IIAB Hosts Annual Golf Day

Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers (IIAB) of San Diego, also known as the Big “I", hosted A Day of Golf at Maderas in Poway, CA.

On October 8, 2020, players came out to support the IIAB San Diego and its contributions to the San Diego community.

Rancho Mesa team members, Daniel Frazee, Shane Medlin, Sam Clayton, Dave Garcia, Chase Hixson and Sam Brown showed their support while including Nick Shureen and David Winthers from Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies.

To keep players safe, rather than the traditional awards dinner following the event, winners were announced via email. Players still enjoyed delicious food, as they were provided with lunch that had been placed on their carts before the round began.

About IIAB San Diego

IIAB San Diego is a group of local insurance professionals dedicated to upholding the ideals of the American Agency System. Our Association is founded on mutual respect and support of its members. Through our Association, members access information necessary to further their business. The continuing work of our Association benefits our members, the insurance industry and the San Diego community at large. They stand ready to meet the challenges of both the present and the future through involvement in both profession and the community. To learn more, visit www.iiabsandiego.com.

Rancho Mesa Attends 7th Annual State of Nonprofit & Philanthropy Summit

Author, Alyssa Burley, Media Communications and Clients Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurances Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa’s Sam Brown and Chase Hixson.

San Diego’s warm clear skies provided a cheerful backdrop for The Nonprofit Institute’s 7th Annual State of Nonprofit and Philanthropy Summit at the University of San Diego’s Mother Rosalie Hill Hall in the School of Leadership and Education Sciences. The Summit hosted nearly 260 attendees on October 18, 2019 who gathered to hear the results of the 2019 Leader Survey, participate in dialog with public, private, and social sector leaders, and explore trends in philanthropic giving and donor behavior, public trust, and the impact of public policy on nonprofits.

“The purpose of the Summit is to highlight the current state of the nonprofit sector and philanthropy that supports it, as well as key trends that affect how these organizations are able to operate, fulfill their mission and meet critical needs in the community,” according to the event’s webpage.

Rancho Mesa’s Vice President of the Human Services Group Sam Brown, and Account Executive Chase Hixson understand the challenges shared by their clients in fulfilling their missions.

“The USD Nonprofit Institute supports nonprofit leaders in so many important ways. Every attendee had something to learn or wisdom to share. We are incredibly lucky to have this in San Diego. Rancho Mesa is proud to support this important event,” said Sam Brown.

Rancho Mesa is honored to sponsor the Annual State of Nonprofit & Philanthropy Summit and support the local nonprofit community.

Boys & Girls Clubs of East County Raises $70K at 46th Annual Golf Day

Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.

On Friday, July 12, 2019 the Boys & Girls Clubs of East County held their 46th annual Golf Day at Singing Hills Golf Resort, Oak Glen Course, in El Cajon, CA.

Pictured from left to right: Chase Hixson, Account Executive of Human Services; Sam Brown, Vice President of the Human Services Group; Jeremy Hoolihan, Account Executive of Construction.

144 participants showed up to raise nearly $70K which directly supports the after school and summer programs provided by the Boys & Girls Clubs of East County for almost 60 years.

Several companies sponsored the event including Stan Boney & Family, Hunter's Run Apartments, Walmart, Christian Brothers Emergency Building Services, Republic Services, Waste Management, and Rancho Mesa.

Rancho Mesa was honored to take part in the event as both a sponsor and participant.

About the Boys & Girls Clubs of East County
The Boys & Girls Clubs of East County have been developing, implementing, and providing activities and programs to disadvantaged youth since 1961. Operating in the communities of El Cajon, Lakeside, La Mesa and Santee, the Clubs offer three full –service clubhouses with gymnasiums for children 5-10, and two Teen Centers in La Mesa and El Cajon designated for teens ages 11-18. Providing children with age appropriate activities, trained professional staff, state of the art computer labs; cool, clean, well maintained buildings and a safe, healthy atmosphere to learn and grow has been the ultimate goal of the Boys & Girls Clubs of East County. To learn more, please visit www.bgcec.org.

Rancho Mesa Attends Farmers Insurance Open With Sentry Insurance

Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa’s Sam Clayton, Jeremy Hoolihan, Kevin Howard, and Chase Hixson were the guest of Sentry Insurance company at the Farmers Insurance Open golf tournament played at Torrey Pines Golf Course on Friday January 25, 2019. 

Pictured from left to right: Sam Clayton; John Fischel, West Coast Regional Executive; Chase Hixson; Jeremy Hoolihan; Kevin Howard; and Nic Hernandez, West Coast Underwriting Manager for Sentry.

The unbelievable field of PGA Tour Professionals included Tiger Woods, Rory McIIroy, Ricky Fowler, Jason Day, and 2018 Fed Ex champion Justin Rose. Rose went on to win shooting -21 for the weekend!

“The golf, weather, fans, and spending time with one of our premier carrier partners was an amazing experience” said Sam Clayton, Vice President, Construction Group at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. is proud to partner with Sentry Insurance. They hand-picked Rancho Mesa as a business partner to grow their market share, due to Rancho Mesa’s expertise in the construction area.

About Sentry

Sentry Insurance started in 1904 and has grown to become one of the largest, and financially secure mutual insurance companies in the nation. They have recently opened their West Coast Regional office in Irvine, CA. At Sentry—because they are a mutual insurance company—their business is built on a foundation of service to their policyholders. Although they’ve grown and changed a lot over the past 110 years, one thing hasn’t changed. They still work to serve policyholders, and to help their clients’ businesses thrive. For more information, visit www.sentry.com.

Behind the Scenes with Rancho Mesa's Film Crew

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

We’re taking you behind the scenes of some of our most recent media projects. Rancho Mesa’s Media Communications department has been working to produce quality, informative and relevant videos.

Drew Garcia, Vice President, Landscape Group, at Rancho Mesa recently filmed the upcoming ExMod Webinar in the Rancho Mesa studio. The live viewing will be on October 4, 2018 at 8:30 am PST.

Sam Brown, Vice President, Human Services Group and Chase Hixson, Account Executive at Rancho Mesa co-hosted the “Understanding California’s New Class Codes and Rates” live webinar on Wednesday, September 26, 2018.

Daniel Frazee, Executive Vice President at Rancho Mesa recently spoke at an ICW Group event. He covered in detail the important role risk consultants can play in developing a strong relationship with employers.

These videos and many more are available in the video gallery or the Rancho Mesa Workshop & Webinar Video Library that is accessible through the Risk Management Center.

We hope you’ve have enjoyed a few behind the scenes pictures of our recent videos and look forward to many more to come.

Chase Hixson Speaks to Home Care Companies on Workers’ Compensation Issues

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa's Chase Hixson, Account Executive in the Human Services Group, spoke at the San Diego Regional Home Care Council General Meeting on Thursday, February 15th, 2018.  

The meeting's focus was insurance for home care companies. It was very productive as company owners and managers gathered to hear what insurance professionals had to say about the industry and its insurance challenges.

The discussion centered around risk management, including hiring practices, return-to-work programs, employee training, and fully utilizing carrier offerings. In addition, potential pitfalls with automobile coverage, theft of client’s property and what to look for when selecting a carrier were also discussed.

The San Diego Regional Home Care Council provides professional networking and education, while promoting standards of practice for the home care community.  

To learn more, contact Chase Hixson at (619) 438-6905.

Rancho Mesa Offers Specialized NonProfit Risk Management Center

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Image courtesy of The Nonprofit Risk Management Center

Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc., specializing in Nonprofit and Human Services since 1989, recently added The Nonprofit Risk Management Center, headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, to its already strong compliment of Nonprofit and Human Services risk management resources. This unique tool allows Rancho Mesa to identity its clients’ exposures within their individual missions and address potential shortcomings in existing risk management plans.

“The cost of an insurance claim to a nonprofit often extends beyond repairing property or medical bills”, notes Sam Brown, Vice President Human Services Group at Rancho Mesa.  “Exhausted employee capital, damage to decade’s worth of goodwill in the community, and the slowing of private donations can all happen in a matter of days. The Nonprofit Risk Management Center helps Rancho Mesa clients avoid claims and unforeseen costs.”

“We enable nonprofit leaders to identify and manage risks that threaten their missions and operations, while empowering them to leverage opportunities and take bold, mission-advancing risks,” according to NonprofitRisk.org.

Rancho Mesa now offers its clients the following resources:

• My Risk Assessment: Each question and answer module identifies risk, notes gaps, and offers specific advice.
• Risk Help: Unlimited risk management advice by phone or email,
• My Risk Management Policies: Online access to 100+ customizable risk management templates.
• My Risk Management Plan: Online access to customizable modules; includes employment practices, harm to clients, transportation, alcohol service policy, volunteer management and financial management.
• Webinar vault (150+ videos): Sample topics include Legal Risk, Financial Risk, and Children & Family Services

Please contact Sam Brown or Chase Hixson to learn how Rancho Mesa Insurance Services and the Nonprofit Risk Management Center can protect your organization’s interests.