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Ashley RiceRisk Wrangler
Ashley Rice
Risk Wrangler
On the outside, Ashley is a true Colorado girl- loves sunshine, the mountains, and is an avid sports enthusiast. (Who doesn’t like to watch the Broncos and play a round of golf?) On the inside, however, Ashley is an insurance nerd through and through. Having worked in commercial claims and underwriting for over six years, Ashley geeks out when analyzing policy forms and talking to customers about their insurance needs. She loves a challenge, and is excited to be part of the Scottish American family. Let's Dance!
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Alexandra CullenProducer/Underwriter
Alexandra Cullen
Producer/Underwriter
Alex joins Scottish America with 10 years of insurance experience. She's spent time in the both the California & London Marketplace learning all facets of the commercial insurance world both in broking & underwriting and loves it, and is not embarrassed to admit she's an Insurance Geek! Alex is an avid music fan & is looking forward to the day the Philly Eagles make the Superbowl!
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Alison RomeroRisk Taker
Alison Romero
Risk Taker
Alison grew up in the San Diego area and attended college at UC Santa Barbara. She began her insurance career on the carrier side and in 2015 she joined the Scottish American team as a Commercial Lines Underwriter. Alison enjoys hiking, going to the beach, and spending time with her husband and son.
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Allan DavisHot Rockin' Underwriter Extraordinaire
Allan Davis
Hot Rockin' Underwriter Extraordinaire
Allan is a rock musician by night and a commercial insurance broker/underwriter by day. He plays in a Scorpions and Judas Priest tribute bands. When not writing insurance or playing guitar, you might find him on a golf course, having a drink with friends or hanging with his super cool wife and dogs. He's been in the insurance industry for 30 years and he's excited to bring his knowledge and skills to Scottish American.
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Amanda TranMission Control
Amanda Tran
Mission Control
Amanda joined Scottish American in May of 2014 to master the art of transferring risk and producing business. Outside of insurance, Amanda enjoys anything involving food, IPAs, and live-music events (not necessarily all at once, but that would be ideal).
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Anthony CardonaHand of the Underwriters
Anthony Cardona
Hand of the Underwriters
Coffee, dark beer, Game of Thrones, gaming, my dog.
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Anthony ClarkAssistant
Anthony Clark
Assistant
Anthony has been in insurance for about 7 years (wholesale). He started entering policies and now does anything from customer service, quoting and binding.
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Anthony SunseriSolution Strategist
Anthony Sunseri
Solution Strategist
Anthony Sunseri joined Yates & Associates as a Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter/Broker in April, 2012. With 10 years experience in insurance product sales, applying a strong expertise in agency development and contractors insurance underwriting, Anthony is a welcome addition to the underwriting team at Yates. When Anthony is not busy chasing around his two year old son or spending time with his lovely wife, you will find him browsing Best Buy for the latest gadgets.
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Arjan MulajAgent 007
Arjan Mulaj
Agent 007
Arjan is a New York City native and attended college at the University of Vermont. Eager to start his career in insurance underwriting, he has made the jump from real estate to Scottish American, and hasn’t looked back. When away from the office, Arjan enjoys practicing his James Bond impressions, listening to Warren Buffet interviews, and traveling throughout the five boroughs.
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B. Louis FrenkelBean Behaviorist
B. Louis Frenkel
Bean Behaviorist
"Teamwork. I do a lot of teamwork." Not only a notable quotable of the one and only Fred Jones of Mystery Incorporated but also the personal mantra of B. Louis Frenkel MBA, CPA and all around swell guy. When he is not making sure the beans are behaving as they do get out of sorts now and again he can be found reading a book, on the Long Beach boardwalk, rooting on his beloved Illini, or at the dojo... WAAAAA
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Barbara KelleyUnderwriter
Barbara Kelley
Underwriter
Born,raised, educated in Providence RI 1st insurance job: EA Kelley Co in Providence RI: filing, phones, coffee making and learning underwriting. skip ahead 35 years: much more underwriting, still making the coffee. Steady focused work ethic, health/fitness enthusiast, sports & news junkie, a bit OCD.
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Barbara PlacanicaProducer
Barbara Placanica
Producer
Barbara Placanica is a Producer in the Personal Lines Department with many years of experience. She is witty, funny and has NO choice but to share her Healthy snacks with her co-workers. Just go to Barbara with a plate and you can fill up. Barbara loves traveling and also loves spending quality time with her grandchildren. Barbara would one day love to sell insurance in the Caribbean market with a drink by her side.
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Beverly WynneFarm & Ranch Underwriter
Beverly Wynne
Farm & Ranch Underwriter
I have been in the insurance industry for 17 years. I am a farm & ranch underwriter ; always helping agents and giving the best premium possible.
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Brandon FleshmanMidnight Binder
Brandon Fleshman
Midnight Binder
I was born in Van Nuys, CA and raised in Ohio until the young age of 18. I decided to head West for that "California Gold" and packed up my belongings and graduated from Long Beach State University. I took a job as the Ladies Shoe Manager with Nordstrom and moved to the San Francisco Bay Area. I sold a nice lady some shoes one day and she was an Underwriting Manager for a major insurance company. She asked me if i would like to apply for a trainee position and the rest is history!
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Brent WrightProducer
Brent Wright
Producer
I was born into insurance. My mom has been in the industry for over 25 years on the retail side so naturally I would fall into the trap at some point. I began my insurance journey on the retail side right out of college and after 2 long years decided the wholesale side might be more suited for me. I have been on the MGA side since 2006. I once was pretty active, but now I spend all my free time attending/coaching my 3 kids in their various endeavors.
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Bryan TranMission Control
Bryan Tran
Mission Control
Bryan has four years of insurance experience, first in mental health insurance and then working for wholesalers. When he's not sitting in front of a computer, Bryan enjoys reading, playing video games, and shooting his bow and arrow.
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Bryant VelasquezClaims-Jedi
Bryant Velasquez
Claims-Jedi
Bryant Velazquez works in the Claims Department. Being a family man he enjoys riding dirt bikes and going on off-roading trips with his entire family. In his down time you could find him perfecting his hopscotch,and partaking in tea parties with his two beautiful daughters. He cheers for the Cowboys and Lakers! He’s a big UFC fan.
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Caleb WhitehouseMaster of Solutions
Caleb Whitehouse
Master of Solutions
Caleb is celebrating almost 20 years in the insurance industry. When he's not quoting up a storm he's hiking with wife (Gina), playing Legos with his Kids (Abigail and James) or rocking out with the band at church on Sunday Mornings.
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Carl ThompsonUnagi Master
Carl Thompson
Unagi Master
Carl joined us in early 2017 after spending 6 years in the industry focusing mainly on contractors and real estate. He loves to build new relationships with agents, golfing with agents and showing them what reliability is about. Carl is a big Dallas Cowboy and San Antonio Spurs fan. He also hates that Dallas does not show many Spurs games, but you can't win them all...but the Spurs can :). Carl has two young kids, boy and girl, that keep him on his toes. He coaches his son's soccer team and tries to prevent his daughter from shopping like her mother. Carl and his family are excited to join the Scottish American family, but even more excited to work with all of his agents again.
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Cathy CooperMission Control
Cathy Cooper
Mission Control
How many Crafty, Polish and Smart people do you know? "1" and that's Me! I have worked under Yates & Associates now Scottish American sense 1992: There have been many people along the years but as a "player agent" I enjoy meeting the needs of our customers request. Most of our agents have worked with me sense the early 90's and I treasure there conversations, shared history and humor. Having an appreciation for claims and loss runs - you think you have the most unusual claim and then one more surprising comes after it. It is a treat to work with all our company representatives and to learn all the different ways of working with SLA in each State. I take pleasure in caring for others at work, home and on a social basis.
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Chase PledgerThe Accommodater
Chase Pledger
The Accommodater
I am 24 years old, love sports and video games, and have a dog, Gatsby. I am excited to be here.
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Chase ShearonMaster of Marketing
Chase Shearon
Master of Marketing
Married to my wife, hanna for 8 years and we have a 11 month old son, Crosby. i love movies, music, and Razorbacks. been in insurance for 11 years. top 3 movies are good will hunting, beautiful mind, and casino. top bands/musical artists are red hot chili peppers, Beatles, and anything motown.
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Chris EgoavilThe Numbers Guy - Senior Financial Analyst
Chris Egoavil
The Numbers Guy - Senior Financial Analyst
Chris brings 8+ years of management, consulting and finance experience to the team. He was born in Iceland, raised in a military household and holds a Bachelor of Business Degree in Management Information Systems. When he is not crunching numbers or digging through data, he is spending time with his wife, newborn son and dog Lucy. Completed bucket list items include traveling to Japan and skydiving; He also enjoys the outdoors, reading and working on his golf game.
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Christine FaberThe Gold Standard
Christine Faber
The Gold Standard
Hailing from the hot Arizona desert, Christine has been in insurance for over 15 years. When she isn't building insurance solutions, you can find her (or maybe not find her) backpacking through third world countries, getting muddy in obstacle course races, and rocking out to old school punk rock. Living life in the name of love, fun and science!
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Christine MolinaBeastmode
Christine Molina
Beastmode
Christine graduated from Cal State University Fullerton in 2010 with a B.A. in Communications. She was captured by the insurance world in early 2011. She has discovered a great interest in the Professional Lines sector and enjoys a good challenge of finding a home for all risks submitted. She is happily married and is supermom to two beautiful girls- don’t get her started on talking about them unless you plan on staying awhile...they’re her favorite topic of conversation after all. In the very little spare time left after tending to all her grown up responsibilities, you can find her shopping (her second favorite topic, naturally), spending quality time with the family, diving into crafty projects, getting her fix at the coffee shop and recently, traveling to wherever the wind takes her..
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Cullen PledgerMaster of Coin
Cullen Pledger
Master of Coin
When I'm not at work I enjoy watching sports, reading new books or playing video games. I have a dog named Drogo, named after Khal Drogo from Game of Thrones. Connoisseur of toilet paper.
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Dana FeslerUnderwriter - Roseville
Dana Fesler
Underwriter - Roseville
Dana joined Yates as an Associate and has been working in the insurance industry for the last three years. She has studied English Literature and Classics at university and enjoys running, reading, and spending time with her Husband.
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Daniel (Danny) GindenChief EVERYTHING Officer / Team Leader / Senior Producer
Daniel (Danny) Ginden
Chief EVERYTHING Officer / Team Leader / Senior Producer
Danny has been in the insurance industry for over 15 years and has experience as a retail agent, wholesale broker, and MGA. When he is not working, Danny is a competitive highland games athlete, Elite level powerlifter, and a coach to his two son's sports teams. He also enjoys spending time with his wife Justine and his bulldog Rosie.
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Danielle GutierrezProducer
Danielle Gutierrez
Producer
Danielle has 14 years experience in the insurance industry. She would love to spend her days on the beaches of the Dominican Republic but unfortunately she would burn and look like a lobster! She is a wife and mother of three who enjoys spending time with her family and just having some plain old fun.
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David YooUnderwriter/Producer - Risk Taker
David Yoo
Underwriter/Producer - Risk Taker
David began his insurance career in 2014 while working for a MGA. He loves taking on new challenges at work and is excited to be a part of Scottish American. In his free time, he enjoys spending quality time with his family and friends, eating good food with a nice cold stout.
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Deashawn GoddardOfficial Underwriter
Deashawn Goddard
Official Underwriter
Deashawn started in the insurance industry on the carrier side over seven years ago writing umbrella policies. He's written so many excess policies, he's able to recite SIC codes in his sleep. Throughout the years he has built relationships with many retailers and wholesalers as a marketing manager. In his free time, he enjoys watching television, running, and working out.
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Diane MattssonBean Counter
Diane Mattsson
Bean Counter
Diane came to BBA when she was in high school and worked just about every job in the office. She continued to work through college and landed in the accounting department which was perfect for her talents. She is extremely well organized and handles all challenges with grace and speed.
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Eberardo (Barney) TretoThe Facilitator
Eberardo (Barney) Treto
The Facilitator
Eberardo Treto, aka Barney, has been with the company since 2002. Always eager to learn, he has explored different positions within the company and is currently an Underwriting Assistant for the Long Island team. He spends his free time searching for the next big adventure; whether it’s trying new food or even crowd surfing at a concert. He also considers himself a theme park, music, and movie enthusiast, but that’s just him. With his humor and knowledge he will be looking forward to working with you.
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Eileen McCannGatekeeper to Awesomeness
Eileen McCann
Gatekeeper to Awesomeness
Eileen has been working for BBA/Scottish American for 5 years. Aside from Gatekeeping Awesomeness, her primary duties include support to Personal/Commercial lines and Accounting, i.e. inputting & processing cancellations & reinstatements, Sending policies and finance agreements. A native of Staten Island, Eileen is happiest when spending time with her husband Pete and their twin daughters Grace & Maggie.
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Elie SalloumMission Control
Elie Salloum
Mission Control
Elie is from Orange, CA. He has a Bachelor's Degree from California State University, Fullerton where he studied Business Administration in Finance. He enjoys going to the gym, and also having a good time in general. He is a hard and dedicated worker who excels in everything he does. Elie is a friendly and helpful person.
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Eric PiperSolutions Architect
Eric Piper
Solutions Architect
Eric is a passionate family-man and sports enthusiast. He met his wonderful wife, Jessie, at Baylor University and they have two beautiful girls together. If he isn't producing, he is probably playing at a park with his family. His Diverse background gives him the ability to wear any hat needed to get the job done. He is driven to provide the highest level of customer service and loves delivering solutions.
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Evelyn San PedroProduction Queen of Negotiations
Evelyn San Pedro
Production Queen of Negotiations
I am a team player and an optimistic with 15 years experience in the insurance industry. I love to cheer my team members and also consider myself a firefighter, when there is fire I figure out a way with my team to extinguish the problem keeping our customers happy and finding solutions for their clients, which also brings out my creativity and negotiation skills. On my free time, I love spending time with my hubby and 2 boys, we like going out to eat, going to the movies and have fun times together. I am a dancer at heart, I do Zumba and exercise on a regular basis, it's my stress relief. I also love traveling and exploring new places.
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Felipe MooAssistant Underwriter
Felipe Moo
Assistant Underwriter
My name is Felipe. I am brand new to the field of Insurance and excited to start. On my off time I like to spend it fishing, hiking and bike riding with my dog.
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Hana McCownWheel Woman
Hana McCown
Wheel Woman
Hana is new to the industry, but eager to start her career with this incredible company. She may be young and new to the game, but she joins the team with over 10 years of customer service experience. Being outdoors exploring and adventuring, spending quality time with her tribe, planting & gardening are just a few of Hana’s favorite things. She also enjoys cooking, all things Disney, and a delicious draft beer.
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Harry ChunUnderwriting Assistant
Harry Chun
Underwriting Assistant
Harry is a Yankees fan and a hip-hop enthusiast from Queens. He started his insurance career in January 2017 and hasn’t looked back since. He loves his job and is eager to learn and make new connections every day. Outside of work, Harry enjoys traveling and drinking craft beer with friends.
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Heather ParkhurstSolution Specialist
Heather Parkhurst
Solution Specialist
Heather has recently joined Scottish American as a commercial lines underwriter/broker. She has been in the industry for over 6 years and is definitely an insurance fanatic; always looking for better coverage and lower premiums for her agents. In her past life, she was a bartender and roller derby girl so she knows how to play hard, but works even harder. Most of her time is spent cranking out quotes in the office, but she loves relaxing at the beach or the golf course on the weekends.
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Jaime GalvezBean Counter
Jaime Galvez
Bean Counter
New addition to the Scottish (Mexican) American Family. Jaime is an adventurous dude who enjoys the outdoors. A Die Hard Angels and Cowboys Fan! Loves to pop'off a few rounds at the shooting range. Ready to take on any challenge! Loves the phrase "I'd rather be fishing".
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James BrownThe Voice
James Brown
The Voice
James got involved with Scottish American in 2011, following his retirement from professional rugby and coaching in the UK. Residing in Dallas he often has to repeat himself due to speaking in a strange accent, so he mainly deals with Lloyds to feel at home. A born again Dallas Cowboys, queso, and Tex-Mex fan.
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James GorgaHydration Manager - Assistant Underwriter
James Gorga
Hydration Manager - Assistant Underwriter
My name's James, I enjoy the outdoors and travelling. Fastest Loss Runs processor this side of the Mississippi.
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Jasmine Olea AcunaCompliance
Jasmine Olea Acuna
Compliance
Jasmine is very excited to be a new member of the Sottish American family. She is new to the insurance industry but is very eager to learn everything there is to it. She is very adventurous and has traveled almost all over Europe. On her spare time she enjoys cooking, bowling, weekend road trips, going to the beach, and traveling to Catalina Island with her husband.
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Jason PollardUnderwriting QB
Jason Pollard
Underwriting QB
I am a big sports fan, Arkansas Razorbacks, St. Louis Cardinals, & Green Bay Packers. Top 3 favorite TV shows all time would be, Breaking Bad, Game of Thrones, & Walking Dead. I have a wonderful wife named Laura and a wonderful 4 year old daughter named Kenley. I have been an underwriter in the insurance industry for 10 years.
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Jeffrey VanCleaveExperiment 901 - Assistant Producer/Underwriter
Jeffrey VanCleave
Experiment 901 - Assistant Producer/Underwriter
Hello! I’m a southern gentleman Memphis, TN native that moved to the great wide world of the Northeast in Voorhees, NJ. Just doing my thing and making moves along the way. #901takeson856 I’m completely new to insurance as a whole but excited to learn and develop in this new career path that I’m on and looking forward to the journey and challenges ahead! Excited to be apart of Scottish American!
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Jessie MejiaMission Control - Accounting
Jessie Mejia
Mission Control - Accounting
Jessie has been a part of the Yates team for over 7 years. She enjoys working in our accounting department. Apparently on her free time she loves to clean her home (really?)& enjoy eating frozen yogurt!! Spending as much time with my family is really important…..as pretty soon I will be having my own little bundle of joy (looks less ‘little’ and more full sized bowling bowl to us)!
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Jim TripoloneGrand Poo-Bah of Insurance
Jim Tripolone
Grand Poo-Bah of Insurance
The "Grand Poo-Bah of Insurance" at Scottish American Risk Services. Jim has been in the insurance industry for 11 years and has held nearly every position; from underwriting to owning his own firm. He specializes in creating streamlined insurance solutions for complex and high-hazard organizations; including Sports & Fitness, Habitation, Construction, and Manufacturing.
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Jimmy CollyerBindosaur Hunter
Jimmy Collyer
Bindosaur Hunter
Jimmy left his auto claims cubicle to join us here and never looked back. You can find him looking for the best slice of pizza. He’ll tell anyone who will listen how great his favorite sports teams will be this season. (Hint: they won’t be!) Keep him busy he’d much rather write insurance than suffer through another late season meltdown!
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John FantiAssistant
John Fanti
Assistant
John is a young gun in the insurance industry. On top of pursuing a career in insurance he is currently working on his Bachelor's degree in school psychology at Mercy College. He is an avid sports fan who loves music and is big into fitness. When he is not on the monday-friday work grind or when his nose isn't stuck in the books, he can be found outdoors hiking, playing softball or golfing.
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Jon UyeyamaInsurance Strategist
Jon Uyeyama
Insurance Strategist
Jon has been an accomplished underwriter for 8.5 years. When he’s not dreaming of CGL forms, he enjoys buzzing around California on his motorcycle, hiking, skiing and working out. He’s an avid baseball and football fan and looks forward to challenging you in a game of golf! Jon is indeed a Youngster and a Funster!
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Jon Van CleaveMaster of Wheels
Jon Van Cleave
Master of Wheels
Loving life in Arkansas. Huge sports fan, GO CUBS, BRONCOS & ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS. Enjoy fishing, Poker and playing basketball Quote " I'm a man I'm 40" Mike Gundy
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Jonah TuckerCommercial Lines Associate Underwriter
Jonah Tucker
Commercial Lines Associate Underwriter
Jonah has several years of insurance experience on the retail side and joined ScotAm in July 2017 in the hopes of one day becoming an Underwriter. When he's not working in insurance he spends his time coaching wrestling and Olympic weightlifting at the local high school. Along with sports he enjoys the outdoors and nerding out.
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Jordan KaplanRisk Placement Specialist
Jordan Kaplan
Risk Placement Specialist
Jordan started his insurance career back in 2010 and has grown into a very strong producer over the years. He loves meeting with new clients or taking existing clients out for a round at his favorite golf course or to some of this favorite restaurants. On his down time Jordan helps one of his good friends with his website development company.
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Joseph MarxInsurance Mastermind
Joseph Marx
Insurance Mastermind
Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives. Choice, not chance, determines your destiny." (Aristotle).
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Josephine AntenucciMission Control - E&S
Josephine Antenucci
Mission Control - E&S
Josephine started in insurance 10 years ago in the Personal lines and has worked primarily with Scottsdale during that time. In her spare time, she likes to play games on her computer and spend time with her husband and children. She enjoys visiting the casino in Atlantic City NJ.
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Josh MesterProducer
Josh Mester
Producer
Josh is new to the Scottish American team but not to insurance. He comes to us with 10 years of underwriting experience. As a hobby he loves to be outdoors playing with nature. His pride and joy is his family which is most important.
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Josh TaylorUnderwriting Jedi
Josh Taylor
Underwriting Jedi
Josh entered the insurance industry in 2003 and worked every position from receptionist to vice president. Although he says “dude” more than any one person should, don’t be deceived about his approach or ability to craft a policy to meet a client’s needs. He is an insurance nerd, often found late at night to be reviewing insurance forms, regulations, and quotes only to be awakened at 3am by nightmares about deductibles and exclusions. Underwriting and providing superior service are things he is passionate about. So is finding deals on Amazon. And the Dallas Cowboys. His family even has a dog named Romo. But what he lives for is spending time with his awesome family. Josh’s idea of a perfect day would consist of waking up to a sweet bind order, hours of fishing with his wife and 4 boys, and then a Dallas Cowboys win which would give him an excuse to make a celebratory Amazon purchase. Oh, and his wife is an insurance nerd too, so don’t make dinner plans with them unless you are either an insurance nerd as well or want to be extremely bored by the table talk.
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Juan SaucedaProducer
Juan Sauceda
Producer
From Mexico with love, Juan worked in the food industry, starting as a prep in a fancy Mexican restaurant in Soho, and moving up every position at various high and low end bars and restaurants for 10 years, before moving to the insurance business. That's why he only offers the best costumer service, and has learned to laugh and take work, not himself seriously. He loves traveling with his wife, motorcycles, food, shoes, and his friends think he's a beer snob. Go ahead, exchange a binder for a beer with him.
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Judy SonnierPersonal Lines Producer
Judy Sonnier
Personal Lines Producer
I started my insurance career over 30 years ago on the independent agency side. In July 2017, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to join Scottish American. I am married with three daughters and was recently blessed with a son-in-law! I love being outdoors, chilling and grilling with my hubby, gardening and shopping with my girls!
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Julia SaucedaProducer
Julia Sauceda
Producer
Julia recently joined the BBA team this March after previously working with an excess/surplus lines wholesaler in NYC. She enjoys traveling the world and hopes to live abroad part time in Mexico one day soon. Some of her favorite things do do include taking her Italian Greyhounds for long walks, cooking with her husband while drinking red wine, tackling tough cake recipes, practicing her Spanish, and doing at home Pilates workouts. She also loves binders:)
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Kailey SappRockstar of Renewals
Kailey Sapp
Rockstar of Renewals
Kailey Sapp had been with FHB Insurance approximately six years before partnering with Scottish American. She started with FHB Insurance as a part time special projects assistant. Later, she was moved into the position of underwriting assistant, and has experience in both residential and commercial insurance. She is currently a renewal underwriter who is also attending Florida State University majoring in Chemistry. Her hope is to work as a forensic analyst upon graduation. When she’s not working or in school, she enjoys playing guitar, hiking, painting, yoga, riding roller coasters, and extreme sports.
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Karisa ParraProducer Assistant
Karisa Parra
Producer Assistant
I was born and raised in New Mexico and I’m a self-proclaimed insurance nerd. I have experience working in both an independent retail agency and a wholesale brokerage. I enjoy spending time with family, getting lost in a good TV show, and exploring the world whenever I get the chance.
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Katie AmickMaestro of Mayhem
Katie Amick
Maestro of Mayhem
Katie was born and raised in Chicago. She attended Eastern Illinois University where she received her Bachelor’s in Business Marketing and then RAN for the west coast. She spent sometime in Los Angeles before migrating north to San Francisco where she began her insurance career 2009. When she’s not busy cheering on her Cubbies, she enjoys exploring the mountains of Colorado, country concerts and hanging out with her nieces and nephews. She's thrilled to have opened the new Colorado office in 2019 and can't wait to see what adventures Colorado has to offer!
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Kaylah RitchieAssistant Underwriter
Kaylah Ritchie
Assistant Underwriter
Hi I'm Kaylah, I am excited to join the Scottish American team. I started on the retail side of commercial insurance. I have young daughter who is my motivation and keeps me busy! When I have down time I like to go trail running, anything fitness related or enjoy a night out with friends and go dancing.
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Kelly SpiveyAccounting Alchemist
Kelly Spivey
Accounting Alchemist
Kelly has worked in technical accounting, budgeting, and project management for over ten years, and she feels ready for any accounting or finance adventure. When not working, Kelly loves traveling, reading and helping the homeless her community. She is very excited about joining the Scottish American family.
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Kevin ChungAssistant Underwriter
Kevin Chung
Assistant Underwriter
Kevin began his insurance career in June 2016, and is excited to be a part of the Scottish American family. He loves to socialize and take on new challenges. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys watching/playing all sports, traveling just to snowboard, watching The Office, and going to karaoke while drinking a nice cold beer.
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Kevin LunaLogistics
Kevin Luna
Logistics
Kevin is excited to be a new member of the Scottish American family! He is a very adventurous individual who loves to travel and try foods from all cultures. A die hard broncos fan, he also enjoys playing sports and staying active during his free time.
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Kim Garlock
Kim Garlock
I earned my bachelors degree in Mathematics with a concentration in Actuarial Science from Lock Haven University. I decided to give underwriting a try when I stumbled across the Scottish American position while job shopping and I am very excited to get my career started here. I enjoy going to Atlanta Braves baseball games and finding new outdoor places to adventure through!
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Kim McGeeProducer
Kim McGee
Producer
I have an Associates Degree in Business and I have been employed with SSGA since 1984. I have 2 children, Jessica, 23 and Lucas, 18. I enjoy reading, movies and shopping but I love hanging out with my kids, the beach and Mexican food!
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Kimberly ShanksMission Control
Kimberly Shanks
Mission Control
Kimberlee has been with Yates since 2012. Starting as the receptionist, then in 5 short months moved on up to the accounting department. When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with Family and Friends. It would not be surprising to find her at the local Starbucks (she is a coffee fiend!), grabbing an Iced Caramel Machiatto (Upside down). She Loves the color Red and loves a wide Variety of Music.
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Kindra HunterThe Don of the Rockies
Kindra Hunter
The Don of the Rockies
Kindra grew up in Colorado and her heart will always be in the mountains! She loves to hike, bike, camp and ski and is always planning another adventure with her husband and the pups. With a background and degree in hospitality, she found more similarities in the insurance industry than she could have imagined. She started her career at her dad's agency and quickly realized how much she enjoyed it! Helping agents succeed and creating relationships pushes her to work hard and never stop learning.
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Kristin MillerCat Lady of Casualty
Kristin Miller
Cat Lady of Casualty
Kristin has over 8 years of experience in the insurance industry, most of these spent in E&S. When not at work she can usually be found spending time with her daughter at the zoo, aquarium, local park or at home cuddled up with the cats (Rocky and Ella) watching Netflix. She enjoys traveling and hopes to cross Australia and New Zealand off of her bucket list!
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Larry McCartneyTeam Leader
Larry McCartney
Team Leader
I am a graduate of Louisiana Tech University and a devoted Bulldog fan. I have been in the insurance business for 29 years, and enjoy working with all my colleagues here at SSGA. I mostly enjoy spending time with my wife Donna and our six grandchildren. Fishing is my favorite hobby.
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Laura PilgreenPersonal Lines Producer
Laura Pilgreen
Personal Lines Producer
I have been employed with Southern States for 31 years. Married and have 2 children and one grandchild whom I love all dearly. I have a pomeranian and a maltese. Love animals.
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Lauren LunaOf House Luna, First of Her Name, Queen of Insurance and Protector of Policies
Lauren Luna
Of House Luna, First of Her Name, Queen of Insurance and Protector of Policies
Fresh out of University, Lauren is brand new to the insurance industry. Lover of traveling, animals, food, coffee & tea, television, and music. Some would even call her a crazy cat lady. She is eager to learn and try new things. Lauren is happy to be apart of the Scottish American Family.
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Leticia HernandezAssistant Underwriter
Leticia Hernandez
Assistant Underwriter
Leticia joined Scottish American in 2017. She is a true Mouseketeer at heart and enjoys Disney movie puns. Leticia has been in the insurance industry for 10 years.
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Lisa DeLuciaMission Control - Personal lines
Lisa DeLucia
Mission Control - Personal lines
Lisa started here at BBA as a back-up singer in her department and loves to serenades her office with the song she loves, HOUSTON, by Dean Martin. She started rating policies and worked her way up to be an underwriter. Lisa enjoys coming to work and being part of the personal lines family. Lisa looks forward to a challenge and likes to learn new things. Lisa is proud of her son Vincent who is the light of her life.
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LuAnn SmithPersonal Lines UW Assistant
LuAnn Smith
Personal Lines UW Assistant
LuAnn landed in personal lines department after working as a underwriter for another company. Her experience has been an asset to her department handling new business, endorsements and whatever else they need. LuAnn is a team player. She enjoys coming to work and is very happy here at Scottish American.
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Lupe RodriguezMission Control
Lupe Rodriguez
Mission Control
I started in June 2016 and am eager to watch the company grow. I am a huge baseball fanatic and love my two dogs.
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Luz GutierrezThe Road Runderwriter
Luz Gutierrez
The Road Runderwriter
Luz recently joined Scottish American with a few years of insurance experience, but on the retail side. She is eager to learn more about commercial insurance, and the world of producing and underwriting. Her interests outside of work include hiking, running with her dogs, and listening to different types of music.
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Maria BañuelosMission Control - P&C UW Assistant
Maria Bañuelos
Mission Control - P&C UW Assistant
Maria is an Underwriting Assistant, joined Yates in 1993 as part of the policy issuance support team; however, being the fast learner that she is, she quickly joined the Underwriting Assistant department and is a valuable member of our team. She enjoys helping our agents in any way she can and is very creative at does servicing all of their policy needs.
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Mariah AdamsBinding Baker
Mariah Adams
Binding Baker
Mariah graduated from Escoffier Culinary School and was a professional baker until she started her insurance career in 2016. She enjoys baking all things bad for you, especially decorating cakes and cupcakes. When she is not at work or baking, she loves spending time with her husband, playing tennis, and visiting local breweries and wineries.
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Marina DucoteCommercial Lines Underwriter, Farm & Ranch Division
Marina Ducote
Commercial Lines Underwriter, Farm & Ranch Division
32 years in the Insurance Industry. Love God, Family, Hunting, Adventures, Traveling, Cooking, Arts and Crafts
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Matt BaileyCommercial Lines Producer
Matt Bailey
Commercial Lines Producer
Matt is new to the industry, but comes in with a great attitude and a willingness to succeed. When not at work, you can find Matt with his two sons playing disc golf, baseball, spinning records, or just goofing off. An avid sports nut, Matt is a die-hard Giants, Kings, and Niners fan, and is training his boys in the fine art of yelling at the TV so the players and officials can here them.
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Maureen Reinhold-FabrizioChief of Staff
Maureen Reinhold-Fabrizio
Chief of Staff
During her 12 years in insurance, Maureen has worn many hats. Her roles to date include underwriting assistant, compliance, marketing, communications, a stint in IT and advocating for support staff. She is unofficially known as "Gal Friday". Maureen's diverse background and versatility led to her new role in Operations. She is excited to be a part of the team responsible for the fuel that makes the machine run. When she is not working, Maureen enjoys traveling to new places and checking items off her bucket list.
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Michael HamiltonAssistant Bean Counter
Michael Hamilton
Assistant Bean Counter
Michael is excited to start his post-graduate career in the Scottish American realm of insurance. Originally from the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Georgia, Michael is invested in family (7th of 12 children) and cheering for his Bulldawgs and Fighting Irish. Oftentimes, he can be found playing frisbee, tinkering with Spotify playlists (ranging from The Monkees to Glass Animals to Colter Wall), or attempting miscellaneous home repairs.
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Mike VillaverdeP&C Prodigy
Mike Villaverde
P&C Prodigy
Mike is a truly curious individual and loves to know what others do not. As a result, he can tell you the origin of the Dum Dums mystery flavor and a variety of other useless bits of information-courtesy of the History Channel. An extreme connoisseur of comedy, you can often find him in the audience of one of Hollywood's several comedy clubs. Although once hailed as the, “songbird of his generation”, Mike's vocal talents have since diminished and unfortunately, he now only performs in the shower. He has a B.A in Economics and looks forward to a successful career as a Scottish-American!
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Monica HernandezMission Control
Monica Hernandez
Mission Control
I been in the company for 18 years. Some may call me the master of forms but I like to think I am the master of policy typing.
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Natallie FosterAssociate Underwriter
Natallie Foster
Associate Underwriter
I began working for Scottish American in 2017. I am married with three young children who keep me very busy with multiple sports. I have two pit bulls Rocky and Apollo. I am cultured, believe in the power of positivity and paying it forward. When I have downtime I love hot pilates, writing, and cooking. Never miss a football Sunday -Go Bears!
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Nicholas San Martino AU, ASLI, CPIASolutions Samurai
Nicholas San Martino AU, ASLI, CPIA
Solutions Samurai
Nicholas graduated from the University of Southern Maine in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a concentration in Risk Management and Insurance. Following graduation Nicholas began working in wholesale insurance and underwrites both commercial and personal lines. Coming up with risk solutions with samurai precision and speed is what really makes him tick. In his free time Nicholas enjoys spending time with family and friends, taking his boat out fishing and golfing.
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Nikki TaylorChief Operations Exorcist / Risk Slayer
Nikki Taylor
Chief Operations Exorcist / Risk Slayer
Nikki has been working in the insurance industry since 2005, joining the Scottish American team in late 2017. She lives with her husband and their four awesome boys in the DFW area; yes, they are all diehard Cowboys fans. In addition to her obvious love of insurance and problem solving, Nikki enjoys wine, horror movies, and spending time with her amazing family.
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Omid ShokraeeThe Loan Ranger
Omid Shokraee
The Loan Ranger
Omid is thrilled to be breaking into the industry and comes in with great determination and desire to succeed. Omid graduated with a B.S. in Managerial Economics from UC Davis, and is excited to be apart of the upcoming challenge to build and grow Premium Finance. Outside of work Omid enjoys socializing, spending time with friends and family, and can be found rooting for the best teams on the West Coast, or so he believes, the Raiders and Lakers. ( Hence the awesome shirt and tie combo in his avatar).
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Pat CarnahanProducer
Pat Carnahan
Producer
Pat Carnahan started in underwriting commercial insurance straight out of college and has stuck with it ever since. He believes in helping others, and has a thirst to learn as much as he can. He has a passion for motorsports, building radio control cars & planes, movies, and cooking. In his spare time, you can usually find him enjoying the company of his wife and son.
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Patti M. DeMauroProfessional Game Changer
Patti M. DeMauro
Professional Game Changer
I have a wonderfully diverse background. I began my career in retail banking and left that field as a Vice President. I found my way into insurance almost by accident and I haven't looked back! I am a go getter and love hard to place business, particularly in regards to professional liability, however, I can assist with all lines and classes of business happily. I have 2 children, a 5 yo girl and a 2 yo boy. My favorite things to do involve either the ocean, gourmet coffee or white wine... combine all three and it's the trifecta of happiness for this lady!
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Pattie SheaProducer/Underwriter - Damage Control
Pattie Shea
Producer/Underwriter - Damage Control
Avid Red Sox and Patriots fan.
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Paul ThomsonChief Gopher
Paul Thomson
Chief Gopher
Paul represents Scottish American Capital which was founded in 2009 in order to purchase an insurance business. He’s from Scotland, which means he speaks with an odd accent and tells bad jokes. He works about 20 hours a day and spends his free time doing extreme events (like all the Tough Mudders) and hangs out with the kids at United Cerebral Palsy. He has an MBA from Harvard Business School, is a Chartered Accountant and endlessly asks obvious questions.
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Rachel OsterbachMission Control
Rachel Osterbach
Mission Control
My name is Rachel . I have been with Scottish American for 4 years. I am the mail room assistant. I do Special Olympics as a global messenger. I have been a global messenger for 5 years. I go out and give speech for functions and banquets. I also do a drama class every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 8:30. Once a week we do a showcase.
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Rachel TaylorRisk Rocker
Rachel Taylor
Risk Rocker
Rachel has worked for over 8 years on the agency and carrier sides of the business but has found her home in the wholesale space. When she isn't working- you can find her spending time with her husband and 4 kids, growing her photography portfolio or going to see her favorite bands in concert. Her ideal day would be sitting poolside listening to some great music and, of course, a margarita in her hand .
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Reese WigginsMission Control Assistant Underwriter
2700 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite 110 Walnut Creek, California 94598
714-929-7033 ext 1009
Reese Wiggins
Mission Control Assistant Underwriter
I was born and raised in Walnut Creek, always making time to travel and see new places. As a certified Rescue Diver, Hawaii is by far my favorite place to visit. I'm easy going and always looking for new challenges, whether its learning to play a new instrument, a new dance move, or exploring new places with my dog Gunther. I guess you could call me a "jack of all trades". I come ready to give 110% in everything I do and I'm extremely excited for this opportunity at Scottish American.
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Renee GarciaBean counter
Renee Garcia
Bean counter
Renee came to Scottish American with years of experience in the financial industry, she was brought on to help the accounting team improve communication, streamline workflow and mentor our associates. She is a proud momma of 3 kids, coming into their own as young adults in the Valley of the Sun, her home town. She enjoys quick trips to wine country, hiking, cooking, fine cocktails and the occasional phishing trip.
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Rob TellThe Yes Man
Rob Tell
The Yes Man
Rob has been an insurance producer for over 10 years and loves saying yes to people. Especially if the question is "can I bind this quote?". Besides winning deals his hobbies include hiking (climbed kilimanjaro a few years ago), traveling, watching movies, eating, and dominating fantasy football leagues.
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Ryan TaylorThe Wheels Guy
Ryan Taylor
The Wheels Guy
Ryan has been in the industry since 2005, working practically every position you can think of. He may be a little crazy for deciding on Transportation as his specialty but he thrives on the madness. He is married with 4 children (3 boys and a girl), has a black lab and a great dane. When he's not working or hanging out with his family, he enjoys watching movies and playing games in his media room.
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Scott EpsteinRain Maker
Scott Epstein
Rain Maker
Scott likes to solve insurance problems. He's been doing this for over 13 years and has seen so many submissions that it is really tough to find a risk weird enough that he hasn't already seen, quoted and bound a similar one. When he is not quoting business he can be found running around the soccer field, cooking up a storm in the kitchen, cheering on every Detroit sports team or dancing at a concert. Oh and wine, he drinks a lot of it. Loves would not be too strong of a word. He buys it at auctions, sells it at auctions but mostly just drinks it from his personal cellar. He's always ready to share a glass... or three!
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Scott LetendreHomerunderwriter
Scott Letendre
Homerunderwriter
Scott joined the Roseville team in June of 2013. He was promoted to an underwriter position in July of 2014. Scott joined the Roseville team in June of 2013. Scott is familiar with teams as he is a past Professional Baseball Umpire and current D1 Baseball Umpire in his spare time. He is transitioning from the retail side of insurance to the wholesale side in hopes to become a successful underwriter with Scottish American in the near future. Scott also enjoys traveling to the Dominican Republic with his wife and 2 kids to visit his wife's family.
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Sergio RicciardiWolf of Insurance / Problem Solver
500 Office Center Drive Suite 400, Office # 4031 Fort Washington, PA 19034
856-375-4667
Sergio Ricciardi
Wolf of Insurance / Problem Solver
On the carrier side my entire career, started in 2007 as a casualty claims examiner and moved into a production underwriter role with USLI in 2014. Now, moving into the MGA side as a producer and excited for this opportunity. "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. - Wayne Gretzy" - Michael Scott. Outside of insurance, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, going to new restaurants and traveling.
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Shiloh Shannon“Risk Crusher”
Shiloh Shannon
“Risk Crusher”
Shiloh grew up in Montana, the Big Sky state. He graduated from Montana State - Billings before moving to Denver, CO where he landed a gig as the IT guy for a large P&C insurance carrier. Around 2003, he moved to the wonderful world of commercial underwriting/marketing and has been assessing risk ever since. He enjoys his family, all sports, white sand beaches, sushi, Mexican food and Denver sports teams - Go Broncos!
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Spiro KaralisProducer
Spiro Karalis
Producer
Spiro graduate of queens college university majoring in business... friends call me the insurance guy because of my endless love for insurance.. besides that I am pretty laid back and down to earth guy who loves working out and playing basketball.... care to find out more give me a shout!
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Stephanie BuchananThe Risk Taker
Stephanie Buchanan
The Risk Taker
Stephanie is so excited to be joining the Scottish American family! Originally from the SF Bay Area, Stephanie is a graduate of NYU and has spent the past 10 years working as a musical theatre performer in productions across the US and Canada. She is thrilled to be back on the West coast making the transition into insurance with such a great company. In her spare time she loves finding new walking trails, practicing yoga and spending time with her dog, Meeko.
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Stephanie GosneyCoverage Captain
Stephanie Gosney
Coverage Captain
Stephanie joined the ScotAm Fam in 2013 (and the insurance industry in 2007). Steph graduated from Sacramento State (Go Hornets!) in 2010 with a degree in Music - classical saxophone performance. When she's not tearing through her inbox, you'll likely find Steph tearing up the trails on her dirtbike, attending a Zumba class, singing karaoke (karaoke bar optional), planning the next travel adventure, or spending time with loved ones enjoying a cold Pilsner or IPA. Cheers!
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Steve GeorgalosSenior Production Specialist
Steve Georgalos
Senior Production Specialist
Steve came to BBA in 2012 as a commercial lines underwriter after spending 8 years working for another wholesaler. He thinks underwriting is nothing like brain surgery. So as you can tell he does like to state the obvious at times. He claims to have the nicest hair in the insurance industry and sometimes thinks he plays guitar for an 80’s rock band. In his free time he likes to coach youth basketball and play softball. His players and teammates think he should keep his day job.
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Steven A. Cook, CPAChief Financial Officer - The Money Guy
Steven A. Cook, CPA
Chief Financial Officer - The Money Guy
Steve has been a Chief Financial Officer for 35+ years and has had various assignments in that capacity with carriers (15 years) and agencies (20 years). Steve also owned and managed his own practice (CPA, Consulting CFO, and I/T support) for 15 years. Steve is an active CPA in the state of Texas. Steve’s personal commitment is to provide good service to his colleagues … but still have some fun doing it.
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Suzanne G. IsraelAssistant Producer
Suzanne G. Israel
Assistant Producer
I love being creative and coming up with solutions. I don’t meet a stranger and love striking up conversations. I have a dog named Jupiter and yes, she orbits.
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Tammi Van CleaveHoH
Tammi Van Cleave
HoH
I am excited for our Arkansas team to join the Scottish American family! I am married and have two amazing sons. I love the outdoors and love summer, I would be perfectly content if it stayed summer year round. I have been an underwriter/broker for 20 years and love my job, love the retailers and friends that come with being in this business.
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Thomas WhiteUnderwriting Assistant
Thomas White
Underwriting Assistant
Tom started at Scottish American in Rhode Island after graduating from West Chester University of Pennsylvania in 2018. In his free time he enjoys spending time outdoors, hanging with his dogs or enjoying a cold one while watching the game. He is a huge fan of all Philadelphia sports teams. Go Birds!!
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Tom VouvoudakisCoverage Analyst
Tom Vouvoudakis
Coverage Analyst
Tom began his insurance career in 2010 and soon found that he actually enjoyed reading ISO forms and having coverage debates with co-workers. His friends and family advised him to have his head examined, but after results came back negative for any major illnesses, doctors just concluded that he was a nerd.
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Travis S. HirschiRisk Wrangler
Travis S. Hirschi
Risk Wrangler
Travis has been in the insurance industry for 10+ years. He has been on the retail and the wholesale side of the industry. He understands the importance of turning the quotes around quick. Travis is always ready to ....get 'er done. When not working, Travis enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife and two wonderful children.... He sometimes can be found on his horse pretending to be a cowboy.
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Trevor TellinAssistant
Trevor Tellin
Assistant
Originally honing from the Lone Star State, the west coast has been an exciting new adventure! While not in the office I may be out hiking a coast hugging trail or front row of a San Francisco rap concert. I'm completely ecstatic to work with such a great team and for a progressive company like Scottish American.
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Trisa ChadeeMission Control
Trisa Chadee
Mission Control
Trisa was born in Trinidad & Tobago and raised in Staten Island New York. She loves retail therapy, animals & coffee. She came to Scottish American in May of 2018 & is really excited to grow with this company.
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Tyler HenryProducer
Tyler Henry
Producer
After spending 26 years in the south Tyler left his roots to pursue a career in NYC. He has come to understand and enjoy the insurance industry very much working in E & S lines for the last 3 years. He has a long term goal of owning a recording studio and or living in Europe. So send him binders, homey.
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Vincent QuijanoMission Control
Vincent Quijano
Mission Control
Vincent has been in insurance for about 6 years (wholesale and brokerage). He started in the mail-room pulling staples from policy files and now does anything from customer service, IT, quoting and binding.
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Xiomara RobledoMission Control
Xiomara Robledo
Mission Control
My name is Xiomara. I have 4 children ages 13,10,5,&17 months old, 3 girls and 1 boy. My children mean the world to me. They're smart, funny,& loving. Each one with their own personalities and different in their own way. I am an animal lover, I own 2 cats and 2 dogs. I am a very loving person,I get along with everyone and I am a very hard worker and I also love to cook, bake, and read. On my spare time I go to the library with my children. I have a really big family so there is always a family reunion.
