Brian is an expert advocate for contractors and their employees in the landscaping community. He has been immersed in the industry working at TPA's, insurance carriers, brokers and teaching fellow adjusters for over 20 years. He served 14 years with Valley Industrial Claims Association including as President in 2014, and Treasurer for 4 years. He is the Claims Director for the Golden Oak Co-Operative, which serves the Green Industry providing risk mitigation analysis, claims advocacy, adjuster & employer engagement, and correlating optimal resolution strategies.The Golden Oak Co-Op is a founding member of the California Coalition on Workers Compensation (CCWC), and Brian serves on the Board in their behalf, and is the Government Relations Committee Chairman. He is happily married for 18 years and is the father of 3, and is deeply active in his church and community.