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 David C. Contorno, CEO
david@lakenormanbenefits.com
David C. Contorno is president and CEO of Lake Norman Benefits, Inc. David is a native from New York City and entered this field at the young age of 14 doing marketing for a major life insurance company. His customer focus, passion for his work, technology experience and performance plunged David into what would become a career of success.
During his 19 years in the insurance business, David has engaged in providing group insurance in various types of markets and industries ranging from manufacturing companies to privately held investment management companies. He has received numerous levels of recognition. To name a few: In 2004, he received a broker spotlight and was recognized by Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield as an outstanding broker of service and in 2005, United Healthcare honored him with the Echelon Award. David is a licensed agent in NY, NJ, CT, NC, SC and UT with Series 7 & 63 certification.
He is an active member in the Lake Norman and Moorseville-South Iredell Chambers of Commerce, and is also a member of the New York & Long Island Associations of Health Underwriters. In addition, he enjoys being a part of Lake Norman Leaders, Rotary International, part of the membership drive for the United Way, active with Habitat for Humanity and participating in networking functions.
David’s background and visionary experience reflects his commitment to offer the finest access to affordable group benefits to all types of employer groups. When he is not working he enjoys golf, boating and being with his wife and their daughter, Hannah. |
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 Dan Asadoorian, CFO
dan@lakenormanbenefits.com
Dan Asadoorian, Lake Norman Benefits Chief Financial Officer, brings an extensive background with him and will oversee all financial responsibilities of the firm. Dan, originally from Rhode Island, began his career right out of college as a Certified Public Accountant and stayed with that firm for 2 years when he decided to manage his family’s business in the jewelry manufacturing industry. After 23 years he sold the business and relocated to Mooresville, NC where he semi-retired for 7 years. After deciding to come out of retirement he went on to be the General Manager of a flooring company for just over 3 years. We are pleased to bring Dan on to our team, his knowledge and experience will be a huge asset in our growth.
Dan also enjoys spending time with his two grown children and is pleased to welcome a new grandchild into his family. |
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 Rosalie Greene, Director of Client Services
rosalie@lakenormanbenefits.com
Rosalie Greene is originally from Long Island, New York. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from St. Joseph’s College and a Master of Science from Dowling College.
As the Director of Client Services, Rosalie’s 2 main responsibilities are managing a book of business and assisting our staff in day to day service related issues. Notable is her 15+ years of industry experience. Her ability to multitask and communication skills have solidified relationships with corporate decision makers, insurance companies and other industry service associates.
Prior to joining Lake Norman Benefits, Rosalie worked in senior level positions at several companies, including USI Administrators, Guardian Life and Emerson Reid & Company. In 2004, her career took another leap forward when invited to join Lake Norman Benefits, which was known at the time as one of the quickest growing firms in the insurance broker industry.
Today, Rosalie resides in Indian Trail, NC where she lives with her husband and children. In her free time she is active in her church, enjoys entertaining and participating in activities with her children. |
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 Michelle Satterley, Client Service Manager
michelle@lakenormanbenefits.com
Michelle Satterley, Senior Customer Service Manager for Lake Norman Benefits,started in the business in 1997 as an Administrative Assistant and realized that this industry was her true passion. Now, with over 11 years of experience helping clients manage their health insurance and employee benefits, she is continually looking to help people navigate the complicated health insurance world. Married with 2 small children and a loving supportive husband her career traits carry over to her personal life. Her favorite quote is “The talent of success is nothing more than doing what you can do – but do it well”.
Michelle has continued her education with necessary courses to do her job professionally. She is very proud of all the computer applications she has learned over the years In the industry. Recently she has also taken on the role of Marketing Manager for Lake Norman Benefits. Her biggest accomplishment was obtaining the New York State Health Insurance Broker License. After receiving her license Michelle flourished as an excellent Customer Service Manager. |
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 Heather Contorno, Executive Support
heather@lakenormanbenefits.com
Heather Contorno is originally from Long Island, NY. She attended the State University of New York. Upon graduation Heather was employed at Northwestern Mutual Financial Network for eight years where she started as a receptionist and escalated to manager of the policy owner service department. This department was responsible for maintaining relationships with clients whose agents had left the firm.
Heather and David Contorno married in 2007 and were blessed with the birth of their daughter Hannah in March 2009. As well as assisting David, she also processes all new business paperwork and is responsible for inputting client information into our advanced Agency Management System. In her spare time Heather enjoys cooking, baking, and the New York Yankees. |
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 Virginia Marino, Service Support
ginny@lakenormanbenefits.com
Ginny Marino has been an employee of Lake Norman Benefits for 4 years. She brings over 30 years of customer service and administrative experience with her from working for Graybar Electric. After retiring in 2004 Ginny and her family moved from New York to Charlotte in July of 2006.
By September 2006 Ginny felt the need to start a new career and Lake Norman Benefits was the right fit. She Assists the Lake Norman Benefits account managers, keeps our clients information up to date, and handles our large administrative projects.
Her dedication and work ethic has carried over in her marriage and the raising of her 13 year old son. In her spare time she volunteers to work with the children’s group at church and is a big New York Yankees baseball fan. |
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 David Henning, Independent Insurance Agent
dhenning@lakenormanbenefits.com
Dave Henning is originally from Rochester, New York. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southern Nazarene University in Oklahoma City and did his Masters Degree studies in Kansas City, Missouri. He has started and built several successful small businesses and franchises and understands the challenges involved.
As licensed Independent Insurance Agent with Lake Norman Benefits, Dave has access to all the top insurance carriers in North Carolina. Because he can go shopping for you he typically saves people between 9 %and 30% on their insurance premium. As part of the Lake Norman Benefits team, Dave has unmatched resources to help businesses of all sizes control their employee benefits budget while maintaining the best coverage. |
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 Stephanie Gibson, Client Service Manager
stephanie@lakenormanbenefits.com
Stephanie Gibson is the newest member of the Lake Norman Benefits Team. She joined us in August 2010 in an Account Management role. She comes to us with previous industry experience as she started her career in 2000 in a Sales Support role and then moved in to Group Renewals and Sales on the insurance carrier side. She truly enjoys developing long term relationships with clients and is eager to accomplish this with each client she assists.
Stephanie recently relocated back to the Charlotte area and is very excited about learning the broker side of the insurance industry through her role at Lake Norman Benefits. Outside of work Stephanie loves spending time with family and friends, especially her husband David and their dog Maggie. |
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 Brian Lewis, Benefits Consultant
brian@lakenormanbenefits.com
Brian holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biology with a Minor in Environmental Science from Lycoming College in Williamsport, Pennsylvania and a Certificate of Accounting Degree from Philadelphia University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Brian is also licensed by the state of North Carolina for both Life and Health lines of insurance.
Prior to entering the benefits consulting field, Brian has five years of sales experience selling payroll and human resource outsourcing solution services to small and medium sized businesses for both Paychex and ADP. Prior small/medium business sales, Brian worked as a forensic accountant and has conducted extensive investigative, forensic, accounting and analytical research to assist claims and other professionals in the determination of damages in domestic markets and the international markets of Canada, United Kingdom, Caribbean, Brazil and Taiwan. He has also assisted insurance companies and their attorneys in insurance related litigation proceedings. |
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 Lance Rucks, Benefits Consultant
lance@lakenormanbenefits.com
For the last 10 years Lance has been immeresed in the employee benefit industry. Working for insurance carriers such as Assurant Health and Humana, Lance brings an extensive knowlegde base of health insurance and the role it plays for the small business owner and consumer. His expertise ranges from employee medical and ancillary benefits to individual medical coverage for the consumer. Holding a Bachelors degree in Sport Management from Winston-Salem State University and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Dayton has contributed to Lance's success in the Health Insurance industry. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" is a quote and mantra that Lance exhibits in dealing with our clients. |
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