Title: Vice President of Claims and Litigation
Company: American Trucking and Transportation Insurance Company RRG
Location: Missoula, Montana, United States
John C. “JC” Bentz, vice president of claims and litigation at American Trucking and Transportation Insurance Company RRG, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Executives for dedication, achievements, and leadership in transportation and logistics.
With two decades of experience to his credit, Mr. Bentz has established a successful career in transportation services and logistics, specializing in claims and litigation management. He currently excels as vice president of claims and litigation at American Trucking and Transportation Insurance Company RRG, where he has been employed since 2014. In this role, he oversees all catastrophic losses and collaborates with the chief executive officer and chief operating officer to set strategic direction, govern claims, and balance operational effectiveness in alignment with the organization’s mission. His experience includes serving as manager of northwest dispatch operations at Watkins Shepard Trucking from 2013 to 2014 and as an account and distribution representative at Coca-Cola Refreshments in western Montana from 2011 to 2013. He is also a member of the Trucking Industry Defense Association and Phi Theta Kappa, and dedicates his time to community involvement with equipment transportation for the Missoula SUP Cup, The Gavel, PTSA, YMCA, and fundraising efforts for the X Games for Veterans.
Laying a solid educational foundation, Mr. Bentz earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration with a focus on management information systems from the University of Montana College of Business in 2011. He also holds several certifications, including advanced claims professional from the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance, fraud claims law associate from the American Educational Institute, legal principles claims specialist from the American Educational Institute, associate in claims law from the American Educational Institute in 2018, certified claims professional from the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance, certified claims professional in transportation from ATTIC, and a multi-line adjuster license from the State of Montana Commission of Securities and Insurance.
Reflecting on his path, Mr. Bentz, coming from humble beginnings in Seattle and Montana, has over 20 years of experience in the transportation sector. Starting in a family-owned semi tractor trailer repair facility, he worked his way up through various roles, including maintenance, driving, and merchandising. After earning his CDL, he joined Watkins and Shepherd in operations management before transitioning into transportation insurance. He now handles complex claims, including bodily injury and catastrophic losses, traveling frequently to mediate disputes across the country. He attributes his success to his adaptability and the guidance of his mentors. In the coming years, he is excited at the prospect of branching out on his own to pursue his goals in the realm of consulting or a new venture aligned with his current work. In advising aspiring professionals, he emphasizes the importance of humility, noting that a modest and respectful attitude can significantly benefit one’s personal and professional growth and always staying open to opportunities, underscoring that being proactive and attentive to potential chances can lead to substantial advantages and achievements.
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