Albert Sotero
Expert Consultant
Profile
Albert Sotero
Expert Consultant
Albert is an accomplished insurance professional with over 25 years of leadership experience across the insurance, aviation, and construction industries. He holds a Juris Doctor degree, which has provided him with a strong foundation in legal principles, enhancing his expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments and risk management. Albert has a proven track record of driving performance improvement, consistently achieving results in revenue growth, process optimization, and customer service. His extensive experience includes leading large-scale initiatives that have significantly enhanced profitability and operational efficiency.
With a deep understanding of insurance claims, risk management, and regulatory compliance, Albert has developed and implemented innovative solutions tailored to meet the needs of competitive markets. His ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and build strategic partnerships has been key to achieving sustained business growth.
Albert’s comprehensive portfolio of specialized certifications and licenses, combined with his hands-on experience in project management, claims assessment, and disaster recovery, makes him a versatile and knowledgeable leader. He is known for optimizing processes, reducing costs, and improving product quality, consistently delivering results that exceed expectations. Albert is committed to continuous improvement and effective team leadership, striving to achieve excellence in every project.
Certifications & Designations
Certifications & Designations
Designations
(AIC) Associate in Claims
(SPPA) Senior Professional Public Adjuster
City of Sweetwater, Honorary Police Officer (2008)
FEMA Certificate “Active FEMA Badge”
Detailed Damage Description and Dimensions
IS-1007
The Exploratory Call, the Damage Inventory, and the Recovery Scoping Meeting
IS-1003
The Public Assistance Delivery Model Orientation
IS-1001
Public Assistance Program and Eligibility
IS-1000
Determination Memorandums and Appeals
IS-1018
Introduction to Incident Command System
IS-100.C
Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC)
Commercial Casualty
1995
Commercial Property
1995
Agency Management
1995
Licenses
Licenses
State Certified General Contractor
State Certified Plumbing Contractor
State Certified Underground Utility Contractor
State Certified Roofing Contractor
State Certified Mechanical Contractor
State Licensed Mold Remediator
State Licensed Mold Assessor
State Licensed Mold Remediator
General Lines - Property & Casualty Insurance License
All Lines – Insurance Adjuster
Certified Flooring Installer (CFI)
Active FEMA Badge PDGM
Certified Water Restoration Technician Course (WRT)
FAA Licensed Professional Pilot
6,500+ Hours
Commercial-Single & Multi Engine Land
Instrument Rated
Rotorcraft Rated
Drone Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft
Career Progression
Career Progression
FalconTrust Group
President & CEO
1995 - Present
Business Consultant
Provide consultancy services to the aviation and insurance industries.
2008 - Present
Insurance and Insurance Programs
With over 27 years of industry experience, specialized in commercial and personal lines.
1995 - Present
- Program Administrator/Managing General Agency
- Developed high performing nationwide programs within the trucking, taxicab & limo, general liability, tow truck, physical damage, and personal lines auto lines.
- Responsible for production, loss ratio control, development of underwriting guidelines and maintaining underwriting standards, including state rate filings.
- Developed and oversaw captive insurance, rent-a-captive, reinsurance placement negotiations, fronting carrier, third party claims administration, underwriting supervisor of large risks.
- Interfaced with actuary to oversee claims with over $100K in claims reserves, and developed/reviewed loss control for managing programs and review IBNR.
- Established training systems and procedures for claims and risk management.
- Owner-operated, independent insurance agencies offering personal lines auto, homeowners, small & large commercial lines, condominium associations, and contractor programs, collecting premiums of over $146 million.
FalconTrust Air (FBO Ranked Top 4 in the US)
President & CEO
2001 - 2011
- Established and operated nationally recognized state-of-the art FBO, boasting luxe amenities and expansive hangar space.
- Implemented recruitment and training procedures across all departmental positions.
- Positioned FalconTrust Air as the leading FBO in South Florida and one of the top FBO’s nationally throughout the industry, by utilizing buzz-worthy marketing/public relations tactics.
- Developed alliances with key organizations, such as the South Florida Super Bowl XLI Host Committee, Homestead Miami Speedway’s NASCAR races, achieving official FBO status, thereby increasing market share among all South Florida airports during the seasoned events.
Everest Builders INC. & Everest Development
President & CEO
2003 - Present
- Acquisition, development, and redevelopment of commercial and residential real estate projects.
- Knowledge of various aspects of construction phases and processes, from the ground up, from small to large scope of services, with a successful track record with minimal to no change orders.
- Spearheaded efforts (from design to execution) toward the development of a state-of-the-art FBO encompassing a 22,000 sq ft facility with 138,000 sq ft of corporate hangar space – recognized for its record-breaking construction phase among all structures within Miami Executive Airport (formerly known as Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport).
- Developed commercial office complexes and warehouses.
- Constructed and designed aviation hangar developments.
- Assist with Airport Authority on related projects.
- Conduct site reviews for development, expansion, renovation, structural rehabilitations and property management.
- Work in tandem with engineers and architects from the planning to execution stage of each project.
- Develop a marketability plan for real estate sale/re-sale purposes.
- Set up new corporate entities for individual property acquisitions.
- Handle permitting requirements, procurement process, architectural and municipal relations when necessary.
Emergency Sandbag Response
President & CEO
2022 - Present
- Pioneered the design and development of technologies for the filling, sealing, and distribution processes of sandbags during emergency floodings to serve the community.
- Led the initiative to file and manage patents and copyrights for proprietary ESR technologies, ensuring protection and exclusivity in the marketplace.
- Successfully negotiated and secured contracts with multiple cities to become their preferred provider of emergency sandbag services.
- Oversaw the creation and distribution of educational material such as the “Flood Safety Protocol”, increasing community resilience and awareness about flood mitigation strategies.
- Led the development of the ESR app, streamlining operations with features like real-time sandbag tracking, integrated flood insurance services, and direct operational communication, enhancing client engagement and operational efficiency.
Education
Education
Education
Juris Doctor
St. Thomas University | Miami Gardens, FL
Master of Business Administration
Everglades University | Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Bachelor of Science
Everglades University | Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Other Education
Continuing education includes insurance, construction, leadership, marketing, technology, and negotiation skills training.
Contact
Contact
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