Bruce Wick

Mr. Wick is one of the panelists for Workshop M3, "Wrap-Up Dos and Don'ts," on Monday. With 25 years of risk management and insurance experience, he is an industry leader and educator on issues critical to the construction industry. His expertise in the areas of workers compensation, Cal/OSHA, construction defect, general liability, and workplace safety make him a frequently sought presenter throughout California.

Mr. Wick is known for his ability to translate complex construction legislation and regulations into understandable and usable workplace information for business owners and managers. His most recent seminars cover topics such as SB 800 and associated claims handling, AB 758 and related insurance and indemnity issues, Cal/OSHA and safety programs as well as claims handling for general liability and workers compensation. Educating clients on how to reduce operating costs and exposures to loss is central to Mr. Wick’s work. Understanding the importance of safety program implementation and follow-up, as well as risk management applications to reduce or minimize exposures, are as important as insurance placement. This problem-solving approach is a hallmark of Mr. Wick’s role in the construction industry, which has led to his involvement in projects to improve construction risk management such as a joint defense agreement and the CBIA Wrap booklet.

Mr. Wick currently serves as Vice President of Risk Management for the California Professional Association of Specialty Contractors (CALPASC), an association of 500 specialty contractors and suppliers for the construction industry in California. Additionally, he sits on several Cal/OSHA advisory committees and has been instrumental in the area of improved protection against falls on construction sites. Mr. Wick also is a frequent contributor of articles to various publications and trade journals on construction-related issues.

Mr. Wick graduated with a degree in business administration from California State University, San Bernadino.