James Crossan

James Crossan

Claims Specialist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director of Assessments & Risk Manager at The Institutes

  • Education

    • Villanova University

      1985 - 1989
      Liberal Arts English

      Activities and Societies: Delta Kappa Epsilon Fraternity

  • Experience

    • PMA Companies

      Jun 1990 - May 1995
      Claims Specialist

      Handled casualty claims for several east coast jurisdictions, presented claim results to customers and discussed claim strategy, reserve and resolution, and participated on Accelerated Claim Resolution Team.

    • Danella Companies

      May 1995 - Aug 1997
      Assistant Claims Manager

      Oversaw the handling of casualty claims, completed claim reports and reported results to the CFO, highlighted risk exposures and worked with the Safety Department, partnered with outside counsel on insurance matters, initiated a modified duty program and assisted employees with insurance matters.

    • UGI Corporation

      Aug 1997 - Apr 2018

      Completed trending and exposure analysis for management, formulated claim strategy and claim handling instructions, implemented policies and procedures for compliance, reviewed insurance policies and contract language and supported subsidiaries with insurance needs. Created an insurance portal for 5000+ users, reported claims to excess carriers, implemented SOX compliance process, improved RIMS reporting capabilities by streamlining data capture, negotiated reduced fee for fast-track claims saving over $50,000 in claims fees annually. Show less Managed relationship with claims administrator, point person for numerous RIMS reporting systems, crafted analytical reports for senior management, partnered with internal and external stakeholders on claim investigation, exposure, legal proceedings, Proof of Loss statements and excess claim reimbursement. Provided subsidiaries with insurance policy information and interpretation, reviewed contracts, acquired bonds and certificates, assisted in compiling underwriting data for insurance renewal and built ACCESS databases to maximize efficiency. Show less

      • Senior Risk Analyst

        Aug 2001 - Apr 2018
      • Risk Analyst

        Aug 1997 - Aug 2001
    • The Institutes

      Jul 2018 - now
      Director of Assessments & Risk Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to James Crossan
      2012 United Way Chairperson of the Year United Way of Southeastern PA Oct 2012
    • Awarded to James Crossan
      St. John Neumann Award St. Teresa of Avila Parish Jan 1999 Taught religious education classes and lead the Youth Group for St. Teresa of Avila Parish
  • Volunteer Experience

    • President

      Issued by Friends of the North Wales Library on Sept 2016
      Friends of the North Wales LibraryAssociated with James Crossan
    • CYO Coach Track & Cross-Country Teams

      Issued by Saint Stanislaus on Apr 2016
      Saint StanislausAssociated with James Crossan
    • UGI/AmeriGas United Way Campaign

      Issued by United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey on Mar 2003
      United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New JerseyAssociated with James Crossan
    • Big Brothers Big Sisters Board Member & Mentor

      Issued by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America on Jan 1992
      Big Brothers Big Sisters of AmericaAssociated with James Crossan
    • HOPE Volunteer

      Issued by St. Rose of Lima Church on Aug 2006
      St. Rose of Lima ChurchAssociated with James Crossan