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“To manage the many complexities in the marine industry, you have to stay on your toes. Every facet is unique. Clients appreciate our thorough approach, and the fact that everyone here possesses a desire to help.”
Practice Area: Marine Insurance
Jim is a Marine Account Executive and brings over a decade of experience to our Marine Department. He specializes in developing complex insurance programs tailored to the specific needs of each client. His primary areas of focus are tug and barge operations, marine construction, shipyards, marinas, passenger vessels, stock throughput and ocean cargo.
Jim started his insurance career as an underwriter for two major marine carriers. He spent six years as an underwriter, bringing unique insights from the insurance company perspective. Since then, he has fallen seamlessly into the marine department and manages a large and diverse groups of clients in all sectors of the maritime industry. He assists his clients with coverage analysis, contract analysis, negotiations, and complex special projects.
Jim holds the rank of Master Sergeant and is active in the US Army Reserves; he has significant experience in his Military Occupation Specialty of Psychological Operations. He is currently the Operations Sergeant of his battalion and he leverages his experience and technical and tactical knowledge to advise the battalion staff. He is a decorated Soldier for his service and for his actions during two deployments to Afghanistan and one to Djibouti, where he planned and conducted tactical operations, managed high level information operations, interacted with foreign leaders, and provided specialized training to foreign militaries.
Currently, Jim is serving as a Board Member of Portland’s Maritime Commerce Club and Emerging Professionals of Portland. He greatly enjoys the opportunity to give back to the maritime industry and other young professionals in Portland.
Outside of work, you can find Jim just about anywhere. During the week, you can typically find him at the gym or at a happy hour. On the weekend, he’ll either be enjoying good food and drinks with friends, or finding an adventure somewhere outside of Portland.
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