John Wenz

Background

About John Wenz

Team-oriented individual with proven leadership skills. Recreational Marine/Watercraft expert. Unique experience combining broad background in the yacht and boat business along with extensive technical knowledge, loss control and risk management experience, and a proven ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients. Described by senior-level executives as a "key team member" and "key to managing the line's profitability" while serving as the sole technical expert for the ACE/Chubb Rec Marine underwriting team. Relevant Skills and Abilities • Familiar with ABYC, NFPA, CFR and IMO regulations pertaining to pleasure craft and commercial vessels • Cruising and racing experience as yacht captain of sail and motor yachts, worldwide. • Background in marine insurance, admiralty law, accounting, marketing, IT. • “Hands-on” boat and yacht repair and refit experience, including wood, metal, and frp hulls and systems. • Communication skills include one-on-one with agents and clients, as well as public and industry presentations. • Marine survey experience includes pre-purchase, claims, and post-storm CAT team participation. • Sales experience includes the operation of a boat dealership. • Diverse projects include: Historic yacht restorations, “Stars & Stripes” America’s Cup winning campaign, Co-skipper of “sun21” solar-powered transatlantic crossing. USCG 47'MLB Service Life Extension Program. Accomplishments: Contributed to revised underwriting position papers. Reviewed existing ACE “Photo Self-Survey Program” files and updated the program to leverage digital technology. Developed “Towing Best Practices” and proposed tiered towing endorsements. Developed vessel-appropriate Safety Management Plan for crewed yachts. Developed hot-work protocol for large yachts. Established “Preferred Products and Services Directory” for yacht owners. Updated and enhanced Rec Marine safety and maintenance reference library for clients. Produced copy for branded version of Annual Boating Safety Tips based on USCG data. Proposed pre-CAT loss control strategies leveraging digital technology. Demonstrated the value of internal Rec Marine “boots on the ground” for CAT duty. Worked with Rec Marine claims staff to mitigate large claims and to develop underwriting strategies based on loss trends. Published articles and provided content for print and social media. Reviewed client voyage plans for special hazards.