Justin Camara joined Aspen in January of 2010 as a founding member of the Professional Liability department. Justin is now the Executive Vice President and Portfolio Director of FinPro. Currently based in San Francisco, Justin has over 28 years of experience dedicated to underwriting these segments. Justin’s previous work history includes opening the professional liability operations for Tamarack American (a division of Great American Insurance Co.) and Liberty International Underwriters (a division of Liberty Mutual Group) in San Francisco. Justin began his career with AIG, underwriting professional liability in New York.
Chad is a seasoned insurance professional with nearly 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. Over the last 10 years, he has specialized in professional lines underwriting and product development with a unique focus on the dental profession. Since 2014, he has served in various leadership capacities devoted to delivering a best-in-class underwriting and customer experience to stakeholders throughout the dental community.
Load MoreDr. Adel "Al" Rizkalla graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry with honors in 1988. He also completed a General Practice residency at the Veterans Administration Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. Dr. Rizkalla was the President of the Northern Virginia Dental Society (NVDS) and also represented Northern Virginia for many years as a member of the Executive Board of the Virginia Dental Association (VDA). In 2013, Dr. Rizkalla was appointed to the Virginia Board of Dentistry, and in 2016 he was elected President of the Board.
Load MoreAshley Lacourse brings more than 15 years of experience in the dental industry to their role as Dental Professional Liability Risk Management Analyst. With expertise spanning marketing, content creation, and event management, Ashley thrives on delivering innovative solutions under pressure. Ashley’s deep knowledge of the dental profession along with strategic creativity ensures impactful results in every initiative she leads.
As Vice President, Healthcare Claims, Marilyn G. Valenciano, oversees and manages both the medical and dental professional liability claims at Aspen. She has over 20 years of experience in litigation, claims and insurance. Prior to joining the insurance industry in 2010, Marilyn worked as a healthcare defense attorney defending a wide range of healthcare providers in professional and general liability claims in Florida and California.
Load MoreBarbara Kees serves as the Assistant Vice President of Dental Professional Liability, bringing over 30 years of insurance experience. Her expertise spans training and development, auditing, compliance, underwriting, and management. She currently holds the position ofAssistant Vice President of Professional Liability Dental Underwriting at Aspen American Insurance Company.
Load MoreSteve Little, Vice President of Medical Professional Liability, comes with over two decades of dental malpractice insurance expertise. Steve works closely with senior management in the development and implementation of the underwriting policy, marketing and business strategy. As an innovator in underwriting, claims management and risk assessment, Steve collaborates closely with agents to develop strategic solutions that protect dental professionals. Steve blends analytical expertise with a proactive approach to ensure optimal outcomes for clients.
Load MoreSeasoned Sales Underwriting Leader with over 20 years in the Property and Casualty Insurance industry. With a proven track record of aligning leadership, underwriting, and marketing to drive sales and expand market share, Mike’s role will be focused on optimizing operational workflows along with fostering collaboration between leadership and distribution partners to expand current product offerings supporting profitable growth.
With over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, I have spent the last 17.5 years specializing in Dental Underwriting. I am excited to take on a new role as a Professional Liability Dental Underwriter, where I will continue to apply myself.
