John Frank
About John Frank
John Frank serves as the Loss Prevention Center of Expertise Leader at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2017. He holds an MBA from Mercer University and a BS in Fire and Safety Engineering Technology from the University of Cincinnati, along with extensive experience in loss prevention and firefighting.
Work at AXA XL
John Frank serves as the Loss Prevention Center of Expertise Leader at AXA XL, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he oversees global high-end loss prevention research and consulting. His responsibilities include managing fire modeling projects and determining loss prevention policies. He applies engineering risk evaluation and business decision-making methodologies to develop optimal protection strategies. His extensive background in fire safety and loss prevention informs his approach to creating effective solutions for clients.
Education and Expertise
John Frank holds an MBA from Mercer University, which he completed in 2008. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Fire and Safety Engineering Technology from the University of Cincinnati in 1990. Additionally, he obtained a Graduate Certificate in Fire Protection Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute between 1997 and 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in fire safety, loss prevention, and engineering risk evaluation.
Background
John Frank has a diverse professional background that spans over three decades. He began his career in the United States Air Force, where he served as a Firefighter and Assistant Fire Chief from 1980 to 1990. After his military service, he worked at Kemper Insurance as a Loss Prevention Consultant and Engineering Manager for nine years. He also held a position as an Adjunct Instructor at City Colleges of Chicago for nearly a year in 1986. His varied experiences contribute to his comprehensive understanding of fire safety and loss prevention.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John Frank has developed innovative solutions that integrate manual firefighting techniques with technical pre-planning and fixed systems. He utilizes a combination of fire modeling, practical firefighting experience, and large-scale fire test experience to create practical protection alternatives. His work has focused on effectively reducing loss expectancies and actual losses, demonstrating his commitment to advancing loss prevention strategies in the industry.