Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network - Sept 2014

Association News NetworkMid-Valley Claims

September 2014 Volume XXI • Number VIIIwww.MidValleyClaims.org

"Hitting A Home Run” Delivers! - coverage begins page 2

Serving MVCA Since 1994

http://www.MidValleyClaims.org

2 Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network • Aug/Sept 2014

Mold, Asbestos & Lead ConsultingClandestine Lab Investigations

Chris Hintz, CAC REA, CIE

209-366-3684Fax: 866-612-8294

[email protected]

www.SierraEnviro.com

Over 25 years in Business • A+ Rating with the BBBServing: Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Merced,

Tuolumne & Calaveras Counties

Being Prepared Is Having A Team In PlaceWe Want To Be On Your Team!

209-545-30023 Large Loss Fire Restoration3 Use of Xactimate, Symbility & Simsol3 Work with all Insurances3 24/7/365 Emergency Services3 Carry $2,000,000 Liability Coverage

507 Galaxy Way • Modesto, CA 95376

CSL 817756

www.RestorationResourcesByFetter.info

laying on a Summertime Classic theme, the 21st annual Claims Conference of Northern California lived up to its billing: “Hitting A Home Run - cover-ing all the bases!”.

Held in mid-August at the Hyatt Regency Downtown Sacra-mento, CCNC delivered on accredited continuing education, industry trade show networking and information sharing, and fun. The dinner banquet and casino night, the latter of which was held at the I-Max Theater across the mall, provided a different twist to the traditional event.CCNC 2014 President, Barbara Hall, and Vice President, Jack Corry, led the two-day plus conference through a three-track course schedule, providing the latest on Liability and Property insurance claims information, and more. Keynote Speaker, Adam Greenberg, set a dramatic tone of perserverance with his story of making it to the Big Leagues, only to get beaned by the first pitch thrown his way. FIghting to return, seven years later he was able to face big league pitching once again.CCNC returns to the Hyatt again next year, August 11-12, 2015. To learn more, or to get involved in planning, contact the leadership of your local sponsoring claims association. Or, get in touch with 2015 President, Jack Corry, (916) 779-3946.

Complete photo gallery at:www.ClaimsConference.org

Hitting A Home Run - 21st Annual CCNC Delivers!

PKeynote speaker Adam Greenberg shared his inspired the crowd.

photos continued page 7

Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network • Aug/Sept 2014 3Mid-Valley Claims

September 2014Volume XXI • Number VIII

A s s o c i a t i o n

September 19, 2014John M. Lichter- Tree AssociatesWhat an Arborist May Do To Assist The Insurance Adjuster- See next page

October 17, 2014 - Luncheon Meeting - Speaker tba

November 21, 2014 - Luncheon Meeting - Speaker tba

December 19, 2014 - Christmas Luncheon - NO SPEAKERToys for Tots Donation

Updates at:www.MidValleyClaims.org

Luncheon meetings are held the THIRD FRIDAY of each month

at Papapavlo’s in Stockton, except where indicated.

2 - CCNC Hitting A Home Run Delivers!

3 - 2014 Upcoming MVCA Events

- 2014 MVCA Officers & Board of Directors

4 - What An Arborist May Do To Assist The Insurance Adjuster at Sept 19 MVCA

5 - MVCA President’s Message

6 - MVCAAN Services Directory - AssnNewsNetwork Job Connection


How An Arborist May Assist An Adjuster at Sept 19 MVCAJoin the Mid-Valley Claims Association in wel-coming John Lichter, of Tree Associates, at the next luncheon meeting Friday,September 19, 2014. Mr. Lecter will discuss"How an Arobrist May Assist the Insurance Adjuster".Principal Consulting Arborist, John M. Lichter, ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist is an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, established TREE ASSOCIATES in 1993. He utilizes a unique blend of academic and practical experience to address the most challenging Arboricultural assignments. John received B.S. and M.S. degrees in Plant Science and Horticulture from the University of California at Davis and worked for several years providing research and extension services for the University of California Cooperative Extension and the U.C. Davis Horticulture Department as well as the U.S. Forest Service.John regularly teaches Arboriculture at U.C. Davis and has served on the Board of Directors for the American Society of Consulting Arborists and on Technical Advisory Committees for various non-profit groups.Please purchase your lunch here now so we have an accurate count, or contact MVCA Treasurer Deena Lucero to make reservations for payment

Purchase your monthly lunch, and pay your annual membership dues online, directly, at: www.MidValleyClaims.org

Or, for payment by cash or check at the door, please make your reservations now with 2014 MVCA Pres./Tres. Deena Lucero:

209-603-5006, or [email protected]

at

Papapavlo ’s Mediterranean Bistro

501 N. Lincoln Center, Stockton

Choice of Luncheon Entree Served

Just $22 for paid 2014 Members$28 for Non-Members or No Reservations

Join MVCA This Friday

September 19, 2 014John M. Lichter

Tree Associates

by check or cash at the door: 209-603-5006.Paid 2014 Members receive a discount on the cost of lunch. Join MVCA for 2014, and secure your spot for this meeting now.


Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network • Aug/Sept 2014 5

I hope everyone enjoyed the wonderful CCNC conference last month. As always, they provided fantastic speakers and entertainment was fabulous. The casino night was packed full of smiling faces. I want to personally thank all those involved in this year’s golf tournament at the Reserve at Spanos. Not only did we have the support of very generous sponsors, we had a top notch committee. This year’s tournament had more golfers than many of the past years and I can’t wait to beat that number next year. Again, I want to thank all of those who supported and participated in our 2014 MVCA Golf Tournament.

From Home Runs at CCNC to an Arborist at September MVCA “AUTUMN” The Word for September 19th MVCA September Message from MVCA President Deena Lucero

2014 Mid-Valley Claims Association PresidentFrontier Adjusters (209) 478-1422 • cell (209) 603-5006 [email protected]

Deena Lucero

This month we have a new exciting speaker, John M. Lichter, of Tree Associates. John will be branching out in his discussion on, “How an Arborist May Assist the Insurance Adjuster.”“President’s prize” - All members who email, or fax, me the word “AUTUMN” prior to the SEMPTEMBER luncheon will have the opportunity to win the “President’s prize.” You must be at the meeting in order to be included in the drawing. Your MVCA President,


POSITIONS AVAILABLECLAIMS INDUSTRY PLACEMENTSGary E. Mingus, GEM Search Group provides both Temporary, Temp to Hire and Direct Hire placements in the Insurance Industry also, placing Vendors related to the Insurance Industry. Call Gary Mingus 866-935-4426 or email to [email protected]. Serv-ing the Insurance Industry since 1995.

MARKETING/BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGERBelfor Property Restoration is seeking the best Marketing Representative/Business Development Manager to join their team. The Sacramento location is expanding in both large and small loss opportunites. Restoration marketing experience preferred. We offer stability, world-class training, travel, company vehicle, virtually boundless career opportunity, and a full benefit package. Applicant information will be viewed with absolute confidentiality by General Manager level only. Email resume and cover letter to: [email protected].

PROJECT MANAGEMENT POSITIONArtland Construction Inc. is looking for the right person to join our growing company. Xactimate and project management skills are desired, but a positive attitude and willing-ness to provide excellent customer service is required. If interested, please send your resume to [email protected].

Mid-Valley Claims AssnNewsNet Services DirectoryOVERSPRAY REMOVALNATIONWIDE OVERSPRAY - Eric Gerencser Benicia, California www.overspray.net • (925) 408-5909Safe Overspray Removal [email protected] • (800) 345-1269 PROPERTY RESTORATION-CLOTHING SPECIALISTFRSTeam by CUSTOM COMMERCIAL - Jim Nicholas910 Striker Avenue, Suite E (800) 80-SMOKE • (916) 920-0482Sacramento, CA 95834 Fax (916) 920-0483PROPERTY RESTORATION/CONTENTSAMERICAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC. - Barry Metcalf8440 Elder Creek Road [email protected] • (916) 388-2440Sacramento, CA 95828 Fax (916) 388-2445BELFOR USA - Grant Cody3132 Dwight Rd Ste 300 (209) 339-4301 • Fax (209) 339-4302Elk Grove, CA 95758 [email protected] RESTORATION SERVICES - Kevin Messer/Gaye Bishop1331 Granite Lane [email protected] • (209) 529-3110Modesto, CA 95351 Fax (209) 529-3187SERVPRO OF STOCKTON - Jackie Irrgang2334 Stagecoach Rd., Ste J [email protected] • (209) 477-3090Stockton, CA 95215 Fax (209) 463-6944

CONTRACTORS - ASBESTOS/LEAD/MOLD REMEDIATIONAMERICAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC. - Barry Metcalf8440 Elder Creek Road [email protected] • (916) 388-2440Sacramento, CA 95828 Fax (916) 388-2445BELFOR USA - Grant Cody3132 Dwight Rd Ste 300 (209) 339-4301 • Fax (209) 339-4302Elk Grove, CA 95758 [email protected] ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. - John Moore & the JM TeamPO Box 2189 www.jmenvironmental.net • (916) 726-0304Granite Bay, CA 95746-2189 Fax (916) 726-0340P.W. STEPHENS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. - Jason Kettlehut3278 Swetzer Road www.pwstephensinc.com • (916) 212-2962Loomis, CA 95650 [email protected] - ELECTRICALTUCKNOTT ELECTRIC CO. - Robert A. Tucknott6850 Regional St. Suite 110 [email protected] • (925) 931-0800Dublin, CA 94568 www.Tucknott.com • Fax (925) 931-0817CONTRACTORS - GENERAL RESTORATIONBELFOR USA - Grant Cody3132 Dwight Rd Ste 300 (209) 339-4301 • Fax (209) 339-4302Elk Grove, CA 95758 [email protected] GENERAL CONTRACTOR, INC. - Ken TurnageWe treat your home as if it were our own, www.K2GCinc.com • (925)754-5232and value your time as we do our own. K2GC@comcast .netCONTRACTORS-MICROBIAL REMEDIATIONAMERICAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC. - Barry Metcalf8440 Elder Creek Road [email protected] • (916) 388-2440Sacramento, CA 95828 Fax (916) 388-2445BELFOR USA - Grant Cody3132 Dwight Rd Ste 300 (209) 339-4301 • Fax (209) 339-4302Elk Grove, CA 95758 [email protected]. STEPHENS ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. - Jason Kettlehut3278 Swetzer Road www.pwstephensinc.com • (916) 212-2962Loomis, CA 95650 [email protected] - FORENSICCOMPLERE ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. - Gene Wilkins, P.E.Fire C&O, Property Liability, Thermography, Structural, Combustion Safeguards4230 Kiernan Av., Suite 210 [email protected] • (209) 545-8165Modesto, CA 95356 www.complere.com • Fax (209) 545-8170ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING & CONSULTINGSIERRA ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING & CONSULTING, INC. - Chris Hintz P. O. Box 1563 www.SierraEnviro.com • (209) 366-3684Woodbridge, CA 95258 Fax (866-612-8294FIRE INVESTIGATORS FIRE CAUSE ANALYSIS - Ulises Castellon, CPCUThroughout California, (800) 726-5939 • Fax: (510) 649-3099Nevada, Arizona, Oregon & N. Dakota [email protected]

AssociationNewsNetwork.com

Submit Your Job Connection ad to:Choose from Four (4) Monthly Editions - Three Print + Online Edition:

Up to 50 words just $45 (just 50¢/word thereafter)

Run Your Ad Network-Wide for a net rate of just $135/mo.Next Deadline for submissions is Sept 26, 2014

call 209-229-8240 or fax FAX# [email protected]

Deadline for all submissions for the next issue is Friday, September 26, 2014

mailto:[email protected]


Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network • Aug/Sept 2014 7

The Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network© is a production of Association News Network, Inc. Published monthly as a free service to the MVCA with a commitment and dedication to the promotion and betterment of this professional organization. The views and comments expressed within the articles herein do not necessarily reflect the views of A.N.N., Inc. or MVCA. We assume no responsibility for any opinions and/or statements offered by contributing authors to the publication. Acceptance of advertising material does not constitute endorsement of the products or services offered. We reserve the right to reject any advertising copy or placement. We encourage industry support of this professional organization - its monthly newsletter publication and web site.

Go to: www.MidValleyClaims.org

© 1994-2014, all rights reserved • Association News Network, Inc. • www.AssociationNewsNetwork.com2455 Naglee Rd. #263 . Tracy, CA 95304 • 209.229.8240 • fax 209.229.8328

Please submit articles for consideration by email, to: Bryan Harrison, Publisher

[email protected] • 925.708.5569

For Advertising opportunities and information, contact: Lynna Harrison, New Accounts Manager

[email protected] • 925.785.7021

continued from page 6

Photo Gallery: ClaimsConference.org




http://www.ClaimsConference.org

MidValleyClaimsAssociation

TO:Return Service Requested

A production service FROM:

Association News Network, Inc.2455 Naglee Rd #263Tracy, CA 95304

Produced as a free service for the

www.AssociationNewsNetwork.com

Site ContainmentWater ExtractionStructural DryingDehumidification

Structural CleaningDecontamination

Mold RemediationContents Restoration

Document RecoveryVital Records RecoveryElectronics Restoration

From water extraction tocomplete reconstruction,BELFOR has a solutionto help you recover and get back to your life.

BELFOR ...There When You Need Us.

INSURINGPEACE OF MIND

FIRE • WATER • STORM DAMAGE • RECONSTRUCTION

Bakersfield • FresnoLake Tahoe • Los AngelesRiverside • Sacramento

San Francisco • San DiegoSan Jose • San Fernando

EMERGENCY HOTLINE

877.339.4301www.belforcalifornia.comLicense #810553

How An Arborist May Assist The Insurance Adjuster at September 19th MVCAsee page 4

Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network - Sept 2014

Documents

Transcript of Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network - Sept 2014