Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
professional references
personal references
Timeline
Generic

Coryn Briggs

Nanaimo,BC

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.


Skilled in investigating and analyzing liability concerning personal, casualty or property loss. Proven history of leveraging excellent negotiation skills to facilitate settlements.


Excellent communication skills demonstrated through sixteen years of experience interviewing insureds, witnesses and claimants to compile information.


Knowledgeable Yoga Instructor and Wellness Consultant offering over twenty-five years years of experience as a group fitness instructor. Leverages diverse styles and techniques for different skill levels. Caring, patient and observant leader.


Experienced Life Coach versed in guiding individuals to build useful life skills and manage challenging circumstances. Compassionate and energetic with in-depth understanding of coaching processes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Yoga For Trauma Practitioner & Empowerment Coach

Self Employed
03.2018 - Current
  • Currently facilitate Yoga and Empowerment workshops and wellness retreats in my local community
  • Facilitate Yoga for Trauma sessions for corporations; Mental Health, Yoga For Trauma Workshops nationwide. Women’s Shelter (CrossRoads) EMS, Fire, Healthcare and Police
  • Work with clients referred from healthcare practitioners, WCB, etc
  • Create individual wellness programs, encompassing management of PTSD symptoms, trauma and other mental health challenges
  • Facilitate and lead online and in person 1;1 and group coaching sessions
  • Keynote Speaker Women of Influence Awards Grande Prairie AB March 8, 2023
  • Facilitated Yoga for Mental Health sessions at the Co-operators for multiple sessions in 2023
  • Facilitated Yoga for NorthWestern Polytechnic for three years, including instructors, athletes and public

Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster

The Co-operators Claims Department
01.2012 - Current
  • Investigation, negotiation, and settlement of complex bodily injury claims
  • Interpret coverage, reserve adequately, negotiate and settle complex bodily injury claims
  • Contact claimants, lawyers, policy holders and witnesses in a timely manner in the investigation and resolution of claims
  • Handle complex files in defense litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), using litigation management guidelines
  • Interpret the automobile policy and dispute liability when appropriate
  • Claims Helping Empower Women panelist discussions through Co-operators
  • Volunteer Leader on Employee Resource Groups Thrive Wellness Committee & IDEA -Invisible and Visible Disabilities Group
  • Facilitated Five wellness sessions/breaks for different departments within Co-operators in 2023
  • Mentored new adjusters by sharing best practices and offering guidance on case management challenges.
  • Reduced claim costs by effectively negotiating settlements with attorneys and claimants.

Project Manager/Volunteer Position

OasisGP Foundation (Non Profit Organization)
02.2021 - 08.2023
  • Interviewing, hiring and management of staff and employees for GP Night Market Festival in Grande Prairie Alberta
  • Management of vendors for GP Night Market Festival
  • Fostering relationships with stakeholders of the City of Grande Prairie and Sponsors
  • All volunteer based work
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.

Accident Benefits Adjuster

The Co-operators Claims Department -Grande Prairie , AB
05.2008 - 01.2012
  • Investigation, negotiation, and settlement of accident benefits claims
  • Assisted policyholders in understanding their coverage, guiding them through the claims process for efficient resolution.
  • Review appropriate medical documentation and approve medical coverage for accident benefits claims
  • Contributed to a client service culture
  • Provided quality client service in accordance with claims service standards
  • Actively participated with claimants, physicians, treatment providers, employers, rehabilitation workers and other service providers in the development, approval, implementation and monitoring of appropriate case management plans for clients.
  • Enhanced claim settlement efficiency by streamlining my documentation and communication processes.

Personal Trainer & Post Rehabilitation Conditioning Specialist

Core Essentials Fitness Studio -Nanaimo B.C
01.2005 - 10.2008
  • Worked in collaboration with Doctors, Physiotherapists, Worker’s Compensation Board, Benefit Plan Coordinators and healthcare providers to facilitate back to work programs for clients
  • Streamlined scheduling processes for better time management and session availability.
  • Strengthened relationships with local businesses through joint promotions and community involvement initiatives.
  • Payroll & data entry for monthly memberships, payments and sales associated with the facility
  • Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
  • Increased client retention through consistent communication, motivation, and support.
  • Boosted personal training revenue by promoting additional services to existing clients.
  • Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.

Education

Studying To Obtain Undergraduate Degree - Psychology, Neuroscience And Behaviour

Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB
12.2027

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education And Fitness Leadership Diploma

Grande Prairie Regional College
Grande Prairie, AB
05.2004

Animal Health Diploma - Animal Health Technology

Fairview College
Fairview, AB
05.2001

High School Diploma -

John Barsby Community School
Nanaimo, BC
06.1998

Skills

  • Efficient and effective communication
  • Customer Service
  • Team Collaboration
  • Personable and relatable
  • Conflict management skills
  • Negotiation
  • Relationship building
  • Adaptability
  • Organizational skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Change Management
  • Public speaking
  • Growth Mindset

Languages

English
Elementary
French
Elementary

Certification

  • Inclusive Mindset Certification
  • Certified Soccer Canada Coach
  • Working towards Undergraduate Degree Major in Psychology (University of Athabasca)
  • 20 Hr Mindfulness Certification
  • 40Hr Yoga For Trauma Certification
  • 200 Hr Yoga Teacher Training
  • Working towards CIP Designation

professional references

  • Mike Boudreau, Technical Supervisor, The Co-operators General Insurance, Mike_boudreau@cooperators.ca
  • Krista Mitchell, Athletic Coordinator, Northwestern Polytechnic, kmitchell@NWPolytech.ca, 780-933-0942
  • MaryAnn Young, Paramedic Lead, Alberta Health Services, info@mystudios.ca, 587-609-5456

personal references

  • Jennifer MacFarlane, Team Lead Aurora Eyecare, 780-830-9105
  • Marshall McGurk, U.S Military Officer, mtmcgurk@gmail.com, 910-691-5188

Timeline

Project Manager/Volunteer Position

OasisGP Foundation (Non Profit Organization)
02.2021 - 08.2023

Yoga For Trauma Practitioner & Empowerment Coach

Self Employed
03.2018 - Current

Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster

The Co-operators Claims Department
01.2012 - Current

Accident Benefits Adjuster

The Co-operators Claims Department -Grande Prairie , AB
05.2008 - 01.2012

Personal Trainer & Post Rehabilitation Conditioning Specialist

Core Essentials Fitness Studio -Nanaimo B.C
01.2005 - 10.2008

Studying To Obtain Undergraduate Degree - Psychology, Neuroscience And Behaviour

Athabasca University

Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education And Fitness Leadership Diploma

Grande Prairie Regional College

Animal Health Diploma - Animal Health Technology

Fairview College

High School Diploma -

John Barsby Community School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Coryn Briggs