Dave Perini
North Caldwell,NJ
Summary
Accomplished executive with a proven track record at Terrier Claims Services, Gallagher Bassett, and Spiked Ade, adept in business development and relationship building. Spearheaded growth initiatives, securing new business through strategic negotiations and impactful presentations. Excelled in recruiting and mentoring teams, enhancing operational efficiency by over 20%. Skilled in customer service and communication, consistently achieving organizational objectives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant
Spiked Ade
Wayne, NJ
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Led client engagement initiatives to identify strategic business needs.
- Conducted market analysis to inform client decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement client solutions effectively.
- Mentored junior consultants on best practices in client management and strategy development.
- Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
VP- Business Development _ Construction Vertical
Gallagher Bassett Services Inc.
Neptune, NJ
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth within existing markets or new ones.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for investigative, site safety and environmental services.
- Formulated policies that improved operational efficiency and productivity.
- Identified potential prospects within the construction vertical and delivered compelling presentations to secure new business.
SVP - Investigative Operations
Gallagher Bassett Services Inc.
Neptune, NJ
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Contributed to strategic planning and development of operations transformation roadmap as key member of executive team.
- Spearheaded business development efforts and supervised a team to support operational objectives.
Managing Partner
Terrier Claims Services
Pleasantville , NY
12.1999 - 03.2021
- Oversaw all investigative operations and marketing leveraging over 20 years of professional experience in the insurance industry.
- Conducted and supervised a wide variety of investigations for insurance carriers, large self-insureds, and defense counsel, defining the TCS process for handling investigations.
- Built and led a team of professionals skilled in investigating multiple lines of insurance claims and coordinating trial preparation activities.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Terrier Claims Services was acquired by Gallagher Bassett in March of 2021.
Investigator
State of NJ, Office of the Attorney General
Trenton, NJ
09.1996 - 12.1999
- Investigated complaints of fraud, negligence, incompetence, and misconduct by organizations and individuals for Consumer Affairs and The Insurance Fraud Prosecutor.
- Compiled clear, accurate, and informative reports of investigative activities.
- Engaged in collaborative investigations and surveillance with Federal and State law enforcement agencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Pace University
New York, NY05-1996
Skills
- Business development
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Verbal and written communication
- Proposals and presentations
Affiliations
- Pace University Varsity Football
- Published article "CONTROLLING THE STEPS OF A CONSTRUCTION INVESTIGATION"
- Participated in several public speaking engagements for clients, at conferences and on panels.
Certification
- Licensed Private Detective NJ
- NYS Independent Casualty Adjuster
Timeline
Consultant
Spiked Ade
05.2025 - 03.2026
VP- Business Development _ Construction Vertical
Gallagher Bassett Services Inc.
02.2024 - 10.2024
SVP - Investigative Operations
Gallagher Bassett Services Inc.
03.2021 - 02.2024
Managing Partner
Terrier Claims Services
12.1999 - 03.2021
Investigator
State of NJ, Office of the Attorney General
09.1996 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Pace University