Gregory M. Zarin

Managing Director

Gregory Zarin is fiercely committed to retooling and refining the subrogation process to enable efficient and reliable recoveries. With a heavyweight corporate and legal background, Gregory knows the path to achieve results, sooner rather than later.

As a frequent keynote speaker and published industry expert, Gregory shares his experience through building strategic partnerships with clients for a successful and refined subrogation program.

Prior to launching SubroSmart, Gregory was Assistant General Counsel at a prominent global investment management firm and practiced law at a national firm.

Mr. Zarin obtained his Juris Doctor (J.D.), cum laude, from the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables, Florida, and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) (Hons.) from the University of North Texas.

P: 972-914-4976
F: 972-528-5314
E: [email protected]

Elliot Schuler

Managing Director

With an established career in the commercial litigation and business restructuring departments at global law firm Baker & McKenzie, Elliot has developed a keen eye for identifying opportunities that maximize successful subrogation results. Clients of SubroSmart benefit from Elliot’s unique ability to provide a comprehensive overview and clear roadmap to recovery.

Elliot received his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas and law degree from Emory University School of Law in 2001.

P: 972-914-4975
F: 972-528-5314
E: [email protected]

John Newbern

Assistant General Counsel

John W. Newbern joins SubroSmart after spending the last six years as a lead prosecutor with the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office in Fort Worth, Texas. As an Assistant District Attorney, Johnny worked for the White-Collar Unit on high profile litigation and trial matters, which included organized crime, fraud, embezzlement and identity theft. With over three dozen trials to verdict throughout his career, Johnny brings his expertise as a seasoned litigator to SubroSmart as Assistant General Counsel overseeing all aspects of subrogation claim management throughout the United States.

Johnny was a practicing subrogation attorney and litigator for a national subrogation firm focusing on all matters of insurance subrogation including the handling of settlement negotiations, mediations, and arbitration hearings for a large docket of cases.

Throughout his career, Johnny has proven himself to be a passionate advocate for justice and he is committed to obtaining the best results through honesty and hard work. He is also an avid golfer and a featured writer for a national online golf publication.

Johnny obtained his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Texas A&M University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Southern Methodist University.

P: 972-761-5616
F: 972-528-5314
E: [email protected]

Wendi Wheeler

Director (SubroSmart US)

Wendi’s career as a litigation paralegal began in 1997 at Jackson Walker L.L.P., a 125-year-old Texas law firm, followed by 8 years at global law firm Baker & McKenzie LLP.

Prior to SubroSmart, Wendi worked as an adjuster across the country, first as a national catastrophe adjuster at a large national company. Since 2014, Wendi has been a Director at SubroSmart as a Director. Wendi brings quality representation and premium service to all aspects of her position. She also sets the bar high in keeping a warm and positive attitude every day.

Wendi received her Bachelor of Science at the New Hampshire College in Manchester, New Hampshire.

P: 972-914-4974
F: 972-528-5314
E: [email protected]

George Gager

Director (SubroSmart UK)

George Gager is a Director at SubroSmart (UK) Limited. Previously, George spent nine years as Claims Manager at White Oak Underwriting. George has nearly four decades experience in all aspects of insurance and has worked closely with producers, brokers and underwriters to drive innovation, improve efficiencies, and ensure profitability.

P: +44 (0) 20 3790 8911 (UK)
P: +1 972 456-9031 (US)
E: [email protected]

Chris Lally

Director (SubroSmart UK)

Chris Lally is a Director at SubroSmart (UK) Limited. Previously, Chris gained valuable experience at CFC Underwriting, Canopius, and AFL. Chris has developed a broad range of knowledge from North American binders, facilities and delegated authority.

P: +44 (0) 20 3790 8912 (UK)
P: +1 972 456 9032 (US)
E: [email protected]