Joe Benkelman
About Joe Benkelman
Joe Benkelman serves as the Director of Insurance Channels at SambaSafety, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in the insurance industry, having held leadership positions at various companies over the past several decades.
Work at SambaSafety
Joe Benkelman has served as the Director of Insurance Channels at SambaSafety since 2017. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing the company's insurance-related initiatives. He has played a significant part in implementing a comprehensive, continuous monitoring system for driving records across the United States and Canada. Under his leadership, SambaSafety has expanded its customer base to over 14,000 clients, covering all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Canada. His contributions have also included the development of online driver training and accident/incident tracking solutions.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Before joining SambaSafety, Joe Benkelman held several key positions in the insurance industry. He worked at CRC Insurance Services, Inc. as Executive Vice President and Branch Manager from 2006 to 2015. Prior to that, he served as Vice President at American E&S from 2000 to 2006. His career in insurance began at Commercial Insurance Underwriters, where he worked as an Underwriter/Broker from 1987 to 1992. These roles provided him with extensive experience in various aspects of the insurance sector.
Education and Expertise
Joe Benkelman studied at Missouri State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Finance and Financial Management Services from 1985 to 1989. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in financial principles, which he has applied throughout his career in the insurance industry. His expertise encompasses various areas, including insurance management, underwriting, and client relations.
Career Timeline
Joe Benkelman's career spans several decades in the insurance industry. He began his professional journey in 1987 at Commercial Insurance Underwriters and continued there until 1992. He then moved to American E&S, where he worked until 2006. Following that, he spent nine years at CRC Insurance Services, Inc. before joining SambaSafety in 2017. His extensive experience reflects a deep commitment to the field of insurance and risk management.