FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 17, 2026

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Skipton & Associates, a nationally recognized public insurance adjusting firm, is proud to announce that Jack Karlen has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (NAPIA).

Jack’s election is a reflection of his leadership, professionalism, and dedication to the public adjusting profession. Throughout his career, he has earned the respect of clients, colleagues, and industry leaders through his integrity, technical expertise, and commitment to serving policyholders. In addition to representing insureds in complex property insurance claims, Jack serves as a Committee Chair for NAPIA, where he has dedicated countless volunteer hours to advancing the Association through leadership, education, and service.

Jack is licensed as a Public Insurance Adjuster in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico, where he assists residential and commercial policyholders with complex property insurance claims.

Jack Karlen is elected to the NAPIA Board of Directors

Founded in 1951, the National Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (NAPIA) is the oldest national trade association representing public insurance adjusters. For more than 75 years, NAPIA has promoted ethical standards, professional education, consumer advocacy, and legislative leadership on behalf of policyholders and the public adjusting profession. Election to its Board of Directors is one of the highest honors within the industry and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and a commitment to advancing the profession.

At Skipton & Associates, we believe leadership extends well beyond adjusting claims. Jack’s election continues a long tradition of service within our firm. Alongside David Skipton, former President of the Rocky Mountain Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (RMAPIA), and Justin Skipton, former President of NAPIA, Jack’s election to the Board of Directors reflects our firm’s ongoing commitment to advancing the public adjusting profession through leadership, education, advocacy, and volunteer service.

“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Jack for many years, and what has always stood out to me is his integrity and the way he treats people. He’s an outstanding public adjuster, but more importantly, he’s an outstanding person. I couldn’t be prouder to see him elected to the NAPIA Board of Directors, and I know he’ll make a tremendous impact on the Association. Jack represents everything we strive for at Skipton & Associates, and I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this honor.”

— Justin R. Skipton, AIC, SPPA
President, Skipton & Associates
2025–2026 President, National Association of Public Insurance Adjusters

Throughout his career, Jack has earned the respect of clients, colleagues, and industry leaders through his professionalism, technical expertise, and willingness to serve. His election to the NAPIA Board of Directors recognizes not only his individual accomplishments but also his commitment to strengthening the public adjusting profession for future generations.

Please join everyone at Skipton & Associates in congratulating Jack on this well-deserved accomplishment. We are incredibly proud to have him on our team and look forward to watching the positive impact he will make as a member of the NAPIA Board of Directors while continuing to advocate for policyholders every day.

About Skipton & Associates

Founded in 1992, Skipton & Associates is a public insurance adjusting firm headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. The firm represents residential and commercial policyholders throughout the western United States, specializing in complex property insurance claims involving fire, water, storm, and other catastrophic losses. Skipton & Associates is committed to ethical advocacy, professional excellence, and industry leadership. Members of the firm have served in leadership positions within both the National Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (NAPIA) and the Rocky Mountain Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (RMAPIA), reflecting the firm’s longstanding commitment to advancing the public adjusting profession

For interviews, speaking inquiries, or more information, please contact:

Jack Karlen
jkarlen@skiptoninc.com
(602) 957-8800
www.skiptoninc.com