Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa Welcomes Eileen Rojas

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

Rancho Mesa is excited to introduce our newest Client Coordinator, Eileen Rojas.

She brings valuable experience, having served as a Customer Service Representative and Claims Specialist at Geico for three years, and gained ten years of customer service experience at Cox Communications and Spectrum.

Eileen was born and raised in San Diego. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, and exploring new restaurants and wineries, particularly those in Baja California.

Rancho Mesa is thrilled to have Eileen as part of the team!

Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa Welcomes Brittney Thompson

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

Rancho Mesa is excited to welcome the newest member of our team, Surety Client Coordinator Brittney Thompson.

As a licensed insurance professional with seven years of agency experience, Brittney brings a wealth of knowledge in customer service and claims handling to her new role.

Brittney, born and raised in California, graduated from San Diego State University in 2016 with a degree in sociology. She adores animals and shares her home with two chickens, a tortoise, and two dogs. On weekends, you'll often find her at the San Diego Zoo with her husband and son. She enjoys karaoke and live music, and she plans her travels around concerts she wants to see throughout the year.

Rancho Mesa is fortunate to have Brittney’s extensive insurance expertise as part of our team!

Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa’s Andy Roberts Appointed President of SASD

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

Surety Account Executive Andy Roberts was appointed President of the Board of Directors for the Surety Association of San Diego (SASD) as of 2024, an impressive leadership position.

The Surety Association of San Diego is an organization that aims to support members, educate the community, and impact legislation relating to the surety industry. SASD promotes the benefits of corporate suretyship and actively strives to improve its business conditions and practices.

Roberts has over a decade of experience in both the insurance and surety industries. He previously held the position of Treasurer for the organization's board.

“This opportunity to be President of the Surety Association is something I’m very excited about as it represents an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within this wonderful industry,” Roberts said.     

Rancho Mesa commends Roberts on his leadership accomplishment, making a positive impact within the surety industry.

Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa Welcomes Alex Torres to the Team

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

Rancho Mesa is pleased to welcome its newest member to the team, Alex Torres, as Administrative Assistant and Certician©.

Alex will handle certificates of insurance as well as maintain administrative assistant duties at the front desk. Her career experience in administrative, billing, and receptionist roles makes her a valuable asset to the team.  

Alex was born and raised in San Diego. She spends her weekends cheering on her three children at their soccer tournaments and cooking with her family. Alex also enjoys traveling, dancing, and watching movies.

Rancho Mesa is excited for Alex’s future at the company.

Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa Welcome Diana Venegas as Client Coordinator

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

In our continued growth as a team, Rancho Mesa would like to welcome its newest addition, Diana Venegas, as client coordinator.

Diana’s experience in business administration and billing has given her strong customer service, communication, and technical skills vital to the client coordinator role.

Born and raised in San Diego, Diana enjoys spending her free time creating memories with her three children, cooking and spending quality time with her family and loved ones.

Rancho Mesa is excited to be expanding its client coordinator team with valuable members like Diana and we look forward to her future at the company.

Employee Spotlight: Whitney Chiriboga Attains MLIS Designation

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

Rancho Mesa is proud to announce that Assisant Client Manager Whitney Chiriboga has earned the Management Liability Insurance Specialist (MLIS) designation.

The MLIS program is designed to equip insurance professionals with a comprehensive understanding of management liability exposures and insurance coverage. The program provides Whitney with fundamental knowledge in areas such as professional liability insurance, directors and officers (D&O) liability, employment practices liability (EPL), and fiduciary liability exposures and insurance.

This accomplishment reflects Whitney's dedication to enhancing her expertise and better serving her clients, particularly in the human services and nonprofit sector.

Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa Grows with Newest Addition Brenda Khalil

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

Rancho Mesa is excited to announce the newest member of our team, Client Coordinator Brenda Khalil.

Brenda brings with her over 15 years of experience in various office administrative roles, more recently as an accounting/bookkeeping associate. She has also worked as the Education & Customer Relations Coordinator at an animal sanctuary.

As a San Diego native and the youngest of seven children, Brenda has a love for spending time with family and friends. She has a passion for the outdoors, enjoying activates such as hiking, camping, and exploring new towns. Additionally, Brenda has an enthusiasm for trying new restaurants and sharing her own culinary creations with others.

Rancho Mesa is fortunate to have Brenda’s diverse experiences and vibrant personality on the team. Welcome to the Rancho Mesa family, Brenda!

Rancho Mesa Expands Ownership Welcoming Four New Partners

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

Rancho Mesa is excited to introduce its newest partners to the ownership team, Account Executive Jeremy Hoolihan, Account Executive Kevin Howard, Accounting Manager & Office Administrator Lori Stone, and Media Communications & Client Services Manager Alyssa Burley. These individuals have been offered ownership stakes in recognition of their contributions and dedication to Rancho Mesa’s success.

Unlike traditional practices that limit ownership to account executives, Rancho Mesa has extended this opportunity to key support staff members, acknowledging success is a collaborative effort that involves contributions from every department.

"I’m so excited to welcome Jeremy, Kevin, Alyssa and Lori as new partners. This obviously represents how much they have all meant to the business success of Rancho Mesa but also just what amazing people they all are. They are not just business partners to me but, most importantly, friendships I cherish." said Dave Garcia, President of Rancho Mesa.

Rancho Mesa's commitment to recognizing achievements at all levels not only celebrates its team members' accomplishments but also signifies a commitment to promoting a workplace where every individual, regardless of their role, is empowered to contribute to the company's overall success.

Employee Spotlight: Becky Diaz Joins Client Coordinator Team

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

Becky Diaz has joined Rancho Mesa’s growing team as a Client Coordinator. Becky brings with her seven years of general office administrative experience, with a specialty in accounts payable. Most recently she was a client support specialist at a benefits and enrollment company in San Diego.

Currently pursuing Associate Degrees in Sociology and Communication Studies at San Diego Mesa College, Becky demonstrates a commitment to learning and personal development.

Becky is a San Diego native. Outside of the office, she enjoys cooking and spending time with her family and dog, Simba.

Becky's enthusiasm, paired with her diverse skill set, make her a valuable asset to the Rancho Mesa team.

Employee Spotlight: Jack Marrs Elevates His Insurance Expertise with MLIS Designation

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

Jack Marrs, an Associate Account Executive specializing in the Human Services sector at Rancho Mesa, has earned the Management Liability Insurance Specialist (MLIS) designation. The MLIS program equips professionals like Jack with a comprehensive understanding of management liability exposures and insurance coverage.

Completion of this program signifies proficiency in the fundamentals of professional liability insurance, directors and officers (D&O) liability, employment practices liability (EPL), and fiduciary liability exposures and insurance. Jack's achievement shows his dedication to providing top-notch service to his clients and reinforces Rancho Mesa's commitment to developing its team.

With the MLIS designation in hand, Jack is better positioned to advise and protect the interests of the organizations he serves.