About Us
Indemnity Construction Consulting is a versatile construction consulting firm that provides risk-based advisory and dispute resolution services to the construction, legal, insurance, real estate development, and engineering industries.
With a team of leaders who have vast technical field experience across a wide range of projects such as commercial, industrial, high-rise, special structures, governmental, residential, and infrastructure, Indemnity Construction Consulting offers diverse construction consulting services to its clients.
The founders of Indemnity Construction Consulting have a distinct blend of experience in construction and the claims process, enabling them to offer comprehensive solutions to the complex issues facing the industry.
Our Mission
At the heart of our purpose is a commitment to be the go-to, reliable consultants for global organizations confronting critical, time-sensitive challenges that require unwavering expertise, uncompromising ethics, and unbiased, precise assessment and guidance.
Our Vision
Our Team
Michael Bente
After departing from the construction industry, Michael was fortunate enough to secure a position with a reputable national building consulting firm. Drawing from his extensive first-hand experience in project management, contract negotiations, and strategic personnel placement, Michael quickly became a highly successful building consultant. Throughout his career, he has consulted on numerous catastrophic events and perils, ultimately realizing that a thorough and timely delivery of customized solutions for each client and project led to superior service. This philosophy was reinforced by his concerted efforts with all parties, which resulted in successful and expedited project resolution.
Recognizing a need for a versatile and adaptable team of qualified experts in the insurance and building consulting space, Michael founded Indemnity. Prior to entering the insurance industry, Michael had owned multiple construction operations for nearly two decades, completing successful projects in commercial and high-end residential divisions including ground-up construction, renovations, restorations, structural concrete, pools and spas, and underground work. As a State of Florida Certified General Contractor with a Class A license, Michael possesses some of the highest credentials in the construction industry, enabling him to participate in the management and construction of any project type.
At Indemnity Consulting, Michael adheres to a holistic approach to the claims process and incorporates it into the daily operations of the company. His concerted efforts with all parties involved in a project result in successful and expedited project completion. Indemnity’s hallmark approach is one of tailored solutions, as no two claims are identical. Therefore, the scope and breadth of the company’s services are defined in collaboration with each client for every project.
Natalia Shea
COO
“Putting the customer at the heart of the business means that every procedure, process, and system keeps the customer in mind.” -Shep Hyken
As the COO of Indemnity Construction Consulting, Natalia Shea champions this foundational principle, drawing upon her extensive leadership experience of over 15 years in both the construction industry and public education.
Natalia’s previous roles include various leadership positions within the education sector, such as vocational studies in construction and design, information technology, and site-based leadership. Before joining the education sector, Natalia served in operations for large commercial general contracting projects in the greater Tampa Bay area. These projects included high-rises, stadiums, amusement parks, condominiums, correctional facilities, and universities.
Natalia holds a Master of Leadership and a Bachelor of Science from the University of South Florida. During her free time, she is an avid outdoorswoman and a sponsor and leader of a youth fishing club focused on conservation in partnership with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Joe Gruters
CFO
Joe Gruters is a fourth generation Sarasotan and a graduate of both Florida State University, where he earned his undergraduate degree, and the University of South Florida, where he earned his MBA. He is a partner at Robinson Gruters and Roberts, a CPA firm with offices in Sarasota County.
For the last 25 years, Joe has been involved in Florida politics, serving as Chairman of the Republican Party of Sarasota, Chairman of the Republican Party of Florida, and a member of the Republican National Committee, where he was Chairman of the Election Integrity committee.
Joe has also served as a member of the Electoral College representing Florida during the 2016 and 2020 elections and was the co-chairman of the 2016 Republican National Committee platform committee on Restoring the American Dream. Joe is currently the Florida State Senator representing Sarasota and Manatee Counties. He is also the Florida Senate Regulated Industries Chairman.
Joe was a Governor appointee to the Board of Trustees for Florida State University, where he was Chairman of the Finance and Audit Committee and Presidential Compensation Committee. Joe currently serves on the University of South Florida Community Leadership Counsel at the Sarasota Campus.
Culture & Careers
Contact Us
ADDRESS:
8437 Tuttle Ave, Suite 343
Sarasota, FL 34243
PHONE:
941-LL-INDEM