Each quarter, SoftPro sponsors Trendsetters by October Research. This series focuses on professionals in the title insurance industry who have made a significant impact and emerged as leaders, demonstrating their passion for the industry in everything they do professionally.
This quarter, Trendsetters features Jim "Doc" Belardi, president of California-based Cresent Land Title Co. Under Jim's leadership, the company is working to expand coverage into all 50 states.
When you read the full Trendsetters report, you'll learn how Jim got his start in the title industry as a draftsman and poster at Western Title just after graduating high school. His career took numerous other stops along the way, including local courthouse recordkeeping and work with Transamerica Corp. He also helped to establish Fidelity National Title and worked with Fidelity National Chairman Bill Foley.
- What his early experience in the title industry looked like
- How he attributes his business success to strong communication
- How family connections to baseball bolstered his lifelong love of sports
- Where he got the nickname 'Doc'
- Why he stresses the importance of mentorship within the title industry
- And more!
Read Jim's full story today:
