UP CLOSE: Veronica Fuentes
Posted On: Jul. 6, 2014 12:00 AM CST
LAS VEGAS-BASED ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE OF THE NEW GAMING, ENTERTAINMENT, AND SPORTS PRACTICE
Lockton Cos. L.L.C.
PREVIOUS POSITION: Las Vegas-based risk and safety director at M Resort L.L.C.
LOOKING FORWARD TO: Working with the talented and specialized team at Lockton. Particularly, I am excited to offer our clients Lockton's unique solutions that cover the multiple aspects of this industry.
GOALS FOR NEW POSITION: To establish and develop meaningful relationships with clients nationwide. For me, it's offering my first-hand experiences in loss control and legal issues, to offer creative risk management solutions that will meet and exceed clients' expectations
CHALLENGES FACING INDUSTRY: One of the most significant challenges is the high level and diversity of claims filed. There's everything from workers comp to trip-and-fall, event cancellation, adverse weather. You really need to have a keen eye to differentiate the frivolous lawsuits.
FIRST INDUSTRY JOB: I worked as a legal secretary for Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. I mostly reviewed legal contracts for the company.
WHAT SURPRISED ME: In my six years in working as a risk manager, I was never offered the level of specialization and solutions that Lockton provides through this new practice.
ADVICE: My best advice is never stop learning about your job, and build meaningful relationships. Continue to grow.
OUTSIDE THE INDUSTRY, A DREAM JOB: To work as a sports, gaming and entertainment lawyer.
HOBBIES: Yoga and spending time with my kids.
THING MOST PEOPLE DON'T KNOW ABOUT ME: I studied international business in Paris, France, for two years.
WHEN I RETIRE: Travel the world and enjoy my family.
BEST CITY: Las Vegas, of course.