Press Release
EnservioSelect Launches Blog Offering Expert Insight on Property Insurance Claims for Art, Collectibles and Hard-to-Value Items
Specialists share tips and viewpoints on the unique challenges of accurately cataloging and valuing fine art, treasured objects and uncommon items
NATICK, Mass. – April 29, 2010 – EnservioSelect (www.enservioselect.com), the art, collectibles, and hard-to-value items division of Enservio, the nation’s leading provider of contents inventory creation, valuation and replacement services and software, today announcedthe redesign of its website, featuring the EnservioSelect blog.
The EnservioSelect blog was created as a resource for claims adjusters and insurance carriers faced with the challenge of accurately cataloging and valuing uncommon items. The blog focuses on topics ranging from the valuation of hard-to-value items to current insurance trends and issues, as well as tips for carriers and adjusters within the world of high-end contents claims.
Many of EnservioSelect’s in-house experts have appeared as appraisers on the PBS series “Antiques Roadshow,” while others are consultants holding Masters of Fine Arts degrees, interior decorators, and other talented professionals. EnservioSelect experts contributing to the blog and responding to reader comments and questions include:
David McCarron, Fine & Decorative Arts
David has more than 25 years of experience as an appraiser and auctioneer for regional and international auction houses, including senior positions at Eldred's, Sotheby's, Boos Gallery, and most recently, Freeman's. He has been a regular appraiser on the PBS television series "Antiques Roadshow" since the show's premiere in 1997.
Tom Kirkpatrick, EnservioSelect President
With over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, Tom is known for consulting on more multi-million dollar personal property claims than anyone in the industry. Certified in USPAP by the Appraisers Association of America, Tom has extensive knowledge in antiques, oriental rugs and fine arts.
Dan Farrell, Vice President of Collector Services
Having worked for over 20 years in the field of fine and decorative arts publishing, Dan also serves as the Consulting Producer for the PBS television series "Antiques Roadshow." He has collaborated with hundreds of specialists and experts in all fields of art, antiques and collectible items and brings an unsurpassed knowledge of the most respected players in the field.
“We’re really excited about the EnservioSelect blog which is a unique and useful resource for the contents claims industry,” said Tom Kirkpatrick, President of EnservioSelect. “The blog will provide regular updates on high-end claims issues, tips and solutions from our specialists. There are so few resources like this available, which is why EnservioSelect is pioneering this effort.”
Key Links
EnservioSelect.com: http://www.enservioselect.com/
About Enservio
Enservio is the market leader in contents inventory creation, valuation and replacement. We provide software and services to property insurance carriers and their policy holders nationwide. Founded in 2004, we are headquartered near Boston, with offices and professional staff across the United States. For additional information, please visit the company's website www.enservio.com or call 888.567.7557
