Responsibilities
James DerHagopian manages a book of business that services clients in a wide range of industries, including construction, real estate, transportation, and technology. He is responsible for the coordination of daily account service needs, contract reviews, coverage analysis, and the design, negotiation, and implementation of property and casualty insurance programs for public and private sector clients. For construction projects this includes the design, marketing, and implementation of controlled insurance programs (CIPs). As well as the everyday servicing of account management, claims management, and safety services. James is also an active participant in several Conner Strong & Buckelew focus groups, including the Construction Practice Group, which works to address current industry trends, market conditions, and the resulting impact on insurance coverages for those in the construction industry.
Background
James originally joined Conner Strong & Buckelew in 2008 as a member of the Production Support Group in Philadelphia, PA. He was responsible for the analysis and placement of prospective clients’ insurance programs. Prior to joining Conner Strong & Buckelew’s New York office, James was an Underwriter for Old Republic Construction Program Group in New York, where he focused on construction accounts headquartered in New York, the Northeast, and the Mid-Atlantic regions.
Education
The College of New Jersey – Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Finance
Professional Designations
Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS)
