Duane Benz

About Duane Benz

With over two decades of experience in risk management, I specialize in casualty claims, insurance, and self-insured services. Currently serving as Vice President of Business Development at Sedgwick Claims Management Services, I am driven by a mission to foster relationships and enable innovative solutions that align with our organization\'s commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. My collaborative approach brings diverse perspectives to the team, ensuring we meet and exceed client expectations in a competitive market. At Sedgwick, I lead initiatives to expand our casualty claims services, leveraging expertise in sales and property and casualty insurance. By partnering with cross-functional teams, we deliver tailored solutions that address client needs and drive organizational growth. This role builds on my long-standing contributions to Sedgwick’s business development, where I consistently supported clients with strategic insights and comprehensive service offerings.

Experience

1. Director, Business Development

   Sedgwick

   Oct 2009 — Present · WI, US

   Business development for casualty claims, insurance and self insured services as well as customer service and warranty administrative services

Education

• Elmhurst University

  Marketing and Administration, Marketing and Finance

  1987 — 1989

• Elmhurst University

  BS, Marketing and Finance

  1987 — 1989

Skills

• Liability
• Reinsurance
• Underwriting
• Subrogation
• Claim
• Risk Management
• Professional Liability
• Health Insurance
• Managed Care
• Disability Insurance
• Commercial Insurance
• Medicare
• Insurance
• Strategic Planning
• Claims Management
• General Insurance
• Executive Management
• Healthcare
• Litigation Management
• Employee Benefits