Meet Our Team Members

Brad B. Anderson started in the insurance industry in 1989 in Cedar City, Utah with Farm Bureau Insurance. In 1994, he joined Certified Insurance Services as an independent agent and later became the vice president and partner in the agency. In 2019, Certified Insurance merged with Beehive Insurance where Brad is now a vice president. He works in all lines of insurance, specializing in construction, bonding, and hospitality.

Brad helped start the Southern Utah chapter of NAIFA ( National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors) and served in the local chairs twice. He also served in the Utah State chairs and as the State NAIFA President for Utah where he enjoyed working with local political leaders to promote legislation that would help preserve the integrity of the insurance industry. During this time he also earned his LUTCF designation in the Life Insurance industry.

Brad has been married to his wonderful wife Kristine for 36 years, They have eight children and 11 grandchildren.  Camping, boating and traveling are things they enjoy doing with their family.

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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Budd Scow has been in the insurance business for over 30 years. He started with Farmers Insurance before moving to the independent side. Budd enjoys interacting with people while working on their insurance needs. He was born and raised in Hurricane, Utah, and has been there his whole life as a third-generation Hurricaneite. Budd is married and has seven children and 27 grandchildren. He enjoys spending time in the great outdoors of Southern Utah while camping, fishing, hunting, and participating in shooting sports.

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.

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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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Josh Maxwell is a native to Southern Utah and is excited to continue working in the area. He savors his free time hiking, camping, and working on home improvement projects. Josh enjoys working with local businesses to minimize and mitigate risk through insurance and process improvement. In 2019, he obtained a Master of Business Administration degree from Southern Utah University and believes in the importance of education. He continues to learn and gain knowledge as he pursues national insurance certifications. He has worked in a variety of accounting, quality improvement, and risk management positions prior to joining the insurance industry. These skills have helped him understand the unique needs of local businesses and help them improve their risk management procedures. Josh currently specializes in property and casualty insurance and would be happy to discuss your company's needs in person.

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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 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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Tyler started his insurance career in 2014. Prior to that he was the president of a nonprofit that fought for safer traffic laws. Tyler specializes in commercial insurance programs and holds three designations. The AAI (Accredited Advisor if Insurance), ACLC (Advanced Commercial Lines Consultant), and the CRIS (Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist). What he loves most about his job is being able to interact with others on a daily basis.

He has been married since 2012 to his beautiful wife, Tai, and together they have two wonderful sons. He is originally from Bakersfield, CA but grew up in the Pacific Northwest and has called it home until recently moving to Saint George. The move stemmed from a soccer game in October of 2022 where he and his wife had watched their oldest play during a hailstorm. After that game, they decided it was time to find a sunnier spot to raise their sons. He is excited to be in southern Utah and looks forward to engraving himself into the local community.

What is your favorite movie?

Motorcycle Diaries

Who is your favorite musician or band?

Red Hot Chili Peppers

What is your greatest accomplishment?

Being a husband and father.

Thayne has been in the insurance industry since 2009. He enjoys the opportunity of meeting new people and helping them find the insurance that is right for their needs, whether it be personal or business insurance. He has been married to his beautiful red-headed wife, Amy, since 1984. Together they have five children, all of which are girls except for four of them. Four of the five children are married and at the present time, there are nine grandchildren and one on the way!

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Becky joined Certified Insurance in October 2008. She worked personal lines for 8 yrs., then moved to North Dakota for a year. Upon returning to Utah, Becky came back to work at Certified Insurance where she started working in the commercial department and backing up personal lines. Becky has enjoyed learning different aspects of the insurance world.

Becky and her husband Mitch reside in Cedar City, UT. They are the proud parents to 5 children and 3 grandchildren (hopefully more someday). In her free time, she enjoys camping, riding 4-wheeler's, fishing, hunting and spending time with family.

What is your favorite food?

Prime Rib

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

Anything with the family

What is your dream vacation?

An Alaskan Hunting Trip

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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Dayne joined beehive Insurance Agency in 2022. He is new to the industry but he is eager to learn the ins and outs of insurance. He comes from working as a service manager at Chipotle Mexican Grill for 6 years. He recently completed his bachelors degree at the University of Utah with a Bachelors of Science in Communications.

When he is not working, Dayne likes to tend to his plants at home. He also likes to go to street vendors and find cool and unique stuff or finding new movies to watch. He also enjoys spending time with his friends, family, and cat.

What is your dream vacation?
I just want to go to Mexico and eat 4-5 meals per day.

What is the best thing to do on your day off?
Make a big breakfast, work on my garden and plants and then go and take a nap.

How did you get into the insurance industry?
My grandfather was in the industry and so is my mother so I guess it was just a matter of time.

Ginger began her insurance career in Salt Lake City in 1982 as a commercial lines rater for Travelers Insurance and quickly moved on to claims. She obtained her claims adjuster license and worked as a desk adjuster for Travelers adjusting workers comp and property claims for 2 years before she and her husband left the snow and moved to St. George, UT for warmer weather. There she discovered the agency side of the insurance business and became licensed in Property/Casualty and Health lines of coverage . She has worked as a commercial lines account manager/producer in the agency realm since 1987 helping to place and service commercial business. Before joining our team she successfully managed a small agency while the owner was out of the country for a year an a half serving a mission for his church. She considers that her biggest accomplishment. Her favorite part of working in insurance is reading policy forms when she has heard someone's claim has been denied just to be sure someone didn't miss something. She has always felt that claims are where we either shine or fade - the rest is just paperwork. Ginger loves her work in the insurance industry and finds joy in helping her customers obtain the products and services they need to help their businesses succeed.

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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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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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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 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

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 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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Pat Wilcox started her career in the insurance industry after graduating from high school in 1963. After a brief detour into motherhood and the electronics industry, Pat reverted back to insurance. She has worked in California, Nevada, and now Utah. Pat has obtained her Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) license and studied for her Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) certificate. Pat is a parent to three children and has 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

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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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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Tammi joined Certified Insurance in December 2005, at which time was also her introduction into the insurance world. She specializes in personal lines and enjoys learning new things every day. Tammi believes the best part of the job is getting to know each of her clients and developing long time relationships with them.

Tammi, her husband and their two children live in Cedar City, Utah. When not working, she enjoys camping, riding ATV’s, fishing, hunting and any activity that involves family time.

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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 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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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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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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Tammy Jensen is the Director, Client Services at Beehive Insurance, an insurance agency with over 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. Currently, she oversees employee benefits 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 every day 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. 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

"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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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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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.

What is your favorite food?

Homemade ice cream

What is your dream vacation?

To visit Thailand

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

Skydiving

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 'Mud Run' 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

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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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!

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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Lori has worked for Certified Insurance Services since August 2000, handling bonding and agency operations. Lori graduated from Southern Utah University in 2003 with a Bachelor's degree in Communication.
Lori resides in Cedar City with her husband and two children. She spends her free time running her children around to their various activities, reading and gardening.

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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