CHRISTIAN
& COMPANY MARINE SURVEYORS, San Diego, California 1995–PRESENT
PRINCIPAL
• Manage day-to-day operations of business and staff.
Conducted/oversaw 2,500 marine insurance claims and 6,500
condition and valuation inspections for wood, fiberglass,
steel, aluminum, and ferro cement pleasure yachts, commercial
passenger vessels, and commercial fishing vessels. Travel
globally to assist with claims and vessel inspections.
• Provide expert witness testimony with adherence to
the highest of standards as set forth by the American Boat
and Yachting Council, the National Fire Protection Agency,
and the United States Coast Guard. Ascribe to the Code of
Ethics and By Laws of SAMS.
• Developed a thorough system of inspecting vessels
inclusive of the following: structural integrity analysis,
dry dock inspections, sea trials, electrical systems, propulsion
system, fuel system, machinery, navigation, overall cosmetic
appearance, and general condition.
• Attend continuing education events, including International
Boat Builders Exposition seminars, numerous American Boat
and Yachting Council seminars, and local, regional, and national
symposiums for SAMS.
• Developed a program for State Farm Insurance geared
toward training their marine claims managers and adjusters.
Created text and course materials and taught classes.
THE
MARINE SURVEYORS, INC., Jacksonville/Orlando/San Diego 1990–1995
REGIONAL MANAGER/FIELD TECHNICIAN
• Performed over 2,000 claims assignments for recreational
and commercial vessels.
• Determined cause of loss; performed inspections to
determine claim-related damages.
• Served as liaison between policy holders and repair
facilities. Negotiated repair costs. Obtained
discounts when appropriate.
• Performed over 1,500 condition and valuation surveys
for underwriters and buyers.
• Oversaw hiring and training of technicians for the
Jacksonville, Orlando, and Seattle offices.
• Played key role in the San Diego area for marketing,
developing new business, and providing services (including
P & I theft claims and expert witness services in County
and Federal courts).
MARASSIST,
INC., Jacksonville, Florida 1988–1990
GENERAL MANAGER
• Managed a repair business for commercial and recreational
vessels up to 80 feet long.
• Supervised start to finish work for general maintenance,
painting, and electrical repairs.
•
Provided preparatory education for United States Coast Guard
Captain’s license examinations. Implemented a comprehensive
training program for the Marine Division of the Jacksonville
Fire Department.
• Delivered vessels to destinations in the United States
and Bahaman Islands.
ST.
JOHN’S RIVER TAXI, INC., Jacksonville, Florida 1989–1990
CAPTAIN
• In charge of operating a river taxi service consisting
of 4 vessels carrying 26 passengers each.
• Provided general maintenance and repair services.
• Oversaw passenger safety issues in compliance with
state and federal regulations.
SEATOW
INC., Jacksonville, Florida 1985–1987
CAPTAIN
• Provided services in all phases of the towing and
salvage business.
• Operated the towing vessel; located and recovered
vessels in distress; raised submerged vessels; performed salvage
and wreckage removal services.
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
Society
of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS), #301, Regional Director
(2001–2003), current member
International Association of Marine Investigators, member,
2003–present
American Boat and Yachting Council (ABYC), member, 1995–present
San Diego Port Tenants Association, member, 1995–present
Marine Underwriters of Southern California, member, 1995–present
San Diego Insurance Adjusters Association, member, 1993–present
CERTIFICATION/LICENSING/EDUCATION
American
Boat & Yachting Council Standards Accreditation, 2006
Extensive continuing education, including SAMS and NAMS regional,
national and international symposiums, ABYC training programs,
IBEX (International Boatbuilding Exposition) conferences,
etc…
Vessel Fire Fighting Certificate (United States Coast Guard
Approved), Pyrotechnical Institute Inc., 1989–present.
Lifeboat Competency Certificate, United States Coast Guard,
1989–present
Diesel Engine Service Training, Caterpillar, 1992
Insurance Adjusters License (#2819521), State of California,
1993–present
Captains License, Commercial Assistance Towing Endorsement
(vessels up to 50 gross tons),
United States Coast Guard, 1988–1998
B.S., Mathematics, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida,
1987
