Rancho Mesa News
RM365 Advantage Safety Star Program™ Expands to Offer Modules Specific to Human Services
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.
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.
Today Rancho Mesa is excited to announce that they have done just that, and expanded the RM365 Advantage Safety Star Program to offer modules specific to Non-Profit/Social Services. All participants will take the Accident Investigation and Analysis module while choosing several additional modules from Patient & Resident Handling, Office Workstation Ergonomics, Safe Lifting, Bloodborne Pathogens, and 15-Passenger Van Safety, to name a few.
“Clients love the Safety Star program,” said Sam Brown, Vice President of the Human Services Group at Rancho Mesa, "because industry leaders have identified the topics that have the greatest impact on employee safety. The homework has been done; now, clients benefit.”
Sending management through the RM365 Advantage Safety Star Program can give a company a competitive advantage in the insurance marketplace, reduce the probability of claims, and lower its overall insurance costs.
To enroll in the RM365 Advantage Safety Star Program, visit www.ranchomesa.com/rm365-advantage-safety-star-program and fill out the application.
For more information, please contact Alyssa Burley at (619) 438-6869.
Rancho Mesa Walks for Charity
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
At the office we sit at the desk quite a bit. If you’re not careful the only time you are getting up throughout the day is at your break and lunch. So, about four years ago Rancho Mesa started a routine as part of their Health and Wellness Program. The daily walks, also known as the 7th Inning Stretch, provide an opportunity for the staff to get away from their desks, get moving, and enjoy the outdoors. This year employees wanted to expand the benefits of the 7th Inning Stretch outside of the office.
Author, Lauren Stumpf, Media Communications Assistant, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
WHAT IS THE 7TH INNING STRETCH?
At the office we sit at the desk quite a bit. If you’re not careful the only time you are getting up throughout the day is at your break and lunch. So, about four years ago Rancho Mesa started a routine as part of their Health and Wellness Program. The daily walks, also known as the 7th Inning Stretch, provide an opportunity for the staff to get away from their desks, get moving, and enjoy the outdoors. Every day at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. a song will play throughout the Rancho Mesa office and when that song concludes, everyone that wants to participate will stand up from their desk, walk to the front door, and head out for some fresh air. Employees walk to the end of the street, turn around and walk back, totaling a distance of a little over a half of a mile. When returning to the office, employees grab a marble. At the end of each quarter they turn in all the marbles collected from each walk. Prizes are awarded based on the number of marbles each person has earned.
This not only gives staff the opportunity to get up and moving, but it gives them the chance to talk and get to know fellow employees. This has been the biggest success with the 7th Inning Stretch; the moral, the culture of our office that has increased as we get to know each other more each day.
HOW IT STARTED
Former employee Dede Pyle proposed the 7th Inning Stretch to Rancho Mesa in November 2014, as a means to stay healthy and focused during the agency’s 01/01 crunch, which is the busiest time of year in the insurance industry. The goal was to raise the energy level in a healthy, non-stressful way, have quality time away from the workstation and create camaraderie within the agency. In addition to the twice daily walks, Rancho Mesa provides healthy snacks on Tuesday, also known as Healthy Snack Tuesday which is an alternative to the vending machine snacks.
“RMI’s 7th Inning Stretch success could not have occurred without the tremendous support of Dave Garcia and the staff. Can you name another company who rewards their employees for time away from their desks?" said Dede Pyle.
WHAT’S NEW IN 2019?
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services Inc. believes it is extremely important to support efforts within the community. Rancho Mesa currently works with over 40 local non-profits and has donated over $1 million in the last 20 years. This year employees wanted to expand the benefits of the 7th Inning Stretch outside of the office. Now employees walk for a local non-profit in lieu of individual gifts. From the 40+ non-profits that Rancho Mesa supports, employees will pick one per quarter to walk for. At the end of the quarter and once the walk goal has been met, Rancho Mesa will donate $1,000 on behalf of their employees, to the non-profit chosen for the quarter.
Employees of Rancho Mesa say, “TOGETHER WE WALK – TOGETHER WE GIVE!”
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.
Rancho Mesa Bowls for Charity at IICF 11th Annual Tournament
Auther, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa’s Yvonne Gallagher, John Parker, Jeremy Hoolihan and Sam Brown participated in the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) 11th Annual Bowling for Charity tournament on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Kearny Mesa Bowl.
Auther, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa’s Yvonne Gallagher, John Parker, Jeremy Hoolihan and Sam Brown participated in the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) 11th Annual Bowling for Charity tournament on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Kearny Mesa Bowl.
The annual event raises funds to support grants, volunteer service and leadership to local nonprofit organizations.
About Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation
The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) helps communities and enriches lives by uniting the collective strengths of the insurance industry in providing grants, volunteer service and leadership to local nonprofit organizations. for more information, visit www.iicf.org.
Understanding California’s New Class Codes and Rates Webinar
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Wednesday, September 26, 2018, Chase Hixson and Sam Brown, insurance brokers at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, presented a critically important webinar on six newly proposed class codes targeting nonprofits, healthcare, social services, and schools.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Wednesday, September 26, 2018, Chase Hixson and Sam Brown, insurance brokers at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, presented a critically important webinar on six newly proposed class codes targeting nonprofits, healthcare, social services, and schools.
Mr. Hixson and Mr. Brown outlined the impact to California employers and why the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau proposed such profound change to the existing classification system. To follow that information, they detailed how the changes will offer both disadvantages and benefits to Rancho Mesa clients.
“Crafting a successful strategy that is unique to each client will dictate whether the new classifications will help or hurt clients,” notes Mr. Hixson. “The key is in the planning and execution of the strategy.”
The webinar’s audience also learned which operations will fall into each of the new class codes and the nuances to each.
Lastly, the two presenters touched on Rancho Mesa’s strategy to help clients navigate reclassification and a timeline that will yield the best results.
For more information, please contact Sam Brown or Chase Hixson at (619)937-0164.
Behind the Scenes with Rancho Mesa's Film Crew
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
We’re taking you behind the scenes of some of our most recent media projects. Rancho Mesa’s Media Communications department has been working to produce quality, informative and relevant videos.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
We’re taking you behind the scenes of some of our most recent media projects. Rancho Mesa’s Media Communications department has been working to produce quality, informative and relevant videos.
Drew Garcia, Vice President, Landscape Group, at Rancho Mesa recently filmed the upcoming ExMod Webinar in the Rancho Mesa studio. The live viewing will be on October 4, 2018 at 8:30 am PST.
Sam Brown, Vice President, Human Services Group and Chase Hixson, Account Executive at Rancho Mesa co-hosted the “Understanding California’s New Class Codes and Rates” live webinar on Wednesday, September 26, 2018.
Daniel Frazee, Executive Vice President at Rancho Mesa recently spoke at an ICW Group event. He covered in detail the important role risk consultants can play in developing a strong relationship with employers.
These videos and many more are available in the video gallery or the Rancho Mesa Workshop & Webinar Video Library that is accessible through the Risk Management Center.
We hope you’ve have enjoyed a few behind the scenes pictures of our recent videos and look forward to many more to come.
Vigilance Risk Solutions Delivers Active Shooter Awareness and Preparedness Workshop
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
On Wednesday, August 8, 2018, Ty Smith from Vigilance Risk Solutions (VRS) presented the Active Shooter Awareness and Preparedness workshop for Rancho Mesa Insurance Services clients.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Ty Smith from Vigilance Risk Solutions giving a presentation at the Active Shooter Awareness and Preparedness workshop.
On Wednesday, August 8, 2018, Ty Smith from Vigilance Risk Solutions (VRS) presented the Active Shooter Awareness and Preparedness workshop for Rancho Mesa Insurance Services clients.
This dynamic two-hour course covered the evolution of the active shooter threat, industry trend evaluations, how to spot a potential threat, psychology of a shooter, the vigilance mindset, run-hide-fight, decision making, supervisor responsibilities and so much more.
"This was easily the most important workshop we've had all year," said Sam Brown, Vice President of the Human Services Group at Rancho Mesa Insurance. "I can't wait to have VRS back and I have no doubt that we will fill the room again."
About Vigilance Risk Solutions
Vigilance Risk Solutions offers industry-leading risk mitigation services to organizations large and small through an effective three-step approach. This process is a proven pathway to the layered and holistic security required to protect people, assets, operations, and reputation. For more information, visit www.vigilancerisk.com.
Sam Brown Presents Risk Management Techniques and Strategies to Nonprofit Leaders
Nonprofit leaders gathered from far and wide at the University of San Diego Nonprofit Institute’s 14th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium on January 26th and 27th, 2018.
This year’s theme, People, Place and Performance: The Triple Bottom Line for Nonprofit Governance, provided attendees and speakers alike with the inspiration needed to make it the best nonprofit symposium in recent memory.
Nonprofit leaders gathered from far and wide at the University of San Diego Nonprofit Institute’s 14th Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium on January 26th and 27th, 2018.
This year’s theme, People, Place and Performance: The Triple Bottom Line for Nonprofit Governance, provided attendees and speakers alike with the inspiration needed to make it the best nonprofit symposium in recent memory.
Sam Brown, Vice President, Human Services Group at Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, offered insight into risk management for nonprofit leaders during his presentation titled "Risk Management: Strategy & Tools to Protect Vital Assets."
“I asked the workshop’s attendees to view risk management as an evaluation and decision-making tool when encountering uncertainty. Yes, we want to reduce the chance of an event that could harm a nonprofit’s objectives, but uncertainty can also provide opportunity. In other words, some risk-taking is worth the opportunity to further the Mission,” explains Sam.
Aside from offering terrific networking opportunities, USD states “the purpose of the Annual Nonprofit Governance Symposium is to highlight current best practices, lessons learned from the field, and trends in effective nonprofit and philanthropic board leadership, as well as board recruitment and retention.”
“I found the event to be truly top notch,” commented Sam. “It’s exciting to visit with leaders in our field of expertise. So many great ideas and experiences were shared. I’m just happy to contribute to the community.”
USD’s Nonprofit Institute will hold its next event in Fall of 2018.
Rancho Mesa Offers Specialized NonProfit Risk Management Center
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc., specializing in Nonprofit and Human Services since 1989, recently added The Nonprofit Risk Management Center, headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, to its already strong compliment of Nonprofit and Human Services risk management resources. This unique tool allows Rancho Mesa to identity its clients’ exposures within their individual missions and address potential shortcomings in existing risk management plans.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Image courtesy of The Nonprofit Risk Management Center
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc., specializing in Nonprofit and Human Services since 1989, recently added The Nonprofit Risk Management Center, headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, to its already strong compliment of Nonprofit and Human Services risk management resources. This unique tool allows Rancho Mesa to identity its clients’ exposures within their individual missions and address potential shortcomings in existing risk management plans.
“The cost of an insurance claim to a nonprofit often extends beyond repairing property or medical bills”, notes Sam Brown, Vice President Human Services Group at Rancho Mesa. “Exhausted employee capital, damage to decade’s worth of goodwill in the community, and the slowing of private donations can all happen in a matter of days. The Nonprofit Risk Management Center helps Rancho Mesa clients avoid claims and unforeseen costs.”
“We enable nonprofit leaders to identify and manage risks that threaten their missions and operations, while empowering them to leverage opportunities and take bold, mission-advancing risks,” according to NonprofitRisk.org.
Rancho Mesa now offers its clients the following resources:
- My Risk Assessment: Each question and answer module identifies risk, notes gaps, and offers specific advice.
- Risk Help: Unlimited risk management advice by phone or email,
- My Risk Management Policies: Online access to 100+ customizable risk management templates.
- My Risk Management Plan: Online access to customizable modules; includes employment practices, harm to clients, transportation, alcohol service policy, volunteer management and financial management.
- Webinar vault (150+ videos): Sample topics include Legal Risk, Financial Risk, and Children & Family Services
Please contact Sam Brown or Chase Hixson to learn how Rancho Mesa Insurance Services and the Nonprofit Risk Management Center can protect your organization’s interests.
Employee Spotlight: Sam Brown Named 2017 Emerging Leader of the Year by IIAB San Diego
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services' Sam Brown was awarded the 2017 Emerging Leader of the Year award by the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers (IIAB) San Diego Chapter at the organization's annual Greater San Diego Insurance Day (I-Day) trade fair and seminar. The event was held at the Town & Country Resort and Convention Center in Mission Valley on Wednesday, May 24, 2017.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services' Sam Brown was awarded the 2017 Emerging Leader of the Year award by the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers (IIAB) San Diego Chapter at the organization's annual Greater San Diego Insurance Day (I-Day) trade fair and seminar. The event was held at the Town & Country Resort and Convention Center in Mission Valley on Wednesday, May 24, 2017.
Sam Brown served as the organization's 2015 President and continues to be involved in the association.
Other highlights from the event included the keynote speaker, Chief Deputy District Attorney Summer Stephan and a continuing education course.
About IIAB
The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of San Diego (IIAB San Diego) has served the interests of local Independent Insurance Agents since 1934. As the industry has changed, so have the projects, involvement and goals of this association. IIAB San Diego actively participates in and conducts regular continuing education sessions. Greater San Diego Insurance Day (I-DAY) is the largest one-day trade fair and seminar in the State of California. IIAB San Diego have supported local organizations such as the San Diego Safety Council’s Stamp Out Crime Committee, the San Diego Fire Department’s S.A.F.E. Program, the San Diego Child Care Coalition, a junior high school level essay contest, and the Insurance Vocational Education Student Training program (InVEST) at both the high school and college level, the San Diego Burn Institute, and San Diego Brain Tumor Society.