Maria Elena Vallelunga

Maria Elena Vallelunga is an experienced professional in claims management and litigation, currently serving as the Director of Claims & Litigation at Turner Construction Company since December 2005. In this role, Maria Elena leads the resolution of high-risk insurance claims and formal disputes, collaborating with legal counsel and project teams to establish effective claim resolution strategies. Previously, Maria Elena held the position of Western Region Claim Director within the national risk management team at Turner, where responsibilities included training local claim and safety managers, conducting loss investigations, and overseeing contract reviews. Prior experience includes serving as Regional Director at AIG, managing a unit specializing in construction defect litigation, and as a Senior Claim Representative at Aetna Casualty and Surety, handling various lines of business. Maria Elena holds a B.S. in Business Administration and Management from Cal State East Bay.