Insurance Quality Control

VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR/RISK MANAGEMENT

Wrap Administration/Contract Review/Legal Counsel/Builders Risk/Safety

Programs/Litigation Management/

Marketing/Quality Control/General Liability/Loss Forecasting/Professional

Liability/Business Development

Profoundly talented and resourceful risk management professional with

impeccable record of delivering top performance. Possess large spectrum of

experience in the areas of Insurance, Legal, Real Estate,

Financial/Banking, and Healthcare markets. Outstanding communication skills

with proven track record negotiating with claimants, attorneys, brokers and

insurance carriers. Exceptional at loss analysis and forecasting, risk

financing, claims administration and safety assessments. Can undertake

difficult mandates and meet tight deadlines. Expert presenter and consensus-

builder with a keen ability to communicate complex concepts to all

audiences. Personal qualities include: rigorous, positive, savvy problem-

solver, autonomous, persistent, adaptable, and driven. Remarkable ability

to listen to a problem or concern and derive an equitable solution.

"We used Don extensively here in Colorado when he was with DBH, in my

humble opinion, he is the best in the business!

We would like consideration to having his firm approved as a wrap

administrator for our projects, if possible."

--- President, Well Known Insurance Brokerage firm

> Oversaw a complex, strategic, risk management analysis for a large

residential builder with project revenues in excess of $30 million.

> Developed key loyal relationships with insurance brokers in the Central

and Northwest regions, generating Hundreds of Thousands in revenue over a

4-year period.

> Presented a motion for summary judgment that extricated an insurance

carrier and client from the case and eliminated monetary exposure in

excess of $500,000.

Education: Juris Doctor

Southwestern University, Los Angeles, CA

MBA, Finance & Marketing

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

BA, Economics

University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

Certifications: 10-hour OSHA Certified Training Program * Licensed attorney

in Colorado and California

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Developed key loyal relationships with insurance brokers in the Central and

Northwest regions, generating Hundreds of Thousands in revenue over a 4-

year period. Brokers were the most direct source of referrals for business

and strained relationships existed prior to taking over, particularly with

respect to the most influential broker. Successfully managed the

relationship where this broker became very loyal and soon thereafter

referred significant amounts of business. Increased client base and

revenues significantly within the regions.

Oversaw a complex, strategic, risk management analysis for a large

residential builder with project revenues in excess of $30 million dollars.

By establishing rapport and showcasing expertise, our company became the

administrator of the wrap up general liability insurance for the entire

project. Conducted in-depth training for this builder and implemented tools

to improve their overall risk management.

Presented a motion for summary judgment that extricated an insurance

carrier and client from the case and eliminated monetary exposure in excess

of $500,000. Through adept research and meticulous argument, presented a

successful motion for summary judgment and prevailed, eliminating liability

and monetary exposure for all parties concerned. Was made a partner in this

firm soon after this case.

CAREER HISTORY

Director, Risk Management/Wrap Administration, Network Adjustors, Inc.,

Denver, CO 2009 to Present. Develop and establish Wrap up Insurance

Administration Department within the Risk Management Group. Create and

implement specific Risk Management procedures and practices. Responsible

for marketing, business development and profitability within the unit.

Director/Risk Manager, AON Corporation - Risk Services (formerly DBH

Resources, Inc.) Englewood, CO 2003 to 2009. Directed Central and Northwest

regions. Performed detailed risk management reviews in the Construction,

Healthcare, Financial and Insurance sectors. Developed and managed key high

profile relationships. Held seminars regarding legal, legislative issues,

key contract provisions, safety and quality control for insurance

carriers/brokers, builders and subcontractors. Provided forecasts and

budgets while maintaining overall profitability for the regions.

Attorney, Sole Practitioner, Donald Aberbook, Attorney at Law, Denver, CO

2002 to 2003. Sole practitioner, handling business and commercial matters

related to contract, insurance coverage review, and contract preparation.

Consulted and conducted Risk Management training for employees and clients

of large Home Warranty company. Reviewed and modified key Risk Management

tools for builders, including Safety and Quality control programs.

Partner/Attorney, Dale Braden & Hinchcliffe, Inc., Los Angeles, CA 1991 to

2001. Handled full case load, insurance defense, business litigation, etc.,

from inception through resolution, which included trial, arbitration, or

settlement. Dealt extensively with Risk Managers of client companies,

within various industries. Marketed firm's services to Insurance companies

and other clients. Opened, managed and grew firm's Northern California

office to 8 attorney's while being named partner.

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