This document provides a summary of Joseph Kolakowski's experience and qualifications as a Benefits Executive and Risk Management professional. It outlines his current role as Chief of Benefits Administration for the Philadelphia Parking Authority where he is responsible for benefits plans covering over 1,000 employees. Key accomplishments include negotiating insurance renewals, analyzing and improving dental and vision plans, and creating an online benefits portal. The summary highlights over 15 years of experience in benefits administration and payroll management.

1. 635-86360DRAFT00DRAFTJOSEPH KOLAKOWSKI<br />11625 Kelvin Avenue<br />Philadelphia, PA 19116<br />JKolak59@gmail.com ▪ (215) 683-9668 ▪ (215) 676-1972<br />-9525508000<br />BENEFITS EXECUTIVE, RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE PROFESSIONAL <br />05524500<br />A results-driven benefits executive, risk management and insurance expert, known as a detail oriented decision maker, problem solver and knowledgeable benefits advocate. Insurance contract negotiator with extensive experience and proven track record for minimizing employer cost while maximizing employee benefit coverage. During this career established consistent performance record that boasts cost containment through plan audits and management controls along with exceptional leadership skills. A benefits professional recognized for building rapport and sustaining team work with key business partners. Insurance professional credentialed with CEBS, ChFC, CLU, REBC and CPCU designations among others. Creative benefits web designer promoting employee self-service with site providing details and features about plan coverage.<br />5359401206500<br />PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE<br />PHILADELPHIA PARKING AUTHORITY - Philadelphia, PA 1989 - Present <br />The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) provides residents, businesses and visitors to Philadelphia with comprehensive parking management services. PPA responsibilities include developing the supply of reasonably priced off-street parking and regulating the use of on-street parking.<br />Chief of Benefits Administration (2004 – Present)<br />Responsible for all aspects of group employee benefits for 1,000+ employees. Provide customer service to employees with benefits orientation, eligibility resolution, plan details and benefit claims. Administer union health and welfare and legal services plans. Enroll employees in pension retirement plan and complete all procedures with regard to termination for pension withdrawals and application for service retirement benefits.

2. Negotiated eight group health care insurance renewals with four renewals resulting in no increase in employer paid health insurance premiums and one modest increase in employee out-of-pocket expenses. Group health care plan averaged an annual premium increase of less than 7% in eight plan years.