Rancho Mesa News
Rancho Mesa Hosts Ladder Safety Workshop
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Friday, March 13, 2026 Rancho Mesa hosted the Ladder Safety Workshop, presented by Zee Reid, Senior Loss Control Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Friday, March 13, 2026 Rancho Mesa hosted the Ladder Safety Workshop, presented by Zee Reid, Senior Loss Control Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies.
Ladder safety is consistently one of the most cited OSHA violations each year. This workshop focused on common reasons for violations and citations, industry trends and safety requirements.
Reid also shared examples of real-life violations in the field and a number of online resources that can be used on a jobsite.
The ladder safety workshop is part of the RM365 Safety Star™ Program intended to educate supervisors, foremen, safety coordinators and upper management on workplace safety with the goal of reducing the probability of work-related injuries.
Rancho Mesa clients have access to a variety of other ladder safety resources through the SafetyOne™ platform including toolbox talks and mobile forms for inspections and reporting.
Rancho Mesa is committed to equipping our clients with the tools and support that enable long-term success.
New Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa Welcomes New Client Coordinator Sandra Almada
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa is excited to welcome its new Client Coordinator Sandra Almada.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa is excited to welcome its new Client Coordinator Sandra Almada.
Sandra’s background and previous administrative experience within the construction industry provides her with a unique perspective to better support our client managers and serve our clients. She brings valuable expertise in organization, communication, and customer service to her new Client Coordinator role.
Sandra was born and raised in San Diego and earned her Bachelor’s degree from UC Riverside. She currently lives in Chula Vista. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her dog Ellie. Her hobbies include reading and traveling.
Rancho Mesa is excited to have Sandra’s leadership and problem-solving on the team and we look forward to her future at the company.
Employee Spotlight: Jessee Keirstead Earns Safety Star™ Certification in Construction
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa congratulates risk management consultant, Jessee Keirstead, for earning his certification in construction safety as a part of our RM365 Advantage Safety Star™ program.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa congratulates Risk Control Consultant, Jessee Keirstead, for earning his certification in construction safety as a part of our RM365 Advantage Safety Star™ program.
Jessee joined the team in November 2025. The Safety Star program equips him with a deeper understanding of the safety challenges clients encounter and the strategies required to effectively mitigate those risks. Fall protection, ladder safety, heat illness prevention, and fleet safety are a few of the courses that must be passed in order to earn construction safety certification. This knowledge strengthens Jessee’s capability to identify potential hazards during job‑site visits and to offer clients practical measures that reduce exposure to risk.
The Safety Star program serves as a key initiative in Rancho Mesa’s commitment to providing clients with the resources and insight needed to manage risk with confidence.
Sun, Fun, Team Bonding: Rancho Mesa Celebrates Summer at Mission Bay Resort
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa made the most of the warm weather at this year’s company summer party. On Saturday, August 9th, employees and their loved ones gathered at Mission Bay Resort for an afternoon of food, drinks, and friendly competition.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa made the most of the warm weather at this year’s company summer party. On Saturday, August 9th, employees and their loved ones gathered at Mission Bay Resort for an afternoon of food, drinks, and friendly competition.
The team got to enjoy some delicious barbecue and cold drinks before taking each other on in ping-pong, Jenga, and cornhole all followed by s’mores around the fire.
It was a great chance for our team to relax alongside their families, and celebrate all the hard work that happens year-round. Thank you to everyone who joined us—we’re already looking forward to next year’s event!
Rancho Mesa Launches New Weekly Driver Safety Toolbox Talk Subscription
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In a hardening auto market, it is more important than ever to ensure your employees are safe while behind the wheel. If your employees are required to drive while on the job, taking proper steps to train drivers on necessary safety precautions can lead to fewer accidents and lower insurance costs.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In a hardening auto market, it is more important than ever to ensure your employees are safe while behind the wheel. If your employees are required to drive while on the job, taking proper steps to train drivers on necessary safety precautions can lead to fewer accidents and lower insurance costs.
That is why Rancho Mesa is excited to announce the launch of our new weekly Driver Safety Toolbox Talk subscription, delivering driver safety meeting content directly to your inbox.
Each week, subscribers will receive an email containing one of Rancho Mesa’s 52 driver-specific toolbox talks, available in both English and Spanish. These toolbox talks can be used as weekly safety meeting topics to strengthen fleet safety and driver awareness. Our content covers a variety of subjects and problems that might arise behind the wheel, including daily vehicle checks, handling aggressive drivers, and proper load securement to name a few.
Subscribe to Rancho Mesa’s free weekly Driver Safety Toolbox Talks to start receiving safety content and empower your employee to make safer decisions behind the wheel.
Rancho Mesa also provides additional driver safety resources, including vehicle inspection reports and fleet safety training accessible through the SafetyOne™ platform and the Building A Fleet Safety Program with Rancho Mesa's Tools & Resources webinar.
More driver training tips can be found on our website.
SafetyOne™ Adds New Functionality for Training Reminders
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa aims to provide practical resources to help our clients implement an effective safety program and mitigate risks. We do this by listening to feedback from our clients and implementing features to better serve their needs. In the latest platform update, SafetyOne™ Administrators (often safety managers and human resources personnel) can ensure their team stays on top of online trainings with our new email reminder feature.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa aims to provide practical resources to help our clients implement an effective safety program and mitigate risks. We do this by listening to feedback from our clients and implementing features to better serve their needs.
In the latest platform update, SafetyOne™ Administrators (often safety managers and human resources personnel) can ensure their team stays on top of online trainings with our new email reminder feature. Administrators can set email reminders to be sent at three different intervals and/or daily until the training is completed.
“Our clients expressed a need, and we listened,” Rancho Mesa Client Technology Specialist Brenda Khalil said. “This new feature is a great addition to the platform, and we feel it will become a key feature for ensuring employees stay on top of training within their organization.”
The training reminders can be accessed through the SafetyOne website. For step-by-step instructions on how to schedule training reminders, visit Rancho Mesa’s SafetyOne FAQ page.
New Employee Spotlight: Rancho Mesa Welcomes New Accounting Specialist Silvia Patron
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa is excited to welcome the newest member of its Accounting team, Silvia Patron as Accounting Specialist. Silvia’s background in in accounting includes experience as an Accounting Manager. She graduated from the University Autonomous of Baja California in 2014, with a degree in accounting.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa is excited to welcome the newest member of its growing Accounting team, Silvia Patron as Accounting Specialist.
Silvia’s accounting background includes accounting management roles. She graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California in 2014, with a degree in accounting.
Born and raised in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, Silvia moved to San Diego in 2022. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hiking, travelling, working out, and going to the beach.
Silvia’s accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and professionalism makes her a vital addition to the team, and we are excited for her future at Rancho Mesa.
Rancho Mesa’s Christina Haake Accepts Emerging Leader Award at I-Day
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa had a reason to celebrate at this year’s Greater San Diego Insurance Day (I-Day), hosted by The Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers (IIAB) of San Diego.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa had a reason to celebrate at this year’s Greater San Diego Insurance Day (I-Day), hosted by The Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers (IIAB) of San Diego.
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025 our team joined other insurance companies, agents, and carriers at the Town and Country Resort and Convention Center in San Diego, CA for the annual I-Day luncheon and awards ceremony.
Rancho Mesa’s Christina Haake was presented with the Emerging Leader Award for her contributions to the industry.
“Over the last few years, Christina has shown her willingness and aptitude for leadership,” Alyssa Burley, Partner with Rancho Mesa, said. “Throughout her time with PWI, she has chaired, co-chaired, or volunteered for countless events. We are so proud of her and her willingness to give back to the industry and her community.”
Christina began her insurance career with Rancho Mesa as a Client Coordinator in 2011. She was promoted to Client Manager in 2015 before accepting her current role of Senior Client Manager in 2022.
Rancho Mesa Hosts Hands-On SafetyOne™ Workshop
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Friday, May 2nd, 2025 Rancho Mesa hosted The SafetyOne™ Advantage: Mastering Rancho Mesa’s Safety Platform, presented by Media Communications and Client Services Partner Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Specialist Brenda Khalil.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Friday, May 2nd, 2025 Rancho Mesa hosted The SafetyOne™ Advantage: Mastering Rancho Mesa’s Safety Platform, presented by Media Communications and Client Services Partner Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Specialist Brenda Khalil.
Attendees were given hands-on instruction on how to effectively use the SafetyOne website and mobile application to streamline safety practices within their company.
Participants were guided through key features on the administrative website including Mobile Forms, Observations and Toolbox Talks. The session also included an interactive overview of the mobile app.
Attendees were able to ask questions and receive answers from Rancho Mesa’s in-house experts, ensuring user confidence and maximizing safety benefits.
“This hands-on workshop went better than expected and the feedback we got from our clients that attended was fantastic. Introducing our client's to the platform prior to the workshop really helped them understand the steps we walked them through as well,” Khalil said. “Putting together this hands-on approach to teaching our clients how to get started with implementing SafetyOne™ was truly a success.”
For more information about the SafetyOne platform, contact your Client Technology Specialist.
Supporting San Diego: Rancho Mesa Attends FHCSD’s Spirit of the Barrio
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Friday, March 21, 2025 Rancho Mesa employees attended Family Health Centers of San Diego’s Spirit of the Barrio luncheon.
Author, Jadyn Brandt, Client Communications Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Friday, March 21, 2025 Rancho Mesa employees attended Family Health Centers of San Diego’s Spirit of the Barrio luncheon.
Rancho Mesa President & CEO Dave Garcia served as the event’s master of ceremonies. A panel of notable voices in the world of Padres baseball—including Padres Executive Vice President of Business Affairs, Sergio Del Prado, and Spanish language broadcaster, Eduardo Ortega—discussed changes to the team’s roster and updates to Petco Park for the 2025 season.
“Family Health Centers of San Diego plays such a critical role to our region as a provider and community leader in affordable healthcare,” Sam Brown, Human Services Group Vice President, said.
Attendees enjoyed a tamale lunch, and participated in a Padres memorabilia auction, helping to raise more than $3,500 for Family Health Centers of San Diego.
“Spirit of the Barrio puts leadership on display as the community shows its support and celebrates success together,” Brown said. “Rancho Mesa's employees are proud to play a small role in these events and Family Health Centers' success stories.”
About Family Health Center’s of San Diego
For over 50 years, Family Health Centers of San Diego’s (FHCSD) mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved persons. To learn more information, please visit www.fhcsd.org.