Andrea Garske
About Andrea Garske
Andrea Garske is the Vice President, Operations Claims Manager at FM Global, with extensive international experience in property and construction claims.
Current Role and Responsibilities
Andrea Garske is currently the Vice President, Operations Claims Manager at FM Global. She has held this position since 2016 and is based in Sydney, Australia. In this capacity, she leads a team that specializes in handling substantial and intricate claims within the sectors of Property, Mining, and Energy. Her role involves managing operations and providing strategic oversight to ensure efficient claims processing and client satisfaction.
Career at FM Global
Andrea Garske has an extensive career at FM Global, spanning over two decades. She began as a Senior Adjuster from 2002 to 2012, working in Windsor, UK, and Sydney, Australia. She then advanced to General Adjuster, a role she held from 2013 to 2015 in Paris, France. Her consistent performance and industry expertise led to her current role as Vice President, Operations Claims Manager, beginning in 2016.
Previous Experience in Claims Management
Before joining FM Global, Andrea Garske accumulated significant experience in claims management. She worked for Independent Insurance Company Limited as a Senior Claims Adjuster - Property & Construction from 1998 to 2001, based in London, United Kingdom. Earlier in her career, she was a Loss Adjuster at McLarens Toplis in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, from 1994 to 1998.
Education and Professional Training
Andrea Garske’s educational background includes a BA (Hons) in Economics from the University of Northumbria at Newcastle. She has also completed various professional training programs, including the ACII with 6 Distinctions from the Chartered Insurance Institute. Additionally, she has attended the Australian Institute of Company Directors and completed the High Impact Leadership program at Columbia Business School.
International Work Experience
Andrea Garske has gathered extensive international work experience throughout her career. She has held positions in various locations, including the UK, France, and Australia. This diverse background has provided her with a broad perspective and specialized knowledge in handling claims across different markets, enhancing her capabilities in her current leadership role at FM Global.