Monique Thomas has over 15 years of experience in insurance claims and underwriting. She currently works as a Bodily Injury Claims Representative for DMA Claims Management, where she processes, adjusts, and settles claims as a third party administrator. Previously, she worked as an Auto Claims Adjuster for Safeway Insurance and a Claims Representative for Esurance Insurance Co. She has a bachelor's degree in business marketing from Prairie View A&M University.
Seasoned risk manager and underwriter with nationwide underwriting experience looking to bring my underwriting skills and knowledge to a new and growing organization. Lead underwriter for the Trucking and Motor Truck Cargo portfolios for new business and renewal accounts. Professional lines, General Liability, Business Auto, Property and Casualty, Inland Marine, Workers Compensation and Umbrella underwriter as well. Providing exceptional customer service, risk analysis and carrier acceptability for insurance organizations.
Seasoned risk manager and underwriter with nationwide underwriting experience looking to bring my underwriting skills and knowledge to a new and growing organization. Lead underwriter for the Trucking and Motor Truck Cargo portfolios for new business and renewal accounts. Professional lines, General Liability, Business Auto, Property and Casualty, Inland Marine, Workers Compensation and Umbrella underwriter as well. Providing exceptional customer service, risk analysis and carrier acceptability for insurance organizations.
1. Monique Thomas
930 Figueroa Terrace
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Cell: (678) 278-5474
Email: monique.patterson@gmail.com
A insurance professional with strong and diverse knowledge in handling insurance underwriting activities.
Professional Skills:
Comprehensive knowledge of the policies and procedures of underwriting
In-depth knowledge of insurance principles and practices,insurance processing methods and
insurance types
Organized and has the ability to communicate proficiently to clients and team members
Ability to handle multiple projects and work efficiently in a fast and dynamic work environment
Strong time management, problem solving and multitasking skills
EXPERIENCE:
2013 to current DMA CLAIMS MANAGEMENT Glendale, CA
Bodily Injury Claims Representative
Responsible for the processing,adjusting and settling of claims as a third party administrator (TPA)
for Alliance United Insurance Company, Response Indemnity, Business Alliance Insurance Co.
Communicate with Management in weekly team meetings about changing trends,
characteristics of claims, vehicles, and degree of impact, medical expenses and severity of injuries.
Maintained effective and productive relationships with attorneys,brokers, medical providers and repair
shops.
Managed files and provided information to insured’s on new polices as well as educating them on their
policy coverage’s.
Analyze exposure in relation to drivers who are listed and unlisted on the policy.
Complied with state claims regulations for claims handling such as sending status letters,resolving
coverage within 30 days and making contact with insured’s and claimants within 24 hours.
Evaluate bodily injury claims and effectively negotiates settlements with attorneys and claimants.
Completed thorough coverage investigations to alert underwriting of new vehicle additions, unlisted
drivers, garaging changes,dui’s, material misrepresentation and unlicensed drivers.
2012-2013 Safeway Insurance Alpharetta,GA
Auto Claims Adjuster
Refer claims to underwriting to evaluate based on information assessed in the conclusion of their
coverage investigation.
Confirmed coverage through accurate application of policy detail, drivers, and vehicles and associated
coverage.
Completed necessary negligence investigation and make timely/accurate decisions about fault.
Analyzed and evaluate relevant information and documentation to assess properresolution of claims
Corresponded with agents and claimants, or interview them to correct errors or omissions on claim
forms and investigate questionable entries.
Maintained current and quality claim diary.
Submit documents to the DMV to records accidents over $750.00.
2009-2012 ADG Enterprises Suwanee, GA
Office Assistant
Assisted in the pursuitand preparation of government proposalsfor contracts.
Prepared key project proposals and prepared important business reports.
Oversaw staff on a variety of projects and trained new recruits on work processes.
Organized company executive’s meetings, calendars and daily activities.
2. 2006-2009 Esurance Insurance Co. Alpharetta, GA
Claims Representative
Identified and Investigated liability exposures for multiple vehicle losses.
Assisted branch in achieving departmental goals, which resulted in branch meeting quarter end metrics
as well as company increase in revenue.
Utilized rating software to audit clients that are a potential risk, identify their exposure level to the
company, and referring them to underwriting for final review.
Handled multiple States: Texas, VA, GA, SC, FL, LA
Analyzed and settled Total loss claims for damage.
Used and navigated claims application systems.
EDUCATION: August 2002 B.A. Business Marketing Prairie View A & M University