Vernon brings over 45 years of distinguished experience in risk management and insurance consulting, having served numerous Fortune 100 clients throughout his career. Beginning as a claims adjuster, he developed foundational expertise in negotiation, settlement, and insurance policy interpretation that has informed his strategic approach to complex risk solutions. His extensive career spans leadership roles across multiple insurance disciplines, including retail and wholesale brokerage, alternative risk financing, international business operations, reinsurance, captive insurance, and financial institution risk consulting. Vernon’s analytical acumen and comprehensive industry knowledge have positioned him as a trusted advisor to organizations navigating sophisticated risk landscapes. As a founding executive of Steamboat Group, Vernon continues to leverage his deep industry expertise to deliver innovative risk management solutions and strategic guidance to clients across diverse sectors.