Kelly L. Doherty-Schaffner

Executive Vice President, Head of North American Claims Group
Allied World National Assurance Company

Allied World National Assurance Company: Held various roles at Allied World National Assurance Company from 2007 to the present, with the current position being Executive Vice President, Head of North American Claims Group. Responsibilities include managing claims staff, overseeing claims operations, ensuring best practices, providing technical guidance, monitoring claim loads, and participating in projects related to claim management.

Chubb & Son, a division of Federal Insurance Company: Worked at Chubb & Son from 1998 to 2007, culminating in the role of Assistant Vice President. Managed a team of specialty claim examiners handling various claims, provided coaching and guidance, managed budgets, analyzed claim data, and supported underwriting and marketing efforts.

Cigna, Life & Health Litigation Unit: From June 1996 to November 1998, resolved life insurance claims disputes and managed healthcare benefits denial litigation.

Robinson & Cole: Between December 1993 and August 1995, provided document support to attorneys and assisted with marketing events.

Education: Graduated with a B.A. in English from the College of the Holy Cross in 1993. Received a J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law in 1997 and was admitted to the Connecticut Bar in the same year.