Rancho Mesa Insurance Services
Rancho Mesa's StudioOne™ Safety and Risk Management Network
StudioOne™ is Rancho Mesa Insurance Services' Media Communications department. The company is a nationally recognized Best Practices commercial insurance agency headquartered in Southern California. This podcast addresses safety and risk management issues that can affect a business's bottom line.
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Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
Ep. 625 Hiring as a Risk Strategy: Controlling Insurance Costs in Construction 10.07.2026 7:40
Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley sits down with Account Executive Kyle Dunlap to talk about hiring employees as a risk strategy. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter . Director/Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Kyle Dunlap Producer/Editor: Megan Lockhart Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production © Copyright 2026. Rancho Mesa Insurance Service...
Ep. 624 PAGA: The Scariest Four-Letter Word for California Employers 07.07.2026 38:35
Account Executive Raysan Benito sits down with employment law attorney Bob King and breaks down how PAGA works, why it has become one of the most feared compliance challenges for home care agencies, and the practical steps business owners can take to reduce their exposure and protect their organizations. Show Notes: Legally Nanny , Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Raysan Benito...
Ep. 623 Near Misses Are Often Missed Opportunities 02.07.2026 6:54
Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley sits down with Sam Clayton, Vice President of the Construction Group to talk about using near misses on a jobsite as an opportunity to create corrective plans before an incident occurs. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Sam Clayton Editor: Megan Lockhart Music: "Home...
Ep. 622 Supplement Electronic Visit Verification Data with SafetyOne™ 30.06.2026 4:02
Rancho Mesa’s Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about the tools RMI offers for the Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system, which federal law requires personal care services and home health service companies use if they are funded by Medicaid, as a way to ensure patients receive the care they need. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsle...
Ep. 621 Navigating Today’s Nonprofit Challenges with Arnulfo Manriquez 26.06.2026 36:26
Human Services Group Vice President Sam Brown interviews Arnulfo Manriquez of the Manriquez Group to explore the evolving challenges facing nonprofit leaders, from funding pressures and board governance to leadership transitions. With his decades of experience in the nonprofit world, Arnulfo shares practical insights on adaptability, strategic decision-making, and how nonprofits can position thems...
Ep. 620 Safety First Protecting New Employees from Day One 23.06.2026 4:22
Rancho Mesa’s Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about keeping new employees safe on the job. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Brenda Colby Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production © Copyright 2026. Rancho Mesa Insurance Services,...
Ep. 619 Fund Control in the Surety World: Reducing Risk and Unlocking Bonding Capacity 19.06.2026 14:54
Surety Account Executive Josh Hill sits down with Marcus Carter, President of La Mesa Fund Control and Escrow, to unpack how fund control is being used as a powerful risk‑mitigation and capacity‑building tool in the surety space. They discuss how technology, transparent pricing, and efficient payment processes are changing perceptions of fund control and helping construction projects stay funded,...
Ep. 618 Time Off from Work: Principles for Structuring PTO Policies 16.06.2026 4:13
Rancho Mesa’s Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about paid time off practices. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Brenda Colby Editor: Megan Lockhart Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production © Copyright 2026. Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. All rig...
Ep. 617 Fleet Safety is Evolving: How Telematics and AI Are Changing Fleet Risk 12.06.2026 6:13
Rancho Mesa’s Alyssa Burley sits down with Rory Anderson, Partner with the Tree Care Group, to talk about how telematics and AI are changing fleet risk. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Rory Anderson Producer/Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production © Copyright 2026. Ranc...
Ep. 616 Frontline Safety Working in Wildfire Conditions 09.06.2026 4:17
Rancho Mesa’s Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about safe work practices in wildfire conditions. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter , Wildfire Prevention and Wildfire Smoke Regulation Webinar Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Brenda Colby Editor: Megan Lockhart Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” b...
Ep. 615 CA Workers’ Compensation Market Faces Increased Pressure Beneath Stable Surface 05.06.2026 7:16
Rancho Mesa’s Alyssa Burley sits down with Jeremy Hoolihan, Partner with the Janitorial Group, and talk about the state of California’s workers’ compensation marketplace. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter . Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Jeremy Hoolihan Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production © Copyright 20...
Ep. 614 Employee Health Insurance Benefit Protections under the Family Medical Leave Act 02.06.2026 4:13
Rancho Mesa Client Coordinator Jadyn Brandt and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about Employee Health Insurance Benefit Protections under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Brenda Colby Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by ne...
Ep. 613 California’s Workers Comp Rates Poised to Increase Again: What the 10.4 Proposal Means for Landscape Employers 29.05.2026 6:55
Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley interviews Greg Garcia, Account Executive in the Landscape Group, as he talks about the recently proposed increases in workers’ compensation insurance pure premium and what it means to landscape companies. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Director/Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Greg Garcia Producer/Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home&quo...
Ep. 612 2026 National Safety Month: Protecting People, Preventing Risks 26.05.2026 4:31
June is National Safety Month and its a good reminder that workplace injuries and fatalities can often be prevented. Rancho Mesa Client Coordinator Jadyn Brandt and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to discuss why this initiative is important today, and what recent statistics reveal about preventable workplace injuries. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter...
Ep. 611 From RFI to Payment: Navigating the Full Change Order Lifecycle 22.05.2026 20:04
Rancho Mesa's Surety Relationship Executive Anne Wright sits down with Luke Thompson of Thompson Law & Consultation to discuss full change order life cycle from a subcontractor’s perspective. They share practical guidance on identifying changes early, documenting them properly, communicating effectively with general contractors and owners, and ultimately improving the chances of getting change...
Ep. 610 Staying Safe in the Heat Preventing Heat Illness for Employees 19.05.2026 4:08
As temperatures rise in San Diego and across the country, and we head into the summer months, Rancho Mesa Client Coordinator Jadyn Brandt and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about heat illness prevention. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter , Register for Heat Illness Workshop Host: Jadyn Brandt Guest: Brenda Colby Editor: Megan Lock...
Ep. 609 Cash in the Bank Is Not Profit: What Home Care Owners Need to Know About Margins 15.05.2026 27:41
Account Executive Raysan Benito sits down with Dana Charumbira, CPA and founder of Home Care CPAs, to explore how home care leaders can use financial insights to drive smarter decisions and sustainable growth. They break down key concepts like gross margin, automation, and financial clarity, offering practical ways to turn numbers into meaningful strategies for scaling a business. Show Notes: Subs...
Ep. 608 Rising Impact of Cumulative Trauma Claims in California Workers’ Compensation System 12.05.2026 10:46
Rancho Mesa’s Alyssa Burley sits down with Rancho Mesa President David Garcia to give an update on Cumulative Trauma Claims in California and what we’re doing to push for reform. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: David Garcia Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production © Copyr...
Ep. 607 A Strategic Approach for Insuring HVAC and Plumbing Contractors in California Requires an Industry Specialist 08.05.2026 9:59
Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley and Account Executive Matt Gorham discuss a strategic approach for insurance HVAC and plumbing contractors in California., Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Matt Gorham Producer/Editor: Megan Lockhart Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production © Copyright 2026. Ranch...
Ep. 606 “All in Together”: Construction Safety Week 2026 05.05.2026 4:39
Construction Safety Week runs from May 4th through the 8th; and this year’s theme is “All in Together.” Rancho Mesa’ Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about this year’s theme and why it’s important to prevent serious injuries on high‑hazard job sites. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter , RM365 HR Advantage™ Portal Host: A...
Ep. 605 Building a Scalable Safety Program with SafetyOne™ for Landscape Professionals 01.05.2026 8:13
Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley and Vice President of the Landscape and Tree Care Group, Drew Garcia, talk about building a scalable safety program for landscape professionals with our SafetyOne™ mobile app and website. Show Notes: https: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Director/Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Drew Garcia Producer/Editor: Megan Lockhart Music: "Home&q...
Ep. 604 Well‑Being at Work: Observing Mental Health Awareness Month 27.04.2026 3:32
Rancho Mesa Marketing & Media Communications Specialist Megan Lockhart and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about ways you can support your employees during mental health awareness month. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter , RM365 HR Advantage™ Portal Host: Megan Lockhart Guest: Brenda Colby Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home&...
Ep. 603 Construction Risk Management in Action: Century Painting Making Safety A Priority 24.04.2026 15:04
In this episode, Rancho Mesa's Account Executive Kevin Howard sits down with Century Painting’s Brian Escalera and Eddie Lopez to discuss their commendable safety culture they operate. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter , Century Painting Host: Kevin Howard Guest: Brian Escalera and Eddie Lopez Producer/Editor: Megan Lockhart Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “B...
Ep. 602 New State Overview Screen in the RM365 HRAdvantage™ Portal 21.04.2026 3:31
Rancho Mesa’s Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Specialist, Brenda Colby sit down to talk about a new feature in the RM365 HRAdvantage™ Portal. Brenda, welcome to the show. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Brenda Colby Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production © Copyright...
Ep. 601 Building Protection Through Strong Subcontract Agreements 17.04.2026 4:45
Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley sits down with Account Executive Casey Craig to talk about protecting specialty contractors through strong subcontractor agreements. Show Notes: Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter . Director/Host: Alyssa Burley Guest: Casey Craig Producer/Editor: Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “Breaking News Intro” by nem0production...
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