Our Team
Edward Schlaffer, Principal
For over three decades, Mr. Schlaffer has developed extensive expertise in property damage loss consulting, cost estimating, and general contracting. He excels in handling large and complex insurance and FEMA claims, with skills encompassing the preparation of detailed estimates, reports, and analyses.
As a building consultant, he has evaluated diverse property losses, ranging from high-rise buildings, resorts, public and private housing complexes, sports arenas, theatres, cathedrals, school districts, and residential properties. His additional expertise includes property asset valuations, appraisal and umpire services, and litigation support. In 2022, Mr. Schlaffer co-founded Frame.
Joseph Mascali, Principal
Mr. Mascali has extensive experience in large property losses, especially complex losses arising from Superstorm Sandy and Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Maria, and Ian. His experience includes preparing, documenting, and quantifying insurance and FEMA claims on behalf of clients.
Mr. Mascali’s additional expertise includes COVID-19 recovery engagements, grants management support, litigation support, contract monitoring and invoice review, and appraisal services. In 2022, following over a decade of experience in the insurance and FEMA disaster recovery industry, Mr. Mascali co-founded Frame.
Jason McGrath, COO
Mr. McGrath is an accomplished entrepreneur and operations executive with extensive experience in scaling businesses, enhancing profitability, entering new markets, and elevating customer experiences. A proven leader, he adeptly employs key performance metrics to pinpoint growth opportunities and sets pragmatic strategic plans to boost operational advancements. His innovative insights and sharp business acumen play pivotal roles in driving business growth and realizing corporate goals. At Frame, Mr. McGrath is tasked with ensuring operational efficiency, growth, and quality control.
William Zec
Mr. Zec provides invaluable support to his clients in the preparation, quantification, and organization of insurance and disaster recovery claims. Leveraging his business acumen honed at Cornell University and his experience in government and public sector advisory, Mr. Zec’s expertise encompasses a thorough understanding of how to navigate complex world of insurance and disaster recovery. Mr. Zec's attention to detail, organizational skills, and unwavering commitment to client success, make him an indispensable asset to his clients and Frame.