David Warren
Evergreen,Colorado
Summary
Experienced finance professional with a strong background in managing financial operations for FEMA disaster response and recovery efforts. Expertise in budget planning, resource allocation, and compliance with FEMA policies and federal regulations. Proven track record in overseeing grant management, financial reporting, and optimizing resources to support disaster recovery. Skilled in collaborating with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure efficient and transparent use of funds. Committed to supporting FEMA's mission through effective financial management in fast-paced situations. Experienced with executive leadership and strategic planning. Utilizes innovative approaches to drive business growth and operational excellence. Track record of effective team collaboration and achieving results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President and Regional Manager
Fidelity National Title Colorado
Conifer
05.2015 - 09.2023
- Collaborate with national and regional stakeholders on best practices for improved underwriting, title and escrow policies
- Interpret laws, policies, and regulations to make programmatic determinations on escrow, title and underwriting procedures
- Develop and implement strategies to improve the day to day execution of closings and office management
- Facilitate and coordinate the accurate delivery of multiple office budgets
- Coordinate regional closings and the associated priorities and delivery of title products
- Provide customer service tailored to the real estate agents and property owners, through the entire closing process
- Identifying eligibility or special considerations or concerns that could delay the closing process
- Manage diverse personnel over a complex organizational structure to ensure proper management and budget oversight of the multiple offices with a variety of rules and regulations to keep top of mind
- Provide advice, guidance, and technical assistance on laws, policies, and regulations during closing processes
- Coordinating with stakeholders and leadership on best practices for the real estate closing process; including participating in informational meetings and gatherings to the general public to briefing requirements to leadership and attending public-facing events
- Develop and coordinate remedies/initiatives to improve workforce diversity; mentoring 6 to 20 employees simultaneously
- Use workforce demographics data, and analysis to identify current workforce gaps and future workforce needs
- Analyze and evaluate the performance levels of staff
- Provide performance evaluations, and policy oversight regionally and nationally
- Provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders on issues to meet program goals.
Production Manager
Fidelity National Title
Denver
01.2010 - 05.2015
- Produce daily production of title commitments and title policies for multiple states
- Interpret laws, policies, and regulations to make programmatic determinations on escrow, title and underwriting procedures
- Develop best practices for streamlining operations with multiple local branches
- Manage underwriting with a $10 million in underwriting authority
- Coordinate and implement best practices for internal and external real estate stakeholders including but not limited to underwriters, real estate agents, property owners and attorneys
- Establish partnerships with real estate agents, attorneys, company management and other regions; while coordinating and supporting the implementation of services, projects and programs
- Research, prepare and present recommendations and/or solutions to reach consensus on complex issues and best practices for underwriting, title and escrow services as well as internal management best practices
- Responsible for hiring and firing employees per company and national leadership
- Research and implement underwriting rules and state laws for the transfer of titles.
Title Officer
Fidelity National Title
Denver
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Interpret laws, policies, and regulations to make programmatic determinations on escrow, title and underwriting procedures
- Provide customer service to the real estate agents and escrow officers, through the entire closing process
- Identify eligibility or special considerations or concerns that could delay the closing process
- Provide advice, guidance and technical assistance on laws, policies and regulations during closing processes
- Aid in developing operating guidelines and procedures internal company management
- Manage underwriting
- Coordinate and implement best practices for internal and external real estate stakeholders including but not limited to underwriters, real estate agents, property owners and attorneys
- Research, prepare and present recommendations and/or solutions to reach consensus on complex issues and best practices for underwriting, title and escrow services as well as internal management
- Research and implement underwriting rules and state laws for the transfer of titles.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
Southern Oregon State University
AshlandSkills
- Financial Planning & Budgeting: Proficient in developing, managing, and adjusting financial plans and budgets for large-scale emergency response and recovery efforts
- Grant Management & Oversight: Expertise in administering federal grants, including the review, processing, and monitoring of disaster-related funding
- Cost Analysis & Resource Optimization: Ability to analyze financial data to evaluate the effectiveness of disaster-related expenditures Skilled in optimizing the allocation of resources during crisis situations to ensure maximum impact and efficiency
- Financial Reporting & Compliance: Adept at preparing detailed financial reports, audits, and documentation that meet FEMA’s stringent regulatory standards Ensures transparency and accountability in financial activities, including managing the reimbursement process for state and local governments
- Disaster Recovery Funding: Knowledge of disaster assistance programs (eg, Public Assistance, Individual Assistance, Hazard Mitigation) and the financial processes involved in each
- Risk Management & Contingency Planning: Ability to assess financial risks associated with emergency management scenarios, including funding gaps, fraud detection, and financial contingencies Develops strategies to mitigate risks while ensuring the continuity of disaster recovery efforts
- Cross-Agency Collaboration: Effective in collaborating with federal, state, and local agencies, ensuring financial support and coordination during recovery operations Strong communication skills to interact with stakeholders, contractors, and FEMA leadership
- Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Proven ability to make timely financial decisions during high-pressure situations, adjusting resources and plans in response to emerging needs or challenges in disaster scenarios
Timeline
Vice President and Regional Manager
Fidelity National Title Colorado
05.2015 - 09.2023
Production Manager
Fidelity National Title
01.2010 - 05.2015
Title Officer
Fidelity National Title
01.2009 - 01.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
Southern Oregon State University
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