Dynamic professional with extensive experience at GEICO, excelling in claims management and compliance. Proven track record in mediation and conflict resolution, successfully avoiding lawsuits and reducing legal fees. Strong analytical skills and a commitment to customer service excellence drive performance improvements and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterans Leadership Development Program
Government Employees Insurance Company
04.2022 - Current
Successfully worked in all levels of auto claims including TCR1, TCR2 (attorney represented) and CU (litigation & catastrophic injuries) and ICS Supervisor
Led multiple successful mediations which avoided additional legal fees and a lawsuit for our named insureds
Supervised claims adjusters from first notice of loss through completion of the claims process
Responded to Department of Insurance inquiries regarding complaints against GEICO as a company
Audit all levels of claims files to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
Create and implement coaching plans based on adjuster metrics
Analyze trends in performance in order to improve adjuster performance
Senior Operations & Public Affairs Non-Commissioned Officer
United States Army
05.2005 - 08.2024
Represented 1st Infantry Division Headquarters in media interactions, providing written responses to US and allied news organizations.
Managed daily operations encompassing logistics, training, budget, and administration.
Coordinated travel for Association of the United States Army convention and supported Army Ten Miler event outside Pentagon.
Served as liaison between unit and senior officials, attending meetings with Lieutenant Colonel and Major General ranks.
Executed coordination of 61 flights via fixed and rotary wing aircraft, planning over 70 missions in southern Iraq.
Acted as liaison between 1st Infantry Division and State Department officials in Iraq.
Contributed to security team processing up to 1200 local nationals daily using Biometrics Automated Toolset, identifying potential threats.
Counseled senior leadership on intelligence reports to reduce organizational risk.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
Thomas Edison State University
01.2010
Skills
Claims management and compliance
Risk assessment and analysis
Mediation and conflict resolution
Customer service excellence
Analytical skills
Volunteer Experience
Coach, Plainfield Junior Basketball League, 01/01/10, Present
Sheltering Wings Domestic Violence Ctr.
Westside Church of the Nazarene
Awards
Army Commendation Medal (3)
Army Achievement Medal (3)
Good Conduct Medal (1)
Indiana Commendation Medal (1)
Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal (2)
Iraq Campaign Medal w/Bronze Star (1)
Accomplishments
Army Good Conduct Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Army Achievement Medal
Bronze Star with "V" device
Iraqi Campaign Medal
Indiana Commendation Medal
Affiliations
Youth Basketball Coach (15 years)
Member of Westside Church of the Nazarene
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterans Leadership Development Program
Government Employees Insurance Company
04.2022 - Current
Senior Operations & Public Affairs Non-Commissioned Officer
Insurance Claims Specialist at Government Employees Insurance Company, GEICOInsurance Claims Specialist at Government Employees Insurance Company, GEICO