Jose M. Tovar, ARM, CIS, CHC
Director, Lien Defense at Lien On Me, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Manny Salazar
Jose's insight and work ethic assisted us in making his security requirements a success at the Hilton.
Vincent Lopez
I've worked for or with Jose multiple times throughout may years. Aside from being a calm, collected supervisor, Jose's management style compliments everyone around him. He is a good mentor and displays sound judgment and knowledge.
Manny Salazar
Jose's insight and work ethic assisted us in making his security requirements a success at the Hilton.
Vincent Lopez
I've worked for or with Jose multiple times throughout may years. Aside from being a calm, collected supervisor, Jose's management style compliments everyone around him. He is a good mentor and displays sound judgment and knowledge.
Manny Salazar
Jose's insight and work ethic assisted us in making his security requirements a success at the Hilton.
Vincent Lopez
I've worked for or with Jose multiple times throughout may years. Aside from being a calm, collected supervisor, Jose's management style compliments everyone around him. He is a good mentor and displays sound judgment and knowledge.
Manny Salazar
Jose's insight and work ethic assisted us in making his security requirements a success at the Hilton.
Vincent Lopez
I've worked for or with Jose multiple times throughout may years. Aside from being a calm, collected supervisor, Jose's management style compliments everyone around him. He is a good mentor and displays sound judgment and knowledge.
Credentials
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ARM, CIS,CHC
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Experience
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Lien On Me, Inc.
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United States
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Insurance
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director, Lien Defense
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Aug 2011 - Present
Manage and directs the day-to-day operations of the Lien Defense Dept. Defense litigation for California Employers, Insurance Companies and Public Entities. Additional responsibilities include but not limited to negotiations, court appearances, trials. Staff of 10. Manage and directs the day-to-day operations of the Lien Defense Dept. Defense litigation for California Employers, Insurance Companies and Public Entities. Additional responsibilities include but not limited to negotiations, court appearances, trials. Staff of 10.
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Guidepoint
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United States
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Information Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Global Risk, Insurance & Compliance Mgmt - Independent Consultant
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Jan 2008 - Present
Guidepoint Global Advisors is an exclusive worldwide network of industry professionals who provide consulting services to the financial, investment, strategy consulting and corporate communities. Advisors are selectively recruited to provide a seamless breadth and depth of collective expertise, giving customers the information and insight they need to make critical investment and strategic decisions. Monitor world health, weather and political affairs. Expert services in Global Risk & Insurance… Show more Guidepoint Global Advisors is an exclusive worldwide network of industry professionals who provide consulting services to the financial, investment, strategy consulting and corporate communities. Advisors are selectively recruited to provide a seamless breadth and depth of collective expertise, giving customers the information and insight they need to make critical investment and strategic decisions. Monitor world health, weather and political affairs. Expert services in Global Risk & Insurance Management, Legal Affairs, Contract & Development, Labor/Union Relations, HR, Training & Development, Safety & Security, Loss Prevention and Public Relations programs in Hotels, Restaurants, Retail, Commercial and Residential land development and mergers/acquisitions. Show less Guidepoint Global Advisors is an exclusive worldwide network of industry professionals who provide consulting services to the financial, investment, strategy consulting and corporate communities. Advisors are selectively recruited to provide a seamless breadth and depth of collective expertise, giving customers the information and insight they need to make critical investment and strategic decisions. Monitor world health, weather and political affairs. Expert services in Global Risk & Insurance… Show more Guidepoint Global Advisors is an exclusive worldwide network of industry professionals who provide consulting services to the financial, investment, strategy consulting and corporate communities. Advisors are selectively recruited to provide a seamless breadth and depth of collective expertise, giving customers the information and insight they need to make critical investment and strategic decisions. Monitor world health, weather and political affairs. Expert services in Global Risk & Insurance Management, Legal Affairs, Contract & Development, Labor/Union Relations, HR, Training & Development, Safety & Security, Loss Prevention and Public Relations programs in Hotels, Restaurants, Retail, Commercial and Residential land development and mergers/acquisitions. Show less
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American Apparel
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Barbados
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Retail Apparel and Fashion
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700 & Above Employee
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Risk Manager Consultant
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Jan 2013 - Dec 2013
Independent Global Risk Management Consulting. Independent Global Risk Management Consulting.
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Hilton
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Legal Affairs, HR, Risk & Insurance
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Sep 2005 - Dec 2007
Directed, developed and managed the Legal Affairs, Risk & Insurance Management and Human Resources affairs of the group. Hotel operations. Contractual overview of the Hotel’s business portfolio. Extensive contract development and negotiations. Execution and management of Safety & Security, Training and Development and senior advisor to the executive management team. Experience in property expansions, acquisitions, mergers and land development, hotel/retail business operations -… Show more Directed, developed and managed the Legal Affairs, Risk & Insurance Management and Human Resources affairs of the group. Hotel operations. Contractual overview of the Hotel’s business portfolio. Extensive contract development and negotiations. Execution and management of Safety & Security, Training and Development and senior advisor to the executive management team. Experience in property expansions, acquisitions, mergers and land development, hotel/retail business operations - closely works with major financial institutions and investment banking. Asset loss prevention and loss control functions. Selects insurance brokers, defense attorneys, investigators and works directly with State and Federal entities. Dept Staff of 22. Achievements: *Insurance premium savings of 32.6% for two years running/Owner controlled program *Reduced liability claims by 43.6% for two years running/Reduction of OSHA directives* *Employee Satisfaction/Wellness Improvement Programs * Show less Directed, developed and managed the Legal Affairs, Risk & Insurance Management and Human Resources affairs of the group. Hotel operations. Contractual overview of the Hotel’s business portfolio. Extensive contract development and negotiations. Execution and management of Safety & Security, Training and Development and senior advisor to the executive management team. Experience in property expansions, acquisitions, mergers and land development, hotel/retail business operations -… Show more Directed, developed and managed the Legal Affairs, Risk & Insurance Management and Human Resources affairs of the group. Hotel operations. Contractual overview of the Hotel’s business portfolio. Extensive contract development and negotiations. Execution and management of Safety & Security, Training and Development and senior advisor to the executive management team. Experience in property expansions, acquisitions, mergers and land development, hotel/retail business operations - closely works with major financial institutions and investment banking. Asset loss prevention and loss control functions. Selects insurance brokers, defense attorneys, investigators and works directly with State and Federal entities. Dept Staff of 22. Achievements: *Insurance premium savings of 32.6% for two years running/Owner controlled program *Reduced liability claims by 43.6% for two years running/Reduction of OSHA directives* *Employee Satisfaction/Wellness Improvement Programs * Show less
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99 Cents Only Stores
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Corporate Risk Management, WC & Safety
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May 2003 - Aug 2005
Developed and implemented all lines of Insurance procurement programs for the Company. Retail commercial contract review and negotiations. Muti-state functions. Managed and directed self-insured and guaranteed insurance programs. Reinsurance and recovery functions managing a $28 million insurance program. Stabilized internal/external policies and protocols company wide for reporting of all claims and compliance. Loss Prevention management. Provided leadership to more than 235 stores across… Show more Developed and implemented all lines of Insurance procurement programs for the Company. Retail commercial contract review and negotiations. Muti-state functions. Managed and directed self-insured and guaranteed insurance programs. Reinsurance and recovery functions managing a $28 million insurance program. Stabilized internal/external policies and protocols company wide for reporting of all claims and compliance. Loss Prevention management. Provided leadership to more than 235 stores across various states. Cultivated and maintained excellent relationships with brokers, claims personnel, defense attorneys, State/Federal entities. Staff of 23. Achievements: *Delivered unprecedented results by cutting WC costs from $1.5 million to $700,000 monthly *Audited a $100+ million annual payroll budget for insurance/re-insurance programs/contracts *Established a state-of-the-art General Liability tracking system of 13,000 certificates of insurance *Reduced WC claims by 39% , thus saving the company $3.5 million in medical expenditures Show less Developed and implemented all lines of Insurance procurement programs for the Company. Retail commercial contract review and negotiations. Muti-state functions. Managed and directed self-insured and guaranteed insurance programs. Reinsurance and recovery functions managing a $28 million insurance program. Stabilized internal/external policies and protocols company wide for reporting of all claims and compliance. Loss Prevention management. Provided leadership to more than 235 stores across… Show more Developed and implemented all lines of Insurance procurement programs for the Company. Retail commercial contract review and negotiations. Muti-state functions. Managed and directed self-insured and guaranteed insurance programs. Reinsurance and recovery functions managing a $28 million insurance program. Stabilized internal/external policies and protocols company wide for reporting of all claims and compliance. Loss Prevention management. Provided leadership to more than 235 stores across various states. Cultivated and maintained excellent relationships with brokers, claims personnel, defense attorneys, State/Federal entities. Staff of 23. Achievements: *Delivered unprecedented results by cutting WC costs from $1.5 million to $700,000 monthly *Audited a $100+ million annual payroll budget for insurance/re-insurance programs/contracts *Established a state-of-the-art General Liability tracking system of 13,000 certificates of insurance *Reduced WC claims by 39% , thus saving the company $3.5 million in medical expenditures Show less
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Accor
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France
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Division Risk, Claims & Safety Manager
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Apr 1997 - Dec 2002
Directed and managed all lines of insurance programs, claims and compliance management for six western states totaling 248 locations. Managed an $18 million insurance program. Property acquisitions, constructions, inspections, remodeling, expansions and re-builds. Attended all mediation hearings, settlement conferences and Trials in each State. Crisis management and evacuation programs. Direct management with Corporate Legal, HR, Payroll & Benefits, Safety & Security Corporate depts… Show more Directed and managed all lines of insurance programs, claims and compliance management for six western states totaling 248 locations. Managed an $18 million insurance program. Property acquisitions, constructions, inspections, remodeling, expansions and re-builds. Attended all mediation hearings, settlement conferences and Trials in each State. Crisis management and evacuation programs. Direct management with Corporate Legal, HR, Payroll & Benefits, Safety & Security Corporate depts. Direct communications with senior executive management. Directed insurance brokers, claims staff and defense attorneys working on behalf of the company. Achievements: *A 37% reduction in WC/GL claims in CA for the first two years. *Reduction of existing claim reserves by 32.3% *A savings of $612,987 in annual premiums for CA WC program *Streamlined reporting of all insurance claims by establishing a (800) toll free call center 24/7 *Travel/visited all locations twice a year – establishing a good rapport with the operations team Show less Directed and managed all lines of insurance programs, claims and compliance management for six western states totaling 248 locations. Managed an $18 million insurance program. Property acquisitions, constructions, inspections, remodeling, expansions and re-builds. Attended all mediation hearings, settlement conferences and Trials in each State. Crisis management and evacuation programs. Direct management with Corporate Legal, HR, Payroll & Benefits, Safety & Security Corporate depts… Show more Directed and managed all lines of insurance programs, claims and compliance management for six western states totaling 248 locations. Managed an $18 million insurance program. Property acquisitions, constructions, inspections, remodeling, expansions and re-builds. Attended all mediation hearings, settlement conferences and Trials in each State. Crisis management and evacuation programs. Direct management with Corporate Legal, HR, Payroll & Benefits, Safety & Security Corporate depts. Direct communications with senior executive management. Directed insurance brokers, claims staff and defense attorneys working on behalf of the company. Achievements: *A 37% reduction in WC/GL claims in CA for the first two years. *Reduction of existing claim reserves by 32.3% *A savings of $612,987 in annual premiums for CA WC program *Streamlined reporting of all insurance claims by establishing a (800) toll free call center 24/7 *Travel/visited all locations twice a year – establishing a good rapport with the operations team Show less
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AVP
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Jan 1992 - Jan 1997
Corporate Risk Management, Corporate Claims, Regional & Divisional Executive Human Resources, Employee benefits, Field Operations. Private consulting for national companies in risk management, claims, safety, loss prevention and internal audit programs. Cost containment performance reviews, WC, EPLI, EEOC, CAL/OSHA, FED/OSHA, ADA, IIPP, D&O and other related insurance programs. Crisis management, early intervention and evacuation plans. Managed accounts such as The J. Paul Getty Museum… Show more Corporate Risk Management, Corporate Claims, Regional & Divisional Executive Human Resources, Employee benefits, Field Operations. Private consulting for national companies in risk management, claims, safety, loss prevention and internal audit programs. Cost containment performance reviews, WC, EPLI, EEOC, CAL/OSHA, FED/OSHA, ADA, IIPP, D&O and other related insurance programs. Crisis management, early intervention and evacuation plans. Managed accounts such as The J. Paul Getty Museum, American Airlines, Security Pacific National Bank. Show less Corporate Risk Management, Corporate Claims, Regional & Divisional Executive Human Resources, Employee benefits, Field Operations. Private consulting for national companies in risk management, claims, safety, loss prevention and internal audit programs. Cost containment performance reviews, WC, EPLI, EEOC, CAL/OSHA, FED/OSHA, ADA, IIPP, D&O and other related insurance programs. Crisis management, early intervention and evacuation plans. Managed accounts such as The J. Paul Getty Museum… Show more Corporate Risk Management, Corporate Claims, Regional & Divisional Executive Human Resources, Employee benefits, Field Operations. Private consulting for national companies in risk management, claims, safety, loss prevention and internal audit programs. Cost containment performance reviews, WC, EPLI, EEOC, CAL/OSHA, FED/OSHA, ADA, IIPP, D&O and other related insurance programs. Crisis management, early intervention and evacuation plans. Managed accounts such as The J. Paul Getty Museum, American Airlines, Security Pacific National Bank. Show less
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Education
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1998 - 2002
Government Affairs
Associate, Risk Management; Loss Prevention; Public Relation -
1996 - 1997
APC College USA
ARM, Risk Management -Business Insurance -
1995 - 1996
APC College USA
ARM, CHC, Risk Management, Claims, Safety
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