Objective
Work with a marine company and secure a future for myself and my family. Any work dealing with ships, cargo or damage would be considered. Please read my resume and contact me if you have any questions.
Experience
Please review my resume:
After many years of dealing with the auto, heavy equipment and marine industry, I feel I have a great deal of knowledge to share with your company. I have extensive experience dealing with agents, insured’s, claimants, lawyers, mechanics, claim handlers and of course my superiors regarding all types of Insurance claims. I am very interested in learning more about this opportunity and hope you look over my resume and contact me with any questions. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Brian Flynn Jr.
My Objective:
My objective is to work for a company that I can make a future with and feel like I’m contributing to the betterment of the organization.
Qualifications:
Four and a half years of experience handling all types of claims and appraisals for a large Insurance carrier. I am a licensed New York State and Ct. damage appraiser.
I have excellent customer service and negotiation skills. I have inspected hundreds of autos, heavy equipment pieces and boats, from a 6 foot dingy to luxury yachts. I handled negotiations before, during, and after repairs but most always have an agreed repair price before work starts. I am able to work independently with minimal supervision, have experience with training and development of less tenured representatives. I have a good knowledge of computers and I am not afraid of a challenge.
Experience:
Travelers Insurance Company: March 2005 – September 2009
Hired as an auto appraiser, however after 6 months I was promoted, trained than
re-classified as a Heavy Equipment & Crane Tech Specialist. I became a mentor for new appraisers getting into the Specialty Claim Field. I saw everything from a printing press to a building mounted crane. Approximately three years later Travelers had an opening in the Boat and Yacht Division using in house damage appraisers. I applied for the position and was hired. After a short training period (3 days) I was seeing claims for the Boat and Yacht Specialty Division. My responsibilities were to handle the workload for downstate NY, CT and NJ areas.
In addition to my normal working conditions I was also called upon to work on
cat duty. I responded to a total of 5 disasters (2 in New Orleans, 1 in Florida & 2 in Binghamton, NY). The 2 in Binghamton I handled alone from cradle to grave. We usually worked as individuals however on special occasion the division worked together as a team to solve large volume claims (many items same location).
Car Buyers Market Sales Manager: October 2002 - March 2005
Originally hired as an Internet Salesman, within 8 months I was promoted to Internet Sales Manager. I hired and trained sales force of 5 people including myself.
My responsibilities included the tutelage for four sales representatives and being responsible for their actions. Interviewing, hiring and terminating of sales representatives that reported to me. Bill collections and making sure the sales force exceeded the past years revenue of each territory. I interfaced between my sales representatives and clients than became the liaison between the GM and other staff during weekly meetings. I was considered the companies largest collector of past due accounts and largest revenue generator each quarter. I expanded growth and client share in my market area by turning the territory around from the manager before me.
Alines Auto Sales: July 2000 - September 2002
Hired as an automobile salesman than became responsible for other avenues the company was involved in. Primary responsibility was to generate income with auto sales than schedule service work and handle all finance details. Alines had a company owned fleet of five car carriers that transported all vehicles from local car dealerships to and from auto auctions. I handled all pick up and drop off scheduling while keeping the log books organized. I negotiated with each vender and made sure each customer we touched was handled with care. My roll included the daily operations of the business; such as, opening and closing, all keys for premises, inventory, plus interfacing with the alarm company.
Frank & Dicks Marina and Bait Station: June 1996 - June 2000
I purchased the business from the original owner of over 30 years.
As the owner I was responsible for the daily operations of the business.
Planning was paramount since business was located on a private island with no land access. “I learned the hard way” I did it all, from hiring to the maintenance of most of the equipment - generators, solar, inverters, fuel pumps, boats, rigging, fuel barge, docks, store and my home on the island. I maintained a close working relationship with the Coast Guard, DEC, and Marine Police in the Great South Bay waters. Delegated work to a minimum staff of ten employees. I sold the business after 4 years with increased fuel volume from 225K gallons to 472K gallons per season. The business sold everything from sun tan oil to shark fishing bait. Hours of operation ran from 4:30am until 9:00pm almost 8 months a year. I sold the business and purchased a summer home on a private island on the south shore of Long Island powered only by solar and battery which I still own today.
Patchogue Shores Marina: (Part Time): March 1990 - May 1996
I started with this marina to learn about the boating industry. I began as cleaning and boat show set up person. I was working under the tutelage of the owner to learn the boat business. We sold new and used power boats of all varieties from 10 feet to 60 feet. This was strictly a hands on operation of learning everything from listening to complaints from the customers, to analyzing problems with mechanics regarding engines, hulls, interiors, and ordering the correct parts for the repairs. Transported boats to all shows and sold each product we offered. Sold boats at NYC Javits Show and Miami Shows yearly.
Safelite Auto Glass: September 1991 - May 1996
I was originally hired as a salesman for the insurance industry pushing Safelite to be used when an insurance agent received a claim from his/her clients. I grew the business every quarter and each year always winning the Millionaires Club Award.
I was responsible for all glass sold from Smithtown, NY to Montauk Point, NY. I became the only salesman ever to multi task a commercial and insurance book of business. Some accomplishments I had while at Safelite are:
Increased production by 200% awarded Millionaires Club Award yearly.
Started and doubled the existing commercial book of business for Safelite.
Lowered expenses and had business grow because of relationships.
Ran seminars for PIA and IIA agents plus spoke at the continuing education classes.
Attended and represented Safelite at all industry trade shows, meetings, dinners, etc.
Spoke at most PIA and IIA seminars. Built bonds with insurance agents and body shops some still exist today. I always remembered to listen to my clients needs and never forgot to say “Thank You”.
SKILLS:
Over the years I have resolved personal /commercial/ specialty line claims, face-to-face and over the phone. I have been responsible for handling claims in accordance with prescribed authorizations and state laws, promptly and effectively. I assisted on catastrophic losses, worked on CAT teams for weeks at a time to resolve losses. Analytical skills required to make decisions and negotiate conflicts, able to apply law of jurisdiction to facts, excellent organizational skills, command of written and communication skills for contact and /or negotiations. I always think outside the box if a solution is not easily seen. I am very familiar with the salvage and auction area of the auto business as I was the youngest auctioneer licensed auctioneer in New York State.
Brian Flynn Jr.
REFERENCES:
Available upon request.
Education
Auctioneer, Heavy Equipment training, cranes, all yellow equipment, any marine related componant.
Certification
NY Damage Appraiser
CT Damage Appraiser
Skils
People and negotiation skills.
Please review my resume:
After many years of dealing with the auto, heavy equipment and marine industry, I feel I have a great deal of knowledge to share with your company. I have extensive experience dealing with agents, insured’s, claimants, lawyers, mechanics, claim handlers and of course my superiors regarding all types of Insurance claims. I am very interested in learning more about this opportunity and hope you look over my resume and contact me with any questions. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Brian Flynn Jr.
My Objective:
My objective is to work for a company that I can make a future with and feel like I’m contributing to the betterment of the organization.
Qualifications:
Four and a half years of experience handling all types of claims and appraisals for a large Insurance carrier. I am a licensed New York State and Ct. damage appraiser.
I have excellent customer service and negotiation skills. I have inspected hundreds of autos, heavy equipment pieces and boats, from a 6 foot dingy to luxury yachts. I handled negotiations before, during, and after repairs but most always have an agreed repair price before work starts. I am able to work independently with minimal supervision, have experience with training and development of less tenured representatives. I have a good knowledge of computers and I am not afraid of a challenge.
Experience:
Travelers Insurance Company: March 2005 – September 2009
Hired as an auto appraiser, however after 6 months I was promoted, trained than
re-classified as a Heavy Equipment & Crane Tech Specialist. I became a mentor for new appraisers getting into the Specialty Claim Field. I saw everything from a printing press to a building mounted crane. Approximately three years later Travelers had an opening in the Boat and Yacht Division using in house damage appraisers. I applied for the position and was hired. After a short training period (3 days) I was seeing claims for the Boat and Yacht Specialty Division. My responsibilities were to handle the workload for downstate NY, CT and NJ areas.
In addition to my normal working conditions I was also called upon to work on
cat duty. I responded to a total of 5 disasters (2 in New Orleans, 1 in Florida & 2 in Binghamton, NY). The 2 in Binghamton I handled alone from cradle to grave. We usually worked as individuals however on special occasion the division worked together as a team to solve large volume claims (many items same location).
Car Buyers Market Sales Manager: October 2002 - March 2005
Originally hired as an Internet Salesman, within 8 months I was promoted to Internet Sales Manager. I hired and trained sales force of 5 people including myself.
My responsibilities included the tutelage for four sales representatives and being responsible for their actions. Interviewing, hiring and terminating of sales representatives that reported to me. Bill collections and making sure the sales force exceeded the past years revenue of each territory. I interfaced between my sales representatives and clients than became the liaison between the GM and other staff during weekly meetings. I was considered the companies largest collector of past due accounts and largest revenue generator each quarter. I expanded growth and client share in my market area by turning the territory around from the manager before me.
Alines Auto Sales: July 2000 - September 2002
Hired as an automobile salesman than became responsible for other avenues the company was involved in. Primary responsibility was to generate income with auto sales than schedule service work and handle all finance details. Alines had a company owned fleet of five car carriers that transported all vehicles from local car dealerships to and from auto auctions. I handled all pick up and drop off scheduling while keeping the log books organized. I negotiated with each vender and made sure each customer we touched was handled with care. My roll included the daily operations of the business; such as, opening and closing, all keys for premises, inventory, plus interfacing with the alarm company.
Frank & Dicks Marina and Bait Station: June 1996 - June 2000
I purchased the business from the original owner of over 30 years.
As the owner I was responsible for the daily operations of the business.
Planning was paramount since business was located on a private island with no land access. “I learned the hard way” I did it all, from hiring to the maintenance of most of the equipment - generators, solar, inverters, fuel pumps, boats, rigging, fuel barge, docks, store and my home on the island. I maintained a close working relationship with the Coast Guard, DEC, and Marine Police in the Great South Bay waters. Delegated work to a minimum staff of ten employees. I sold the business after 4 years with increased fuel volume from 225K gallons to 472K gallons per season. The business sold everything from sun tan oil to shark fishing bait. Hours of operation ran from 4:30am until 9:00pm almost 8 months a year. I sold the business and purchased a summer home on a private island on the south shore of Long Island powered only by solar and battery which I still own today.
Patchogue Shores Marina: (Part Time): March 1990 - May 1996
I started with this marina to learn about the boating industry. I began as cleaning and boat show set up person. I was working under the tutelage of the owner to learn the boat business. We sold new and used power boats of all varieties from 10 feet to 60 feet. This was strictly a hands on operation of learning everything from listening to complaints from the customers, to analyzing problems with mechanics regarding engines, hulls, interiors, and ordering the correct parts for the repairs. Transported boats to all shows and sold each product we offered. Sold boats at NYC Javits Show and Miami Shows yearly.
Safelite Auto Glass: September 1991 - May 1996
I was originally hired as a salesman for the insurance industry pushing Safelite to be used when an insurance agent received a claim from his/her clients. I grew the business every quarter and each year always winning the Millionaires Club Award.
I was responsible for all glass sold from Smithtown, NY to Montauk Point, NY. I became the only salesman ever to multi task a commercial and insurance book of business. Some accomplishments I had while at Safelite are:
Increased production by 200% awarded Millionaires Club Award yearly.
Started and doubled the existing commercial book of business for Safelite.
Lowered expenses and had business grow because of relationships.
Ran seminars for PIA and IIA agents plus spoke at the continuing education classes.
Attended and represented Safelite at all industry trade shows, meetings, dinners, etc.
Spoke at most PIA and IIA seminars. Built bonds with insurance agents and body shops some still exist today. I always remembered to listen to my clients needs and never forgot to say “Thank You”.
SKILLS:
Over the years I have resolved personal /commercial/ specialty line claims, face-to-face and over the phone. I have been responsible for handling claims in accordance with prescribed authorizations and state laws, promptly and effectively. I assisted on catastrophic losses, worked on CAT teams for weeks at a time to resolve losses. Analytical skills required to make decisions and negotiate conflicts, able to apply law of jurisdiction to facts, excellent organizational skills, command of written and communication skills for contact and /or negotiations. I always think outside the box if a solution is not easily seen. I am very familiar with the salvage and auction area of the auto business as I was the youngest auctioneer licensed auctioneer in New York State.
Brian Flynn Jr.
REFERENCES:
Available upon request.