Articles Published by Daniel Brettler
Responsibilities
Daniel Brettler has 30 years of risk management & insurance experience devoted exclusively to the life science & technology industries. He is responsible for the effective delivery of risk management & insurance products and services to clients. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring responsiveness and the delivery of high quality advice from account management teams, maintaining internal process controls, developing and nurturing life science insurance company relationships, producing new client opportunities, and growing the practice within the strategic plan of the overall insurance brokerage firm.
Background
Brettler began his insurance career as an account executive servicing multi-national clients for one of the largest insurance brokerage firms in the world. After having been principal of a regional life science and technology brokerage firm, Brettler founded and developed his own life science & technology firm, Brettler Financial Group, which he ultimately merged with Conner Strong & Buckelew. He continues as the Practice Leader of this highly specialized division.
During his time in the insurance industry, Brettler has been repeatedly recognized by leading life science insurance companies for his innovative ideas and development activities in creating coverage enhancements that respond to emerging industry risks. Most recently, Brettler was recognized by Risk & Insurance as a 2022 Pharmaceuticals Power Broker. Furthermore, he has been acknowledged as a driving force behind the use of technology that automates policy issuance of Human Clinical Trial insurance throughout the world. In addition, Brettler has been a frequent participant in national internal training for leading insurance company underwriter education sessions. Brettler is recognized by several state biotechnology associations as being a significant contributor to local life science initiatives for the enhancement of the industry.
Applying his risk management and insurance experience to development stage companies through large international commercial pharmaceutical enterprises, Brettler’s expertise includes Products Liability, Human Clinical Trials, Directors’ & Officers’ Liability, Property/Supply Chain, and Errors & Omissions, among other leading coverages.
Education & Affiliations
Temple University – Bachelors of Business Administration; Risk Management & Insurance / Business Law New York Biotechnology Association – Member of the Board of Directors
Responsibilities
Frank Proctor is responsible for Property & Casualty new business activities and focuses on handling complex accounts at Conner Strong & Buckelew. In addition, Proctor acts as mentor to many of the firm’s young Producers.
Background
Proctor joined Conner Strong & Buckelew in 2006, with many years of leadership experience in the insurance brokerage industry. Proctor specializes in accounts with sophisticated exposures and complex insurance needs. Prior to joining Conner Strong & Buckelew, Proctor worked at The Graham Company, a Philadelphia based insurance brokerage. He was hired at Graham as an Insurance Producer in 1995 and ultimately became an Officer of the company and a member of their Leadership Group in 2003. Proctor also worked for five years as a Mechanical Engineer and Sales Representative for Thermal Basic, Inc. in Enfield, CT.
Upon Graduation from The Naval Academy, Proctor entered the Navy’s Nuclear Power Program, where he was trained to perform duties as a Nuclear Engineering Officer with the Submarine Service. Proctor served on board the USS Oklahoma City (SSN – 723) until August of 1990 when he completed his military service.
Education
University of Connecticut – Masters of Science in Metallurgy
United States Naval Academy – Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Dominic Micali plays a pivotal role in spearheading new client development and marketing initiatives. His innovative thinking and client-centric mindset are instrumental in attracting and retaining client-partners. Dominic drives organic growth and oversees the employee benefits sales team to ensure that short-and-long term growth initiatives are successfully completed.
Background
Prior to joining Conner Strong & Buckelew, Dominic was the Executive Vice President of Sales in the Philadelphia Metro Area at Arthur J. Gallagher – a global brokerage and consultancy. In this role, he oversaw a team of producers and consultants. Dominic led key initiatives, including the redesign of client deliverables and sales accountability as well as process standards leading to a record client retention and 200% pipeline growth. Previous to AJG, Dominic played a significant role in helping grow NFP Corporate Benefits into one of the largest privately held employee benefits firms in Delaware Valley. He delivered benefits consulting services and supported over 320 mid-market clients.
Prior to joining NFP, Dominic spent eight years in several sales positions with Comcast-Spectacor, most recently as a Sales Executive in charge of contracting multi-year luxury suite and sponsorship deals for the Philadelphia Flyers and 76ers. In this role, Dominic led the sale of nearly $30 million in annual revenue generated for the Premium Seating Department.
Education
University of Delaware – Bachelor of Science in Marketing & Business Administration, Minor in International Business
Community Involvement
Dominic is actively involved in numerous charitable organizations, including Melmark, Girl Scouts of Eastern PA, and CUPA-HR. He serves as a board member for the Schoemaker Classic and leads fundraising efforts to benefit Melmark, an organization that helps individuals with special needs. Dominic is also passionate about HR, serving as a long-time Board Member at Philadelphia SHRM, the largest chapter in the country.
