Purpose-Built
for Success

Randy Barkowitz has more than 16 years of executive leadership experience in the extended protection product space. Randy has been leading Safe-Guard since 2008 when he joined as CFO. He was named CEO of Safe-Guard Products in 2011 and is responsible for the strategic direction of the company. Prior to joining Safe-Guard, Randy served as President of Warranty Corporation of America and COO of Asurion Extended Warranty. Randy was named Executive Chairman in 2024.

David Pryor joined Safe-Guard in 2013, bringing over 15 years of automotive OEM experience to our clients. Before joining Safe-Guard, David led the Jaguar brand in North America. Before that, he was the Vice President of Marketing at Porsche Cars North America. He has served in a variety of functions in the automotive industry including marketing, product development, finance, aftersales, and CRM. With his deep automotive and OEM experience, David oversees account management, product management, business development, and marketing.

Darin Cline joined Safe-Guard in 2024 as Chief Operating Officer. Darin is responsible for leading Safe-Guard’s day-to-day operations including call center operations, claims administration, contract processing, and supply chain management. With over 20 years of financial services experience, he has worked in strategic management, business development, and daily operations in both corporate and startups. Prior to joining Safe-Guard, Darin held leadership roles at Capital One and Goldman Sachs.

Sylvia Taylor, an experienced HR professional, joined Safe-Guard Products International in 2013 as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources. With a diverse work background, Sylvia has operated in various U.S. and international environments, including for The Weather Channel, AutoTrader.com, General Motors, PepsiCo, ExxonMobil, and Target. Sylvia is an active member of the Human Resources Leadership Forum (HRLF) and has served on the executive advisory board of the National Association of African Americans in Human Resources (NAAAHR). Recognized for her achievements, Sylvia has been honored with several awards, including being named one of the Top 10 Breakaway Leaders by the Global Human Resources Leadership Summit and receiving the Most Powerful and Influential Woman award from the National Diversity Council. Additionally, she was recognized as one of the Top Influential Women in Corporate America by Savoy Magazine.

Joe Zhang has been Safe-Guard’s Chief Financial Officer since 2024. At Safe-Guard since 2013, he previously served as Vice President of Strategy and Analytics where he led sales analytics, corporate development, and strategic planning, contributing to key milestones, such as the acquisition of Dealer Solutions and Design. With expertise in finance and strategy, Joe focuses on fostering strategic alignment across departments and ensuring operational excellence. Committed to innovation and growth, he leverages Safe-Guard’s strong financial foundation to deliver exceptional value to partners and customers.

Damon Wiener joined Safe-Guard in 2007 as Senior Vice President and General Counsel. Damon has more than 20 years of experience in the insurance and warranty industry. Damon began his career working for Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John W. Oxendine as an enforcement attorney and has subsequently held various legal positions supporting both the underwriter and administrator sides of the finance & insurance business. With his industry expertise, Damon oversees the Legal and Compliance Department and represents the company in various industry associations, such as the Motor Vehicle Protection Products Association (MVPPA), which he helped establish and currently presides over as President. He is also an active member of Service Contract Industry Council (SCIC) and Guaranteed Asset Protection Alliance (GAPA) and currently serves as a board member with Consumer Credit Industry Association (CCIA).

Alen Gong, Safe-Guard’s Chief Risk Officer, has been with the company since 2016, driving the modernization of its Risk Management function. Previously serving as chief actuary, he ensured the sustainability and performance of Safe-Guard’s protection products portfolio. In his new role, Alen leverages his expertise in actuarial science, financial risk management, and the F&I industry to strengthen risk mitigation strategies. He also leads data governance efforts, utilizing Safe-Guard’s industry-leading data to support innovation and client growth.

Brian Shield serves as Chief Information Officer at Safe-Guard Products International. An accomplished technology leader, he was most recently the SVP, Chief Technology Officer for the Boston Red Sox and Fenway Sports Management. Brian previously spent 14 years as EVP and CIO of The Weather Channel in Atlanta, overseeing all technology. He has held leadership roles at FTD, Inc. and Scudder Investments. Recognized for his contributions, Brian was selected to the CIO Hall of Fame in 2025 and received the Georgia CIO Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. He holds multiple patents and a Technology ‘Emmy’ Award. Brian completed his education at Bentley University.