Gina Simondi
Saint Charles
Summary
Results-driven workers’ compensation leader with 25 years of industry experience, including 17 years in leadership roles. Proven expertise across the full spectrum of claims management—from medical-only to complex, multi-million-dollar losses—spanning multiple jurisdictions. Skilled in team development, operational strategy, compliance, and client relationship management, with a track record of delivering high-quality outcomes and driving efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor, Workers’ Compensation
Sedgwick CMS
05.2013 - Current
- Lead and develop a team of up to 7 adjusters handling medical-only, indemnity, and high-exposure claims
- Oversee claims operations for key accounts including State Farm; previously supported CommonSpirit and Atlas programs
- Drive performance management, quality assurance, and process consistency across jurisdictions (CA, AZ)
- Partner with senior leadership and clients to ensure service excellence and operational alignment
Unit Manager, West Region
Hanover Insurance Group
Roseville, CA
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Built and managed a multi-state workers’ compensation team (CA, CO, TX, OK)
- Directed workflow development, compliance initiatives, and large loss claim reviews
- Managed vendor partnerships and operational budgets, ensuring cost control and efficiency
- Led hiring, onboarding, and training of new staff
Claim Consultant
Sedgwick CMS
Rancho Cordova, CA
02.2011 - 09.2012
- Managed high-volume caseload (~160 claims) for a dedicated Wells Fargo program
- Collaborated directly with client stakeholders, including participation in annual strategy meetings
- Delivered consistent claim resolution and maintained strong service performance metrics
Claims Supervisor
York Insurance (now Sedgwick, formerly Avizent)
El Dorado Hills, CA
01.2008 - 02.2011
- Supervised a team of 6 lost-time adjusters supporting Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
- Oversaw an inventory of ~900 claims, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance
- Mentored staff across varying experience levels to improve technical and operational performance
Claims Examiner
Travelers; Liberty Mutual Insurance
08.2000 - 01.2008
- Handled a broad range of workers’ compensation claims, building foundational expertise in investigation, evaluation, and resolution
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Davis
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Skyline College
Skills
- 25 years workers’ compensation experience (8 years adjusting, 17 years leadership)- excellent problem solver
- Multi-jurisdictional expertise (CA, AZ, CO, TX, OK)
- Large loss and complex claims management
- Team leadership, coaching, and talent development
- Operational workflow design and compliance oversight
- Client and vendor relationship management
- Budget management and expense control
- SIP Certified WCCA WCCP ARM (in progress)
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacy Technician (1996–2003)
- Alpha Phi Sorority Member/ Co-Coordinator, Peer Counseling Group
- Conversational Spanish
Timeline
Supervisor, Workers’ Compensation
Sedgwick CMS
05.2013 - Current
Unit Manager, West Region
Hanover Insurance Group
09.2012 - 05.2013
Claim Consultant
Sedgwick CMS
02.2011 - 09.2012
Claims Supervisor
York Insurance (now Sedgwick, formerly Avizent)
01.2008 - 02.2011
Claims Examiner
Travelers; Liberty Mutual Insurance
08.2000 - 01.2008
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Skyline College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Davis