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John M. Garrett, CPCU
Experience includes design, implementation and servicing of surety and insurance
programs for local, national and international accounts. Thirty years experience
in the insurance and surety industry, and ten years experience with an international
brokerage firm. Clients programs ranged in excess of $1 Billion with individual
projects in excess of $500 Million.
Highly experienced in negotiating on behalf of clients involved in L.B.O./M.B.O.
and venture capital scenarios.
Prior experience includes managing a national surety company and management of a
significant portion of the portfolio of a national surety company. Recognized as
a knowledgeable surety and insurance broker by members of the surety, insurance
and construction industry. Active in industry associations to include vice-chairman
of the Fiscal and Insurance Risk Management Committee of AGC of California.
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Education: |
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration Management
MBA Finance/Management |
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Professional Designation: |
Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter |
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Member Of: |
Associated General Contractors of America
Construction Financial Management Association
National Association of Surety Bond Producers
Southern California Contractors Association
Construction Law Conference
Engineering Contractors Association
Southern California Contractors Association |
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Former Member Of: |
American Institute of Contractors
Associated Builders and Contractors |
Steven C. Mosier, CSP (Ret.), ARM
Experienced in the design and service of insurance programs for a variety of clients
with local, national and international exposures. Twenty-two years in the insurance
industry, with seven years at an international brokerage.
Spent initial years with national insurance companies serving in a variety of loss
control and marketing positions. Very experienced in property loss control and evaluating
occupational disease exposures for insureds. While employed as a senior marketing
department specialist, assisted in evaluating underwriting risk exposures and subsequently
developing appropriate pricing parameters.
During the last several years with insurance brokerage firms, specific emphasis
has been servicing large construction related firms utilizing a variety of risk
retention and transfer mechanisms. Very experienced in coverage design and in claims
management. Highly knowledgeable in both guaranteed cost and multi-line retrospective
risk transfer programs. Recognized by the industry as a professional, effective
insurance broker for the construction industry.
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Education: |
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering |
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Professional Designation: |
Certified Safety Professional (Retired)
Associate in Risk Management |
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Member Of: |
Associated General Contractors
Engineering Contractors Association
Southern California Contractors Association
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Calvin L. Sistrunk, CIC
Garrett/Mosier/Sistrunk (GMS) Insurance Services (2000 - Present) Joined
forces with Garrett/Mosier Insurance Services, Inc. to create a newly formed division
(GMS) specializing in commercial insurance. Expertise and market relationships allow
this division to provide unique services to developers, contractors, manufacturers,
real estate, retail and service industries.
Complete Insurance, Inc. (1995 - 2000) Vice President Headed newly formed
construction division for Complete Insurance. Responsible for the servicing and
placement of property, general liability, inland marine, automobile, excess, workers'
compensation and surety bonds for a variety of subcontractors, general contractors
and developers. Placed coverage for both domestic and international construction
projects. Provided risk management consultation and subcontractor insurance review.
Also secured professional and pollution coverages for a variety of contractors,
developers and engineers.
Willis Corroon Insurance Services of Orange County (1989-- 1995) Sr. Vice
President Helped pioneer Willis Corroon's Orange County Construction Division. Responsible
for the development of new construction and non-construction clients, as well as
the servicing and placement of property, inland marine, auto, excess, professional,
pollution and workers' compensation coverages for medium to large domestic and international
clients. Helped troubleshoot challenging liability and workers' compensation claims
and audit issues.
Griffith/Sincock Insurance Brokers, Inc. (1987 - 1989) Developed a large
commercial insurance clientele specializing in securing all aspects of property
and liability insurance coverages. Provided risk management consultation and coordinated
claim activity. Promoted to Vice President prior to sale of agency to Willis Corroon.
H.W. Jordan & Associates (1985 - 1987) Developed commercial property and
liability insurance clients. Responsible for servicing and providing consultation
to these clients. Attended CIGNA School for Agents and Brokers in Pennsylvania.
Aetna Casualty & Surety (1983 - 1985) Commercial Casualty underwriter with
an emphasis in commercial auto, general liability, umbrella and workers' compensation
coverages. Responsible for underwriting, pricing and the commitment of policy terms
and conditions for commercial casualty coverage lines. Attended Aetna's nationally
renowned underwriting school in Hartford, Connecticut.
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Education: |
Brigham Young University, BA Communications, 1983 |
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Professional Designations and Associations: |
CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor)
Board Member of CFMA - Orange County Chapter
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Construction Experience: |
Four years with Laborer's Union and four years with Operator Engineer's Union prior
to beginning insurance career.
On-job experience with various heavy engineering projects, including water, sewer,
storm drain, street and road, asphalt paving and concrete work.
Extensive practical experience in many phases of construction with emphasis on trench
shoring, grade checking and heavy equipment operations.
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Laura J. Olson, CIC
Garrett/Mosier/Sistrunk (GMS) Insurance Services (2000 - Present) Account Executive
Joined forces with Garrett/Mosier Insurance Services, Inc. to create a newly formed
division (GMS) specializing in the construction industry. The experience and expertise
of Garrett/Mosier/Sistrunk in the construction insurance and surety industry creates
a synergy allowing us to provide superior service to our clients. Duties are varied
and can go from consulting on contractual risk transfer, making sure insured is
in compliance with insurance requirements, negotiating terms for new and renewal
business to loss analysis and trending.
Complete Insurance, Inc. (1995 – 2000) Account Manager Serviced a variety
of construction and non-construction related accounts including new and renewal
business placements, consulting, contract review, loss analysis and risk management.
Worked with all lines of coverage including Property, General Liability, Inland
Marine, Auto, Workers’ Compensation, Umbrella and specialty lines such as Professional
Liability, USL&H Exposures, and Directors & Officers Liability.
HRH Insurance Services (now Armstrong Robataille) (1994 - 1995) Sr. Account Manager
Was hired to oversee a team of customer service representatives servicing large
commercial accounts. Type industries included manufacturers, distributors, contractors
and high tech accounts. Services included daily requests from clients, placement
of new and renewal business, and contract review.
Brakke-Schafnitz & Associates (1988 – 1994) Account Manager Hired to assist
producer in servicing a variety of industries including contractors, manufacturers,
distributors, restaurants, car dealerships, etc. Duties included daily requests
from clients, marketing new and renewal business, risk management, loss analysis
and consulting. Assisted Vice President in forming a national program for the Chem-Dry
Carpet Cleaners and the Der Wienerschnitzel account. Also assisted Vice President
in overseeing satellite office and marketing accounts for eight (8) producers.
Rule Company (1985 – 1987) Account Manager Was hired to start up small business
department and provide rating and service for various “BOP” programs. Also assisted
two producers in servicing and marketing new and renewal placements.
Marsh & McClennan (1983 – 1985) Technical Assistant Hired to service large
national accounts for Account Executive. Duties included daily requests from clients,
preparing submissions for renewals and marketing accounts for terms.
James S. Kemper/Rollins Burdick Hunter (1982 to 1983)
Commercial Union Insurance Cos (1981 to 1982)
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Education: |
Pasadena City College
Transfer to Irvine Valley, AA Liberal Arts, 1991 |
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Professional Designations and Associations:
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CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor)
Fire & Casualty License since 1983 |
Edward W. Griffith, CPCU (Of Counsel)
Highly experienced in the venture capital and I.P.O. scenarios. Participated as
Risk Manager/Consultant in the placement of an I.P.O., and subsequent privatization
of this venture through venture capital placement for a $500 million dollar company.
Knowledgeable in Directors and Officers liability with regard to both coverage and
claim management. Has been licensed as a General Contractor in New Mexico. Twenty-five
years experience as a Risk Manager, Agency Owner, and consultant in the property
and casualty insurance concentrating in the construction industry.
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Education: |
BSBA Accounting |
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Professional Designation: |
Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter |
Griff. Griffith, CPA
Highly experienced at facilitating capital financing via financial presentation
for investment bankers and private investor group. Responsible for the presentation
of financial strategies and results to venture capital lenders. Marketed and managed
the successful placement of a secondary financing including the corresponding due
diligence. Experience as C.P.A. includes extensive auditing and management consulting
to contractors and developers. Coordinated the marketing of a majority position
acquisition of the company to a $2 billion company and current customer. Now servicing
clients in the chemical and construction industry.
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Education: |
BSBA Accounting
MBA Management |
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Professional Designation: |
Certified Public Accountant |
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Member of: |
A.I.C.P.A.
California Society of Public Accountants
S.M.E. International |
Michael Finn
Garrett/Mosier Insurance Services, Inc. 2005– Present Producer/Account Executive
– Primary focus is providing protection for client assets and personnel by analyzing
current exposures and implementing improved insurance programs at reduced premium
cost. Ensure clients receive
GMGS services as required, such
as Claims Management, Loss
Control and Safety Training. Responsible for working with corporate management to facilitate insurance
strategies that are well organized, dependable and provide financial security.
Marsh Risk & Insurance Services, Inc. 2002 – 2005 Client Advisor – Established
and maintained communication with clients, underwriters and within the team in order
to effectively broker, place and maintain accounts. Responsible for servicing and
placing property, general liability, workers’ compensation inland marine, automobile,
excess liability and financial/managerial liabilities for medium to large domestic
clients. Also involved in strategic level analysis and discussion with clients on
issues beyond insurance policy placement. Originally came to Marsh in the Marsh
Graduate Training Program aimed at teaching high end coverage analysis and technical
knowledge. Finished program with top tier rating.
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Education: |
University of Richmond, BS Business Administration, 2002
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Professional Designations and Associations:
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Member of Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce
Member of Irvine Chamber
of Commerce
Certified Insurance
Counselor (CIC) - in
progress
Associate in Risk Management (ARM) – in progress
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Denise Doyle
Garrett/Mosier Insurance Services, Inc. (2001 - Present) Property/Casualty
Claims Specialist. Involved in assisting our clients in the administration of all
property/casualty claims in an effort to gain the prompt and satisfactory settlement
of losses. This includes performing as a liaison between clients, attorneys, coverage
counsel and insurance carriers.
Reviewing facts of each loss and all appropriate coverage that might afford coverage
to a client. Explain the coverage’s and the insurance carrier’s position and develop
a response to that position. Assisting in preparation and formalizing loss reports.
Review Declination and Reservation of Rights letter and respond on behalf of the
client. Place Umbrella/Excess carriers on notice according to severity of loss.
Litigation follow-up to ensure appropriate carrier response. Follow-up review of
all open property and casualty claims to determine timely settlement and identify
claims which are subrogatable and monitor insurance company activity.
Willis Corroon Insurance Services of Orange County (1986 – 2000) Interfaced
with clients, carriers and attorneys. Provided technical and advisory assistance
in property and casualty claims and risk management. Prepared, negotiated and monitored
claims that ensured timely and correct payment of legitimate claims to compensate
injured parties, promote good will and minimize litigation. Handled and reviewed
important legal documents in the form of suit and court papers detailing alleged
damages and demand for reparations.
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Education: |
Sawyer Business College
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Professional Designations and Associations:
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Management and Supervisory Skills for Women
Construction Litigations
Legal Cost Containment
California Procedural Law
Hartford Boiler and Machinery
California Unfair Claim Practice
General Conditions of Contract for Construction
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Barbara Leonard, WCCP
Garrett/Mosier Insurance Services, Inc. (2003 - Present) Workers’ Compensation
Claim Specialist. Involved directly with clients as an extension of their claims
management staff. Interacts with insurance carriers, third party administrators
and defense attorney’s to outline aggressive resolution plans and appropriate reserves
on guaranteed costs, large deductible & retrospective programs. Client base consists
largely of subcontractors and developers; but, also include technology, manufacturing
and financial industries.
Marsh Risk & Insurance Service – Newport Beach, CA (2000 - 2003) Workers’
Compensation Claim Consultant, Assistant Vice-President. Provided hands-on claims
management for employers in multiple industries on both regional and national levels.
Claims management tailored to assist employers with internal operations, training,
interaction with carriers to maximize service, access/negotiate appropriate reserves
and implement aggressive action items to resolve claims. Additional services included
but was not limited to carrier/TPA assessment,
Willis Corroon Insurance Services of Orange County (1993 - 2000) Workers’
Compensation Claim Specialist, Assistant Vice-President. Responsibilities include
claim management, reserve negotiations and employer training with a focus on construction
and the medical industries.
United Western Medical Center (1991 – 1993) Corporate Director of Workers’
Compensation. Duties included management of workers’ compensation claims, development
and implementation of policy and procedures. Worked directly with in-house Industrial
Clinic and educated emergency room physicians and staff regarding work related injuries.
Participant in safety committee and safety fairs.
Third Party Administrators
Noetics Group (1987 - 1989)
Sr. Claims Adustor - LA County District Attorneys |
Fred S. James (Sedgwick) (1986 - 1987)
Sr. Claims Adjustor - Adventist Health Systems |
American Medical International (1982 - 1986)
Sr. Claims Adjustor/Supervisor - Self/Insured Administered |
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Education: |
Workers’ Compensation Reform Seminars
- WC Forum (2005)
- SB 899 (2004)
- AB 749 (2002)
- AB 435 (2000)
- 1990 Reform
Continuing Education Seminars (Partial Listing)
- LOSS CONTROL PRACTICES (2003)
- FRAUD INVESTIGATION (2002)
- HCO (2001)
- CPDM (2001)
- VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION (2000)
- CURRENT CASE LAW (2000)
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Professional Designations and Associations:
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Workers' Compensation Claims Projessional (2001)
Fire/Casualty Broker License (2001)
California Certificate of Self-Insurance (1986)
California Coalition on Workers' Compensation (Member)
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Gerry R. McEwen
Experienced in safety program design, implementation and training for construction,
industrial and service industry clients. Highly qualified in developing and maintaining
Injury and Illness Prevention Programs as well as site-specific safety plans required
by government agencies. Highly knowledgeable on OSHA and Cal OSHA regulations and
standards.
Fourteen years field experience in construction, safety and insurance. Highly experienced
in safety training and coordination as well as accident investigation. While safety
officer for a major underground contractor her employer was recipient of the Engineering
Contractors Association Safety Award.
Fifteen years safety experience, sixteen years supervision, training and management,
and eighteen years diversified accounting and computer experience. Excellent communication
skills have enabled implementation of job responsibilities at all levels of problem
solving, from field laborers and job superintendents through management and owner's
representatives.
Extensive field experience in construction, safety and insurance. Active member
and past chairperson of the Engineering Contractor’s Association Safety and Risk
Management Committee.
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Education: |
California Environmental Protection Agency Air Resources Board - Visible Emissions
Evaluator
National Utility Contractors Association - Safety Management, Field Supervision
Seminars & Training Courses - Competent Person, Soils Classifications, Shoring and
Trenching, Confined Spaces, Fall Protection, Hazardous Materials, Supervisor Training
in Accident Reduction Techniques
Long Beach City College - Accounting Certificate
Forklift Instructor-Safety Training
Licensed Insurance Agent in California
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Member of: |
Engineering Contractors Association — Safety & Risk Committee (1993)
American Society of Safety Engineers — Professional Member (1997)
Crime Prevention Program — Board of Directors (1998) |
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