Rancho Mesa News
Rancho Mesa's Sam Brown Presents at Accounting and Financial Women's Alliance
On Thursday, February 16, Sam Brown, Vice President, Human Services Group at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, presented2017 Workers’ Comp Updates, How it Affects CA Employers to the Accounting and Financial Women’s Alliance, San Diego Chapter (AFWA) at the Bali Hai Restaurant.
On Thursday, February 16, Sam Brown, Vice President, Human Services Group at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, presented2017 Workers’ Comp Updates, How it Affects CA Employers to the Accounting and Financial Women’s Alliance, San Diego Chapter (AFWA) at the Bali Hai Restaurant.
Mr. Brown covered the most prominent changes to the California Workers’ Compensation system to help decision makers navigate their policy renewals and plan 2017 safety efforts. Such topics included AB 2883’s changes to the definition of “employee”, First Aid reporting requirements, the 2017 Experience Modification Formula change, and the impact of Proposition 64 (recreational Marijuana) in the workplace.
The AFWA was formed in 1938 originally as the American Society of Women Accountants (ASWA) with the goal of increasing the opportunities for women in all fields of accounting and finance. The first chapter was chartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The mission of the San Diego chapter of AFWA is to enable women in all accounting and related fields to achieve their full personal, professional and economic potential and to contribute to the future development of their profession.
Please contact Sam Brown at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services if you have questions about the presentation topics or wish to inquire about future speaking engagements.
Rancho Mesa Sponsors Kiwanis Club of San Diego Drive Out Hunger Golf Classic
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was pleased to help sponsor the Kiwanis Club of San Diego Drive Out Hunger Golf Classic on February 17, 2017, as it benefited the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank's vital Military Initiative! Feeding the working poor and military personnel, that need assistance, is a primary goal of the San Diego Food Bank and a cause that Rancho Mesa is committed to supporting
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Image courtesy of Kiwanis of San Diego and the San Diego Food Bank.
Rancho Mesa was pleased to help sponsor the Kiwanis Club of San Diego Drive Out Hunger Golf Classic on February 17, 2017, as it benefited the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank’s vital Military Initiative! Feeding the working poor and military personnel, that need assistance, is a primary goal of the San Diego Food Bank and a cause that Rancho Mesa is committed to supporting
Rancho Mesa President Dave Garcia, Executive VP Daniel Frazee, NALP Program Director Drew Garcia and the Director of Employee Benefits Brian Armstrong all participated, along with Bob Caya of Standard Drywall in the day’s events.
The tournament took place on the stunning Maderas Golf Course, tucked away amidst the rolling hills of north San Diego and listed in Golf Digest's Top 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses. Funds raised benefit the hunger-relief programs of the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank & North County Food Bank.
Employee Spotlight: Drew Garcia, NALP Safety Committee Member
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. is dedicated to making a difference on the risk management front; thus, Drew Garcia joined the National Association of Landscape Professionals Safety Committee, in March of 2016.
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. is dedicated to making a difference on the risk management front; thus, Drew Garcia joined the National Association of Landscape Professionals Safety Committee, in March of 2016.
Committee members come from some of the most successful landscape companies throughout the country; and, they participate in conferences throughout the year in an attempt to continually find solutions to industry specific hazards and injuries.
Once a year, the committee meets in Louisville Kentucky at “LANDSCAPES” to review and prepare for the upcoming campaign.
"The most rewarding aspect, to me, is seeing the commitment from the other committee volunteers who speak with the same passion as we collectively collaborate to make an impact on the industry." Drew Garcia, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Proud Member:
Rancho Mesa Kicks Off the New Year at its Annual Meeting
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. held its annual Kick Off Meeting on Friday, January 13, 2017 at the Brigantine restaurant in La Mesa, CA. President and CEO Dave Garcia presented the “State of the Company” address, at the event. He spoke about the company’s success in 2016 by reaching its impressive goals. And, true to form, Dave praised his team for their hard work and dedication.
Author Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. held its annual Kick Off Meeting on Friday, January 13, 2017 at the Brigantine restaurant in La Mesa, CA. President and CEO Dave Garcia presented the “State of the Company” address, at the event. He spoke about the company’s success in 2016 by reaching its impressive goals. And, true to form, Dave praised his team for their hard work and dedication.
The room was filled with a positive energy, as Dave reviewed the team’s 2016 achievements. He addressed one goal after another, as they were all met or exceeded expectations.
Team members also awarded for their participation in the company’s health and wellness program.
Dave expressed his enthusiasm for the 2017 year, as he highlighted some very exciting projects that are on the horizon. 2017 should be an exciting year for Rancho Mesa.
Photos by Alyssa Burley.
About Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and nonprofit/social services. They provide their clients with risk management services, comprehensive insurance programs, bonding, employee benefits, and industry specific training. For more information, visit www.RanchoMesa.com.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. Named "Best Practices" Agency 10th Consecutive Year
Santee, CA. – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the Tenth consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
Santee, CA. – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the Tenth consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
An Agency must first be nominated by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big I) and then must submit detailed financial and operational information which is analyzed, scored, and ranked objectively based on operational excellence including outstanding customer services, growth, stability, and financial management.
Of the 37,500 independent insurance agencies in the country only 254 are selected as a “Best Practices” agency. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of twelve to earn the distinction.
About Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and nonprofit/social services. They provide their clients with risk management services, comprehensive insurance programs, bonding, employee benefits, and industry specific training.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. retains "Best Practices" Agency Status For the 9th Consecutive Year.
SANTEE, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. has retained its status, for the 9th consecutive year, as a “Best Practices” agency. Once every three years the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) asks insurance companies, state association affiliates, and other industry organizations to nominate for each of the study revenue categories those agencies they consider to be among the better, more professional agencies in the industry.
SANTEE, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. has retained its status, for the 9th consecutive year, as a “Best Practices” agency. Once every three years the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) asks insurance companies, state association affiliates, and other industry organizations to nominate for each of the study revenue categories those agencies they consider to be among the better, more professional agencies in the industry.
The nominated agencies are then invited to participate. They must be willing to share key business practices/ philosophies and to complete an in‐depth survey detailing their financial and operational year‐end results. Those results are then scored and ranked objectively for inclusion on the basis of operational excellence. The selected “Best Practices” agencies retain their status during the three‐year cycle by submitting extensive financial and operational data for review each year.
Only 196 independent agencies throughout the U.S. retained their status for 2015. To be chosen, the agency had to be among the top 30‐40 top performing agencies in one of six revenue categories. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of eleven agencies to earn the distinction.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and nonprofit/social services. They provide their clients with comprehensive insurance programs, risk management services, bonding, employee benefits and industry specific training.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. Names IIABA's Best Practices Agency For 8th Consecutive Year
SANTEE, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. has retained its status, for the eighth consecutive year, as a “Best Practices” agency. Last year, which marked the start of a new three-year study cycle, more than 1,100 independent agencies throughout the U.S. were nominated to take part in the annual study, but only 217 agencies qualified for the honor. To be chosen, the agency had to be among the 35-45 top-performing agencies in one of six revenue categories. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of twelve agencies to earn the distinction.
SANTEE, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. has retained its status, for the eighth consecutive year, as a “Best Practices” agency. Last year, which marked the start of a new three-year study cycle, more than 1,100 independent agencies throughout the U.S. were nominated to take part in the annual study, but only 217 agencies qualified for the honor. To be chosen, the agency had to be among the 35-45 top-performing agencies in one of six revenue categories. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of twelve agencies to earn the distinction.
The agency was nominated by either an IIABA affiliated state association or an insurance company and qualified based on its operational excellence.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and nonprofit/social services. They provide their clients with comprehensive insurance programs, risk management services, bonding, employee benefits and industry specific training. #
2014 Hourly Wage Threshold Increases
The WCIRB (Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau) has just released the 2014 filings and there are some changes that may impact your business. Effective with your 2014 renewal, the following hourly wage thresholds have been increased. These changes could directly affect your overall premium cost so please review the table below for the potential impact to your company.
The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau (WCIRB) has just released the 2014 filings and there are some changes that may impact your business. Effective with your 2014 renewal, the following hourly wage thresholds have been increased. These changes could directly affect your overall premium cost so please review the table below for the potential impact to your company.
| Classification Code | Description | 2014 Wage Threshold | 2013 Wage Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5183/5187 | Plumbing / Refrigeration Equipment | $26.00 | $24.00 |
| 5190/5140 | Electrical Wiring | $30.00 | $28.00 |
| 5484/5485 | Plastering/Stucco Work | $27.00 | $25.00 |
| 5538/5542 | Sheet Metal Work | $27.00 | $25.00 |
| 6218/6220 | Grading/Excavation | $30.00 | $26.00 |
| 6307/6308 | Sewer Construction | $30.00 | $26.00 |
| 6315/6316 | Water/Gas Mains | $30.00 | $26.00 |
Please feel free to give your broker a call should you wish to discuss these changes and their impact to you in greater detail.
Rancho Mesa Named "Best Practices" Agency For 7th Consecutive Year
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the seventh consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the seventh consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
An Agency must first be nominated by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big I) and then must submit detailed financial and operational information which is analyzed, scored, and ranked objectively based on operational excellence including outstanding customer services, growth, stability, and financial management.
Of the 37,500 independent insurance agencies in the country only 216 are selected as a “Best Practices” agency. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of fifteen to earn the distinction.
About Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and non-profit/social services. They provide their clients with risk management services, comprehensive insurance programs, bonding, employee benefits, and industry specific training.
Rancho Mesa Named "Best Practices" Agency For 6th Consecutive Year
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the sixth consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
Santee, CA – Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. continues, for the sixth consecutive year, to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies throughout the United States that have been selected as a “Best Practices” agency.
An Agency must first be nominated by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (Big I) and then must submit detailed financial and operational information which is analyzed, scored, and ranked objectively based on operational excellence including outstanding customer services, growth, stability, and financial management.
Of the 37,500 independent insurance agencies in the country only 224 are selected as a “Best Practices” agency. In California, Rancho Mesa is one of fifteen to earn the distinction.
About Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa was founded in 1998 and is regarded as a leading Southern California insurance agency with recognized expertise in construction and non-profit/social services. They provide their clients with risk management services, comprehensive insurance programs, bonding, employee benefits, and industry specific training.