Our Reach Mexico / Mexico City

AV. General Emiliano Zapata, No. 277,
Colonia Emperadores
Alcaldía Benito Juárez, Mexico City
CP 03320

+52 55 5463 4341
mexico@advantaglobal.com

Miguel Angel Sanchez

Director


SPECIALITIES

Fire, Machinery Breakdown, Catastrophic Risks, Civil Liability, Transport & Cargo, Technical lines


CONTACT

masanchez@advantaglobal.com
+52 1 55 2313 0758
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Miguel Ángel is a professional with over 20 years’ experience in the insurance industry. Prior to Advanta, he has held management positions in several insurance companies in Mexico, including an important role within the Mexican Federal Electricity Commission for nearly 10 years, where he gained extensive experience within the Energy sector. He has specialised in claims related to Fire, Machinery Breakdown, Catastrophic Risks, Civil Liability, Transport & Cargo, amongst others. Throughout his career, he has acquired considerable experience in handling large and complex claims, alongside the implementation of quality and audit improvement processes. Miguel Ángel will contribute to the development of Advanta Mexico applying his extensive knowledge in the insurance sector.

Professional Qualifications
— Master in Business Administration (Online Latin American Technological University)
— Bachelor of Accounting (National Autonomous University of Mexico - UNAM)
— Diploma in Risk Management (Monterrey Technological Institute of Higher Education)
— Diploma in Finance (National Autonomous University of Mexico - UNAM)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Edgardo Velasquez

Associate Director


SPECIALITIES

Industrial All Risks, Property, Marine, General Liability, Financial Lines, Cybersecurity


CONTACT

evelasquez@advantaglobal.com
+52 1 55 2113 0356 / +1 786 659 4248
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Edgardo has over 15 years’ experience working in different areas within the insurance industry. Throughout his career, he has developed a unique set of management and claims handling skills. He has also handled large and complex claims. Before joining Advanta, he held a successful position in an important global loss adjusting firm as an Operations Manager. His specialties include Industrial All Risk, Property, Marine, Liability, Financial Lines and Cybersecurity. Edgardo joins Advanta to reinforce the proposition of the company in the Latin America region from one of the main hubs of the insurance industry.

Professional Qualifications
— MBA Business Management; Expert in Risk Management; Expert in International Finances (European Open Business School (EOBS)
— Bachelor in Administration (IUS-UPTM)
— Diploma in Insurance and Reinsurance (National Academy of Insurance Nilo Peña)
— Diploma in Risk Management (University Insurance Institute)
— Qualified Senior Insurance Technician (University Insurance Institute)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Alejandro Ramirez

Loss Adjuster / Operations Manager


SPECIALITIES

NAT CAT, Fire, Liability


CONTACT

aramirez@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 8004 9096
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Alejandro is a Civil Engineer with over 15 years’ experience within the insurance industry specialised in losses related to Nat Cat events in Mexico and Central America. Before joining Advanta, he worked for 10 years in a well-known international Loss Adjusting firm dealing with claims related to Fire, Hurricanes, Floods, Earthquakes, Liability, Consequential Losses and Transport, amongst others. At Advanta, and under Edgardo Velázquez’ leadership, Alejandro will contribute to strengthen our presence in Mexico and the region.

Professional Qualifications
— BEng Civil Engineering (Escuela Superior de Ingeniería y Arquitectura del IPN)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Irvin Seiler

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Industrial Safety, Occupational Hygiene and Environment, Risk Analysis and Evaluation, Accident Analysis and Investigation, Handling and Storage of Hazardous Substances, First Aid for Adults, Environmental Emergencies, CPR and AED, Emergency Brigades Training for Businesses, Fire Safety and Management of Fire Safety Equipment


CONTACT

iseiler@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 2767 7866
+52 55 6585 1470

Profile
Irvin has over ten years’ professional experience in the areas of industrial safety, hygiene and environment. During his carrier in the field of industrial safety, he acquired extensive experience in the creation, implementation and monitoring of safety procedures in industrial environments, employee risk management and the implementation of health and safety regulations at workplace. Over the course of his carrier, he has also provided advisory services to companies in different fields related to transport, logistics, oil and gas, manufacturing, chemical products and construction.

Professional Qualifications
— Senior Technician in Industrial Safety (Instituto Universitario de Tecnología Antonio José de Sucre)
— Registered in INPSASEL (National Institute of Prevention
— Health and Occupational Safety of Venezuela)
— Safety and Hygiene for Supervisors (DC3)
— Training of Emergency Brigades (DC3)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Jose Isauro Lavariega

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Casualty, Legal, Money Laundering and Fraud Prevention


CONTACT

jlavariega@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 2318 2784
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Jose is a seasoned legal professional with 19 years of experience in the insurance industry. Prior to joining Advanta, he served as a legal consultant specializing in claims-related matters. His expertise extended to money laundering and fraud prevention processes, as well as the analysis and application of local legislation. Furthermore, he acted as a key liaison with regulatory authorities, ensuring strict compliance with their regulations. Jose has joined the Advanta team to contribute his extensive knowledge and expertise in providing support for Casualty claims.

Professional Qualifications
— Bachelor of Laws Degree (UNAM – C.U.
— Diploma in Civil and Family Law (UNAM)
— Diploma in European Integration Studies (Colegio de México)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Carlos Galan

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Fire, Machinery Breakdown, Cargo, Civil Liability


CONTACT

cgalan@advantaglobal.com
+52 56 2181 3397
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Carlos has over 10 years of experience in the loss adjusting field. Before joining Advanta, he gained experience working on accounts related to the Government sector, including the National Guard and the Secretary of National Defence. His specialities include Fire, Machinery Breakdown, Cargo, and Civil Liability.

Professional Qualifications
— Diploma in Civil Engineering (Escuela Superior de Ingeniería y Arquitectura)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Hugo Leyva

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Property Damage, All Risk Industries, NAT CAT, Fire


CONTACT

hleyva@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 7199 3435

Profile
Hugo is an adjuster with more than 9 years of experience within the insurance sector. Throughout his career, he has gained valuable experience working for several accounts in the public sector handling a broad range of claims pertaining to the Fire branch, especially with maximum security prison buildings, public buildings with historical value, national security buildings and hospital services. In addition, Hugo has coordinated, supervised and handled NAT CAT claims, included those related to the Hurricane Willa in 2018 and the earthquakes of September 2017 in Mexico. He holds an BA in Architecture and has additional related experience in valuations, planning and site supervision.

Professional Qualifications
— Bachelor in Architecture (Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, Mexico)
— Certified Adjuster (National Commission of Insurance in Mexico)
— Certificate in Electrical failures (FIG Global Fire Academy)

Languages
— Spanish

Edson Arana

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Machinery, Fire, Pressure Vessels


CONTACT

earana@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 7446 8062

Profile
Edson is a Loss adjuster with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Before joining Advanta, he worked as an insurance consultant, dealing with claims related to Machine Breakdown, Civil Engineering and Fire. Edson joins the Advanta team to provide his knowledge and continue developing his career in the Loss Adjusting field.

Professional Qualifications
— BA Mechanical Engineering (Escuela Superior de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica, Mexico)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Juan Eduardo Contreras

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Government accounts, Catastrophic, Industrial All Risk


CONTACT

jcontreras@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 1388 5946

Profile
Juan Eduardo is a professional with 7 years of experience in the insurance sector. Throughout his career, he has worked on numerous accounts and projects related to the government sector. Juan Eduardo joins the Advanta team in Mexico to continue expanding the office operation throughout the country.

Professional Qualifications
— Bachelor in Business Administration (INECUH, Mexico)

Languages
— Spanish

Emilio Sánchez

Junior Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Liability, Public Sector


CONTACT

esanchez@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 3047 9415

Profile
Emilio is a young professional beginning his career in Loss Adjusting. He has been assisting in Property Damage, Fire and Cargo Shipping claims gaining valuable experience in the insurance industry by translating documentation, drafting and preparing reports. He also holds a degree in translation and interpreting and he is currently studying for his Loss Adjusting certification.

Professional Qualifications
— Insurance Course I PAASD (Mexican Educational Institute of Insurance and Finance – IMESFAC)
— BA in Translation & Interpreting (Anglo American Educational Centre, Mexico)

Languages
— Spanish
— English
— French

Rogelio Medina

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Cargo, Machinery Breakdown, CAT


CONTACT

rmedina@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 1834 7898
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Rogelio has 7 years of experience as a loss adjuster. His specialties include Machinery Breakdown, Cargo, and damage investigation and quantification for claims related to Catastrophic events (CAT). Rogelio has extensive experience working with accounts related to the Government sector, such as Guardia Nacional, SEDENA, SAT, IMSS, FOVISSSTE, among other relevant public entities.

Professional Qualifications
— Chartered Loss Adjuster (CNSF Mexico)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Joaquin Rios

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Construction


CONTACT

jrios@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 1851 3334
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Joaquin is a seasoned architect with more than 15 years of expertise in the Construction sector. His career highlights include the management and supervision of diverse urban development projects, ranging from construction initiatives in airports, schools, and hospitals to overseeing the construction of Mexico's Metro Line 12. Additionally, Joaquin has dedicated six years to providing valuable consultancy services, focusing on contracts and construction work management.

Professional Qualifications
— Bachelor’s degree in architecture (Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana)

Languages
— Spanish
— working knowledge of English

Yessica Vargas Diaz

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Civil Liability, Miscellaneous, Theft


CONTACT

yvargas@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 1004 5384
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Yessica brings 20 years of extensive experience in the insurance industry. Her career commenced as a Claims Analyst at a prestigious insurer, where she dedicated 9 years. Since then, she has furthered her career by working with various companies in the insurance sector, managing cases from cradle to grave for both private and public sectors. Yessica specializes in Civil Liability, Theft, and miscellaneous claims.

Professional Qualifications
— Degree in Criminalistic (Centro de Estudios Avanzados en Ciencias Forenses (CEESACIF)
— Diploma in Insurance (CONDUSEF)
—Instructor in Claims at IMESFAC (Instituto Mexicano Educativo de Seguros y Fianzas)

Languages
— Spanish

Ramon Perez Gonzalez

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Property, Marine & Transportation, Fire, All Risk


CONTACT

rgonzalez@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 1068 2334
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Ramon is a skilled loss adjuster with a decade of experience in the insurance sector. Throughout his career, he has contributed to various projects spanning the private and government sectors, with a particular focus on engineering processes. Ramon's extensive expertise, coupled with his proficiency in operating and maintaining high-complexity equipment, positions him as a trusted professional in successfully adjusting numerous claims related to Property and All Risks.

Professional Qualifications
— Accreditation for Property Insurance Adjusters (IMESFAC)
— Certified Adjuster (National Commission of Insurance in Mexico)

Languages
— Spanish
— English

Luis Mancha Gamez

Loss Adjuster


SPECIALITIES

Construction


CONTACT

lmancha@advantaglobal.com
+52 55 7740 4129
+52 55 5463 4341

Profile
Luis is a dynamic Civil Engineer who embarked on his career in the insurance industry. His professional journey began as a Quality Analyst, where he developed a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of quality control processes. Progressing through his career, Luis assumed the role of Site Supervisor for a local real estate company, overseeing contractors, facilities, and steel structures. His hands-on experience in project management and construction supervision adds valuable insights to his skill set.

Professional Qualifications
— BEng Civil (Bachelor of Civil Engineering - ESIA Zacatenco, Instituto Politécnico Nacional)

Languages
— Spanish
— English