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Casey Craig, CRIS
Account Executive, Construction
Casey played seven years of professional baseball. After his baseball career was over, he gave back to the baseball community by running numerous baseball camps, coaches’ clinics, and private lessons. His enthusiasm towards helping others has translated seamlessly into the Rancho Mesa culture, which thrives on doing the right thing. Casey’s focus is on construction insurance and risk profile enhancement for artisan contractors. His background in baseball has led him to a greater understanding of how important team work is to accomplishing a common goal.
Experience
Account Executive, October 2017 - Present
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
About
Casey was born and raised in San Diego. He lives with his beautiful girlfriend Lauren in Lakeside, CA. They enjoy going on hikes, cooking, taking trips to Mexico, the Colorado River and are HUGE Clipper fans.
Author, Alyssa Burely, Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Many industries like construction utilize a semi-transient workforce that can shift from company to company as labor needs change throughout the project’s life cycle. Employees may work a few months for one employer, then move on to another employer when the project is completed. This scenario poses a dilemma for California employers looking to comply with Senate Bill 1343 (SB 1343). Providing training to an ever-changing workforce can be a challenge.
Author, Casey Craig, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
California is in the middle of a construction boom. There is more work than qualified employees and contractors need people on their job sites. While fraudulent workers’ compensation claims are relatively low right now, California contractors are asking what will happen when there is not enough work to keep everyone busy?
Author, Kevin Howard, CRIS, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services’ RM365 Advantage Safety Star Program™ checks several boxes for contractors who are looking to improve their safety culture and lower risk. The program provides safety training designed to reduce an organization’s probability of work-related injuries; thus, minimizing the likelihood of an OSHA citation when used in conjunction with the Risk Management Center tools.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Americans are all too familiar with the #MeToo movement that has shed light on sexual harassment in the workplace. Outspoken celebrities and prominent public figures have brought this topic to the forefront in the media. With all the publicity surrounding sexual harassment allegations, people are empowered to speak out and report unwanted behaviors in the workplace. This leaves many employers asking what they can do to prevent harassment and prepare for possible harassment allegations.
Author, Sam Clayton, Vice President, Construction Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
When you give the car keys to your teenager for the first time, you wish you were sitting in the back seat controlling how they drive. Unfortunately, you have very limited control and the consequences of poor driving can be disastrous. It’s time to think of your employee drivers in a similar manner; these principles apply to your company’s fleet management program.
Author, Matt Gaynor, Director of Surety, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
The majority of Rancho Mesa’s contractor clients have a fiscal year, end of December 31, for their company financial statements. During March, April, and May we collect a variety of financial information from our contractors to update the bonding company. The underwriting items we request include the 12/31 CPA financial statement, along with the work in progress and closed contract schedules. We also request an updated bank letter, account receivable/account payable schedules, and a personal financial statement from the owner.
Author, Jeremy Hoolihan, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Safety awareness is one of the most important factors in reducing workplace injuries. There are approximately three million workplace injuries, every year. This amounts to roughly 8,000 injuries per day, 350 per hour, or 6 injuries per minute. Many of these injuries are preventable. Unsafe behaviors or decisions are usually the most common contributing factors. If employees are unaware of hazards or not motivated to follow safety protocol, their behavior will expose them even more.
Author, Sam Clayton, Vice President, Construction Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In an effort to keep you informed, so that you can begin to budget for 2020, we wanted to let you know of a potential change in the dual wage classifications.
Author, Daniel Frazee, Executive Vice President, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Claims happen. They come in all shapes and sizes, from all types of parties, and can cost your company in many different ways. An important aspect of managing the costs of risk start with gaining a clear understanding of your claims. Our clients are always looking to improve their bottom line. This article focuses on just one piece of the pie chart; workers compensation claims. Understanding the nuances of these cases can create measurable plans in the future to reduce frequency and severity of claims and ultimately lower your costs.
Author, Casey Craig, Account Executive, Construction Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Year after year OSHA publishes the “Top 10 Most Cited Violations” and it always seems to include violations dealing with falls. Fall protection, scaffolding, ladders, and fall protection (training requirements) all made this list and all of them have been on this list perennially for over a decade. How can a company that is using ladders keep from becoming just another name on the list of violators? How can you ensure that your employees are using provided equipment properly?
Author, Drew Garcia, Vice President, Landscape Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Most Landscape Contractors believe their exposure to pollution is limited to the herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers they apply. In order to provide some limited coverage for this it is common to see the Herbicide/Pesticide Endorsement added to the Commercial General Liability Policy. Although the endorsement extends some coverage, Contractor’s Pollution Liability would help fill the gaps created by the General Liability Policy for all of the landscape contractor’s pollution exposures.
Author, Kevin Howard, CRIS, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In this unsettling time throughout various workforces, it makes good business sense to consider EPLI options with varied deductible ranges. Having that clarity brings comfort to many clients who have worked years to build their business, acquire assets, and improve their net worth. Exposing their business to what could very well be unlimited costs creates considerable risk moving forward.
Author, Sam Clayton, Vice President, Construction Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
The property and casualty market over the last decade has been what we consider “soft.” Overall, insurance premiums have remained relatively flat, or in the case of workers’ compensation rates have decreased considerably. However, we are seeing significant pricing pressure in commercial auto. In the next few years we expect to see the same pressure in workers compensation. One alternative risk financing strategy that you may want to consider before the coming hard market is a member-owned group captive.
Author, Casey Craig, Account Executive, Construction Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Beginning December 2019, standards for using and renting aerial lifts will drastically change, globally. As a result, contractors are concerned they will not be prepared for the changes which could lead to loss of production and fines.
Author, Jeremy Hoolihan, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Working within the construction unit at Rancho Mesa for over 15 years, I have developed strong long-term business relationships with my clients. As an insurance advisor, I have an obligation to insulate clients from exposures and liabilities. Many of which may remain the same from year to year. However, it is vital that business owners meet with their insurance advisor frequently, especially prior to an insurance renewal, to avoid potential gaps in coverage. Below are a few key topics that should be reviewed on a regular basis by a company’s insurance advisor.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In September 2018, former California Governor Jerry Brown approved Senate Bill 1343 (SB 1343) which expanded the requirements for Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention training within California workplaces.
In order for the Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention training to be compliant, it must meet the following requirements. The training must:
Author, Matt Gaynor, Director of Surety, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
When meeting with new contractors looking to qualify for increased bonding capacity, one of the first items generally discussed is the work-in-progress Schedule (WIP). Understandably, the balance sheet and profit & loss statement get the most attention when compiling financial information for the bond company, but the WIP, whether on a quarterly or six month basis, allows the bond company to gauge how well the contractor has estimated their projects and how conservative they have been on a project’s profitability. Preparation of an accurate work in progress schedule is the only way to gauge the true profitability of the company.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. would like to remind its clients that February 1, 2019 marks the start of the Cal/OSHA Form 300A posting period. The Cal/OSHA Form 300A is a summary of the company's annual work-related injuries and illnesses. It must be posted from February 1, 2019 to April 30, 2019.
Author, Daniel Frazee, Executive Vice President, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
The very nature of the construction business creates risk; from injuries in the course of employment, damage to property, third party liability, etc. One important area that can be overlooked is equipment security. While there is simply no way to eliminate 100% of risk to equipment, there are several steps a contractor can take to initiate proper controls and minimize losses in this area.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In September 2018, former California Governor Jerry Brown approved Senate Bill 1343 (SB 1343) which expands the requirements for Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention training within the workplace.
Author, Casey Craig, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Falls from elevated heights are the single most hazardous injury within the construction industry; representing 38% of all construction fatalities (NSC Construction & Utilities). That is a scary fact if you are a painting contractor that works off the ground. In years past, it was common to see painters working on multi-story scaffolding with few controls in place, or working from ladders on top of trucks to get those extra couple feet needed to finish a project. Workers compensation underwriters have difficulty with risks that work over 30 feet. Why is this 30 foot threshold so critical to insurance companies who write workers compensation?
Author, Jim Malone, Workers’ CompensationClaims Advocate, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Workers’ Compensation injuries occur every day. The majority of these injuries are minor incidents which require no medical treatment or loss of time from work. For others, the injury is reported to the insurance carrier, the injury is addressed, forms are provided, and the recovery from the injury is monitored until the employee is released back to work and a discharge from care is provided.
Author, Andy Roberts, Account Executive, Surety Division, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
For small or new contractors that are looking to break into the world of government contract work, the process of getting a surety bond program in place can seem like an onerous one. It requires the contractor to compile a lot of paperwork and detailed financial reports, which can be a daunting task for any contractor, regardless of size or experience. However, there are now several “A” rated sureties that provide credit-based programs for writing smaller bonds.
Author, Sam Clayton, Vice President, Construction Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Every business or non-profit that purchases a form of liability insurance has seen the term deductible or self-insured retention (SIR). While many know the difference between the two, many do not. Deductibles and SIRs, while quite different, are both designed to keep your premiums down. Insurers are willing to reduce the premium on policies, which have a deductible or SIR, because the insured assumes some of the risk. This however, is where the similarities end.
Authors, Shane Medlin, Employee Benefits Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released Notice 2018-94 outlining extended deadlines for 2018 Minimum Essential Coverage under Section 6055 and Large Employer Shared Responsibility under Section 6056. This notice extends the due date to provide individuals the 2018 Form 1095-B, Health Coverage, and the 2018 Form 1095-C, Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage, from January 31, 2019, to March 4, 2019. This notice also extends good faith transition relief from section 6721 and 6722 penalties to the 2018 information reporting requirements under sections 6055 and 6056.
Author, Daniel Frazee, Executive Vice President, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
If you have operated a business in the state of California for any period of time, you have very likely heard about or run across the acronym IIPP. Wherever you stand with your knowledge within the world of safety, injury, and illness, it is important for every organization to understand the mandatory parts of an IIPP. What is often overlooked is how developing an effective safety program can create positive change and truly impact your bottom line.
Author, Jeremy Hoolihan, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Reporting workers’ compensation claims in a timely manner can have a huge impact on the severity of the claim. Some policyholders believe the practice of not reporting employee injuries early is a good business practice. This could not be further from the truth.
Author, Drew Garcia, Vice President, Landscape Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Many city contracts and some residential communities will call for landscape contractors to install, maintain, or remodel road dividing medians. The potential risk for injury that can occur due to this exposure is highly severe. If your operations include any percentage of median work, then be sure to understand this increases your overall risk profile and slides the operations needle towards “heavy” in class.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc,
On September 30, 2018, California Governor Jerry Brown, approved Senate Bill 1343 (SB 1343), which expands rules for required sexual harassment prevention training for businesses.
Currently, employers with 50 or more employees must provide supervisors with sexual harassment prevention training every two years. By January 1, 2020, employers with 5 more employees must provide at least 2 hours of sexual harassment prevention training and at least 1 hour of training to non-supervisory employees. The trainings are required every 2 years.
Author, Sam Clayton, Vice President, Construction Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
California employers received some great news regarding their Workers Compensation premiums for 2019. On November 6, 2018, Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones recently announced his decision to cut California Workers’ Compensation advisory pure premium rates by 8.4% significantly higher than the initial recommended 4.5%. This change will affect policies that renew or incept on or after January 1, 2019.
Authors, Alyssa Burley, Media Communications and Client Services Manager and Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assist, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa’s President and CEO Dave Garcia was recently invited to serve on ICW Group’s Trusted Advisor Board. The distinguished members will meet to discuss ICW Group’s role within the insurance industry and provide a broker’s perspective.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services is pleased to announce the hiring of Rachel Bristol as a member of the certificate department and receptionist.
Author, Alyssa Burley Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc., a leading Southern California commercial insurance brokerage, has been recognized by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big “I”) as a Best Practices Agency for the thirteenth consecutive year.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
Safe + Sound Week, organized by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) along with a number of various organizers and partners, is a nationwide event held each August that recognizes the importance and successes of workplace health and safety programs. The event allows companies to share their safety practices with one another to increase workers’ safety.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
If you have visited Lakeside, CA in the last month, you have probably driven under the 30-foot high “Lakeside” sign spanning the north end of Maine Avenue. On Tuesday, July 16, 2019, enthusiastic residents watched as the new steel and aluminum sign was installed to welcome visitors to the historic business corridor of Lakeside.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
Rancho Mesa threw their annual Family Summer Night on Saturday, July 27, 2019. This year it was held at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Garden - Liberty Station. Family and friends gathered to enjoy delicious food, crafted drinks, fun games, and good company.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services.
With champagne and cheers, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc., a twelve-time Best Practices Agency, celebrates a successful migration from Applied Systems’ TAM agency management system to Applied Systems’ Epic®. To ensure the company continues to stay ahead of the pack with the latest technology, sixteen months ago, the decision was made to upgrade the agency’s internal system.
Rancho Mesa’s Sam Brown, Vice President of the Human Services Group, is featured in MAAC’s recently released video “My MAAC Story - Katie.” Katie talks about her journey with MAAC and how the program taught her valuable life skills like writing a resume, opening a bank account and enrolling in a technical training course that has helped her put her life back on track. Sam Brown praises MAAC for providing programs that directly help our communities.
Want to move your landscaping business forward? Rancho Mesa is thrilled to sponsor the 2019 NALP Field Trip, August 6–7 in San Diego, where you’ll have the rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of LandCare and learn firsthand how they operate every area of their tremendously successful operation. In this short video, event presenter Marty Grunder, president and CEO of Grunder Landscaping Co. and a leading green-industry coach, shares what he’s looking to learn from the LandCare team to drive improvement at his own company and what you can, too.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
On Friday, July 12, 2019 the Boys & Girls Clubs of East County held their 46th annual Golf Day at Singing Hills Golf Resort, Oak Glen Course, in El Cajon, CA.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
Tom Jolliff from ICW Group sent over a video of Rancho Mesa client, Standard Drywall Inc., carrying out their routine morning stretches before starting the work day. Stretching helps to prevent employees from becoming injured, and Rancho Mesa is proud to see their clients implementing a team, health, and safety culture.
Rancho Mesa's Drew Garcia enlisted personal trainer, Collin Dawson from Bodies By Collin, to develop a stretch program specifically designed for the landscape and construction industries. This program is known as the RM365 Advantage Mobility & Stretch Program™.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
Within the last month, Eduardo Torres, Mike Gonzales, and Richard McDeavitt of E.L. Hobbs, Inc. completed the RM365 Advantage Safety Star Program™. E.L. Hobbs has many more employees signed up and on their way to becoming Safety Star certified. We are proud to partner with a company that holds safety to the highest importance.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
Ashley Hunter, Rancho Mesa’s Receptionist & Certician, received a beautiful bouquet of yellow flowers from GMI Building Services last week.
The card read, “Thank for all your hard work with our insurance needs. You are really appreciated!!”
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
On Thursday, May 23, 2019 Rancho Mesa attended Ickler Electric’s 2nd Annual Volley Pong Olympics. 42 teams and more than 230 people, from all over San Diego County, played in the tournament to support The Seany Foundation and help raise over $52,000 to support children impacted by cancer. Attendees enjoyed food, drinks, music, good company and of course, Volley Pong.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa is excited to announce our sponsorship to what has been described as the “Can’t miss educational event of the summer!”
Industry icons Marty Grunder and Frank Mariani, along with host Mike Bogan of LandCare, headline an incredible opportunity for educational growth and networking.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) San Diego Chapter 21 held its annual election on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at the Riverwalk Golf Club. Members voted for the chapter’s President-Elect, Vice President, Recording Secretary, Corresponding Secretary, Treasurer and six Directors. Sunrise Bobcat & Hauling Services’ Tiffany Carapella was elected to the Board of Directors.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Berkshire Hathaway's Zadock "Zee" Reid presented at the Heat Illness Prevention workshop hosted by Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at the Boys & Girls Club of East County in Santee, CA.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of San Diego County recently released a video celebrating 60 years of serving people with cerebral pasly, and other disabilities, in the San Diego community. The video highlights how UCP got its start in San Diego County, the support of the Beach & Country Guild, annual fundraising events, and the diverse programs and services they offer.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
On May 23 & 24, 2019 Rancho Mesa Insurance Services co-hosted the OSHA 10 Course for the Construction Industry at the San Diego Christian College in Santee, CA. The two-day training was provided by Sentry Insurance.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of San Diego County serves people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, and their families. Rancho Mesa is honored to serve as their broker and support the organization’s mission.
UCP recently released “Living with Cerebral Palsy,”a video that highlights a few of the people they serve.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services is pleased to announce the hiring of Ashley Burner as a Media Communications Intern.
Ashley is a current Business Administration student at Gonzaga University in Washington state where she is concentrating on marketing.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. hosted its annual Fiesta Friday on May 17, 2019 in Santee, CA. Partners and staff of Rancho Mesa enjoyed great company, tequila tasting, and delicious street tacos & churros made fresh on site.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Media Communications and Client Services Manager, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Members of Rancho Mesa Insurance Services spent the afternoon with the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of San Diego (IIAB San Diego) at the organization’s Padre Game Event on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at San Diego’s Petco Park.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance, Inc.
On May 14 & 15, 2019 Rancho Mesa Insurance Services’ clients attended the OSHA 10 Course for the Landscape Industry at the San Diego Christian College in Santee, CA.
The OSHA 10 Course for the Landscape Industry is a two day training provided by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) in partnership with Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC) and Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc., a leading commercial insurance brokerage headquartered in San Diego, CA, now offers free Anti-Harassment training to all of its clients’ supervisors and employees throughout the country in response to California’s Senate Bill 1343 (SB 1343) and Senate Bill 1300 (SB 1300). The initial deadline for this training is January 1, 2020.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Friday, April 5, 2019 the Boys & Girls Club of East County hosted their annual Youth of the Year Awards ceremony at their Clubhouse location in Santee, CA.
Plaques were awarded to children for excellence in categories ranging from leadership & character, health & life skills, arts, education & career, and sports & recreation. The ceremony is a great way to recognize distinguished youth in the community.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Wednesday, April 25, 2019 Rancho Mesa Insurance Services Inc. attended Greater San Diego Insurance Day (I-Day) at the Town and Country Resort and Convention Center in San Diego, CA.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On April 25, 2019, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services released its highly anticipated “Building Momentum” video that highlights the firm’s emphasis on building relationships with clients and its OneofOne® motto.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. recently launched its proprietary RM365 Advantage Safety Star Program™. When launched the program was offered exclusively for the construction industry; however, plans were underway to offer a program specifically designed for human services organizations, in the future.
Author, Lauren Stumpf , Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc .
“As we begin this very special and holy week of Easter, myself and the entire Rancho Mesa family wanted to wish you and your family a very blessed and happy Easter season,” says Dave Garcia, President & CEO of Rancho Mesa Insurance Services.