ANDREW BARHAM

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Memphis, Tennessee *8117

901-***-****

wczeln@r.postjobfree.com

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CAREER PROFILE

Successful in productivity and profitability of corporations through utilization of a diversity of management, client relation’s development, as well as special project planning and supervision skills. Extremely detail orientated, superior communication skills along the ability to analyze legal compliance issues, liability, and other risk management issues, draw conclusions and make recommendations to upper management.

EDUCATION

LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY, Ruston, LA

B.S. Exercise/Health Science 1992

Athletic Scholarship - Golf (Academic All-American 1991)

CAREER SUMMARY

· Fifteen years of claims, investigation, litigation and risk assessment/loss control experience.

· Exceeded goals with employers for dedication and focus toward corporate objectives, ability to grasp, manage, and improve procedural tasks, and for strength of managing multi-million dollar contractual and legal relationships with client companies.

· Since 1992, I have advanced my career as well as personal growth in terms of the scope and importance of tasks managed within the insurance and risk management services industry, and have continually expanded my understanding of quality and service as recognized by clients; as well as profitability and efficiency as recognized by upper management. I work effectively with attorneys, agents and clients, utilizing communication and interpersonal skills to settle complex cases.

EXPERIENCE

Independent Insurance Consultant Memphis, TN 2007-Present

Analysis and assess all risk and loss control issues for insurance companies. Inspect and evaluate property and casualty claims. Work with contractors on the repair process.

Risk/Safety Manager - CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY, Memphis, TN 2006

· Managed all safety and risk issues, OSHA, hasmat spills, investigations/surveillance.

· Supervised all workers compensation cases, property damage, litigation and lawsuits.

Manager – ROYAL ADJUSTMENT INC, Memphis, TN 2005

Managed all aspects of inspecting and evaluating residential/commercial property and casualty claims in the Mid-South Region.

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Large Loss Specialist - NATIONWIDE INSURANCE, Memphis, TN 2000-2005

· Supervisor over large property (residential and commercial) and liability claims in excess of $3,000,000. .

· Evaluated all personal property, investigated arson, insurance fraud claims.

· Consistently performing underwriting duties on all policy’s written and claims filed.

· Utilized policies and procedures and consistently achieving and exceeding organizational standards for productivity and quality.

· Drew on extensive insurance industry knowledge and experience to maintain high productivity and effective risk management.

· Developed strategies for major settlements; and assist in adjuster training with new staff adjusters.

· Acquired knowledge of policies and procedures governing eligibility, authorization, other party liability, and provider contracts in processing claims.

· Met specific standards for quantity and accuracy in claims processed each day.

· Continually developed knowledge of insurance terms and reason codes to better evaluate accurate adjudication.

Claims Specialist - STATE FARM INSURANCE, Memphis, TN 1993-2000

· Conducted investigations regarding bodily injury claims, drafting reports, communicating with policyholders and attorneys regarding settlements.

· Established a reputation for effective resolution of cases, productivity in the volume of cases handled, and for protection of client’s assets as well as fair resolution. Reviewed and analyzed files, coordinated client and hospital disbursements, which involve written and oral communication.

· Investigated property and casualty claims, on site investigation, taking recorded interviews with claimants, surveillance, analyzing information and determining liability and claim worth.

· Supervised State Farm Insurance Company's "Catastrophe Team" that traveled the United States to assess storm damage to the area.

Property/Liability Adjuster- (1993-1996) Responsible for investigating, negotiating, and settling property and injury claims. Received The Top Adjuster Award in the Chicago Region.

Exercise Physiologist - BAPTIST/METHODIST, Memphis, TN 1992-1993

· Supervised and monitored patient’s progress/recovery. Evaluated and wrote exercise programs for patients.

· Coordinated all body fat/muscle testing on athletes.

TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

· Serving as a front-line business development and organizational representative to generate new business, and strengthen customer relationships.

· Professionally represent an organization through face-to-face meetings and presentations.

· Working in a professional business environment with Fortune 500 companies.

· Experienced in Microsoft Word, Office, Excel, Power Point, Outlook and AS400 and Six Sigma.

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