These experts head a team of professionals that identify the perfect insurance products for your current business profile and portfolio. They also look to your future to anticipate changes in the market. That means ongoing, valuable recommendations concerning loss mitigation before you experience unnecessary exposure.

Call us today for an initial review and to see how The IL Group process will work for you. It's like having a crystal ball, only better.

Lender Placed Insurance Solutions


Larry Cason, President
For more than 30 years, Larry has worked closely with financial institutions in the fields of life, health, disability, hazard and flood insurance. As the National Account Manager and Vice President of Protective Life Insurance Company, he led the company in sales for over 10 years.

In 1989, leaving Protective Life, Larry formed Cason Financial Corporation, an insurance brokerage specializing in products designed for independent insurance agents and financial institutions. With his in-depth knowledge of insurance products, and his ability to design innovative solutions to meet the needs of his clients, he quickly became well-respected throughout the industry.


David Stidham, Executive Vice President
With nearly 20 years experience, David has served in a number of key areas within both the Mortgage Banking and Insurance industries. His experience includes Default Management, Escrow Management, Loan Administration, Underwriting, and Claims, making him uniquely qualified to provide consultation and advice in both Mortgage Loan Servicing and Financial Insurance Products and Services.

David is currently a licensed agent in 45 states in the areas of Property, Casualty, and Life & Health insurance and is a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC).


A.H. (Al) Hethcox, Jr., CMB , Regional Vice President
Al has a strong background in management and mortgage servicing and brings more than 30 years of experience in the mortgage banking industry to The IL Group. Prior to joining The IL Group in 2007, Al was Managing Director of Loan Administration at NetBank, FSB in Columbia, SC. Before that he served for 10 years as EVP and Servicing Manager at Regions Mortgage, Inc. in Montgomery, AL. He was also EVP and Servicing Manager at Loan America Financial Corporation in Miami Lakes, FL for 8 years and SVP and Servicing Manager at AmSouth Mortgage Company in Birmingham, AL for 12 years. In addition to his experience, Al has a BS, JD and is a graduate of the US Army Command and General Staff College. Al has been awarded the CMB designation and is actively involved in the MBA of the Carolinas and the national MBA.

Kevrin Blessing, National Client Relations Manager
Kevrin Blessing is a Kent State Graduate with a degree in Technical Management.

Kevrin's industry experience is vast, covering an outstanding professional career. His success began as a New Loan Supervisor with Huntington Mortgage in Columbus, OH. He then performed in the capacity of Escrow Manager with Charter One Bank and AmTrust Bank in Cleveland. Next, with Safeco Financial Institution Solutions in Orange, CA, Kevrin was Account Manager for several mortgage companies. At SFIS he was later appointed Client Service Manager responsible for all SFIS Accounts totaling over 1 million loans. Kevrin has also served as Account Manager for JPM/Chase responsible for managing a portfolio of over 4 million loans.


Amy Cherry, National Client Relations Manager
Amy Cherry is a proven, professional customer service expert holding a Masters of Science degree in Management, as well as a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Administration. Amy joined The IL Group in 2006 with over 17 years of mortgage banking experience. Her experience includes management of the Customer Service/Call Center and Escrow departments with Regions Mortgage. In addition, Amy served as liaison to over 23 business partners and managed 5 functional areas with Regions Loan Administration. Amy's consistent attention to detail makes her an invaluable asset to The IL Group's customers.

Tim Tasker, Regional Vice President
Tim brings more than 16 years of marketing and sales experience to The IL Group. Previously, he was regional sales manager of New Store Development for Daylight Corp. With a proven sales record, Tasker is also an active member of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) and the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA), positioning him well to work with lending institutions across the country in need of insurance solutions.