After a distinguished career in the insurance industry, where he authored multiple books, wrote, directed, and produced hundreds of training videos, and delivered over 500 speeches, webinars, and workshops worldwide, Carl Van has now shifted his focus to the entertainment industry.
Carl has written and produced numerous songs, many of which have been recorded by various artists, showcasing his passion for music.
One of his recent and notable achievements is serving as the Executive Producer of the documentary Samantha Fish: Live from New Orleans, featuring the world-renowned blues performer Samantha Fish. In collaboration with Very Productive Pictures and WYES, this documentary aired on PBS in May 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Claims Specific Books
Awesome Claims Customer Service
Gaining Cooperation for Workers’ Comp.
Negotiation Skills for the Claims Professional
The 8 Characteristics of the Awesome Adjuster
All books are available for purchase on amazon.com.
Various Artists
Breath of November Skies
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Steve Belkin and Kevin Jones
Performed by Kevin Jones
Lillie’s Song
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Johnny Sansone
Performed by Johnny Sansone
Only You
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Johnny Sansone
Performed by Johnny Sansone
Team Ashley
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Jennie Williamson
Performed by Jennie Williamson
Will You Marry Me Once More
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Steve Belkin
Performed by Hugh James
You Curse the Devil
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Johnny Sansone
Performed by Johnny Sansone
Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
Behind on the Diary Blues
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Michael Krejci
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
All I Want is the Sex Life of a Pre-Injured Claimant
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Michael Krejci
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
Forget Everything Your Agent Told You
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Steve Belkin and Kevin Jones
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
I‘d Like to Take Your Statement Please (I’ve heard it all before)
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Steve Belkin and Kevin Jones
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
I’m a Claims Man
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Jennie Williamson
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
My Counsel Let Me Down Again
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Michael Krejci
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
The Claims Commandments
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Jennie Williamson
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
The Claims Cookbook
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Jennie Williamson
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
The Performance Review
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Michael Krejci
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
They Call Me the Claims Hammer
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Steve Belkin and Kevin Jones
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
Welcome to Our Fun Claims Unit
Lyrics by Carl van Lamsweerde
Music by Jennie Williamson
Performed by Carl Van and the Awesome Adjuster Band
An intimate look in to the life and career of Samantha Fish, blue guitarist, reflecting on her influences and connecting with others through the power of music.
Produced in partnership with http://veryproductivepictures.com.
Executive Producer Carl Van, Co-Directed by Jonathan Evans and Marian Gay.
View exclusive behind the scenes clips from
Love Letters: Samantha Fish Live From New Orleans.
Publicity
Television series on long-standing business.
Louisiana based Hallmark style Christmas movie.
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Carl Van Productions2023-06-21 21:52:022024-11-01 21:53:01Samantha Fish Announces Love Letters Tour & Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival
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Carl Van Productions2023-04-01 21:40:062024-11-01 21:43:12Love Letters: Samantha Fish Live From New Orleans Documentary And Concert Special To Air On WYES