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Disaster Playbook

The January Issue of DS News featured an article authored by Safeguard Properties CEO Alan Jaffa. In it, Jaffa explores how the mortgage servicing industry can establish guidelines to help manage portfolios following a major storm or disaster.

17 Jan 2018

Proposals from Cuyahoga and Lorain community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees move forward

Cleveland.com published an article discussing the status of a plan to offer four-year degree programs through Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) and Lorain Community College (LCCC). Safeguard Properties has partnered with Tri-C to help develop job opportunities for graduates.

12 Dec 2017

Battling Zombie Homes. . .and Plywood

DS News published an article exploring ways to combat vacant and abandoned properties. The article features comments from Safeguard Properties Founder and Chairman Robert Klein.

5 Dec 2017

Evolution of Cybersecurity

The November issue of DS News featured an article authored by Safeguard Properties Information Security Officer Darren Kruk. In it, Kruk explores the need for companies in high-profile industries, such as mortgage servicing, to be more vigilant in protecting their electronic environments.

30 Nov 2017

Property Management: Adapting to Change

DS News recently had a discussion with Safeguard Properties Vice President of Vendor Management Joe Iafigliola that sheds light on some of the obstacles associated with property management.

22 Nov 2017

Exploring the State of Property Preservation

DS News published an article outlining a 2017 National Property Preservation Conference (NPPC) panel discussion moderated by Five Star Institute President and CEO Ed Delgado. The article includes comments from Safeguard Properties CEO Alan Jaffa.

8 Nov 2017

Fast-Tracking Foreclosure

DS News released an article offering an overview of the national foreclosure landscape. Included are comments from Safeguard Properties Founder and Chairman Robert Klein.

7 Nov 2017

Surmounting the Roadblocks to FHA Conveyance

The October issue of Servicing Management featured an article authored by Safeguard Properties Assistant Vice President of Business Development and Investor Relations Kellie Chambers. In it, Chambers discusses ways mortgage servicers can reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket expenses related to Federal Housing Administration (FHA) property conveyance.

31 Oct 2017

Mortgage Professionals Come Together at Five Star Conference

MReport published an article outlining the 2017 Five Star Conference and Expo. The article features comments by Safeguard Properties Director of Supply Chain and Vendor Management Tim Rath.

20 Sep 2017

Linda Erkkila Named 2017 Leading Lady by MReport Magazine

Safeguard Properties announced General Counsel and Executive Vice President of Human Resources Linda Erkkila as a 2017 Leading Lady by MReport magazine. The Leading Lady distinction, which recognizes top female executives and managers, is one of three categories forming the publication’s Women in Housing List.

14 Sep 2017

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CEO

Alan Jaffa

Alan Jaffa is the Chief Executive Officer for Safeguard Properties, steering the company as the mortgage field services industry leader. He also serves on the board of advisors for SCG Partners, a middle-market private equity fund focused on diversifying and expanding Safeguard Properties’ business model into complimentary markets.

Alan joined Safeguard in 1995, learning the business from the ground up. He was promoted to Chief Operating Officer in 2002, and was named CEO in May 2010. His hands-on experience has given him unique insights as a leader to innovate, improve and strengthen Safeguard’s processes to assure that the company adheres to the highest standards of quality and customer service.

Under Alan’s leadership, Safeguard has grown significantly with strategies that have included new and expanded services, technology investments that deliver higher quality and greater efficiency to clients, and strategic acquisitions. He takes a team approach to process improvement, involving staff at all levels of the organization to address issues, brainstorm solutions, and identify new and better ways to serve clients.

In 2008, Alan was recognized by Crain’s Cleveland Business in its annual “40-Under-40” profile of young leaders. He also was named a NEO Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award finalist in 2013.

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Esq., General Counsel and EVP

Linda Erkkila

Linda Erkkila is the General Counsel and Executive Vice President for Safeguard Properties, with oversight of legal, human resources, training, and compliance. Linda’s broad scope of oversight covers regulatory issues that impact Safeguard’s operations, risk mitigation, strategic planning, human resources and training initiatives, compliance, insurance, litigation and claims management, and counsel related to mergers, acquisition and joint ventures.

Linda assures that Safeguard’s strategic initiatives align with its resources, leverage opportunities across the company, and contemplate compliance mandates. She has practiced law for 25 years and her experience, both as outside and in-house counsel, covers a wide range of corporate matters, including regulatory disclosure, corporate governance compliance, risk assessment, compensation and benefits, litigation management, and mergers and acquisitions.

Linda earned her JD at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. She holds a degree in economics from Miami University and an MBA. Linda was previously named as both a “Woman of Influence” by HousingWire and as a “Leading Lady” by MReport.

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COO

Michael Greenbaum

Michael Greenbaum is the Chief Operating Officer of Safeguard Properties, where he has played a pivotal role since joining the company in July 2010. Initially brought on as Vice President of REO, Mike’s exceptional leadership and strategic vision quickly propelled him to Vice President of Operations in 2013, and ultimately to COO in 2015. Over his 14-year tenure at Safeguard, Mike has been instrumental in driving change and fostering innovation within the Property Preservation sector, consistently delivering excellence and becoming a trusted partner to clients and investors.

A distinguished graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, Mike earned a degree in Quantitative Economics. Following his graduation, he served in the U.S. Army’s Ordnance Branch, where he specialized in supply chain management. Before his tenure at Safeguard, Mike honed his expertise by managing global supply chains for 13 years, leveraging his military and civilian experience to lead with precision and efficacy.

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CFO

Joe Iafigliola

Joe Iafigliola is the Chief Financial Officer for Safeguard Properties. Joe is responsible for the Control, Quality Assurance, Business Development, Marketing, Accounting, and Information Security departments. At the core of his responsibilities is the drive to ensure that Safeguard’s focus remains rooted in Customer Service = Resolution. Through his executive leadership role, he actively supports SGPNOW.com, an on-demand service geared towards real estate and property management professionals as well as individual home owners in need of inspection and property preservation services. Joe is also an integral force behind Compliance Connections, a branch of Safeguard Properties that allows code enforcement professionals to report violations at properties that can then be addressed by the Safeguard vendor network. Compliance Connections also researches and shares vacant property ordinance information with Safeguard clients.

Joe has an MBA from The Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and holds a bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University’s Honors Accounting program.

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Business Development

Carrie Tackett

Business Development Safeguard Properties