with the litigation department and directed counsel for settlement. It was here where loss control became an important aspect in lowering the costs of claims.

11/1993 - 8/2002

Trump Casinos

Individual Contributor

• Provided gaming services to guests, conducted in the manner required by various regulatory bodies and my employer. Services included Craps, Roulette, Blackjack and other games as needed. This position allowed me to return to college and get my Associates and Bachelor of Science degrees

11/1989 - 6/2003

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Individual Contributor

• Resolved all first and third party claims for property damage, no-fault, and homeowner’s claims as presented. Investigated claims for possible fraud and worked closely with SIU to complete the investigation

2007

Master Degree

Richard Stockton College

• Business

2003

Bachelor Degree

Richard Stockton College

• Business

2001

Associate Degree

Atlantic Cape Community College

• Business

1980

High School/GED Degree

William Tennent HS

• Business

Risk, Claims, Insurance