NALP's ELEVATE Conference Brings Landscape Industry Insights

Author, Megan Lockhart, Marketing & Media Communications Specialist, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

From Left: RMI Landscape Group VP Drew Garcia, BHHC Sr. VP Chief Marketing Officer Margaret Hatmann, and Loss Control Supervisor Steve Hamilton

From Left: RMI Account Executive Greg Garcia and RMI Landscape Group VP Drew Garcia, stand at RMI Booth

From Left: RMI Landscape Group VP Drew Garcia, RMI Account Executive Greg Garcia, BHHC Sr. VP Chief Marketing Officer Margaret Hatmann, and BHHC Loss Control Supervisor Steve Hamilton

On November 3-6, our Rancho Mesa team had spent time learning and networking at the National Association of Landscape Professionals 2024 ELEVATE Conference in Charlotte, NC.

RMI President David Garcia, Landscape Group Vice President Drew Garcia, and Account Executive Greg Garcia also enjoyed hosting clients and partners at our OneofOne© Reception prior to the conference.

Following the event, Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley sat down with Greg Garcia to recap NALP’s ELEVATE Conference and share important takeaways for the landscape industry.

New SafetyOne™ Toolbox Talks Added for the Land Care Industry

Author, Megan Lockhart, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

In Rancho Mesa’s continued efforts to meet the industry-specific needs of our clients, 52 new toolbox talks have been added to the SafetyOne™ platform, specific to landscape and lawn care.

The new library covers a vast range of topics such as poisonous plant awareness, chainsaw safety, mulch and soil handling safety, green waste disposal, and PPE use for landscape contractors.

The 52 new toolbox talks are available in both English and Spanish, and are intended to provide a years-worth of lessons for land care companies.

For instructions about accessing the library of land care-specific toolbox talks, view the steps in the FAQ section of the Rancho Mesa website. For further questions about SafetyOne, clients can reach out to their client technology coordinator.

Tree Care Specialist Rory Anderson Panelist During NIP Group Webinar

Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications & Client Services Specialist, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa's tree care expert Rory Anderson, alongside fellow industry peer Eric Petersen, were panelists during a recent informative webinar designed specifically for tree care professionals.

The webinar on April 6, 2023 was hosted by NIP Group, a carrier specializing in insurance coverage for the tree care and landscape industries. NIP Group has provided specialized coverage and risk control to the industries for more than 30 years. Rancho Mesa is proud to partner with them to provide our tree care and landscape clients with the best service possible.

During the webinar, Rory and Eric discussed coverages that tree care professionals should have, but might be missing.

"The tree care industry has unique risks that many general policies don't cover,” says Anderson. “It was an honor to be asked to speak on specific coverages and risk management practices for tree care professionals. It's exciting and fulfilling to continue to help the tree care industry."

Thank you NIP Group for hosting a beneficial forum for tree care industry professionals.

Garcia Brothers Attend LANDSCAPES 2021

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

Pictured left to right: Margaret Hartmann, Senior Vice President & Cheif Marketing Officer, Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies; and Greg Garcia, Account Executive of the Landscape Group, Rancho Mesa.

Rancho Mesa’s Landscape Group headed back to Louisville, Kentucky for LANDSCAPES 2021, the largest annual conference for the landscape and lawn care industry. Hosted by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP),  the event took place on October 19-22nd, during which landscape professionals were able to learn from industry leaders and connect with peers.

Rancho Mesa’s Vice President of the Landscape Group Drew Garcia, Account Executive Greg Garcia, and President Dave Garcia walked away with gained knowledge of industry techniques, challenges, new technologies, and best practices through peer-to-peer discussions and insightful seminars.

“This event is a great opportunity for Rancho Mesa to network with other landscape industry professionals, from software providers, manufacturers, contractors and other industry leaders,” says Drew. “It’s important for our team to remain in the loop on things impacting the industry so we can remain proactive for our customers and anticipate change before it becomes an issue. The education sessions offered by NALP are incredible, it’s a great chance to learn and prepare for the future.”

Also in attendance, were Rancho Mesa partners Margaret Hartmann, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer and Steve Hamilton, Loss Control Manager with Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies.

Pictured left to right: Greg Garcia, Account Executive of the Landscape Group, Rancho Mesa; Margaret Hartmann, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, BHHC; Steve Hamilton, Loss Control Manager, BHHC; and Drew Garcia, Landscape Group Leader, Rancho Mesa.

LANDSCAPES is held every October in Louisville, KY. We hope you mark your calendar to join us, next year, for another incredible event!

StudioOne™ Podcast Downloads Increase 745% in One Month

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

Rancho Mesa Insurance Services’ StudioOne™ Safety and Risk Management Podcast network broke 500 listens and continues to increase rapidly! The podcast surpassed a massive 745% increase in downloads and streams from April to May.

The podcast series not only addresses safety and risk management issues that can affect a business's bottom line, but covers topics such as the effects of COVID-19 on the insurance marketplace, new executive orders, industry specific best practices, and more!

Subscribe to the StudioOne™ Safety and Risk Management Network podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, or Spotify to never miss an episode!

To find the StudioOne™ podcast in any of the above apps on your mobile device, type in “StudioOne Safety and Risk” in the search box. You can also listen from your computer by visiting www.RanchoMesa.com/StudioOne or anchor.fm/ranchomesa.

Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa Welcomes Account Executive, Rory Anderson

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

Rancho Mesa Insurance Services is pleased to announce the hiring of Rory Anderson, an Account Executive in the Landscape Group.

Rory’s background in sales, marketing, and customer service make him an ideal fit for Rancho Mesa’s growing Landscape Group. He specializes in Risk Management for tree trimmers and landscape professionals.

Rory was born and raised in San Diego, and currently lives downtown in East Village with his Fiancé Alex and their golden retriever puppy, Asher. Rory grew up playing sports, surfing, and playing guitar – all of which he still loves to do in his free time. He also enjoys great food, so him and his Fiancé are always checking out new restaurants; and they are big Laker and Padre fans!

Rancho Mesa is excited to welcome Rory Anderson to the RMI team!