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Client Spotlight: Pacific Western Painting Requests Nominations for Paint-It-Forward Campaign

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rnacho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Pacific Western Painting, an Escondido-based painting contractor, truly appreciates the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to serve as police officers, firefighters, EMTs and retired military personnel throughout the San Diego community.

“As a way to honor these heroes and Pay It Forward in Color, we are now accepting Paint-It-Forward nominations for first-responder heroes whose homes or meeting spaces are in need of a fresh coat of paint,” requests the company.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rnacho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Pacific Western Painting, an Escondido-based painting contractor, truly appreciates the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to serve as police officers, firefighters, EMTs and retired military personnel throughout the San Diego community.

“As a way to honor these heroes and Pay It Forward in Color, we are now accepting Paint-It-Forward nominations for first-responder heroes whose homes or meeting spaces are in need of a fresh coat of paint,” requests the company.

The local painting contractor invites the public to nominate police officers, firefighters, EMTs and retired military personnel living in San Diego County. The nominations can be submitted on the company’s Paint-It-Forward webpage.

Nomination must be submitted by December 14, 2018. The winner will be announced on December 19, 2018.

Illustration of the Paint-It-Forward Logo above the American flag with military veterans standing in front.

About Paint-It-Forward.

Across America, painting contractors are joining together to give back to their local communities. The Paint-it-Forward campaign began 10 years ago after ALLBRiGHT Painting participated in ABC’s Extreme Home Makeover. It was so inspirational that they decided to start Paint-It-Forward. Since that time, Paint-It-Forward and similar paint charity programs have been adopted by other painting contractors across the United States and Canada – it has truly grown into a movement!

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Community Spotlight: NAWIC Donates 500 lbs of Food to San Diego Food Bank

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

In November 2018, the NAWIC San Diego Chapter donated at total of 500 pounds of nonperishable food items to the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

In November 2018, the NAWIC San Diego Chapter donated at total of 500 pounds of nonperishable food items to the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank.

Members of the local NAWIC chapter collected food and monetary donations from their employers, coworkers and themselves to amass the large donation.

On November 16, 2018, a substantial donation was presented to John and Tammy from KSON’s morning show at their Food Fund event hosted at Perry’s Café in El Cajon.

“It’s really special to see the local construction industry come together to support such a vital nonprofit organization in San Diego,” said Chase Hixson, Account Executive in the Human Services Group at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services.

Later that day, another 310 pounds of food, along with a monetary donation from Tri State General Contractors, was made at the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank facility in San Diego.

About Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and our North County Food Bank chapter comprise the largest hunger-relief organization in San Diego County. Last year, the Food Bank distributed 28 million pounds of food, and the Food Bank serves, on average, 370,000 people per month in San Diego County. For more information, visit www.sandiegofoodbank.org.

About NAWIC San Diego Chapter

The San Diego Chapter, chartered on April 30, 1959, is very active and involved in the construction industry and the community. Each year the chapter participates in a variety of events including educational seminars and conferences, Women in Construction Week (WIC Week), Block Kids (construction awareness program for children in grades 1 thru 6), CAD/Design/Drafting Contest (High School student activity), Camp NAWIC (a week long program designed to mentor high school girls planning to enter the construction industry), college scholarships, joint meetings with other San Diego professional organizations and various activities with local charities. For more information, visit www.nawicsd.org.

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2019 Legal Update Workshop Video Now Available

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa has released the video presentation from the 2019 Legal Update Workshop that took place on November 1, 2018 at the San Diego Bar Association. The legal update workshop is designed to inform human resources personal and business owners about the most important changes happening in 2019.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa has released the video presentation from the 2019 Legal Update Workshop that took place on November 1, 2018 at the San Diego Bar Association. The legal update workshop is designed to inform human resources personal and business owners about the most important changes happening in 2019.

The workshop covers common employer and human resources pitfalls and solutions. Attorney Alexis S. Gutierrez from Higgs, Fletcher and Mack discussed:

  • Federal Immigration Law (AB 450)

  • Equal Pay Act (AB 2282)

  • Classifying Independent Contractors

  • Data Protections in California - GDPR by 2020

  • Overtime for Non-Exempt Employees

  • Adult Use of Marijuana Act (Proposition 64)

  • Minimum Wage Increases

The presentation is now available in the Risk Management Center for clients to review on-demand.

For questions about viewing the 2019 Legal Updated Workshop video on-demand, contact Alyssa Burley at (619) 438-6869.

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Client Spotlight: Ickler Electric Corporation Honored with ABC Awards

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

At the recent 2018 Associated Builders and Contractors San Diego Chapter (ABC San Diego) Excellence in Construction Awards, Ickler Electric Corporation was honored with the Subcontractor Excellence in Construction (Under $2 million) award for the Illumina Building 6 Fire Turtle Labs project and a Merit award for the Lilly Biotechnology Center.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

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At the recent 2018 Associated Builders and Contractors San Diego Chapter (ABC San Diego) Excellence in Construction Awards, Ickler Electric Corporation was honored with the Subcontractor Excellence in Construction (Under $2 million) award for the Illumina Building 6 Fire Turtle Labs project and a Merit award for the Lilly Biotechnology Center.

“Projects were judged by an independent panel of judges based on a set criteria of safety, innovation, quality of construction, and owner satisfaction,” according to ABC San Diego.

A long-term relationship between Ickler Electric and lllumina has developed into “years of continuous on-site work in nine buildings throughout San Diego,” according to Ickler Electric Corporation’s website.

Congratulations, Ickler Electic Corporation for your continued excellence.

About Ickler Electric Corporation

Ickler Electric Corporation is entering our 31st year of service. We are large enough to have financial stability and vast experience, but still small enough to have a very personal interest in every project. For more information, visit www.icklerelectric.com.

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MAAC Hosts Annual Soirée

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

MAAC, an organization dedicated to maximizing self-sufficiency with families and individuals through high-quality programs and advocacy in our communities, held its annual MAAC Soirée on November 8, 2018 at the Sandbox in San Diego. The event brings MAAC supporters together to celebrate the organization’s impact on the community. Rancho Mesa is honored to support MAAC and its mission.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

MAAC, an organization dedicated to maximizing self-sufficiency with families and individuals through high-quality programs and advocacy in our communities, held its annual MAAC Soirée on November 8, 2018 at the Sandbox in San Diego. The event brings MAAC supporters together to celebrate the organization’s impact on the community. Rancho Mesa is honored to support MAAC and its mission.

Thank you Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies for sharing this moment with Rancho Mesa.

About MAAC

Today, MAAC provides life-changing services to over 35,000 individuals annually throughout San Diego County. Collaboration with community partners ensures MAAC remains on the forefront of the community’s ever-changing needs, while strong relationships with funders foster strategic planning around emerging trends. MAAC’s Pathways of Service — Advocacy & Leadership Development, Economic Development, Education, Health & Well-being, and Housing — support our mission of maximizing self-sufficiency with families and individuals through high-quality programs and advocacy in our communities. For more information, visit www.maacproject.org.

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Rancho Mesa Supports Breast Cancer Awareness

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. supports breast cancer awareness through helping to promote the Susan G. Komen San Diego organization.

On the cover of the October 29 - November 4, 2018 issue of the San Diego Business Journal, due to local companies like Rancho Mesa, the Susan G. Komen San Diego organization was featured to bring awareness to its very important mission.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. supports breast cancer awareness through helping to promote the Susan G. Komen San Diego organization.

On the cover of the October 29 - November 4, 2018 issue of the San Diego Business Journal, due to local companies like Rancho Mesa, the Susan G. Komen San Diego organization was featured to bring awareness to its very important mission.

Cover of October 29, 2018 - November 4, 2018 San Diego Business Journal showing women in pick with logos of companies that support breast cancer awareness.

About Susan G. Komen

In San Diego, six women a day are diagnosed with breast cancer and unfortunately one woman a day passes away from this disease. However, we know early detection and effective treatment provide the best chance of survival from breast cancer. And that’s what our work at Susan G. Komen San Diego is all about. We are the only organization that studies San Diego County to identify the gaps in breast cancer care and the barriers to health access. We created San Diego’s only Breast Health Collaborative to ensure breast health professionals work together to bridge the gaps, identify best practices and provide a unified voice about the unmet needs of San Diego County. Komen San Diego’s work is about improving the law, changing systems, removing barriers and most importantly, elevating the women and men directly impacted by breast cancer. Komen San Diego provides free mammograms, biopsies, ultrasounds, care coordination, education and financial assistance for breast cancer patients’ most critical needs during treatment. Susan G. Komen is the largest nonprofit funder of breast cancer research outside of the U.S. government. Nearly 40 percent of our research investment is focused on metastatic disease and much of that investment has been awarded to scientists in San Diego. To learn more, visit www.komensandiego.org.

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Rancho Mesa Wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

As the beginning of the holiday season is upon us, Rancho Mesa would like to express its gratitude for its relationships with clients and industry partners throughout the year.

“All of us here at Rancho Mesa, just want to wish you and your family a very happy and safe Thanksgiving,” Dave Garcia, President, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

As the beginning of the holiday season is upon us, Rancho Mesa would like to express its gratitude for its relationships with clients and industry partners throughout the year.

“All of us here at Rancho Mesa, just want to wish you and your family a very happy and safe Thanksgiving,” Dave Garcia, President, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the Rancho Mesa office will be closed Thursday, November 22-23, 2018.

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Employee Spotlight: John Parker Earns CRIS Designation

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

John Parker, an Account Manager at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, recently earned his Construction Risk Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designation through the International Risk Management Institute.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

John Parker Headshot.

John Parker, an Account Manager at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, recently earned his Construction Risk Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designation through the International Risk Management Institute.

“The Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS®) program is a specialized curriculum focusing on the insurance and risk management needs of construction projects and contractors,” according to IRMI.

As a member of the Rancho Mesa Construction Group, John’s training has allowed him to gain a specialized expertise in both construction insurance and risk management that will directly benefit his construction clients.

Congratulations, John!

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NAWIC San Diego Releases Pacific Southwest Fall Conference Video

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) San Diego Chapter released its 2018 Pacific Southwest Fall Conference video on Monday, November 5, 2018. The event took place at The Dana on Mission Bay in San Diego, CA and hosted nearly 100 attendees.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) San Diego Chapter released its 2018 Pacific Southwest Fall Conference video on Monday, November 5, 2018. The event took place at The Dana on Mission Bay in San Diego, CA and hosted nearly 100 attendees.

The video includes interviews with the Regional Director, the San Diego Chapter’s immediate Past President and attendees.

Watch the video for an inside look at 2018 NAWIC PSW Fall Conference.

Rancho Mesa is proud to support the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC).

About NAWIC San Diego Chapter 21

The San Diego Chapter, chartered on April 30, 1959, is very active and involved in the construction industry and the community. Each year the chapter participates in a variety of events including educational seminars and conferences, Women in Construction Week (WIC Week), Block Kids (construction awareness program for children in grades 1 thru 6), CAD/Design/Drafting Contest (High School student activity), Camp NAWIC (a week long program designed to mentor high school girls planning to enter the construction industry), college scholarships, joint meetings with other San Diego professional organizations and various activities with local charities. For more information, visit nawicsd.org.

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It's Triplets Day at Rancho Mesa

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Tuesday, November 6, 2018 started off like any other day at Rancho Mesa. Co-workers said their morning hellos, while greeting each other with a smile.

However, it didn’t take very for an awkward pattern to develop. Not two, but three people showed up to the office wearing the same shirt!

Kevin Howard, Sam Clayton and Casey Craig were accidental triplets for the day. We think they secretly enjoyed the extra attention.

Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Tuesday, November 6, 2018 started off like any other day at Rancho Mesa. Co-workers said their morning hellos, while greeting each other with a smile.

However, it didn’t take very long for an awkward pattern to develop. Not two, but three people showed up to the office wearing the same shirt!

Kevin Howard, Sam Clayton and Casey Craig were accidental triplets for the day. We think they secretly enjoyed the extra attention.

Kevin Howard, Sam Clayton, and Casey Craig wearing the same black golf shirt with a grey horizontal stripe.
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