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Doug Snow

President

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  • Doug began his career in Insurance working at Fireman’s Fund in the Commercial Lines Department. While there he met Dick Walton, who was then President of Beehive Insurance. Dick recognized Doug’s talent and strong work ethic and invited him to come to work at Beehive.

    In 1979, Doug began his career at Beehive Insurance Agency working for Dick Walton. He soon began specializing in providing coverage and surety bonds for the construction industry as well as all other lines of commercial insurance.

    Doug became the President and CEO of Beehive Insurance in 1992, succeeding Dick Walton. In the late ’90s and early 2000s, Doug took advantage of several opportunities to build the agency by adding talented career producers. The success of Beehive can be attributed to Doug and his passion for building a strong team of dedicated employees who are always willing to go the extra mile, and who bring the highest standards of integrity to the insurance industry.

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    Aaron Griffith

    Vice President

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  • Aaron began his insurance career in 1995 when he was hired as a Customer Service Representative in a local Salt Lake City Allstate Insurance office. He got licensed that same year and was tutored for the next 3 years by George Dickson, a 20 year veteran of the business, and a true gentleman. In 1997 Aaron graduated from the University of Utah with a Bachelors Degree in Economics. In 1998 He opened his own Commercial Insurance agency as a direct writer for The Hartford Insurance Company, exclusively serving small businesses. In 2002 he joined Beehive Insurance drawn by the exceptional leadership of Doug Snow, and access to all of the insurance markets that a larger firm can offer. In 2013 Aaron was awarded, "Agent of the Year" by the Utah Association of Independent Insurance Agents.

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    Adam Snow

    Vice President

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  • Adam Snow joined Beehive in March 2011. Before and during college, Adam worked as a general supervisor at a local water park, an intern at Geneva Rock Products, and as a sales representative and graphic designer at a printing center. After finishing school he did an internship at Workers Compensation Fund of Utah learning about the ins and outs of workers compensation insurance. Those experiences have helped him gain a better understanding of the risks businesses face and from what they need protection.

    In his role at Beehive, Adam works with businesses of all types helping them find insurance solutions that fit their needs. He also specializes in both commercial and contract surety bonding.

    What is your greatest accomplishment?

    Training for, and completing my very first marathon in 2010.  Although the real accomplishment was just being able to walk afterward!

    Who is your favorite musician or band?

    Alter Bridge! Best band in the land!

    What is the craziest/most exciting thing you've ever done?

    Getting a guitar lesson from my favorite guitarist.  That was an incredible experience!

    Brady Thorn

    Senior Vice President

    Brady started in the insurance and bonding industry in 2007, with a special focus on contractors. Brady’s family has had a strong presence in the state of Utah within the construction community since the 1950’s. He likes the hard work the industry demands, and the reward of being able to see contractors change how the world looks. Brady works with all types of contractors on both insurance and surety bonding, such as subcontractors, specialty contractors, suppliers, and general contractors-both residential and commercial. He works closely with his clients in providing solutions to challenging exposures, such as multi-family, condo exposures and potential construction defect exposures. He writes all lines of insurance coverages for the commercial and residential sectors, including WRAP policies, both OCIP’s and CCIPS in some of Utah’s larger residential projects and multi-family projects.

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    Brent Austin

    Account Executive

    Brent joined the transportation team at Beehive Insurance in 2020 after several years in transportation-related support fields. Prior to joining Beehive, Brent worked in the Banking and Finance industries since 2004 and has been in Underwriting and Portfolio Management positions since 2008. His experience comes with companies such as Bank of Utah, Transportation Alliance Bank (TAB Bank), and England Carrier Services, a financial services division of England Logistics and CR England.
    Brent strives to bring the best service possible to his clients through analyzing the client’s needs and making sure that they are not only getting the best coverage possible, but the best customer support as well. Through his experience in the Banking, Finance, and Transportation fields, Brent is able to bring value-add ideas as he consults with both small and large trucking companies.

    Brent graduated from Utah State University (GO AGGIES!) and enjoys attending as many basketball and football games as he can. He is fluent in Spanish, a skill which has been very useful over the years in providing service to Spanish-speaking clients.

    Brent tries to find humor in life, which leads him to watch a lot of Seinfeld and The Office. When at home, he tries to balance watching baseball and basketball with attending ballet recitals for his three girls. He is married to the love of his life, Natasha, who has a degree in Culinary Arts and is a private chef, so he is also the taste-tester for a lot of delicious recipes.

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    Cameron Morgan

    Cameron Morgan

    Account Executive

    As part of the Employee Benefits team at Beehive Insurance, Cameron brings over 13 years of small business ownership experience to the table. He has built and sold 2 different businesses from the ground up, in both the service & manufacturing industries. This allows him a unique ability to view the Benefits election process through the lens of our clients. Cameron is passionate about helping other businesses of any size achieve their vision by providing clear, strategic solutions.
    Cameron has known his beautiful wife since Middle School, and they have 3 amazing kids & one OK dog. He is happiest spending time with all of them in the great outdoors Mountain biking, Fishing, and exploring new areas to camp away from tourists.

    What is your favorite movie?
    The Shawshank Redemption

    What is the craziest/most exciting thing you've ever done?
    Survived a moose charge

    Words you live by...
    Commitment is doing the thing you said you would do long after the mood you said it in has left you.

    Corey Ford

    Senior Account Executive

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  • Corey has been with Beehive since August of 2008. He specializes mainly in providing insurance for commercial businesses. After completing his BS degree from Weber State University in Technical Sales, Corey spent more than 15 years in sales and sales management for well-known companies like Franklin Covey, Marketstar, Cisco and RIM. He also spent three years as a trainer and small business consultant specializing in sales, leadership and customer service.

    Corey’s goal is to be more than just an insurance agent to each client but to become more of a trusted advisor through investing the time to fully understand their business and form long-term relationships. Read full biography...

    Dave Comer

    Senior Account Executive

    Dave has been in the insurance business since 1999 and specializes in the construction industry. He loves his job most when he has really helped his clients make proactive changes that relieve stress, provide direction, and ultimately increase the bottom line. When he is not working he enjoys spending most of his spare time with his wife and 3 kids who keep him busy with basketball, swimming, bike rides, video games, and coaching softball. Dave is a huge fan of the Utah Jazz, and will never tire of watching Seinfeld! Most of all he appreciates the friends he has developed because of his insurance career and looks forward to creating many more valued relationships in the years to come.

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    Jeremy Stucki

    Jeremy Stucki

    Account Executive

    Jeremy joined Beehive Insurance in 2019 as part of the Trucking Specialists and has been in the insurance industry for 12 years. He was born and raised in Idaho where he met his wife, Nicole, while attending BYU-Idaho. They now have three daughters: Taylor, Sadie, and Raigen, and a son, Garrett. Jeremy and his family enjoy the outdoors and try to get away as much as possible to enjoy it. Jeremy especially enjoys hunting and fishing. He graduated from BYU-Idaho with a bachelor's degree and really enjoys relationships and interacting with all types of people within the insurance industry.

    Jim Dickson

    Vice President

    Jim grew up in the insurance business, as his father and grandfather (also named James Dickson) were insurance agents here in Utah. His specialty is commercial insurance for all types of businesses including contractors, trucking companies, manufacturers, and distributors.

    After graduating from the U of U Jim worked as an intern with the Aetna Life Insurance Company for two years. As an intern, he was able to learn the finer points of employee benefits including group health and specialty life insurance products.

    In 1990 he was awarded the Young Agent of the Year award by the Independent Insurance Agents of Utah. Subsequently, he served on the board of the Professional Insurance Agents of Utah and was the President of the PIA in 1996 and was awarded the Agent of the Year that same year. Jim has worked at Beehive Insurance since July of 2003. In January 2018, Jim was named a Vice President at Beehive.

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    Joanie Hardcastle

    Senior Account Executive

    Joanie joined Beehive Insurance Agency in 2018. She brings with her over 20 years of experience in the Health Insurance Industry with specific attention to client relations. Her experience gives her the ability to easily relate to the struggles HR Managers face and helps to alleviate the pressures that surround health insurance. Joanie’s experience along with a broad-based knowledge in the health care industry allows her to resolve client concerns with a quick, professional resolution.

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    Kent Josephson

    Senior Account Executive

    Before joining Beehive, Kent began his Insurance career in 1979 working alongside his father, Dale Josephson, until Dale passed away in 1997. In January 1998 Kent and two other agents formed another agency that Kent helped manage until he joined Beehive September 1, 2012.

    Kent writes all lines of insurance including personal lines, commercial lines, bonding, and benefits, including life and health.

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    L. Kay Howland

    Senior Account Executive

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  • Kay began his own property and casualty insurance agency in 1989 at Sorensen Insurance Agency. He moved his agency to Grant-Hatch & Associates in 1996 to focus solely on commercial insurance. Kay spent another 5 years running and operating his own agency, Granite Insurance Group, Inc. before joining Beehive Insurance in October of 2006. Kay has received his Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC) designation from the National Alliance for Insurance Education. Kay has earned his Certified Workers Compensation Advisor designation from the Institute of Work Comp Professionals in 2011. Kay has served as President of the Independent Insurance Agents of Salt Lake and as President of the Utah Independent Insurance Agent, in 2010. Kay was awarded the Independent Insurance Agent of Year by the Utah Independent Insurance Association in 2012. For close to three decades Kay has worked diligently to provide comprehensive insurance programs and risk management services for business owners around the Mountain West. Over the past several years Kay has added additional expertise and training to help business owners master and control their workers compensation costs. Kay and his wife Rebecca currently live in Riverton, Utah. They enjoy spending time with their six children who all live close and their 7 grandchildren.
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    Mark Austin

    Senior Vice President

    Mark has been specializing in truck insurance since 1995.  He joined Beehive in July of 2003.  Mark graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Economics.  He has focused his career in providing insurance coverage for trucking companies of all sizes by giving them advice regarding the unique exposures related to the trucking industry. In January 2018, Mark was named a Vice President at Beehive.

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    Mike Valentine

    Senior Account Executive

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  • Mike has been with Beehive insurance since August 2013, but it not new to healthcare. Before joining Beehive, Mike worked as a Sales Director for eight-plus years with a local medical software company. Mike graduated from Brigham Young University in 2005 with a major in Psychology. Mike is a second generation Employee Benefit Specialist and was recruited to Beehive by his brother, Todd. Growing up seeing his Dad work in the insurance industry he swore to take a different path but like so often happens he was sucked in and has loved every minute. Mike works closely with several local Utah based Associations including the UNA, UMA, AGC, UTA & the UACPA. Beehive has partnered with these Associations to form and manage their medical, dental, vision, life, disability and telehealth risk pools. With a personal commitment to exceptional customer experiences, Mike and his team work tirelessly to meet the growing needs of their clients and to be a valuable business consultant for all things benefits.

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    Rand Austin

    Senior Vice President

    Rand was born and raised in Northern Utah and started his insurance career in 1973 working part-time in the accounting department of a local insurance company. After graduating college and a year in accounting he transferred into the truck insurance underwriting department. After a few years of learning the in's and out's of truck coverages Rand joined Affiliated Insurance Agency as an agent and in house underwriter. Following a couple of agency mergers and 22 years as an agent, Rand joined Beehive Insurance in 2003 where he has continued to serve and love the trucking industry.

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    Ryan Loftin

    Account Executive

    Ryan was born and raised in the small farm town of Hughson, CA. He went on an LDS Mission to the beautiful island of Jamaica whereupon his return home he completed his college degree at the University of Oregon where he was also on a Football Scholarship. While in college he met his Incredibly Awesome Wife Andrea, and they now have 4 Beautiful daughters Alyssa, Isabella, Melayna, & Samantha. Soon after completing his business degree, Ryan was introduced to Insurance when he joined Federated Insurance Company. During his time at Federated, he was promoted and transferred to Utah to start up several brand new territories. Ryan now joins the Beehive Insurance Agency as part of the Trucking Specialists.

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    Simon Fehoko

    Account Executive

    As a valued member of the Employee Benefits team at Beehive Insurance, Simon brings over 21 years of experience in the Health Insurance Industry. He graduated from the University of Utah. Most recently spent over a decade at Regence Blue Cross & Blue Shield. He takes a Holistic approach to benefits by using data-driven analysis to optimize the “Benefits Budget” for you and your employees, ensuring that your benefits dollar makes the most meaningful impact.

    Simon enjoys spending time with his family attending NFL games cheering on #81 for the Dallas Cowboys.

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    Spencer Wall

    Senior Account Executive

    As a valued member of the Employee Benefits department at Beehive Insurance, Spencer works strategically with each of his clients to develop the benefits program that best meets their needs. He understands that education plays an essential role in navigating the benefits program election process, and is committed to providing each client with the information they need to make the best decision possible.

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    Susan Smith-Childs

    Senior Account Executive

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  • Susan began her Insurance Career, accidentally, when her Mother got her a job as a receptionist with an Insurance Agency, when Susan was still in high school, to make sure that Susan didn't have too much time on her hands. Susan's mother was in the Insurance Industry, as well, and helped Susan move forward in her career, as she was raising her children.
    In 1998, Susan began working at Beehive Insurance Agency and began specializing in Insurance for Nonprofits. Susan feels like she has struck gold with this specialty, and works with Nonprofit Organizations in all 50 states. She enjoys helping even the smallest Nonprofit Organizations obtain the coverage that they need, to move forward with their vision.

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    Todd Valentine

    Senior Vice President

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  • "Todd is a second generation Employee Benefits Specialist. Prior to joining Beehive, he worked with his lifelong mentor and father, Dallas Valentine in Colorado where he started in the industry. His work ethic, personal commitment to excellence, and creative problem-solving skills are a direct reflection of the training he enjoyed while working with his Father. Todd opened the Employee Benefits department for Beehive in 2009, after working his way up to Vice President of Employee Benefits for Willis of Colorado.

    Todd believes that many of the problems we now have in the Healthcare System stem directly from the lack of knowledge about how the system actually works. Knowledge is power and Todd is committed to helping employers of all sizes understand the options, and better utilize the products, tools, and resources that come with purchasing insurance. Todd is also known as the States leading expert on Association Health Plans. He has helped to create and maintain 5 robust association health plans for several key Utah industries. (Manufacturing, Construction, Trucking, Nonprofit, and Financial Services)

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    Tyson Perkes

    Vice President

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  • Tyson has been with Beehive Insurance since January of 2011. He specializes in providing insurance coverage for construction and trucking related risks. He strives to become a trusted advisor with all of his clients to help them manage and mitigate risk and offer more than just an insurance policy. To better serve his construction clients, Tyson has been an active member of the Utah Valley Homebuilders Association since 2015 and has enjoyed rubbing shoulders with some of the finest contractors in Utah. In 2015, Tyson earned his CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) designation as a way to provide additional insurance insight to his clients. Tyson graduated from Utah State University with a bachelor's degree in Finance with a minor in Accounting and Personal Financial Planning. When he isn't working, Tyson enjoying spending time with his wife and 3 boys, traveling, playing all sports, enjoying the outdoors, and cheering on the Boston Red Sox.

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    Agnes Miller

    Account Manager

    Agnes joined Beehive Insurance as an account manager for Susan Smith in April 2012. She brings over 17 years of experience working in Commercial Lines for two other agents in Salt Lake City. During her insurance career, she has obtained two designations: CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) and CISR (Certified Insurance Service Representative) along with her Agents license.

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    Amanda Record

    Account Manager

    Mandy has been at Beehive Insurance since June 2019. She loves working with an amazing team and has enjoyed learning about the insurance industry. She looks forward to continually growing in her professional and personal life. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in marriage and family studies, and she also obtained a certificate in accounting. When she is not working, she is spending time with her four children.

    Aundrea Rammelsberg

    Account Manager

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  • Who dreams about being an insurance industry when they grow up? Usually, those who have family working in the insurance industry! Aundrea’s grandfather, father, sister, and brother-in-law all work in the insurance industry.

    Aundrea began her career in the insurance industry when she started in college, working side by side with her father in his agency. During those early years, she learned about treating clients like family. She valued and cherished this time learning from her father, who demonstrated ethics and integrity in all aspects of his business. He exhibited true caring and concern for each of his clients.

    These experiences taught her insurance was much more than just a transaction. Insurance protects the individual's most valued and cherished possessions, their home, their family and their life. She understands, each interaction with a client is an important moment of truth to help and serve. Aundrea has enjoyed working as an insurance professional over 24 years working with four of the largest captive companies within the personal lines insurance industry. With this knowledge, she pinpoints gaps in coverage, availability of discounts and advises clients in making the best possible decision for their needs. Insurance is much more than a job for Aundrea, it is her calling!

    She is excited to continue her career working with Beehive Insurance Agency. She immediately recognized the Agency’s commitment to integrity and dedication to serving each client professionally. Currently, Aundrea is an Account Manager on the Personal Lines team.

    Aundrea is a lifelong Utahan. She was raised in Bountiful and now lives in Millcreek, Utah with her husband of 19 years along with their pet –Winston. Together they enjoy meeting new people, travel, entertaining, and making authentic barbecue in their smoker.

    Having graduated from the University of Utah, she cheers for the Utes each football season while her husband who attended BYU cheers on the Cougars.

    Those who know Aundrea best will attest to her genuine nature, her positive zest for life, and her talent with cooking, baking as well as entertaining.

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    Brook Wilson

    Lead Account Manager

    Brook came to Beehive in 2015 after working for 5 years in Human Resources where she earned the PHR and SHRM-CP certifications.  Her love of languages led her to receive her B.A. from the University of Utah in Linguistics.  She has studied Cantonese, Mandarin, French, Italian, and Spanish; however, she can't speak any of them very well anymore.

    When she is not working, she enjoys sewing and cycling.

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    Brittany Bates

    Brittany Bates

    Assistant Account Manager

    Brittany Bates is an Assistant Account Manager with Beehive Insurance Agency in Murray, Utah. In this role she will be helping Stephanie Chavez with small group insurances.
    Before joining Beehive, Brittany worked for Mountain America Credit Union as a Lead teller and then as an Indirect loan processor. She made the move to Beehive so she could continue learning and grow within a career that will be ever-changing like herself.

    When not dedicating herself to her work, you will find Brittany either camping, fishing, traveling or having a BBQ with her large family. Brittany loves adventure and seeing new places with her camera and her four-legged pup Charlie by her side. Brittany loves photography and whenever she is away from home she has her camera within reach for those picture-perfect moments. You can soon find some of her favorite work showcased in a few calendars or in vintage frames in her Herriman Home.

    Brittany is overjoyed to join the Beehive family. She is excited to learn and see where Insurance takes her personally and professionally.

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    Channon Judd

    Benefits Account Manager

    Channon has been in the insurance industry for 6 years and hold a license in Health and Life. She enjoys working with the clients and building relationships.

    What is your greatest accomplishment?

    My three children

    What is your dream vacation?

    Ireland

    What is your favorite activity to do in Utah?

    Hiking in the mountains

    Charmyne Jackman

    Account Manager

    Charmyne has been with Beehive since March 2007. She started at the front desk and has worked her way up the ladder to the trucking department. Before coming to Beehive, she worked at an alarm company for over 5 years and a souvenir shipping and manufacturing company for 10 years.

    When she is not at work she loves camping, motorcycling, and riding ATVs in the summer, scrapbooking and reading in the winter and traveling all year long. She loves spending time with her kids and grandkids, having pool parties and BBQ’s, and playing games like baseball and volleyball.

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    Danielle Marchant

    Danielle Marchant

    Lead Account Manager

    Danielle began her career in the insurance industry in 2002, later achieving the designations of Certified Insurance Service Representative and Certified WorkComp Specialist. Danielle brought her passion for insurance to the Beehive team in early 2013, and currently manages Bonds & Commercial Lines Accounts for Doug Snow and Adam Snow.
    In her free time, Danielle enjoys golfing, singing, jamming on the ukulele, and honing her mad skills as a self-designated carpenter.

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    Dayna Riding

    Account Manager

    Dayna has been with Beehive Insurance for over 15 years and she brings 30 years of experience with her. She grew up around her dad who was a State Farm agent, so the apple didn’t fall to far from the tree. She specializes in truck insurance as an account manager working for a great agent, Mark Austin. Her past work experience was with State Farm Claims and she was also an Underwriter. Dayna is licensed in property, casualty, and health. She thinks she has a special degree in dry humor.

    Dayna went to LDS Business College. She also has an ACSR (Accredited Customer Service Representative) designation along with her CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) designation. She also has the Star designation and a CSR designation with Great West.

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    Emily Sorensen

    Assistant Account Manager

    Emily has been working in Commercial Lines at Beehive Insurance Agency since 2019. In her free time, Emily loves spending time with her husband and two kids, reading, listening to true crime podcasts, reading, going to Salt Lake ReAL games, reading, and baking. Oh, did we mention reading?

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    Gretchen LaFave

    Account Manager

    Gretchen started with Beehive Insurance in 2003, working with Mark Austin and Jim Dickson in the trucking department. She graduated from Murray High School in 1978, then went to Casper College and graduated with an associates degree in business in 1982. Got married in 1983 and moved back to Utah with her husband. Graduated from the University of Utah in 1990 with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Communications. Worked for six years at UNI at the University of Utah working with adolescence. Also was part of the "Last Chance" program. She has no children but is not shy calling her dogs her furry, four-legged children. Also willing to call any child hers if they let her.

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    Jessica Holm

    Account Manager

    Jessica Holm has been with Beehive Insurance since June of 2020.
    She is from Sandy, Utah and has three sisters, a daughter, and 10 nieces and nephews.

    Jessica has an analytical mind, so she enjoys things that challenge it like puzzles, math, and exploring interesting concepts and ideas. Jessica considers herself a realist and likes to look at problems objectively and will always come to you with a straightforward answer.
    With her broad range of interests, hobbies and collections, she collects snow globes and has run out of room to place them. She likes to play and coach basketball and is a loyal fan of the Utah Jazz since childhood.

    Her leisure time is often spent with her daughter, nieces and nephews. She enjoys taking them to try new things and they are the most important people in her life.
    Jessica is also a talented cook and has mastered the skill of healthy yet delicious food.
    Ultimately, she is enjoying and learning a lot about the insurance world and is motivated about her future.

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    Katlyn Bigelow

    Account Manager

    Before entering the world of insurance I worked for the State of Utah for 6 years, my last position there was a Long Term Disability Claims Manager. I have my B.S. from the University of Utah in Sociology with a certificate in Criminology. (GO UTES!) I hope to one day go back to school for my MBA.

    My most important role is being a mom to three beautiful children and most of my free time is spent at the soccer field cheering on my two oldest.

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    Kelly Warren

    Kelly Warren

    Account Manager

    Kelly started her insurance career just out of high school with an insurance company as a file clerk. She moved up from the file room to personal and commercial lines rating. After four years on the company side, she decided to try the agency side of the business and has been on the agency side ever since. She was most recently with another Independent Insurance Agency for 20 years before deciding to join The Beehive Insurance Agency.

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    Kim Beal

    Account Manager

    Kim joined Beehive Insurance Agency in 2006.  She brings with her 20 years of Commercial Insurance experience.   Kim spent the first 10 years of her career as a claims adjuster for Aetna and Travelers Insurance Companies in Denver, Colorado.   The highlights of her claim service found her as a dedicated claims adjuster for the building of the massive Denver International Airport in 1991 as well as a catastrophe adjuster serving during Hurricane Andrew in 1992.  Although her roots are deep in claims, Kim found new success selling insurance in 2003.  She joined Progressive Insurance Company at that time as a customer service manager and quickly found a love of the "happy" side of insurance.  After relocating to Salt Lake City in 2006, she found Beehive Insurance Agency and feels like she is finally home.  The professionalism, reputation and strong moral character of Beehive Employees will keep her here indefinitely.  Currently, she is happy to be the account manager for Cory Payne, as well as handling Beehive's Small Business Unit.

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    Kim Russell

    Account Manager

    Kim joined Beehive Insurance in February 2021 as an account manager for Corey Ford. She has 17 years of experience in the insurance industry, with an emphasis in trucking. During her career, Kim received her CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) designation. Kim has her B.S. in History and a minor in Business with an emphasis in secondary education from Weber State University.

    During her free time, Kim enjoys spending time with her husband, Josh, and their 3 children. They love camping, mountain biking and during the winter, you can find them up skiing and snowboarding in the mountains.

    What is your favorite activity to do in Utah?

    Hiking and mountain biking on the trails in Ogden.

    What is your favorite food?

    Mexican Food

    What is your greatest accomplishment?

    Becoming a mother to 3 awesome kids

    Lindsey Carcamo

    Account Manager

    Lindsey fell into insurance rather by accident in the summer of 2018, it stuck and she couldn't be happier about it. She's constantly learning new things every day and working towards her insurance designations. Before the fall into her current role as an insurance account manager, she worked as a medical secretary for the University of Utah School of Medicine's pediatric specialties. With that experience, she brought her love of humanity and caring demeanor.

    Lindsey is married to an all-around awesome man and is the mother to three crazy kids. When she's not working or shuffling kids to various soccer activities, she can be found laughing and having fun with her family, meditating, being creative and making new things (or restoring the old), practicing Reiki on herself and others, and spending time studying whatever has caught her attention.

     

    What is your favorite quote?
    She stood in the storm, and when the wind did not blow her away, she adjusted her sails.

    What is your favorite activity to do in Utah?
    To be in nature, usually after a good hike.

    Words you live by...
    Feel the fear and do it anyways!

     

     

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    Lisa Bonacci

    Lead Account Manager

    Lisa has over 20 years of experience in the Insurance industry, starting her career with the Agency in 1995. She specializes with her dedication to servicing our clients for their Insurance needs. In her spare time, Lisa loves spending time with her husband and 2 children, camping, traveling, attending outdoor concerts, shopping, watching her son play Baseball and her daughter dance with the High School Drill team. Lisa is a Big Fan of the Utah Utes Football, Broncos NFL Team, and the New York Yankees.

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    Lisa Gilbert

    Account Manager

    Lisa joined Beehive Insurance in 2019 working as an account manager for Ryan Loftin and Jeremy Stucki. She has 18 years experience specializing in trucking insurance. Lisa has a Bachelor's in Business. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, shopping, and cooking.

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    Megan Chittick

    Assistant Account Manager

    Megan has been in the insurance industry for nearly 2 years, previously working with a local insurance agency as an account manager. She assisted clients in personal and commercial lines but has found her true passion within assisting businesses with their insurances needs and acting as an advisor.
    When not at work, Megan spends all the time she can with her 5-year-old daughter, Kathryn. In the summertime, they love to hike together and take pictures of their adventures. In the winter when they want to escape the cold, Megan and Kathryn enjoy cozying up inside with some fun arts and crafts to later hang on the fridge at home.

    Megan is very excited and looks forward to all the possibilities and growth provided by Beehive Insurance and can’t wait to see where this new role will guide her and her family.

    Where is your favorite vacation spot?
    Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

    What is your favorite food?
    Sushi

    What is the best thing to do on your day off?
    Hang out at my local coffee shop and read.

    Michelle Johnson

    Assistant Account Manager

    Michelle is a temporary Assistant Account Manager, assisting with Open Enrollment season for the benefits department. Michelle has been in the benefits industry more than 10 years. She has a bachelor's degree in Business and Human Resources with University of Phoenix and has earned her PHR certification.

    What is your greatest accomplishment?

    Training for, and completing my very first marathon in 2010.  Although the real accomplishment was just being able to walk afterward!

    What is the best thing to do on your day off?

    I enjoy cooking, being outdoors, traveling, gardening, and being with family & dog.

    What is your favorite food?

    I love food! All types!

    What is your dream vacation?

    Italy

    Sandy Price

    Account Manager

    Sandy has been with Beehive Insurance since July 2006. She specializes in personal lines insurance and has been doing it for 40 years. She enjoys the relationships and friendships she's developed with her clients over the years. She worked both on the company side and the agency side.

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    Stacey Williams

    Stacey Williams

    Account Manager

    Stacey Williams is a trusted Account Manager who has had over 9 years of experience in the insurance industry. Stacey has her Property and Casualty Insurance license as well as several designations, including her CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor), CISR (Certified Insurance Service Representative) and CRIS (Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist). Stacey understands the need for excellent service and appreciates the need for ongoing communication and accuracy. Stacey strives on getting the job done efficiently and has excellent customer service. Outside of the office, Stacey spends time with her two children. Stacey also has a passion for beautiful nails, cross-stitching and Netflix.

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    Star Morgan

    Star Morgan

    Account Manager

    Star has been in the insurance industry since 1985. She worked primarily in the personal lines industry until 2015 when she was given the opportunity to come to Beehive Insurance. Star has been working as a Commercial Account Manager for the last three years and enjoys working in the insurance industry. She recently passed and received her CISR designation and is furthering her insurance education. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, Golf, Reading, and RV'ing in her spare time.

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    Stephanie Chavez

    Lead Account Manager

    Stephanie has been with Beehive since November 2010.  She came to us with 13 years of Administrative Assistance experience and loves the wonderful atmosphere here at Beehive!  She attended Brigham Young University where she was an art and graphic design major.  She loves the fast pace of the front office and enjoys keeping things organized.

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    Teresa Hughes

    Account Manager

    Teresa has been with Beehive Insurance Agency since 2003. She works in the trucking department where she loves working with her customers. When she is not at work she loves the outdoors, shooting shotguns, hunting, snowmobiling, going to the races, boating, and camping with her family and friends.

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    Terri Hammond

    Lead Account Manager

    Terri has been with Beehive Insurance in the Trucking Department since March 2012. She has been licensed in insurance for 17 years. Her insurance adventure started in Colorado in the spring of 2000. In June 2006, Terri moved to Utah. From 2006 to 2012 Terri worked mostly with Moving & Storage and Waste Hauling accounts.

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    Vicki Sorensen

    Account Manager

    Vicki has been with Beehive Insurance since 2010. Vicki has been in the insurance industry for over 25 years and has specialized in insurance and bonding for various types of construction accounts.

    She enjoys getting to know her clients and working with them through risk management and insurance projects. She has developed great relationships with insurance and bonding company underwriters. Over the years Vicki has developed a love for the early morning working hours and it has served her well working with contractors.

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    Allie Dalton

    Allison Dalton

    Administrative Assistant

    Allie joined Beehive Insurance in September 2020 in the midst of a global pandemic as the new receptionist and has since moved to Administrative Assistant. Although she previously came from the solar world, she has found a new joy in learning more about insurance and working with the other members at Beehive.

    Allie enjoys spending time with her sweet husband, reading, and traveling while also finishing up her college degree.

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    Charice Cloward

    Charice Cloward

    Accounts Payable Clerk

    Charice began her career with Beehive in October of 2021. She previously worked for Intercontinental Hotels Group for just over 20 years as their Accounting Specialist. This gave her a strong background to bring to the table. She works closely with the Accounting Manager making sure all your accounting needs are taken care of!

    Charice enjoys being outside with her family, reading, cross stitching, & finding cool new destinations to travel to. She has a love for nature, especially water & large trees. She feels music in her soul & you can often find her at a concert!

    What is the craziest/most exciting thing you've ever done?
    Ran off to Puerto Rico with a group of girlfriends! It was amazing!

    What is your favorite movie?
    Pretty Woman

    Little known fact about you...
    I adore & collect penguins!

    Dennis Dunbar

    Operations Manager

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  • Dennis is currently the Operations Manager for Beehive insurance, having joined the agency in May 2007. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Utah, and began working in the Insurance Industry in 1985. Prior to joining Beehive, Dennis worked 22 years for another local insurance agency, with the last 17 of those 22 years in the capacity of controller as a part of the agency management team. During his years at Beehive, he has enjoyed working with Doug Snow to build an agency that carriers respect and trust, where people want to come to work, and most importantly where the staff works hard to take care our client's insurance needs. Operationally, he works with Doug on finances, budgets, strategic planning, facilities, and staffing, and he oversees the service staff at the agency, administers the Agency Management system, and assists with HR, IT, and payroll. Read full biography...

    Heidi Pope

    Agency Relations Manager

    Heidi Pope has been in the insurance industry for over 20 years. She started her career with an agency as an office manager and licensed agent. After several years on the agency side, Heidi moved to the carrier side and spent the next 15 years as a Marketing Representative, helping agencies grow their business. During those 15 years, Heidi was fortunate to work with many different insurance professionals and developed many long-lasting relationships, one of which being Beehive Insurance.

    After working with Beehive on the carrier side for many years, she saw firsthand the integrity and professionalism they possessed and jumped at the chance to join the Beehive family in 2022 as the Agency Relations Manager. Heidi is looking forward to this new chapter of her career helping to grow and build many more long-term relationships.

    When not at work, Heidi enjoys traveling with her husband and spending time with their children, grandchildren and friends.

     

    What is your favorite part of insurance?

    The many friends I have made all over the country!

    Where is your favorite vacation spot?

    The beach in La Jolla, CA

    Words you live by?

    "Accountability breeds response-ability." Stephen R Covey

    Kendyl Jensen

    Receptionist

    Kendyl joined Beehive Insurance in March 2022 as the receptionist. She previously worked in the security field and as a waitress. Her favorite way to relax is vacationing on the beach, specifically in Hawaii. She enjoys watching baseball, basketball, and MMA fights. Kendyl loves spending time with her friends, family, and the love of her life- her basset hound, Bronx.

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    Natalie Schaefer

    Graphic Designer

    Natalie joined the Beehive Team in the Fall of 2019 shortly after graduating from Utah Valley University with a Bachelors's in Art and Design and a minor in Art History. Previous to accepting her position at Beehive she worked as a graphic design intern for Clyde Companies. She loves all aspects of graphic design, especially editorial design and typography. When she isn't working Natalie enjoys traveling, decorating cakes and cupcakes, golfing, watching movies, sports, and hanging out with family and friends.

    What is your favorite movie?
    Singin' in the Rain

    Who is your favorite musician or band?
    If I have to choose just one, The Killers

    If you could meet one historical figure, who would it be?

    Napoleon Bonaparte

    Tammy Jensen

    Director, Client Services

    Tammy Jensen is the Director, Client Services at Beehive Insurance, an insurance agency with more than 30 years of experience. She has a reputation of caring for employer groups by saving them and their employees money and making sure they receive the best services. Her passion is data analytics and finding ways to help Beehive Insurance clients lower their insurance costs while providing quality products.

    Tammy provides a complete understanding of plans, claims processes, and underwriting. In her current position, she oversees employee benefit compliance, monitors self-funded employers’ claims, and audits claims over $50,000 for errors and duplications. Tammy does this while working with carriers to lower cost solutions and provide help for them, ensuring they are doing what’s best for the member. Additionally, she works closely with the insurance sales agents.

    Tammy graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business from Washington State University. Tammy has proven her capabilities throughout her career and demonstrates this everyday to her Beehive Insurance clients. No group is too small or too large for her to help.

    Tammy has been on the Utah Health Underwriters board, is currently part of the Architectural Control Committee in her community, and when she is not working, you can find her enjoying time with her family and friends.

    Tammy is proud to be a member of the International Society of Female Professionals.

    What is your favorite activity to do in Utah?

    You'll find me snowmobiling in the backcountry in the Winter

    Who is your favorite musician or band?

    Electric Light Orchestra

    What is your favorite quote?

    Life is too short to be anything but happy

    William Brooks

    William Brooks

    Client Engagement Coordinator

    William is new to the commercial end of the insurance market. He has a long history in customer service and is committed to providing support and assistance to our client employees.

    Before coming to Beehive, William had extensive experience in the travel industry, where he took pride in providing exceptional customer service for offices in Utah, Colorado, and California. He also designed all company marketing and training materials.

    William is driven by his soulmate Tara, their incredible daughter Lizzie, two dogs, a mouse, and three fish.
    When he is not working, he enjoys gardening, fishing, skiing, swimming, and anything outdoors. He loves the theatre and is often seen behind the scenes or on stage.

    Where is your favorite vacation spot?
    Disneyland

    Who is your favorite food?
    Korean BBQ (drink is diet Dr Pepper)

    What is your favorite quote?
    This hill, though high, I covet to ascend; The difficulty will not me offend. For I perceive the way to life lies here. Come, pluck up, heart; let's neither faint nor fear. Better, though difficult, the right way to go, Than wrong, though easy, where the end is woe. John Bunyan, The Pilgrim's Progress

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