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Since 1993 with East Bay!Since 1993 with East Bay!
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President’s Message January, 2020
By Amaya Fine2020-’21 EBCA President
Starting The New Starting The New Year Out Stong!Year Out Stong!
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A HUGE thank you to everyone who came to the December luncheon, and those who support the East Bay Claims Association year-round so that we are able to make these charitable donations to such worthy causes that help people right here in our communities! The December luncheon was definitely one to remember!It is with incredible joy and excitement that I have accepted the position of president for the East Bay Claims Association for the next term.I’ve had the pleasure of being involved with EBCA for the last five years and I hope that, for this next term, we can continue to grow our organization as well as make an impact in our local communities!
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January 2020January 2020Volume XXVIII Number IVolume XXVIII Number I
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SecretarySecretaryLiza WizecarverLiza Wizecarver
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EBCA Mission Statement:The East Bay Claims Association is a charitable and educational organiza-tion that is dedicated to the betterment of Insurance Claims Professionals, through: continuing education; industry knowledge and contacts; and a strong commitment to integrity and respect in networking.In order to accomplish this mission, the Association provides a forum and network for insurance claims professionals to meet and share information. This forum and fundraising events held by the group also help to connect insurance claims professionals in local communities and expands public awareness of the work performed by insurance claims professionals.
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President’s MessagePresident’s MessageI’d also like to thank and give the most heartwarming THANK YOU to our past President, Ms. Jennifer Pinney. She’s been an amazing influence in the EBCA community and has put together some absolutely amazing events over the past 2 years. She’s been an incredible role model and friend and I look forward to following in her footsteps.We have an amazing board for this next term, including our very own Treasurer and now Vice President, John Ehlert! I’m also very pleased to welcome 2 new members!! Please join me in welcoming Jules Moncado and Mike Jones to the EBCA board! We look forward to having you and making great things happen together this coming year!Hopefully everyone has had the chance to renew your member-ship for 2020 but, if you haven’t, please reach out to our new Membership Chair, Eric Gacutan, at 707-330-3164 or [email protected]. Information is also available on our website: www.eastbayclaims.org. It’s your participation that keeps this organization going strong!On that note, I’d like to wish Lynna an amazing retirement from her position as Membership Chair. Thank you so much for all your years of service to this organization. You have done so with so much love and kindness and we will miss you dearly! Please don’t forget to come visit us every now and again, Lynna!Looking forward to this New Year. We are starting things off with a BANG in January! We have the Annual EBCA New Year Kickoff Party planned for January 8th, 2020, at Lazy Dog Restau-rant in Concord. The event is from 6-9pm. There will be good food, delicious drinks, amazing people and, as always, a great raffle! Come on out and join us for this fun networking event! Details for ticket pricing and sponsorship options are available on the website. Hope to see you all there!!In February we will resume our luncheon meetings, hosting our annual Legal Review by Low Ball & Lynch (I can’t remember if this is correct…!!), and in March we are looking forward to the annual BINGO luncheon!Looking forward to an amazing year in 2020, thank you all so much for being a part of it!Thank you,
Amaya FineRegasGroup Environmental Consultants916-757-4019 Cell916-235-3110 Office916-404-5170 [email protected]
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I hope you had a great, and not overly stressful, Holiday season. My wish for you as we look forward to the start of a new decade is for great success and wondrous adventures, beyond your wildest dreams.This past year was truly a year of growth and new life for all of our affiliate organizations. We look forward to continuing to build on the involvement of so many
new folks, along with our steadfast members, as we further solidify the bonds that come through personal association.For me, personally, it was also quite the trans-formative year. I so appreciate all the recognition and warmth so many have directed my way, and the incredible and sustaining support we continue to enjoy for our efforts in the industry. As one friend in the associations said to me on the eve of being presented the CCNC’s Professional Of The Year award - “Congratulations, I heard you won the ‘old-timer’s award’.”While that notion did occur to me, as I’ve been around this industry since way back in the day - last century, even, I felt so honored to be chosen for such recognition. I actually had numerous similar experiences last year. I was presented with our Rotary club’s distinguished “Quiet Rotarian” award; my BNI networking group named me as a Notable Marketer; and most recently, I was presented with the CSBA’s 2019 Golden Quill award for excellence in Journalism. CSBA is the California School Boards As-sociation. I was nominated by the board of the Lammersville Unified School District in Mountain House. Quite a distinguished honor, once again.My point being, we all do the work we do and strive to deliver as best we can. These types of recognitions certainly serve to validate the efforts, but I don’t know anyone who is out actively seeking such accolades. Usually, we do what we do out of a sense
of service, without thought of recognition. In a way, all this becomes more to live up to.In case you missed my last E-News edition, I want to acknowledge someone in particular who has been there for me literally my entire life, and who has played such an important role with our ANN efforts, especially this past decade, but even beyond: Lynna Harrison, my mom and our Customer Services Manager, has officially retired from daily chores with the business as of year-end."The Great Munsay" has long been my loving nickname for this amazing woman. She has been so instrumental in keeping operations on track while always providing a kind and supportive voice for our valued clients and associates.I've been working to find ways to cover the void that’s now left following her daily presence in business for so long. We'll do all we can, but nothing will truly replace all she brought to the table. That said, I am excited for her to get to more fully enjoy her own passions, and am loving not always having to talk shop.I want to also thank all of the people who continue to help make our communications efforts possible. Our ad sponsors in particular, both in print and on our affiliate web sites, truly enable all our efforts to happen. Thank you. Also, leadership players throughout our network have been amazing, demonstrating over and over what a positive difference can be made through engaging.May your days grow brighter as they grow longer, and may you know inner peace and harmony moving forward.Warmest regards!
BryanBryan Harrison, [email protected]
Holidays Past & Into the New Decade We Go!Holidays Past & Into the New Decade We Go!
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Cody Rogers is pleased to announce the for-mation of TCB Restoration, a full-service restoration enterprise serving the Greater Sacramento Area. Rogers, who serves as the Owner/Mitigation Manager, launched TCB Restoration as of the beginning of September 2019, following years of working in the industry.TCB Restoration provides the following services: 24 hour Emergency Service. Fire,water, Mold Remediation, Reconstruc-tion, and Remodeling.“I started as a carpet cleaner with my step-father,” Cody explains. “I went on to work at Stanley Steemer, where I was trained in water damage Res-toration, and received my first IICRC Certification.”A native of Sacramento, “born and raised,” Cody states “Restoration is all I know!!”Amongst his strongest accomplishments thus far in his work thus far, Cody shares his experience in “managing a $5 million Mitigation operation with three (3) offices serving the Greater Northern California region,”.A clearly affable character, Cody says he’s been told people like working
Announcing the Launch of TCB RestorationAnnouncing the Launch of TCB Restoration
Cody Rogers
Abatix Announces Addition of Mike JonesAbatix Announces Addition of Mike Jones
with him. He’s already been in-volved in both Sacramento Claims Association and East Bay Claims Association events.Outside of work, Cody tells us he is into cars; Drag racing, Classic cars. In fact, he says, he is a member of a Local Car Club.Cody Rogers, and TCB Restoration, may be reached at: 800-TCB-9873, or Cody.Rogers@TCB_Restoration.com.
Abatix is pleased to announce the addition of Mr. Mike Jones to their sales team. Mr. Jones, who accepted the position of Outside Sales Rep for the S.F. & Sacramento markets in November 2019.Abatix provides a wide range of supplies, equipment & safety items for all sectors of the restoration industry. Mike’s territory includes Northern California & Northern Nevada.A six-plus year veteran of the property claims industry, Mr. Jones is excited about this next step. “I began my restoration industry career in April of 2013, working as a Sales & Marketing Manager for SERVPRO of Benicia/Martinez/SE Vallejo,” Mike explained. “Most recently I was a Marketing Manager for FRSTeam of Sacramento.”Prior to his work in the industry, Jones worked as a Loan Officer & New Accounts Manager at a Credit Union in Martinez, California. “Prior to that I worked in the Mortgage industry,” he said.Mike has served on several boards/committees, including the Claims Con-ference of Northern California and, most recently, joined the Mid-Valley Claims Association board of directors.Mike was also named the 2018 National Sales Award winner for FRSTeam!“I’m so happy to find a new home within the restoration industry,” Mike stated. “I’ve had so many extraordinary leaders, mentors & peers along the way and am looking forward to this new chapter within our wonderful industry!”Outside of his work, Mike lives life. “I love sports and as a former DJ, my passion is music (all genres). But most of all I enjoy spending time with my wife & 2 boys!”A Northern California native, Mike was born in Vallejo, and grew up in Martinez. He now makes the Sacramento area his home.Abatix Outside Sales Rep, Mike Jones, may be reached directly at: (510) 316-4478 or Desired email [email protected]
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Pleasant Hill, CA – The East Bay Claims Association Hol-iday luncheon meeting, held December 11, 2019, was a most festive affair amidst a full agenda.Held at Zio Fraedo’s Restaurant in Pleasant Hill, the event was emceed by Immediate Past President, Gemma House, and featured election of new officers for the 2020-2021 term, a lovely send-off of good wishes to retiring longtime Membership Chair, Lynna Harrison, and presentations from key representatives of the four newly decided upon slate of charitable beneficiaries for this year.Election of new officers for 2020-2021 was handled by accli-mation by yours truly. Nominations were opened to the floor following a brief outline of the officer nominations being pre-sented by the board. Nominations were closed with no additions offered, and the vote was unanimous amongst the members.EBCA 2019 Vice President, Amaya Fine, was voted in as President for 2020-’21. Vice President is John Ehlert, who will also maintain his position as associa-tion Treasurer. Liza Wisecarver remains as Secretary, follow-
Busy EBCA Holiday LuncheonBusy EBCA Holiday LuncheonElection of new officers, charitable donation presentations, and fond send-off to Ms. Lynna all make the season brighter
EBCA Past Pres., Gemma Houser, ran the Dec meeting in Jen Pinney’s absence
Love-A-Child Mission representative Jerome Knott with Kathleen Taylor
Taylor Family Foundation CEO Angie Carmignani with Gemma Houser
CCARC Exec Dir. John Bolle accepts the EBCA donation, with Kathleen Taylor
Shelley Ham, of Rooms Of Hope, with Bryan Harrison and Kathleen Taylor, accepts the EBCA charitable donation at the Holiday luncheon
Bryan Harrison presided over the 2020 Election of EBCA Officers
Incoming President, Amaya Fine, worked the raffle table
Longtime East Bay Claims Membership Chair, Lynna Harrison, was honored as she steps into retirement
2019 EBCA VP Amaya Fine, and Past Pres. Gemma Houser, presented Lynna with a beautiful bouquet and card
The December 11, 2019 EBCA Holiday luncheon saw a great turnout of members and guests.
Thank you, Liz, for all you do. Happy New Year to Zio Fraedo’s!
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Contra Costa ARC Rooms Of HopeLove A Child Missions Taylor Family Foundation
EBCA 2019 Chosen Charitable Recipients Include:
Join the EBCA for our final Luncheon Meeting of the Year!Join the EBCA for our final Luncheon Meeting of the Year!
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2020 brings greater protections for insurance consumersas new laws sponsored by Commissioner Ricardo Lara go into effectSACRAMENTO, CA — Californians will benefit from stronger insurance protections as six new state laws de-signed with consumers in mind took effect January 1, 2020. Several other consumer protection laws will take ef-fect later in the year.“We won many victories for California consumers last year, and secured more protections for homeowners, motorists, seniors, and diverse businesses,” said Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara. “I am looking forward to a new year creating additional new protections for consumers, including those affected by catastrophic wildfires. We will continue working with our partners, the Legisla-ture, and the Governor to make a better California for all in 2020.”AUTO INSURANCEBeginning January 1, consumers now have the right to choose a cash pay-ment in lieu of repairing a damaged vehicle under an automobile insurance policy thanks to Assembly Bill 1538, authored by Assembly Member Shir-ley Weber. This new law helps protect low income drivers, allowing policy-holders to collect an insurance claim even if they choose not to repair the vehicle.
The California Low Cost Automobile Insurance Program, which helps pro-vide auto liability insurance to new drivers in under-served communities, has been extended to January 1, 2025 as a result of Senate Bill 570, authored by Senator Susan Rubio.Among other things, this new law also extends eligibility to students if they reside at the same address where they are claimed as a dependent. Economic empowerment of diverse small businessesSenate Bill 534, authored by Senator Steven Bradford, encourages the $310 billion insurance industry to use its buying power to benefit diverse small businesses. SB 534 extends innovative programs that bring increased trans-parency and opportunities for partner-ship between the nation’s largest insur-ance market and woman-, minority-, LGBT- and veteran-owned businesses.Investment in under-servedcommunitiesThis year, the California Organized Investment Network (COIN) will con-tinue thanks to Assembly Bill 1099, authored by Assembly Member Ian Calderon. The new law will allow this
important program at the Department to continue its mission in investing into California’s under- served com-munities and helping the economic development of the state. The COIN program encourages insurers to be supportive of investments that pro-mote social, economic, and environ-mental benefits.Pet insurancePet owners will also see greater pro-tections with their pet insurance pol-icies as Assembly Bill 1535, authored by Assembly Member Wendy Carril-lo, takes effect. This new law requires pet insurers to disclose the contact information for the underwriting in-surer, the agent or broker, and the Department of Insurance to consum-ers that hold pet insurance policies. This new law will provide consumers with greater transparency and help streamline the line of communication between pet owners and their pet in-surance carriers so that insurers cannot hide behind confusing brand names to avoid claims or complaints.Health and long-term careSenate Bill 784, authored by the Sen-ate Committee on Health, conforms state law to both recent federal stat-utory changes, and adopted National Association of Insurance Commis-sioners (NAIC) Model Regulations made to the Medicare program and, specifically, Medicare Supplement policies issued on or after January 1, 2020 in order to ensure compliance with the federal Medicare Access and Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act.
Two additional Commis-sioner- sponsored consumer
protection laws are set to take effect beginning July 1, 2020 including:Senate Bill 740, authored by Senator Holly Mitchell, will require insurers to identify deceased individuals whose deaths may require insurers to pay benefits or proceeds to beneficiaries in accordance with the terms of life in-surance policies, annuity contracts, or retained asset accounts. Under this new landmark law, insurers are now required to attempt to locate beneficiaries of the deceased individ-uals and provide appropriate claims forms or instructions to the benefi-ciaries to make a claim. This new law follows up on nearly a decade of mar-ket conduct exams and enforcement actions conducted by the Department against life insurers as part of a nation-wide effort.Senate Bill 508, authored by Senator Connie Leyva, will place residents of mobile homes, condominiums, and rental housing on equal footing with homeowners when it comes to know-ing about their rights under California law by requiring insurers to provide the Residential Property Insurance Disclosure statement and the Cali-fornia Residential Property Insurance Bill of Rights Disclosure.In addition, Commissioner Lara sup-ported Assembly Bill 1816, authored by Assembly Member Tom Daly, which will require insurers to provide at least a 75-day notice when they non-renew a homeowners’ policy for a policy that expires on or after July 1, 2020. This additional time will give homeowners a chance to shop for a new policy and consider their options.
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Contra Costa ARCContra Costa Advocacy, Respect & Commitment is an organization that does great work on a local level. Their mission statement says it: “Contra Costa ARC exists to enhance and enrich the lives of children with special needs and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Toward that end we provide direct services and advocacy to assist those we serve in achieving their highest level of personal independence and self-sufficiency.” www.contracostaarc.com
Love A Child Missionsis a ministry started in 1984 that was quickly turned into a homeless shelter for women and children with an inspiration from the spiritu-al. A weekly children’s ministry was started, with mostly fatherless children that were being raised by single mothers. Weekly events included swimming, hiking, camping and good clean fun outside of the drug infested neighborhoods they were living in. For over 30 years, Love A Child Missions has been providing women and children with services they need to ease and end their crisis of homelessness and substance abuse. Today they are one of the largest homeless recovery shelters for women and children in Contra Costa County, serving over 300 women and children annually. https://loveachildmissions.org/
Rooms of HopeROOMS OF HOPE is a 501(c) non-profit organization serving 9 coun-ties that make up the San Francisco Bay Area. Rooms of Hope gives back a little bit of control to sick children who often lose their say in daily activities, including going to school or having play dates because of their depressed immune systems and need for medical attention. Usually, they can no longer participate in sports or other extracurricular activities. Daily routines go from being “normal” to now being all about hospital visits or being at home while the rest of world moves forward without them. But Rooms Of Hope brings something wonderful to look forward to and give each child their voice. This gift goes on well beyond their amazing reveal of their dream space. While at home, this is their place of inspiration, healing and solace." www.roomsofhope.org/
Taylor Family FoundationThe Taylor Family Foundation’s Mission is “to preserve the wellness and enhance the quality of life for children in Northern California living with life-threatening and chronic illnesses, developmental dis-abilities and youth at-risk through unique therapeutic experiences and support”. It is a camp in Livermore that provides an amazing camp experiences for kids suffering with chronic illnesses, develop-mental disabilities and at risk kids.The camp is completely free of charge so that any child regardless of their families financial stand-ings can attend. https://ttff.org/
ing her appointment to that position earlier in 2019 with the departure of Hailey Ayres.Kudos were given to outgoing Pres-ident/now Immediate Past President, Jennifer Pinney (who was unable to attend), for her dynamic leadership the past two years. All agreed that she, and her board, have made a tremendous difference for the orga-nization, and community at large.Ms. Houser then took a few moments to present well-wishes, flowers and a nice card signed by many to longtime member and Membership Chair, Lyn-na Harrison, who had announced that she had decided to fully retire. Lynna spoke briefly, thanking everyone for their kindness, and expressing her delight at the new growth EBCA is experiencing. “I love you all,” she said.The main feature for the day was the introduction of, and donation presen-tations to, the 2019 EBCA Charitable beneficiaries. EBCA Speaker Chair and Charitable Committee member, Kathleen Taylor introduced each of the non-profit representatives, all of whom were lead players in their respective or-ganizations.Taylor Family Foundation CEO, Angie Carmignani, led off the pre-sentations, expressing her gratitude to the board and the membership for selecting their organization for this year. She shared some background and a quick overview of the amazing work their organization does.Love-A-Child Missions’ Jerome Knott followed. The shelter focuses
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on recovery for women and families with children, assisting with finding gainful employment for their clien-tele, among other services.“Tent city invasion is inevitable if we do not address these problems,” he stated flatly. He added that the county has experienced a 43% increase in those experiencing homelessness in the last year.John Balle, Executive Director at the Contra Costa ARC (Advocacy, Respect, Commitment), followed Mr. Knott. The CCARC, he said, serves more than 1,100 people on a daily ba-sis. One of their key services is early intervention for kids with special needs, he explained. They help with finding community resources, teach-ing life skills, and finding supported employment, amongst other services.Ms. Shelley Ham, founder of the Rooms Of Hope organization, ad-dressed the EBCA membership with heartfelt stories of fulfilling their mission. Rooms Of Hope provides dream bedrooms and spaces for children dealing with life threatening medical issues. “We work to bring hope and some joy to children liter-ally battling for their lives,” she said.This meeting also featured the annual EBCA Toy Drive. Members brought new, unwrapped, toys and/or books for kids of a variety of ages that were taken for donation to Shelter, Inc.There was a special feeling of good-ness in the air at this event. Everyone involved in the East Bay Claims Association should feel a real sense of pride in giving back to our greater community.
2019 EBCA Charitable Recipients
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FIRE INVESTIGATORSFIRE INVESTIGATORS FIRE CAUSE ANALYSIS - Ulises Castellon, CPCUServing Clients (800) 726-5939 • Fax: (510) 649-3099Nationwide! [email protected]
LEAK DETECTION/PLUMBINGLEAK DETECTION/PLUMBINGAMERICAN LEAK DETECTION - Hillel SalomonP.O. Box 438 (800) 353-LEAK (5325)Berkeley, CA 94701 www.AmericanLeakDetection.comBULLSEYE LEAK DETECTION - Daniel Spatz4015 Seaport Blvd. www.bullseyeleak.com • (916) 760-8944West Sacramento, CA 95691 [email protected] WATER CONSERVATION, INC. - James Bolin/Colin MarceeServing the Gr. Bay Area, Sacramento, San Joaquin & Stanislaus Counties (209) 652-4378 Use our online scheduling feature @ https://CityWaterConservation.com
OVERSPRAY REMOVALOVERSPRAY REMOVALNATIONWIDE OVERSPRAY - Eric Gerencser Benicia, California www.overspray.net • (925) 408-5909Safe Overspray Removal [email protected] • (800) 345-1269
PROPERTY RESTORATION - CLOTHING SPECIALISTSPROPERTY RESTORATION - CLOTHING SPECIALISTSBRIGHT LEAF CLEANERS - Liza WisecarverServicing all BrightleafCleaners.com • cell (925) 406-9889of Northern CA [email protected] • office (925) 455-6000FRSTeam - Jim and Courtney Nicholas3201A Investment Blvd 510-723-1000Hayward, CA 94545 Natalie Lagorio: [email protected]
PROPERTY RESTORATION/CONTENTSPROPERTY RESTORATION/CONTENTSAMERICAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (510) 429-500025000 Industrial Blvd. Fax (510) 429-5010Hayward, CA 94545 www.ATIrestoration.comBELFOR USA - Dave Warters/Lisa Schwichtenberg2365 Industrial Pkwy West (888) 543-3473 • Fax (510) 887-9110Hayward, CA 94545 [email protected] RESTORATIONResidential & Commercial msconstruction.com • Pl. Hill: (925) 944-050224 Hour Em Service Fairfield: (707) 864-8880 • Stockton: (209) 982-0502SERVICEMASTER OF OAKLAND/ALAMEDA - Jean Hughes14498 Wicks Blvd [email protected] • (510) 351-0581San Leandro, CA 94577-6712 Fax (510) 351-4704SERVICEMASTER RESTORATION SERVICES, INC. - Charles Hoage2121 Diamond Blvd. [email protected] • (800) 490-8439Concord, CA 94520 www.svmcleaning-restoration.com
ARTWORK RESTORATIONARTWORK RESTORATIONART - ART RECOVERY TECHNOLOGIES - Andrew Titley 8698 Thornton Ave. www.ers-us.com • (510) 775-1959Newark, CA 94560 [email protected]
CONTRACTORS-ASBESTOS/LEAD/MOLD REMEDIATIONCONTRACTORS-ASBESTOS/LEAD/MOLD REMEDIATIONALLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP - Ed Work4950 Fulton Drive, Suite E www.alliance-enviro.com • (707) 419-7638Fairfield, CA 94534 [email protected] TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (510) 429-500025000 Industrial Blvd. Fax (510) 429-5010Hayward, CA 94545 www.ATIrestoration.comJM 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. - Steve MacFarlane4047 Clipper Court www.pwstephensinc.com • (510) 651-9506Fremont, CA 94538 Fax (510) 651-7702
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