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Sam Clayton, IV, ARM, CRIS

Vice President, Construction Group

In 2002, Sam joined Rancho Mesa as an Account Executive in the Property and Casualty Department.  In 2009 he became a stockholder in the Agency and was named Vice President.

Sam has targeted the construction and real estate development industries. His focus is helping clients to manage their total costs of risk.

Sam was born and raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia Pennsylvania.  He moved to San Diego in 1998.  He enjoys spending time at the beach with his two daughters, Lola and Elsie.

  • Experience
    Vice President, February 2009 - Present
    Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

    Account Executive, 2002 - February 2009
    Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

    Education
    Bachelor of Science
    Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA


    Designations

    Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
    Construction Risk Insurance Specialists (CRIS)

    Associations & Organizations

    • Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of San Diego
      President, 2021
      President-Elect, 2020
      Secretary/Treasurer, 2019

    • American Subcontractors Association

    • National Electrical Contractors Association

    • East County Posse

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Near Misses Are Often Missed Opportunities
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GPS Tracking Isn’t Enough: One Simple Step Can Protect Your Heavy Equipment from Theft
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Mitigating Risk on the Move: The Case for Third-Party Subhauler Agreements
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Six Ways Contractors Can Prepare for Higher Workers’ Compensation Rates
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How Changes to the Expected Loss Rates Will Impact Concrete Companies
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Workers’ Comp Rate Increases are Here — Are You Prepared?
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Group Captives May Be Contractors’ Solution to Rising Insurance Premiums
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Umbrella vs. Excess Liability: The Key Differences Contractors Need to Know
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The Solution for Distracted Driving: An Effective Fleet Safety Program
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WCIRB Files for Workers’ Comp Rate Increase
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Top 5 OSHA Violation Trends and Solutions
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How Important is Your EMR in the Pre-Qualification Process?
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Understanding the Importance of Subcontractor Warranty Endorsement in General Liability Policies
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Unraveling Residential Exclusions: Navigating General Liability in Construction
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A Deeper Dive Into Professional Liability
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A Brief Discussion on Pollution Liability
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Understanding General Liability Forms and Endorsements
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Mitigating Pollution Liability Exposure
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Contractors Prepare to Bid for $1.2 Trillion in Government Infrastructure Contracts
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Proposal to Include COVID-19 Claims in EMR Calculation is Denied
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Wearable Technology Is the Future of Jobsite Safety
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Top 5 OSHA Violations for 2021
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OSHA Issues ETS Addressing Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination or Testing
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ADR Workers' Compensation Programs Reduce Litigation
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How Increased Material Costs Leave Contractors Underinsured
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Changes on Horizon Likely to Affect Workers’ Compensation
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Construction Industry Faces Challenges Heading into 2021
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COVID-19 Workers Comp Surcharge Coming to California
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Excess/Umbrella Rates Experiencing Alarming Price Jump
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Top 5 Cyber Threats for Contractors

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