Northern Nevada Claims AssociationUpcoming EventsYour Northern Nevada Claims Association Board is working hard to finalize some great Lunch & Learn presentations and other events for 2025. Updates will be posted soon.
Past EventsLunch & Learn
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The Annual Bowling Tournament! was a sold-out success and all who participated had a great time!
When: June 9, 2022 from 2:45-5:00PM
Where: High Sierra Lanes, 3390 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502
When: June 9, 2022 from 2:45-5:00PM
Where: High Sierra Lanes, 3390 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502
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Tournament Sponsor
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Thursday, March 5, 2020 2-hour CE Luncheon at South Valleys Library
Topic: Document Recovery & Restoration
Presenters:
Steven Korasidas, Executive General Adjuster, McLarens, Scottsdale, AZ
Brian Foote, National Document Recovery Team, BELFOR Property Restoration, Reno, NV
Course Description: Documents are the most valuable and irreplaceable assets, but they often become an under-appreciated risk during a large or small disaster. Leveraging lessons learned from real-world events including Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Sandy, the 2014 east coast deep freezes, and the University of Kansas library fire, this presentation will help attendees identify documents affected by the loss, guard against security breaches and HIPAA violations, protect against further damage, know the options available to recover and restore various types of physical and electronic documents, and verify that contaminated documents are safe for future handling.
Approved for 2 hours of CE for Nevada Insurance Adjusters
Course Name: Document Recovery and Restoration Course Number: 23687
Provider: 152468 – Nevada Claims Association, P.O. Box 17152, Reno, NV 89511
Course Category: Property Approved Credit Hours: 2.00
Presenters:
Steven Korasidas, Executive General Adjuster, McLarens, Scottsdale, AZ
Brian Foote, National Document Recovery Team, BELFOR Property Restoration, Reno, NV
Course Description: Documents are the most valuable and irreplaceable assets, but they often become an under-appreciated risk during a large or small disaster. Leveraging lessons learned from real-world events including Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Sandy, the 2014 east coast deep freezes, and the University of Kansas library fire, this presentation will help attendees identify documents affected by the loss, guard against security breaches and HIPAA violations, protect against further damage, know the options available to recover and restore various types of physical and electronic documents, and verify that contaminated documents are safe for future handling.
Approved for 2 hours of CE for Nevada Insurance Adjusters
Course Name: Document Recovery and Restoration Course Number: 23687
Provider: 152468 – Nevada Claims Association, P.O. Box 17152, Reno, NV 89511
Course Category: Property Approved Credit Hours: 2.00
Thursday, February 6, 2020 CE Luncheon
South Valleys Public Library
Topic: Disaster Damage Assessment and Preparation
Presenter: Aaron R. Kenneston, Administrator of the Washoe County Emergency Management, Homeland Security, and Fire Suppression Program
Provided 1 hour of CE for Nevada Insurance Adjusters
Topic: Disaster Damage Assessment and Preparation
Presenter: Aaron R. Kenneston, Administrator of the Washoe County Emergency Management, Homeland Security, and Fire Suppression Program
Provided 1 hour of CE for Nevada Insurance Adjusters
Aaron leads the Washoe County region (50 different agencies and jurisdictions) in planning, training, responding, mitigating, and recovering from all hazards. During his almost 25 years in the military, he performed many emergency management roles and responded to floods, fire, civil unrest, Y2K activities, State-level security events, and search and rescues. As the Washoe County Emergency Manager he has served during many declared emergencies, including winter storms and avalanche, devastating wild land fires, criminal acts with active assailants, aircraft and rail accidents, and damaging floods. He has also planned, coordinated, and participated in several major disaster exercises with Regional agencies and jurisdictions. He has earned a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, and two Masters Degrees.
Thursday, October 3, 2019
South Valleys Public Library
Topic: Construction Defects, presented by
Presenter: Danny Sommers, Principal and Forensic Investigator at Farr West Engineering
Topic: Construction Defects, presented by
Presenter: Danny Sommers, Principal and Forensic Investigator at Farr West Engineering
Danny Sommers has broad-based experience in the fields of mechanical, civil and environmental engineering. In addition to overseeing many large-scale construction, agricultural, and manufacturing projects, his background includes extensive involvement with estimating, funding, permitting, and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) clearance. Danny routinely works with Federal, State and local entities to ensure that projects are compliant with government requirements. Danny provides investigative and expert witness services to insurance companies and the legal community on a wide variety of issues, including structural failures, automobile accident reconstruction, fire and explosion investigations and product defects analysis. Danny earned his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Nevada Reno and is a certified fire and explosion investigator. Danny is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the Northern Nevada Claims Association. He loves the outdoors and enjoys the mountains, rivers, lakes, and wildlife of Nevada. He is a Reno native, and he and his wife Robin have enjoyed raising their four children in northern Nevada. Danny is a licensed pyrotechnician, and in his spare time provides pyrotechnic displays for the Reno Aces, Pops on the River, Pro Bull Riding, the Reno Rodeo and other local events.
Thursday, September 4, 2019
South Valleys Public Library
Presentation by Nevada Insurance Commissioner Barbara Richardson.
Presentation by Nevada Insurance Commissioner Barbara Richardson.
Prior to assuming the role of Nevada Insurance Commissioner, Barbara had been the New Hampshire Insurance Department's Director of Operations and Fraud for 12 years. She oversaw several units of the Department, including the Premium and Retaliatory Tax unit, the Criminal Fraud investigation unit, the Business unit and the Producer Licensing unit.
Barbara is a graduate of Vassar College and has a law degree from the University of New Hampshire School of Law and an MBA from Loyola University in Chicago.
She has been an active member on the national level of the NAIC's Producer Licensing Task Force, the Producer Licensing Working group and the Antifraud Task Force. In addition to these duties, Barbara was an adjunct professor at the University of New Hampshire School of Law teaching insurance law.
Barbara is a graduate of Vassar College and has a law degree from the University of New Hampshire School of Law and an MBA from Loyola University in Chicago.
She has been an active member on the national level of the NAIC's Producer Licensing Task Force, the Producer Licensing Working group and the Antifraud Task Force. In addition to these duties, Barbara was an adjunct professor at the University of New Hampshire School of Law teaching insurance law.
Thursday, June 6, 2019
South Valleys Public Library
Topic: ARkStorm@Tahoe Project: Learning to live with extremes in Tahoe, Reno, Carson
Presenter: Maureen McCarthy, PhD, University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) and Desert Research Institute (DRI)
Topic: ARkStorm@Tahoe Project: Learning to live with extremes in Tahoe, Reno, Carson
Presenter: Maureen McCarthy, PhD, University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) and Desert Research Institute (DRI)
Thursday, February 7, 2019
South Valleys Public Library
Topic: Asbestos - What Adjusters and Contractors Need to Know
Speaker: Michael Wolf, CEM, Permitting and Enforcement Branch Chief, Air Quality Management Division, Washoe County Health District
Topic: Asbestos - What Adjusters and Contractors Need to Know
Speaker: Michael Wolf, CEM, Permitting and Enforcement Branch Chief, Air Quality Management Division, Washoe County Health District
Thursday, January 3, 2019 - Holiday Lunch and Roundtable for 2019 Goals
Thursday, November 1, 2018 - Adjuster 2-Hour CE Lunch & Learn
Course Name: Continuing Education for Adjusters
Number of CE Hours: 2.00, Applicable Lines of Insurance: Ethics, Course Number: 22662
The course covered:
2017 Legislative changes to Chapter 684A of NRS. , Licensing and Continuing Education Changes, Statutory Duties and Responsibilities , Sources of Information, Continuing Education
What the changes mean to independent Adjusters, Adjuster Ethics, Unfair Claims Practices Act
Presenters:
Stephanie B. McGee, JD, CCEP
Deputy Commissioner, Captive Services and Market Regulation
Brian Foote, MBA, WRT, HCC
BELFOR Property Restoration
Number of CE Hours: 2.00, Applicable Lines of Insurance: Ethics, Course Number: 22662
The course covered:
2017 Legislative changes to Chapter 684A of NRS. , Licensing and Continuing Education Changes, Statutory Duties and Responsibilities , Sources of Information, Continuing Education
What the changes mean to independent Adjusters, Adjuster Ethics, Unfair Claims Practices Act
Presenters:
Stephanie B. McGee, JD, CCEP
Deputy Commissioner, Captive Services and Market Regulation
Brian Foote, MBA, WRT, HCC
BELFOR Property Restoration
Thursday, September 6, 2018 Lunch & Learn
Topic:
Nevada State Contractors Board Resources
Presenters:
Susan Broili-Kamesch and Fred Schoenfeldt of the Nevada State Contractors Board
Nevada State Contractors Board Resources
Presenters:
Susan Broili-Kamesch and Fred Schoenfeldt of the Nevada State Contractors Board
Annual Golf Tournament & Membership BBQ - August 9, 2018
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Our fun-filled annual tournament was at the Wolf Run Golf Club on Thursday August 9, 2018. Checkin started at 6:30am and the shotgun start began at 8:00am. The Awards / Membership BBQ lunch was held after the tournament.
Title Sponsor:
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Thursday, June 7, 2018 Lunch & Learn
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South Valleys Public Library
15650 Wedge Parkway, Reno, NV 89511 Thursday June 6, 2018 • 11:45am-1:00pm Topic: Overview of Current OSHA Stats & Asbestos Information Presenter: Andy Giddings, CSP SCATS Consultation Supervisor, Reno Territory |
Mr. Giddings is the consultation supervisor of the Northern Nevada SCATS office in Reno. His duties include supervising Safety Consultants, an Industrial Hygienist, and support staff in the Reno and Elko offices.
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May 3, 2018 Lunch & Learn
Our luncheon included three great presentations on restoring and recycling damaged property. Presenter: Scott Bonnenfant of CRDN Topic: Textile and Electronics Restoration Presenters: Erich Schmitt and Trista Begovich of Lifecycle Solutions Topic: Electronics Recycling Presenter: Kendra Kostelecky of Waste Management Topic: Recycling |
CRDN removes odor, soot, grime, mold and mildew from clothing, bedding, rugs, leathers, suedes, furs, draperies, linens, stuffed animals, shoes, hats, belts, purses, and now performs electronics restoration.
Lifecycle Solutions is an electronics recycling company that offers solutions to safely and securely destroy confidential data, manage assets and help companies become environmentally responsible with their electronic waste.
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April 5, 2018 Lunch & Learn at South Valleys Public Library
Topic: 4 Myths and 1 Terrifying Truth About Cybercrime
Presenter: Ira Victor, Digital Forensic Practitioner at DiscoveryTechnician
Ira shared valuable information and practical solutions for protecting businesses and individuals from cybercrime. He dissected the myths about these crimes, the so-called silver bullets, and the piles of money being spent -- and lost -- in the battle to contain this menace. And the terrifying truth: If you've had any dealing with anyone who's hit with this type of fraud, you will be ensnared in litigation.
Topic: 4 Myths and 1 Terrifying Truth About Cybercrime
Presenter: Ira Victor, Digital Forensic Practitioner at DiscoveryTechnician
Ira shared valuable information and practical solutions for protecting businesses and individuals from cybercrime. He dissected the myths about these crimes, the so-called silver bullets, and the piles of money being spent -- and lost -- in the battle to contain this menace. And the terrifying truth: If you've had any dealing with anyone who's hit with this type of fraud, you will be ensnared in litigation.
10th Annual Charity Bowling Tournament - March 15, 2018 - 2:45-5:00pm
The Northern Nevada Claims Association's Annual Charity Bowling Tournament was a great success. We had 19 bowling teams, pizza and drinks, great St. Patrick's Day costumes, fantastic Raffle Prizes, and everyone had a really wonderful time! Proceeds benefited both CARE Chest and the South Valleys Library. The librarians joined us and their bowling team had great costumes, and the new Director of CARE Chest also attended. Thanks to everyone for their participation!
Watch for the 2019 Tournament when the time comes and join the fun!
Watch for the 2019 Tournament when the time comes and join the fun!
Special thanks to our generous sponsors:
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Grand Prize Sponsor: Hall & Oats / Train Concert
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Trophy Sponsor:
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Feb 1, 2018 Lunch & Learn |
Location: South Valleys Public Library, 15650 Wedge Parkway, Reno, NV 89511
Thursday February 1, 2018 • 11:45am-1:00pm |
Topic: Living more Safely with the Threat of Wildfire
Presenter: Ed Smith, Living With Fire Program
Ed Smith is a natural resource specialist with University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, and co-manager of the Living With Fire Program. He received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in renewable natural resources management from the University of Nevada, Reno and has received a variety of national awards for his outreach efforts.
Presenter: Ed Smith, Living With Fire Program
Ed Smith is a natural resource specialist with University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, and co-manager of the Living With Fire Program. He received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in renewable natural resources management from the University of Nevada, Reno and has received a variety of national awards for his outreach efforts.
2017 Holiday Luncheon
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Our Holiday Luncheon and Food Drive to benefit Evelyn Mount's Community Outreach was relaxing and enjoyable. It was held at the South Valleys Library and we invited to library staff to dine with us. The Library Director shared how the funds donated by the chapter from the bowling tournament are being used to benefit library patrons. It was a great Turkey Luncheon with all the trimmings, interesting conversations, and we collected several frozen turkeys and a great deal of canned goods for those in need in our community.
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November 2, 2017 Lunch & LearnLocation: South Valleys Public Library, 15650 Wedge Parkway, Reno, NV 89511
Thursday November 2, 2017 • 11:45am-1:00pm |
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Topic: Panel Discussion on New Technology and its Applications to Claims
Panelists: Jim Smith, Brandon Lewis, Andrew Woodard, Peggy Willard Ross, and Gennady Stolyarov
This knowledgeable panel lead a discussion on new technology and its application to claims - including big data and autonomous vehicles - some examples of how the adjuster, insured and broker can work together, ethics, new legislation, and developments in education programs for claims professionals.
Panelists: Jim Smith, Brandon Lewis, Andrew Woodard, Peggy Willard Ross, and Gennady Stolyarov
This knowledgeable panel lead a discussion on new technology and its application to claims - including big data and autonomous vehicles - some examples of how the adjuster, insured and broker can work together, ethics, new legislation, and developments in education programs for claims professionals.
September 7, 2017 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Environmental Liability Issues
Presenter: Dean Stanphill, PE, CEM
Location: South Valleys Public Library, 15650 Wedge Parkway
Reno, NV 89511
Date: Thursday September 7, 2017 Time: 11:45am-1:00pm
Mr. Dean Stanphill, PE, CEM is a Senior Manager with ES Engineering Services and manages the Reno office. He has over 30 years experience with 20 years in Northern Nevada. He has served as an expert witness on various landfill issues related to environmental compliance in Ohio, Nevada, California, and Melbourne Australia.
Presenter: Dean Stanphill, PE, CEM
Location: South Valleys Public Library, 15650 Wedge Parkway
Reno, NV 89511
Date: Thursday September 7, 2017 Time: 11:45am-1:00pm
Mr. Dean Stanphill, PE, CEM is a Senior Manager with ES Engineering Services and manages the Reno office. He has over 30 years experience with 20 years in Northern Nevada. He has served as an expert witness on various landfill issues related to environmental compliance in Ohio, Nevada, California, and Melbourne Australia.
2017 NNCA Golf Tournament
The Northern Nevada Claims Association's annual Golf Tournament and Membership BBQ on August 10, 2017 was a success, thanks to our devoted board and all of our great sponsors!
June 1, 2017 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Disaster Recovery for Adjusters - 1 California CE Hour for Adjusters
Presenter: Brian Foote, WRT, HCC, MBA
This class presents insurance adjusters with disaster recovery best practices and real-world examples to speed recovery time, recover damaged structures and contents, minimize secondary damage, and reduce overall risks and costs. Brian is on the national document restoration team for BELFOR Property Restoration and has participated in cleanup efforts after Hurricane Sandy and other large-loss events.
Presenter: Brian Foote, WRT, HCC, MBA
This class presents insurance adjusters with disaster recovery best practices and real-world examples to speed recovery time, recover damaged structures and contents, minimize secondary damage, and reduce overall risks and costs. Brian is on the national document restoration team for BELFOR Property Restoration and has participated in cleanup efforts after Hurricane Sandy and other large-loss events.
May 4, 2017 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Drones
Presenter: Drone Experts from the FAA and Reno Airport Authority
Drones allow exciting possibilities. Can they be useful for claims? Can they cause claims to be filed? The FAA will provide an introduction and overview of the rules and regulations regarding the use of drones for commercial purposes, focusing on how to obtain airspace access and operate safely in Truckee Meadows and the surrounding communities. Reno Air Traffic Control personnel will demonstrate and explain the different rules in the airspace comprising approach and departure paths of aircraft operating in and around northern Nevada and California.
Presenter: Drone Experts from the FAA and Reno Airport Authority
Drones allow exciting possibilities. Can they be useful for claims? Can they cause claims to be filed? The FAA will provide an introduction and overview of the rules and regulations regarding the use of drones for commercial purposes, focusing on how to obtain airspace access and operate safely in Truckee Meadows and the surrounding communities. Reno Air Traffic Control personnel will demonstrate and explain the different rules in the airspace comprising approach and departure paths of aircraft operating in and around northern Nevada and California.
April 6, 2017 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Controlling Worker's Compensation Losses
Presenter: Cody Johnson, Broker at Balsinger Insurance
Cody Johnson graduated from the University of Nevada with a degree in Engineering Physics. After working in commercial development as a risk manager, Cody joined Balsiger Insurance in 2011 to help companies with their own risk management needs. He helps clients control costs by detailing for them the drivers of insurance premium for their given industry.
This is done by helping clients understand their experience modification, developing a return-to-work and light-duty programs, as well as considering how to prevent or minimize losses before they happen. Topics for presentation will include these with a focus on controlling worker's compensation losses and an analysis of how these losses are handled can be a significant driver of the rate a company will pay for insurance.
Presenter: Cody Johnson, Broker at Balsinger Insurance
Cody Johnson graduated from the University of Nevada with a degree in Engineering Physics. After working in commercial development as a risk manager, Cody joined Balsiger Insurance in 2011 to help companies with their own risk management needs. He helps clients control costs by detailing for them the drivers of insurance premium for their given industry.
This is done by helping clients understand their experience modification, developing a return-to-work and light-duty programs, as well as considering how to prevent or minimize losses before they happen. Topics for presentation will include these with a focus on controlling worker's compensation losses and an analysis of how these losses are handled can be a significant driver of the rate a company will pay for insurance.
March 2, 2017 Lunch & Learn
Presentation by Nevada Contractor's Board.
Winter Party - January 14, 2017
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Held at the Peppermill Resort Spa Reno with a great dinner and a fantastic live band, this event was enjoyed by all who attended. It was fun to dress up and visit with each other. Thank you to DH Construction for being the Wine Sponsor.
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December 1, 2016 Lunch & Learn with new Nevada Insurance Commissioner
Speaker: Barbara Richardson, Nevada Insurance Commissioner
Commissioner Richardson fielded questions from membership and provided a lively and extremely informative discussion that was greatly appreciated by all who attended. Prior to assuming the role of Nevada Insurance Commissioner, Barbara had been the NH Insurance Department's Director of Operations and Fraud for 12 years. She oversaw several units of the Department, including the Premium and Retaliatory Tax unit, the Criminal Fraud investigation unit, the Business unit and the Producer Licensing unit. Barbara is a graduate of Vassar College and has a law degree from the University of New Hampshire School of Law and a MBA from Loyola University in Chicago. She has been an active member on the national level of the NAIC's Producer Licensing Task Force, the Producer Licensing Working group and the Anti-fraud Task Force. In addition to these duties, Barbara was an adjunct professor at the University of New Hampshire School of Law teaching Insurance law.
Commissioner Richardson fielded questions from membership and provided a lively and extremely informative discussion that was greatly appreciated by all who attended. Prior to assuming the role of Nevada Insurance Commissioner, Barbara had been the NH Insurance Department's Director of Operations and Fraud for 12 years. She oversaw several units of the Department, including the Premium and Retaliatory Tax unit, the Criminal Fraud investigation unit, the Business unit and the Producer Licensing unit. Barbara is a graduate of Vassar College and has a law degree from the University of New Hampshire School of Law and a MBA from Loyola University in Chicago. She has been an active member on the national level of the NAIC's Producer Licensing Task Force, the Producer Licensing Working group and the Anti-fraud Task Force. In addition to these duties, Barbara was an adjunct professor at the University of New Hampshire School of Law teaching Insurance law.
9th Annual Bowling Tournament
October 27, 2016. 3:00-5:00 pm. Sierra Nevada Lanes
Thank you to everyone that helped make this annual event another fun success! And Special thanks to our Sponsors.
Thank you to everyone that helped make this annual event another fun success! And Special thanks to our Sponsors.
September 1, 2016 Lunch & Learn and Annual Election of Officers and Directors
Speaker: Paul Hamilton of the Paul Hamilton Law Offices.
Topic: Depositions and File Preparation
Mr. Hamilton's practice focuses on Insurance Defense, Coverage Opinions, General Negligence. Automobile Accidents, Medical and Legal Malpractice, Products Liability and Construction Defect. He has served as President of the Washoe County Bar Association, and is a member of the State Bar of California; the State Bar of Nevada, the Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Northern Nevada, the Defense Research Institute, and the International Association of Insurance Counsel.
Topic: Depositions and File Preparation
Mr. Hamilton's practice focuses on Insurance Defense, Coverage Opinions, General Negligence. Automobile Accidents, Medical and Legal Malpractice, Products Liability and Construction Defect. He has served as President of the Washoe County Bar Association, and is a member of the State Bar of California; the State Bar of Nevada, the Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California and Northern Nevada, the Defense Research Institute, and the International Association of Insurance Counsel.
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2016 Annual Charity Golf Tournament & Membership BBQBenefiting Washoe Co. Library System & Care Chest of Sierra Nevada.
Thank you to everyone who came out and participated, and to everyone who helped make it happen and provided sponsorships and raffle prizes! |
May 5, 2016 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Charlene Albee, Division Director, Washoe County Health District Air Quality Management Division.
Topic: Asbestos preventive measures.
Topic: Asbestos preventive measures.
April 7, 2016 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Jim Smith, CPCU - Smith Law Firm and panel.
Topic: "Spring Training for Insurance" We will look at current developments in insurance regulation in Nevada, claims practices, new developments in the law of expert witnesses and in indemnity agreements, discuss education programs available in insurance and ethics. Please be prepared to join in as we welcome a roundtable format with the members, to discuss any questions you may have.
Topic: "Spring Training for Insurance" We will look at current developments in insurance regulation in Nevada, claims practices, new developments in the law of expert witnesses and in indemnity agreements, discuss education programs available in insurance and ethics. Please be prepared to join in as we welcome a roundtable format with the members, to discuss any questions you may have.
February 4, 2015 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Jim Nolt, PE
Topic: Things that Burn in the Night
Topic: Things that Burn in the Night
NNCA Holiday Party - Saturday, January 9, 2016
Thank you to everyone who came out to the holiday party.
Please follow this LINK to view the evening's photos.
Please follow this LINK to view the evening's photos.
Special thanks to DH Adjusting for sponsoring wine on the tables during dinner.
December 3, 2015 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Bill Hauck, TMWA Senior Hydrologist
Topic: Water management and the drought.
Topic: Water management and the drought.
November 5, 2015 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Garrett McGinn, Director - Intelligence Division - DigiStream Investigations
Topic: Investigations in the Age of Geosocial Data
Topic: Investigations in the Age of Geosocial Data
October 30, 2015 8th Annual Bowling Tournament
Thank you to everyone who came out to support the 8th Annual NNCA Charity Bowling Tournament benefiting CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada and
The Washoe County Library System!
The Washoe County Library System!
August 6, 2015 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Chris Camacho - Meteorologist
Topic: Chris will discuss fire weather and fires that have
occurred in our area.
Topic: Chris will discuss fire weather and fires that have
occurred in our area.
NNCA ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT, June 4, 2015
Thank you to everyone who came out and braved the weather! The rain didn't dampen our spirits! We still had a great round of 12 holes or less, and a couple teams that actually finished.
Congratulations to our 1st Place Team, SERVPRO® of Reno South West and our 2nd Place Team, BELFOR Environmental.
Please visit and download photos of the day's events here.
Congratulations to our 1st Place Team, SERVPRO® of Reno South West and our 2nd Place Team, BELFOR Environmental.
Please visit and download photos of the day's events here.
May 7, 2015 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Ira Victor - Director, Digital Forensics Practice, Data Clone Labs, Inc
Topic: Cyber Risk - How Poor Risk Assessments Hinders Cyber Insurance
Topic: Cyber Risk - How Poor Risk Assessments Hinders Cyber Insurance
March 5, 2015 Lunch & Learn
peaker: Patrick R. Leverty, Attorney with Leverty & Associates Law Chtd.
Topic: Taking Statements
Topic: Taking Statements
February 5, 2015 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Bonnie Kelly, Master Certified Coach
Topic: Emotional Intelligence-Uninstalling Toxic Programs in Your Brain
That Hold You Back
Topic: Emotional Intelligence-Uninstalling Toxic Programs in Your Brain
That Hold You Back
November 6, 2014 Lunch & Learn
Speakers: Ulises Castellon, CPCU, RPA & JOHN WHITE, Msc, PE, CFI
Topic: "Old School Adjuster" vs. "New School Tools"
Topic: "Old School Adjuster" vs. "New School Tools"
Ulises Castellon, CPCU, RPA
JOHN WHITE, Msc, PE, CFI
Annual Charity Bowling Tournament ~ October 24, 2014
Please save the date for our annual charity bowling tournament. Get your costumes ready as this year's tournament will be Halloween themed. Pizza and soda will be provided.
Date: Friday, October 24, 2014 - 3pm - 5pm
Where: High Sierra Lanes ~ 3390 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502
This year's tournament will benefit CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada.
Date: Friday, October 24, 2014 - 3pm - 5pm
Where: High Sierra Lanes ~ 3390 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502
This year's tournament will benefit CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada.
September 4, 2014 Lunch & Learn
Speakers: Marshall S. Smith, J.D., and James C. Smith, J.D., CPCU of Smith Law Firm
Topic: Do's and Dont's of Depositions
Topic: Do's and Dont's of Depositions
August 7, 2014 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Christopher Champlin
Topic: SIU and Red Flags
Topic: SIU and Red Flags
Annual Barbecue and Membership Drive ~ July 24, 2014
Thank you to everyone that came out and enjoyed the BBQ! It was a great success.
June 19, 2014 NNCA Annual Golf Tournament
This year’s tournament was held at Wolf Run Golf Club in Reno and was the biggest success to date! Thank you to our generous sponsors and all of our participants!
Take a look at some of the day great photos here.
We look forward to seeing you all out there next year!
We look forward to seeing you all out there next year!
April 3, 2014 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Dr. Graham M. Kent, Director of the Nevada Seismological Laboratory and Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences and Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Topic: Earthquake potential in Tahoe / Reno
Topic: Earthquake potential in Tahoe / Reno
Spring After Hours Mixer - March 13, 2014
5th After-Hours Mixer.
Location: Flowing Tides Pub
465 South Meadows Pkwy # 5 Reno, NV 89511
Location: Flowing Tides Pub
465 South Meadows Pkwy # 5 Reno, NV 89511
March 6, 2014 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Mark Meranda, building official for the City of Sparks.
Topic: Mark will be discussing how the adoption of new building codes for 2014 will affect the insurance restoration industry, followed by a Q & A Session. Please come prepared with your questions!
Sponsored By: BELFOR Property Restoration
Topic: Mark will be discussing how the adoption of new building codes for 2014 will affect the insurance restoration industry, followed by a Q & A Session. Please come prepared with your questions!
Sponsored By: BELFOR Property Restoration
February 6, 2014 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Chief Gareth Harris, Fire Chief at Lake Valley Fire District and Arson Dog Simmie.
Topic: Chief Harris will discuss what he and Simmie do to determine if an accelerant has been used in a fire.
Sponsored By: JM Environmental
Topic: Chief Harris will discuss what he and Simmie do to determine if an accelerant has been used in a fire.
Sponsored By: JM Environmental
NNCA 2013 Holiday Party, Murder Mystery Dinner
Friday, December 13, 2012
John Ascuaga's Nugget, Poolside Terrace
Thank you to everyone that participated!
Friday, December 13, 2012
John Ascuaga's Nugget, Poolside Terrace
Thank you to everyone that participated!
October 24, 2013 Fall Mixer
Thanks to all who joined us at the Northern Nevada Claims Association's 4th After Hours Mixer.
Location: VINO 100, Damonte Ranch Town Center, Reno
Location: VINO 100, Damonte Ranch Town Center, Reno
October 3, 2013 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Round table discussion for suggestions for the upcoming year.
September 5, 2013 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Jim Smith, Smith Law & Andrew Woodard, StateFarm
Topic: Jim Smith and Andrew Woodward will discuss the Legislative update from the 2013 Legislature and what is new in insurance from the Institutes.
Topic: Jim Smith and Andrew Woodward will discuss the Legislative update from the 2013 Legislature and what is new in insurance from the Institutes.
Xactimate 28 Intermediate/Advanced Class
August 20 & 21, 2013
Teacher: Paul Gardner, Certified Xactimate Trainer
Class: Xactimate 28 Intermediate / Advanced
Class: Xactimate 28 Intermediate / Advanced
August 1, 2013 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Douglas Gadow
Topic: Ground snow loads, snow loading on buildings, code upgrades for repair work, stability of damaged buildings, incremental damage to wood structures, and earthquake versus other damages; as time permits.
Topic: Ground snow loads, snow loading on buildings, code upgrades for repair work, stability of damaged buildings, incremental damage to wood structures, and earthquake versus other damages; as time permits.
Annual Member Barbecue
NNCA 2013 Annual Golf Tournament
This year’s tournament was held at
Wolf Run Golf Club in Reno.
You asked for change and we listened!
Friday, June 28, 2013 ~ 8:00am Shotgun Start
7:00am Registration
Wolf Run Golf Club in Reno.
You asked for change and we listened!
Friday, June 28, 2013 ~ 8:00am Shotgun Start
7:00am Registration
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June 6, 2013 Lunch & Learn
May 2, 2013 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Paul J. Zadok
Topic: Claim resolution involving Fine art, antiques and collectibles.
Sponsor: ServPro of East Reno / Central Sparks
Topic: Claim resolution involving Fine art, antiques and collectibles.
Sponsor: ServPro of East Reno / Central Sparks
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NNCA 6th Annual Bowling Tournament
Benefitting CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada Friday, April 19, 2013 - 3:00-5:00 pm High Sierra Lanes, 3390 S. Virginia St. Thank you to our sponsors: Barrish Pelham & Associates Belfor Property Restoration Farr West Engineering Madsen, Kneppers & Associates Service Master First Response ServPro of East Reno & Central Sparks |
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Spring After-Hours MixerThursday, March 14, 2013 5pm - 7pm
ChocolateBar ~ Reno, 95 North Sierra St. Suite 101 Super sucessful event...for those of you who have not attened... you're missing out! |
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March 7, 2013 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Andy Giddings, CSP
Topic: OSHA Regulations / training requirements and enforcement activities as they relate to indoor air quality, lead and asbestos abatement and mold.
Topic: OSHA Regulations / training requirements and enforcement activities as they relate to indoor air quality, lead and asbestos abatement and mold.
February 7, 2013 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Scott Kipper, NV Department of Insurance Commissioner
Topic: Nevada Insurance Update
Topic: Nevada Insurance Update
January 3, 2013 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Informational Round Table
Topic: Informational Round Table
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2012 Holiday Dinner Party
December 7, 2011. 6:00 - 11:00 PM at the Poolside Terrace, John Ascuaga’s Nugget Thank you to our sponsors: FarrWest Engineering Bobby Pages Belfor Property Restoration Service Master First Response SafeGuard Restoration Eldorado Casino Nugget Casino Kent Law Holly Barlow Michelle Santos Honorable Mention goes to Erik Lobe for being able to identify 90% of the candy! Also, there were 18 gift cards found under seats. Thanks to everyone for participating! |
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November 1, 2012 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Residential Fire Sprinklers
Speaker: Jay Kramarczyk, Forensic Fire Protection Engineer
Sponsor: Belfor Property Restoration
Topic: Residential Fire Sprinklers
Speaker: Jay Kramarczyk, Forensic Fire Protection Engineer
Sponsor: Belfor Property Restoration
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NNCA 5th Annual Bowling Tournament
Thurs. October 18, 2012 - 3:00-5:00 pm High Sierra Lanes, 3390 S. Virginia St. Another great event hosted by the NNCA. Thank you Toni, Tara and Holly for all of your hard work! Thank you to our sponsors: Frontier Adjusters of Carson City/Lake Tahoe and Reno/Sparks Service Master First Response Belfor Property Restoration Coit FarrWest Engineering Madsen, Kneppers & Assoc. |
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September 6, 2012 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Working with Defense Counsel for Insurance Clients
Speaker: Eugene Wait
Topic: Working with Defense Counsel for Insurance Clients
Speaker: Eugene Wait
August 3, 2012 Golf Tournament
Location: Sierra Sage Golf Course
This event was en even bigger success than last year, and we look forward to growing it even more next year!
Location: Sierra Sage Golf Course
This event was en even bigger success than last year, and we look forward to growing it even more next year!
August 2, 2012 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Diagnosing Injuries from Accidents
Speaker: Dr. Brent Roelofs, Apex Chiropractic Center
Topic: Diagnosing Injuries from Accidents
Speaker: Dr. Brent Roelofs, Apex Chiropractic Center
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Annual Member Barbecue
Date: July 12, 2012, 11:00am-2:00pm
Location: Rancho San Rafael Park (map) - Pagoda Pavillion Another great barbeque! Thanks to all who helped and attended! |
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June 7, 2012 Luncheon
Topic: Fire Investigations Speakers: Dave Ruben and Terry Taylor
Location: The newly renovated Residence Inn by Marriott
Sponsor: The newly renovated Residence Inn by Marriott, Reno
Spring After-Hours Mixer
Thursday, May 17, 5pm—7pm
Sierra Gold, 680 South Meadows Parkway, Reno map
This FREE event was a great success.
Topic: Fire Investigations Speakers: Dave Ruben and Terry Taylor
Location: The newly renovated Residence Inn by Marriott
Sponsor: The newly renovated Residence Inn by Marriott, Reno
Spring After-Hours Mixer
Thursday, May 17, 5pm—7pm
Sierra Gold, 680 South Meadows Parkway, Reno map
This FREE event was a great success.
May 3, 2012 Luncheon
Topic: Product Liability Speaker: Dr. Jason Viggato, Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.
Sponsor: ServiceMaster 1st Response
April 5, 2012 Luncheon
Topic: Smart Meters: How they work, Why we need them, Opt-out Options
Speaker: Chris Jones, NV Energy
Sponsor: JM Environmental, Inc.
March 1, 2012 Luncheon
Topic: Building Permits, New Codes, Why's When's and What Officials Look For
Speaker: Mark Meranda, City of Sparks Building Director
February 2, 2012 Lunch and Learn
Topic: Air Quality and Environmental Concerns
Speaker: Charlene Albee, Environmental Engineer for Washoe County
Location: South Valleys Library
Sponsor: Guardian Environmental
January 5, 2012 Lunch and Learn
South Valleys Library
2012 Member Roundtable Workshop
Christmas Party and Dinner
December 2, 2011. 6:00 - 11:00 PM at the Poolside Terrace, John Ascuaga’s Nugget
Everyone had a great time. Music by "Negative Pressure," led by the association's own Jack James.
November 3, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Brad Probst, ARCCA, Inc., a nationwide forensic engineering firm
Topic: Biomechanics of Personal Injuries with Case Studies
Sponsor: Madsen, Kneppers & Associates, Inc.
October 6, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speakers: Ronda Clifton, Senior Deputy Attorney General and Dani Harris, Criminal Investigator, Nevada Attorney General's Office
Topic: Insurance Fraud: A Case Study
Topic: Product Liability Speaker: Dr. Jason Viggato, Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.
Sponsor: ServiceMaster 1st Response
April 5, 2012 Luncheon
Topic: Smart Meters: How they work, Why we need them, Opt-out Options
Speaker: Chris Jones, NV Energy
Sponsor: JM Environmental, Inc.
March 1, 2012 Luncheon
Topic: Building Permits, New Codes, Why's When's and What Officials Look For
Speaker: Mark Meranda, City of Sparks Building Director
February 2, 2012 Lunch and Learn
Topic: Air Quality and Environmental Concerns
Speaker: Charlene Albee, Environmental Engineer for Washoe County
Location: South Valleys Library
Sponsor: Guardian Environmental
January 5, 2012 Lunch and Learn
South Valleys Library
2012 Member Roundtable Workshop
Christmas Party and Dinner
December 2, 2011. 6:00 - 11:00 PM at the Poolside Terrace, John Ascuaga’s Nugget
Everyone had a great time. Music by "Negative Pressure," led by the association's own Jack James.
November 3, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Brad Probst, ARCCA, Inc., a nationwide forensic engineering firm
Topic: Biomechanics of Personal Injuries with Case Studies
Sponsor: Madsen, Kneppers & Associates, Inc.
October 6, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speakers: Ronda Clifton, Senior Deputy Attorney General and Dani Harris, Criminal Investigator, Nevada Attorney General's Office
Topic: Insurance Fraud: A Case Study
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2011 NNCA Bowling Tournament - Animal House Theme
September 15, 2011. Another successful tournament this year! Portion of proceeds and all raffle prize proceeds benefited CARE Chest. |
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2011 NNCA Golf Tournament
August 5, 2011 Sierra Sage Golf Course Sponsored by:  |
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August 4, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Robert L. Eisenberg, J.D.
Topic: Nevada Supreme Court Mandatory Settlement Conferences: What Adjusters Need to Know
Sponsor: Ringler Associates
Topic: Nevada Supreme Court Mandatory Settlement Conferences: What Adjusters Need to Know
Sponsor: Ringler Associates
July 21, 2011 Annual Member Barbeque
Rancho San Rafael Park - Pagoda Pavillion. Perfect Weather. Great Company. Great Food. Thanks all for helping make it a success.
See more pictures.
See more pictures.
June 2, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Alan Barney, Senior Engineer Technician, City of Reno Topic: Investigation of Slip & Falls
May 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Judge Dorothy Nash Holmes
Topic: New Developments in the Reno Municipal Court
Sponsor: Farr West Engineering
Topic: New Developments in the Reno Municipal Court
Sponsor: Farr West Engineering
April 7, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Jason O'Neal, Fire Investigator Topic: Fire Investigations
March 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Josh Wilson, Washoe County Assessor www.washoecounty.us/assessor
Topic: Property Value Determination
Topic: Property Value Determination
February 6, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Tom Jacobs, Department of Motor Vehicles
Topic: Criteria for Totaling Vehicles
Topic: Criteria for Totaling Vehicles
January 6, 2011 Lunch & Learn
Speakers: Kimberly Dale and Pamela Jochim, tort claims adjusters for the Nevada Attorney General's Office
Topic: Claims against the State of Nevada
November 4, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Brett Barratt, Nevada Insurance Commissioner Topic: Claims in Nevada: a Regulatory Perspective
Sponsor: P.W. Stephens Environmental, Inc.
October 20-21, 2010 Xactimate® Training
Was only $50 for Members, including lunch (This training usually costs $600). Feedback was overwhelmingly positive.
Instructor: Paul Gardner, Affiliate Xactimate Instructor
General Manager of BELFOR Property Restoration, Reno
October 7, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Robert Neketin, Senior Field Inspector, IRI Topic: Roof Damage
Sponsor: Guardian Environmental
September 16, 2010 - Northern Nevada Bowling Tournament
This years Annual Bowling Tournament was another success. Thanks to all who participated and to our sponsors.
Sponsors
Food Sponsor: BELFOR Property Restoration
Drink Sponsor: P.W. Stephens Environmental, Inc.
Trophy Sponsor: Trophy Sponsor: ServiceMaster
August 13, 2010 - Golf Tournament at Sierra Sage Golf Course
This was a fun tournament and a great start to bring back this tradition. Special thanks to Bryant Bourgeau for making it all happen, and for all the participants and sponsors!
August 5, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: John Hagerty of CIG/Nevada Capital
Topic: Causation Doctrines in Property Claims – overview and California/Nevada Comparison
Sponsor: P.W. Stephens Environmental, Inc.
July 8 2010 Member Barbeque
Rancho San Rafael Park
June 10, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Jennifer Arledge, of Wilson Elser (Bio) Topic: New Medicare Reporting Requirements
SEED (Seminar for the Evaluation of Earthquake Damage) Seminar
June 11, 2010 at the Inn by the Lake. Presented by the Northern Nevada Claims Association in conjunction with CAIIA at Lake Tahoe. Included FCSPR Certification.
May 6, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Amarnath Kasalanati of Dynamic Isolation Systems, Inc. Topic: Earthquakes
April 1, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Honorable Judge Brent Adams (Biography) Topic: Settlement Conferences
Sponsor. Ringler Associates
March 4, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Jerome Tushbant, Senior Criminal Investigator, Nevada Office of the Attorney General
Topic: Fraud Investigation from the Attorney General's point of view
February 4, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Don M. Smith, Criminal Investigator, Nevada State Contractor Board Topic: Fraud Investigation
Sponsor: JM Environmental, Inc.
January 7, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Xactimate Tips & Tricks Speaker: Paul Gardner of BELFOR Property Restoration, Certified Xactimate Trainer
Sponsor: JM Environmental, Inc.
November 5, 2009 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Construction Defect: Investigation, Allocations, and Other Considerations
Speakers: Steve Castronova and Marshall Smith
Sponsor: Intracorp
October 1, 2009 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Worker's Compensation and Disability
Speaker: Donna Stewart, RWCS, Risk Services Consultant, Wells Fargo Insurance Services
Sponsor. Ringler Associates
September "Donut Bowl" Bowling Tournament
September 16, 2009 at the High Sierra Lanes
Sponsors:
Food Sponsor: D.G. Hand Construction
Drink Sponsor: BELFOR Property Restoration
Trophy Sponsor: JM Environmental, Inc.
This tournament was in honor of the memory of Marshall Newman and had a Simpsons theme.
Click here for more pictures
Marshall at the 2008 Bowling Tournament.
August 13, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library. 50 attendees.
Speaker: Scott Kipper, Nevada Insurance Commissioner
Topic: Fraud and the New Regulations
Sponsor: Guardian Environmental
Northern Nevada Claims Association Barbeque
July 9, 2009 at Rancho San Rafael Park
Perfect weather, great food, horseshoes, etc.
See Pictures Here
June 11, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library
Topic: Employee Dishonesty and Fraud Investigation
Speaker: Jim McCurley of RGL Forensic Accountants
Sponsor: Almost Home Accommodations
May 14, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library
Topic: Product Defect Allegations Liability and Investigation Speaker: Joe Van Walraven from Van Walraven and Harris
April 9, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library
Topic: Documents and Contents Restoration
Speaker: Brian Foote, MBA, WRT - BELFOR Property Restoration
Sponsored by the Residence Inn by Marriott
March 9, 2009 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Jobsite Safety & OSHA Compliance Speaker: Sean Heenan, Safety Supervisor, State of Nevada - OSHA
See PowerPoint presentation here
February 12, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library
Topic: Do's and Dont's of Depositions
Speakers: Marshall S. Smith, J.D., and James C. Smith, J.D., CPCU of Smith Law Firm
January 15, 2009 Lunch & Learn
At the Residence Inn by Marriott, Reno
Topic: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program Speaker: Joe Cacioppo, P.E.
Sponsored by: BELFOR Property Restoration
November 20, 2008 Lunch & Learn
At the Residence Inn by Marriott, who generously hosted this lucheon.
Topic: Regional Disaster Preparedness Speaker: Aaron Kenneston, Washoe County Emergency Manager
October 16, 2008 Lunch & Learn
at The Brew House Pub & Grill
Topic: Cover Your Asbestos
Speaker: Noel Bonderson, Quality Supervisor of Permitting and Enforcement at the Washoe County District Health Department, Air Quality Division
September 10th, 2008 Bowling Tournament
September 10th, 2008 in Reno, Nevada.
See pictures of the event
SEED (Seminar for the Evaluation of Earthquake Damage) Seminar
presented by the Northern Nevada Claims Association in conjunction with CAIIA in May 2008 at Lake Tahoe was a great success.
Speakers: Kimberly Dale and Pamela Jochim, tort claims adjusters for the Nevada Attorney General's Office
Topic: Claims against the State of Nevada
November 4, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Brett Barratt, Nevada Insurance Commissioner Topic: Claims in Nevada: a Regulatory Perspective
Sponsor: P.W. Stephens Environmental, Inc.
October 20-21, 2010 Xactimate® Training
Was only $50 for Members, including lunch (This training usually costs $600). Feedback was overwhelmingly positive.
Instructor: Paul Gardner, Affiliate Xactimate Instructor
General Manager of BELFOR Property Restoration, Reno
October 7, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Robert Neketin, Senior Field Inspector, IRI Topic: Roof Damage
Sponsor: Guardian Environmental
September 16, 2010 - Northern Nevada Bowling Tournament
This years Annual Bowling Tournament was another success. Thanks to all who participated and to our sponsors.
Sponsors
Food Sponsor: BELFOR Property Restoration
Drink Sponsor: P.W. Stephens Environmental, Inc.
Trophy Sponsor: Trophy Sponsor: ServiceMaster
August 13, 2010 - Golf Tournament at Sierra Sage Golf Course
This was a fun tournament and a great start to bring back this tradition. Special thanks to Bryant Bourgeau for making it all happen, and for all the participants and sponsors!
August 5, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: John Hagerty of CIG/Nevada Capital
Topic: Causation Doctrines in Property Claims – overview and California/Nevada Comparison
Sponsor: P.W. Stephens Environmental, Inc.
July 8 2010 Member Barbeque
Rancho San Rafael Park
June 10, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Jennifer Arledge, of Wilson Elser (Bio) Topic: New Medicare Reporting Requirements
SEED (Seminar for the Evaluation of Earthquake Damage) Seminar
June 11, 2010 at the Inn by the Lake. Presented by the Northern Nevada Claims Association in conjunction with CAIIA at Lake Tahoe. Included FCSPR Certification.
May 6, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Amarnath Kasalanati of Dynamic Isolation Systems, Inc. Topic: Earthquakes
April 1, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Honorable Judge Brent Adams (Biography) Topic: Settlement Conferences
Sponsor. Ringler Associates
March 4, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Jerome Tushbant, Senior Criminal Investigator, Nevada Office of the Attorney General
Topic: Fraud Investigation from the Attorney General's point of view
February 4, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Speaker: Don M. Smith, Criminal Investigator, Nevada State Contractor Board Topic: Fraud Investigation
Sponsor: JM Environmental, Inc.
January 7, 2010 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Xactimate Tips & Tricks Speaker: Paul Gardner of BELFOR Property Restoration, Certified Xactimate Trainer
Sponsor: JM Environmental, Inc.
November 5, 2009 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Construction Defect: Investigation, Allocations, and Other Considerations
Speakers: Steve Castronova and Marshall Smith
Sponsor: Intracorp
October 1, 2009 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Worker's Compensation and Disability
Speaker: Donna Stewart, RWCS, Risk Services Consultant, Wells Fargo Insurance Services
Sponsor. Ringler Associates
September "Donut Bowl" Bowling Tournament
September 16, 2009 at the High Sierra Lanes
Sponsors:
Food Sponsor: D.G. Hand Construction
Drink Sponsor: BELFOR Property Restoration
Trophy Sponsor: JM Environmental, Inc.
This tournament was in honor of the memory of Marshall Newman and had a Simpsons theme.
Click here for more pictures
Marshall at the 2008 Bowling Tournament.
August 13, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library. 50 attendees.
Speaker: Scott Kipper, Nevada Insurance Commissioner
Topic: Fraud and the New Regulations
Sponsor: Guardian Environmental
Northern Nevada Claims Association Barbeque
July 9, 2009 at Rancho San Rafael Park
Perfect weather, great food, horseshoes, etc.
See Pictures Here
June 11, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library
Topic: Employee Dishonesty and Fraud Investigation
Speaker: Jim McCurley of RGL Forensic Accountants
Sponsor: Almost Home Accommodations
May 14, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library
Topic: Product Defect Allegations Liability and Investigation Speaker: Joe Van Walraven from Van Walraven and Harris
April 9, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library
Topic: Documents and Contents Restoration
Speaker: Brian Foote, MBA, WRT - BELFOR Property Restoration
Sponsored by the Residence Inn by Marriott
March 9, 2009 Lunch & Learn
Topic: Jobsite Safety & OSHA Compliance Speaker: Sean Heenan, Safety Supervisor, State of Nevada - OSHA
See PowerPoint presentation here
February 12, 2009 Lunch & Learn
South Valleys Library
Topic: Do's and Dont's of Depositions
Speakers: Marshall S. Smith, J.D., and James C. Smith, J.D., CPCU of Smith Law Firm
January 15, 2009 Lunch & Learn
At the Residence Inn by Marriott, Reno
Topic: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program Speaker: Joe Cacioppo, P.E.
Sponsored by: BELFOR Property Restoration
November 20, 2008 Lunch & Learn
At the Residence Inn by Marriott, who generously hosted this lucheon.
Topic: Regional Disaster Preparedness Speaker: Aaron Kenneston, Washoe County Emergency Manager
October 16, 2008 Lunch & Learn
at The Brew House Pub & Grill
Topic: Cover Your Asbestos
Speaker: Noel Bonderson, Quality Supervisor of Permitting and Enforcement at the Washoe County District Health Department, Air Quality Division
September 10th, 2008 Bowling Tournament
September 10th, 2008 in Reno, Nevada.
See pictures of the event
SEED (Seminar for the Evaluation of Earthquake Damage) Seminar
presented by the Northern Nevada Claims Association in conjunction with CAIIA in May 2008 at Lake Tahoe was a great success.