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Adam R. Ahrens
3804 Forest Ave ● Des Moines, IA 50311 ● (573) 289-4790 ● ara6cb@yahoo.com
EXPERIENCE
Farmers Insurance Group, Lisle, IL January, 2008-Present
Senior Commercial Claims Adjuster, June 2014 - Present
• Investigate coverage, review and interpret policy, and estimate damages for first party commercial claims
• Negotiate settlements up to $75,000 with customers, contractors, public adjusters and attorneys
• Coordinate experts when necessary to verify the cause and extent of repairs
• Designed and delivered trainings which increased claims production by 10%
• Created developmental program resulting in 36 claims adjuster’s promotions
Complex Claims Team, General Adjuster, October 2012 – June 2014
• Resolved residential insurance claims up to $100,000
• Created cross-department internship which created four new positions
• Designed and delivered trainings to peers and management on professional development
• Created and delivered advanced technical skills, reducing claim turnaround time by 66%
• Redesigned authority approval process which reduced claim turnaround and increased employee engagement
Quality Assurance, June 2010 – October 2012
• Reviewed and critiqued closed property claims for accuracy and worked with staff to improve file quality
• Increased claim accuracy from 92% to 96% and customer service from 86% to 91% the first year
• Analyzed pivot tables to identify trends and implemented solutions for targeted training
• Created office communication system a single communication
• Created action plans for staff not meeting goal to move from partially meeting to exceeding expectations
Acting Property Claims Supervisor, October 2011 – February 2012
• Led team of five claims adjusters, coaching each to exceed expectations as determined by Farmers
• Improved overall rankings of each team member one performance category
• Developed three claims representatives who were promoted within the company
• Created career maps and steps to reach their goals with team members
Special Property Claims Representative, January, 2008 – June, 2010
• Designed curriculum for advanced training courses
• Controlled costs through proactively handling claims and using effective problem solving strategies
• Created library of settlement letters to increase efficiency and eliminate Department of Insurance fines
• Trained staff on errors and omissions helping resulting in $150,000 in collections
Missouri Farm Bureau, Jefferson City, MO September, 2005-January, 2008
Property Claims Specialist
• Handled first and third party field property claims of all sizes and complexities in assigned territory
• Trained two adjusters through field rides, policy interpretation, customer service and estimate training
• Organized and oversaw storm team of Independent Adjusters, March 2006
EDUCATION
University of Missouri, Columbia, MO August, 2001- May, 2005
• Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management with a Minor in Hotel and Restaurant Management
VOLUNTEER
Barry Quadrangle Condominium Board of Directors
• Nine member panel responsible for oversight of 116 unit, four-building, $500,000 condo association budget
• Coordinated projects and reviewed proposals for maintenance, repair, and capital projects
• Acted as liaison between members, management, insurance companies, and contractors
Alpha Gamma Sigma Fraternity National Board of Directors
• Created and led career preparation and interview practicing for current members
• Acted as liaison between Alpha Gamma Sigma and University of Missouri career counselors
Big Brothers, Big Sisters
• Maintained a relationship with an under-privileged teen to promote a drug-free and productive life
• Entertained and tutored little brother once a month from age twelve until a current sophomore in college

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Adam Ahrens Resume

  • 1. Adam R. Ahrens 3804 Forest Ave ● Des Moines, IA 50311 ● (573) 289-4790 ● ara6cb@yahoo.com EXPERIENCE Farmers Insurance Group, Lisle, IL January, 2008-Present Senior Commercial Claims Adjuster, June 2014 - Present • Investigate coverage, review and interpret policy, and estimate damages for first party commercial claims • Negotiate settlements up to $75,000 with customers, contractors, public adjusters and attorneys • Coordinate experts when necessary to verify the cause and extent of repairs • Designed and delivered trainings which increased claims production by 10% • Created developmental program resulting in 36 claims adjuster’s promotions Complex Claims Team, General Adjuster, October 2012 – June 2014 • Resolved residential insurance claims up to $100,000 • Created cross-department internship which created four new positions • Designed and delivered trainings to peers and management on professional development • Created and delivered advanced technical skills, reducing claim turnaround time by 66% • Redesigned authority approval process which reduced claim turnaround and increased employee engagement Quality Assurance, June 2010 – October 2012 • Reviewed and critiqued closed property claims for accuracy and worked with staff to improve file quality • Increased claim accuracy from 92% to 96% and customer service from 86% to 91% the first year • Analyzed pivot tables to identify trends and implemented solutions for targeted training • Created office communication system a single communication • Created action plans for staff not meeting goal to move from partially meeting to exceeding expectations Acting Property Claims Supervisor, October 2011 – February 2012 • Led team of five claims adjusters, coaching each to exceed expectations as determined by Farmers • Improved overall rankings of each team member one performance category • Developed three claims representatives who were promoted within the company • Created career maps and steps to reach their goals with team members Special Property Claims Representative, January, 2008 – June, 2010 • Designed curriculum for advanced training courses • Controlled costs through proactively handling claims and using effective problem solving strategies • Created library of settlement letters to increase efficiency and eliminate Department of Insurance fines • Trained staff on errors and omissions helping resulting in $150,000 in collections Missouri Farm Bureau, Jefferson City, MO September, 2005-January, 2008 Property Claims Specialist • Handled first and third party field property claims of all sizes and complexities in assigned territory • Trained two adjusters through field rides, policy interpretation, customer service and estimate training • Organized and oversaw storm team of Independent Adjusters, March 2006 EDUCATION University of Missouri, Columbia, MO August, 2001- May, 2005 • Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management with a Minor in Hotel and Restaurant Management VOLUNTEER Barry Quadrangle Condominium Board of Directors • Nine member panel responsible for oversight of 116 unit, four-building, $500,000 condo association budget • Coordinated projects and reviewed proposals for maintenance, repair, and capital projects • Acted as liaison between members, management, insurance companies, and contractors Alpha Gamma Sigma Fraternity National Board of Directors • Created and led career preparation and interview practicing for current members • Acted as liaison between Alpha Gamma Sigma and University of Missouri career counselors Big Brothers, Big Sisters • Maintained a relationship with an under-privileged teen to promote a drug-free and productive life
  • 2. • Entertained and tutored little brother once a month from age twelve until a current sophomore in college