Growth for Generations: Rancho Mesa Kicks Off for 2025

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

On Friday, January 10, 2025, the Rancho Mesa team gathered at ARLO Restaurant at the Town & Country in San Diego for its annual Kick-Off Meeting and lunch to reflect on the past year, acknowledge achievements, and set goals for 2025.

Employees enjoyed a delicious lunch and dessert while Rancho Mesa President Dave Garcia presented a summary of the 2024 year. Garcia acknowledged successful employee milestones, sales achievements and offered insight into the 2025 outlook.

Garcia also gave means for celebration as he elaborated on the construction of our Mission Valley office expansion, occupying the entire floor.

We appreciate our clients and partners who have supported Rancho Mesa the past year. We look forward to continuing creating growth for generations in 2025!

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Together We Blaze the Trail: Rancho Mesa Kicks Off for 2024

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

On Friday, January 12, 2024, the Rancho Mesa team gathered at Stone Brewery in Liberty Station for its annual Kick-Off Meeting and lunch to reflect on the past year, acknowledge achievements, and set goals for 2024.

Employees enjoyed a catered lunch and dessert while Rancho Mesa President Dave Garcia, presented a summary of the 2023 year. Garcia commended successful milestones in sales and offered insight into the state of the market.

To celebrate members of the team for their dedication to the company, Garcia revealed personalized Rancho Mesa baseball jerseys for employees who have been with the company for at least 5 years.

We look forward to the year ahead with our clients and partners, as we blaze the trail together!

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Client Spotlight: UCP San Diego Hosts 39th Annual Celebrity Waiters Luncheon

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

On Friday, September 23, 2022, United Cerebral Palsy Association of San Diego County (UCP) hosted their 39th Annual Celebrity Waiters Luncheon on Coronado Island, CA.

Rancho Mesa’s Dave Garcia, Lori Stone, Alyssa Burley, and Christina Haake were honored to attend as guests of Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies. San Diego firefighters, local TV personalities, sports mascots such as the Padre’s Swinging Friar, celebrities, Hollywood look-a-likes, and generous supporters helped raise over $62,000. The proceeds benefit UCP’s mission to assist people affected by cerebral palsy and other disabilities.

Rancho Mesa is excited to attend this event each year, and is a proud sponsor of UCP and its mission!

About United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego County
Since 1958, UCP is an agency committed to advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people affected by cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Working throughout the years to improve services with every step, UCP has program centers in San Diego and Escondido and numerous community based programs serving hundreds of local citizens on a daily basis. For more information, please visit www.ucpsd.org.

Uniting the Team: Rancho Mesa Announces Move to New Office

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

On Thursday, March 10th, the Rancho Mesa team gathered at the La Mesa Brigantine Seafood Restaurant to hear President Dave Garcia announce the company’s plan to move to a new office, located in Mission Valley.

Excitement flooded the room amid the appetizers and cocktails as Garcia outlined the long-awaited reuniting of the two offices into one space in April 2023.

“When I made the announcement I was blown away with the excitement I saw and felt from the group,” Garcia said. “They all have missed being together and can’t wait for next February when this becomes a reality.”

The presentation showed a video created by Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Alyssa Burley, which outlined the new features of the larger floor plan, one being the expansion of our safety and risk management network, StudioOne™. 

“I’m excited for the new office. We’re completely reimagining our StudioOne™ by incorporating new technology and improving its functionality. I can’t wait to see what the Media Communications and Client Services Group will accomplish in this new space,” Burley said.

The building includes a gym, outdoor seating area, and a rustic industrial interior. The location is also within walking distance of the Snapdragon Stadium, aka Aztec’s Stadium, where Rancho Mesa plans to hold meetings with clients in its box suit. 

The move marks an important goal achieved since 2019 when the team was divided into two offices. Garcia has worked hard since then to make the transition back into one office a reality.  

“I couldn’t be more excited to have everyone back together. This will not only enhance our abilities to serve our clients and their needs but allows our team to interact and grow on a daily basis,” Garcia said.

The presentation also featured words from Vice President Sam Clayton, and Account Manager Christina Haake who praised the work environment and employee opportunities Rancho Mesa offers.

“I was honored that he picked me to speak about the career opportunities that are offered here.  It's really incredible to see how much we’ve grown over the years, especially up to this point now that we're moving to such a bigger space,” Haake said. 

Rancho Mesa is thrilled to make this long anticipated announcement and looks forward to how it will benefit the company’s success as well as the clients we serve.

“Probably a little contrary to the current business climate as to the need for office space, we’ve taken the opposite position and are adding several thousand square feet to what we have now in two offices,” Garcia said.  “Everyone here believes very strongly that we will continue to grow at 15% a year and I for one am not about to doubt this amazing team and their abilities to make this happen.”

Video: Lead the Way in 2022

Rancho Mesa’s annual video highlighting the company’s theme for the year premiered at the company-wide virtual kick-off meeting on January 14, 2022.

Whether your organization’s specialty is building our community’s infrastructure or molding our communities’ character and well-being, Rancho Mesa is here to lead the way in 2022.

© Copyright 2022. Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. All rights reserved.

Transcript

Through our workers’ compensation Key Performance Indicator dashboard, we’ll provide the data and analysis your organization’s leadership needs to make informed business decisions.

Minimize the impact of workers’ compensation claims on your organization using our in-house claims advocacy service and ensure your employees get the care and respect they deserve throughout the process.

Our innovative technology platforms and personalized approach to risk management ensures you have the right tools and expertise when you need them.

Build confidence that your business is in compliance with the latest legislative requirements with our smart employee handbooks. Get personalized expert advice from live human resources professionals when you need help navigating the ever-changing labor market.

Our RM365 HRAdvantage™ portal is your one-stop-shop for managing your human resources.

Establish a safety culture with our Risk Management Center. Show your employees their well-being is most important to you and directly affects the overall health of the organization. 

Your dedicated client services coordinators will guide your team on a path to risk management, pointing out best practices along the way for generating OSHA logs, and implementing effective training programs.

Stay informed with StudioOne™, our safety and risk management network. Listen to interviews with industry leaders on your favorite podcast platform. Gain access to safety and risk management experts at our workshops and webinars. Tune in for on-demand video tutorials and training classes that fit your schedule.

Your Rancho Mesa team is here to walk you through managing your risks.

Join us, we’ll lead the way.

Developing solutions, building trust, protecting clients - one relationship at a time.

Client Spotlight: Annual Celebrity Waiters Luncheon Returns to Raise Funds for UCP San Diego

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

Coronado Island welcomed back San Diego firefighters, local TV personalities, Hollywood celebrities, look-a-likes, and caring patrons on Friday, September 24, 2021 to raise funds for United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego County (UCP) at the 38th Annual Firefighters & Friends Celebrity Waiters Luncheon.

Rancho Mesa’s Kim Vasquez, Lori Stone, Alyssa Burley, Sierra Stone, and Jack Marrs were gratified to attend as guests of Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies. The event was filled with live and silent auctions, generous tips and sponsorships that raised funds for the organization whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people affected by cerebral palsy and other disabilities.

Rancho Mesa is truly honored to have UCP San Diego as a client.

About United Cerebral Palsy of San Diego County

UCP is an agency committed to serving people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities and their families since 1958. Working throughout the years to improve services with every step, UCP has program centers in San Diego and Escondido and numerous community based programs serving hundreds of local citizens on a daily basis. For more information, visit www.ucpsd.org.

A Day at Petco Park

Rancho Mesa employees Daniel Frazee and Shane Medlin shared in a wonderful afternoon playing a new type of golf at The Links at Petco Park. Hosted by LISI Insurance’s Regional Sales Manager Tommy Gaffney, the foursome also included Stacy Moskowitz, Kaiser Permanente’s Senior Sales Executive.

The group immersed themselves in the nine-hole course which featured a combination of signature holes throughout the stadium. Golfers were escorted by their own dedicated caddy for the entirety of the course and finished their day on the Western Metal Rooftop, which was transformed into a socially distanced “clubhouse” with the opportunity to relax with additional food and beverages.

Safety Spotlight: Klausing Group Celebrates 3 Years of Outstanding Safety

Author, Emily Marasso, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa’s Vice President of the Landscape Group and Chairperson for the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Safety Committee Drew Garcia had the opportunity to congratulate Klausing Group for three years without a lost time accident.

For 12 seasons, 156 weeks, 1,095 days or 6,245 hours, Klausing Group was accident free.  That level of commitment to safety is hard to achieve in the landscape industry.

Klausing Group is a commercial landscape company located in Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky.  With over 20 years in business, they aren’t just focused on creating and maintaining landscapes, the group certifies and trains employees in the landscape industry and has become a leader in doing so.

Drew Garcia has been a Chairperson for the NALP Safety Committee for 4 years and champions companies to who take safety seriously.

“Nothing substitutes a strong safety culture.  You have to be about safety and talk about safety on a daily basis and obviously at Klausing Group, the safety culture is incredibly strong,” said Drew Garcia.

Rancho Mesa congratulates Klausing Group for their excellence in workplace safety.

RMI Sends Youngest Team Members Cookie Decorating Kits for Easter

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

Rancho Mesa sent their youngest team members cookie decorating kits to help spread some joy this Easter!

A smile was brought to faces of Rancho Mesa staff and kids as they had fun decorating their cookies with family.

This Spring, Rancho Mesa hopes you are able to connect with family and loved ones via video chatting, phone calls, and social distancing.

Rancho Mesa Sponsors Leaders Forum 2020

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

Rancho Mesa’s Drew Garcia, Vice President of the Landscape Group, and Dave Garcia, President & Chief Executive Officer, attended NALP’s Leaders Forum in Cabo San Lucas on January 21st to 26th. Rancho Mesa was a sponsor along with Caterpillar and John Deere.

“Once you have experienced this event you will become an annual attendee. The content and networking amongst industry greats is incredible,” said Drew Garcia.

On Friday morning of the event, Rancho Mesa unveiled their new video titled "Above and Beyond - Landscape." The video features Drew, explaining Rancho Mesa’s 2020 theme.

“We admire the complexity and professionalism the landscape industry stands for,” expressed Drew Garcia. “It was our hope that the video would demonstrate our appreciation for their work and our ambition to not only understand the risk, but provide tangible solutions to help support the direction the industry is headed. Based on some feedback after the movie played, I think our message was received. We are proud to be so engaged and committed.”

In attendance were Rancho Mesa partners, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Margaret Hartmann from Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC) and AXIS Insurance’s Associate Program Manger, Nakia Rawles and Executive Vice President & Head of U.S. Programs, John Tatum.

Mark you calendars for January 21-23, 2021 when Leaders Forum heads to Maui, Hawaii!

About NALP
The National Association of Landscape Professionals is the national trade association representing nearly 100,000 landscape industry professionals in the United States, with additional members in Canada and overseas. Member companies specialize in lawn care, landscape design and installation, landscape maintenance, tree care, irrigation and water management, and interior plantscaping. Members also include students, consultants, industry suppliers, state associations and affiliate members. For more information, visit www.landscapeprofessionals.org.

About BHHC
The Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies is a group of six insurance carriers that are part of the Berkshire Hathaway group of insurance companies. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with more than 40 years in business, BHHC has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast. For more information, visit www.bhhc.com.

About AXIS
AXIS Insurance Co. is a leading global specialty insurer and reinsurer, providing clients and distribution partners with a broad range of risk transfer products and services, backed by the exceptional financial strength and solid claims-paying ability of the AXIS insurance companies. They provide customized property, casualty, professional lines and other specialty coverage across the globe through wholesale and retail brokers, and managing general underwriters. To learn more, visit www.axiscapital.com.

Photos provided by NALP.