TORONTO – ClaimsPro, Canada’s leading provider of independent claims adjusting services and an SCM company, today announced the appointment of Richard Swierczynski as Director, Cargo and Commercial Transportation Special Investigations Unit. Richard joins ClaimsPro’s Transportation, Equipment and Cargo (TEC) team, a specialized services division focused on providing claims support to the transportation and trucking industries.
Richard is an executive general adjuster and brings over 25 years of experience to his new role. Prior to joining ClaimsPro, he was president of his own independent adjusting firm that specialized in the investigation of Cargo and Commercial Transportation Thefts, as well as the adjustment of complex insurance claims relating to the trucking and transportation industries. He has worked closely with many regional police departments, proving to be a valuable resource while assisting with commercial auto crime investigations.
In his new role, Richard will be based out of ClaimsPro’s Oakville branch and will work closely with the national team of TEC adjusters, providing leadership for adjusting and investigating complex transportation and cargo theft claims. He will also work closely with SCM’s sister company Xpera, leveraging their expertise with risk mitigation and claim investigations.
“We are delighted to have Richard join our national TEC team,” said Drew Knox, Vice President TEC & Marine Services. “Richard brings a wealth of experience and knowledge from the insurance and transportation industries, and his direct experience working with law enforcement organizations will add tremendous value to our national team, especially through mentorship for our adjusters serving clients.”
ClaimsPro’s Transportation, Equipment & Cargo (TEC) division offers claims services specific to the transportation and trucking sector as it pertains to collision, cargo, total loss and salvage valuations, environmental, subrogation, accident benefits, and liability investigations. ClaimsPro’s team of specialized adjusters provide services to clients throughout North America and internationally. TEC is part of ClaimsPro’s Specialty Risk Division (SRD), led by Sean Forgie, Senior Vice President, SRD.
“Richard’s background and knowledge of multiple industries is quite impressive and we are excited to have him join our national team under Drew’s leadership,” said Sean Forgie. “We look forward to continuing to grow our Transportation, Equipment and Cargo division, and meeting the needs of our customers in Canada and internationally.”
For more information, please contact:
Lorri Frederick
President
ClaimsPro
T: 905.564.0654
E: lorri.frederick@scm.ca