President

With over 25 years of leadership experience within a wide range of industries, Stuart Clark currently acts as President and General Manager for Paul Davis Restoration of Mobile.

For Stuart, Operations is more than the coordination of construction and projects; it’s about talent development and building positive cultures, something he’s learned from his various roles. Prior to coming to purchasing his franchise territory, Stuart held leadership roles at CNC Catastrophe and National Claims/Verity Experts and Engineers/Flood Information Systems, TMX Finance, Waffle House Corporation, Royal Caribbean, as well as serving and deploying in the Marines and then serving in the Army National Guard as Crew Chief, then Pilot flying UH-60 Blackhawks.

Stuart’s diverse career path allows him to see unique perspectives during each project he is leading. From overseeing integration of multiple carriers into CNC’s claims handling program and adding 14,000 sq ft to the office/renovating the existing 12,000 sq ft, building and opening 6 restaurants/storefronts, and managing up to 685 people at a time in a 365-day a week model across multiple states, Stuart brings solutions and ideas to the table, no matter the challenge.

Vice President

Sandy Cooke serves as the Talent Acquisition Specialist at EFI Global, supporting nationwide staffing initiatives for the company’s forensic engineering, fire investigation, and environmental consulting teams. Her previous experience includes more than 25 years in the Workers Comp and Occupational Medicine sales, management, and patient care communities.

Sandy is a 26-year member of the Mobile Claims Association. She served as the Vice President of the Mobile Claims Association in the 2025 calendar year. Over the years, Sandy has passionately served on several non-profit boards of directors. She is currently a board member

of the Buckaroo Foundation and an Ambassador with the Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce.

As Vice President of the MCA board, Sandy is enthusiastically committed to serving, supporting, and representing the Mobile Claims Association and its members.

Secretary

Amy Todd is an independent Senior Casualty and General Liability Property Adjuster with more than thirty years of experience in property, casualty, and health insurance claims. She draws on her deep industry expertise to guide professionals and clients alike through the claims process with confidence and clarity.

Now in her third year serving on the board of the Mobile Claims Association, Amy previously held the role of Sergeant at Arms and continues to play a key role in the Association’s annual golf tournament. She combines her insurance and construction knowledge to educate and support industry
leaders and the local community on best practices in claims handling and process improvement.

Amy is dedicated to her three children in her spare time and actively volunteers at their school and with All Hands and Hearts disaster relief. Her passion for community service and claims support is evident in her life.

With a strong insurance and construction oversight background, Amy is committed to providing superior customer service, clear communication, thorough investigations, and swift resolutions for all claims. She continually educates herself on new construction practices and industry standards, seeking opportunities to expand her knowledge.

“I am grateful for the opportunity to continue my involvement with the MCA as we grow in the upcoming years. I enjoy educating and learning from my colleagues in the industry as we expand the MCA with new social activities, learning opportunities, and partnerships.”

Treasurer

Preston Hattaway serves as the Senior Operations Manager for Pilot Catastrophe Services. He started his career with Pilot in 2005 when he was just 21 years old. Over the last 19 years, Preston has worked in various roles such as field and inside adjuster, large loss property

adjuster, adjuster trainer, administrative manager, field manager, inside manager, storm manager, and Xactimate Affiliate Trainer. Apart from training adjusters,

Preston has collaborated with his colleagues to create several Pilot training classes such as Light Wind and Hail, Storm Preparedness, Train the Trainer, Hurricane Preparedness, Complex Adjusting Fundamentals, Property Field Claims College, and numerous client-specific training courses. He now plays a pivotal role in leading the operations for many of the industry's leading carriers.

Sargent At Arms

Terry Sutton serves as Director of Education for Vision Forensic Engineering, LLC.

He brings more than 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, with the majority of that time dedicated to continuing education and professional development within the claims community.

Throughout his career, Terry has led and developed extensive continuing education programs for both ServiceMaster and Stephens Engineering. He has presented at major industry conferences and associations including PLRB, NACA, Southern Loss Association, ACEA, IAMIC, NAIIA, LCA, and numerous claims associations across the country.

In addition to his work in the insurance field, Terry has served in full-time vocational ministry, as a college adjunct professor, and as an insurance claims adjuster. He is a licensed adjuster and holds IICRC certification.

Terry earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Performance from the University of South Alabama and a master’s degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences and has taught in five foreign countries.

Vision Forensic Engineering’s new education division will begin offering continuing education courses in the spring of 2026, further expanding access to high-quality industry training.

He and his wife, Debby, reside in Florida. They have four grown children and nine grandchildren.

Fundraising Chairperson

Kristie Trout has spent the past 28 years with Pilot Catastrophe Services, building a career that combines a strong technical foundation with a passion for improving how property claims are handled. She began in database and technical administration and has grown into a leadership

role focused on claims technology, property estimation services, and strategic partnerships with technology providers.

Kristie brings expert-level proficiency in Xactimate and XactAnalysis, playing a key role in implementing tools that drive accurate, efficient estimating across catastrophe and daily claims. Widely regarded as a go-to expert in the field, she is often relied upon by peers and partners for guidance on best practices, innovation, and problem-solving.

In addition to her professional work, Kristie serves on the board of the Mobile Claims Association as Fundraising Chairperson and Chair of the Annual Golf Tournament, leading outreach and fundraising efforts that support local causes and foster stronger connections within the claims community.

Past President

Robert Uhler served as President of the Mobile Claims Association 2024-2025.  He, along with the current Board, has overseen the growth of the association to include the expansion and growth of the membership, expansion of our monthly meetings, and the successful annual MCA
golf tournament, as well as our MCA annual holiday party. He believes in the continued growth and expansion of the association, developing an updated website and fiscal responsibility of the organization.

Professionally, Robert serves as a Senior Director for Pilot Catastrophe Services and is tasked with strategic growth and engagement. He began his insurance career in 1980 and brings over 40 years of experience to his role. He has been involved in almost every catastrophic event for over four decades.

Currently serving the board as Past President and mentor, Robert continues to dedicate his time, effort, and leadership to advancing the mission of the Mobile Claims Association—building on the strong foundation established by past boards and guiding future leaders in service to the adjusting community.