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Alan DopfAlan Dopf has been an Idaho licensed insurance agent since September of 1988 providing life insurance, health insurance, Medicare supplements and annuities to clients from Boise northward as far as the Idaho panhandle. Although he has been continually licensed and taking care of clients since 1988 he continued to work in the summer months through 1994 in Idaho, Oregon and Washington as a commercial pilot (crop duster). After a move to Meridian in 2000 he worked as a charter pilot out of Boise flying primarily rafters, hunters and supplies into the Idaho back country. During fire seasons he also flew supplies and personnel for the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise to locations all over the western states. In 2009 Alan chose to re-enter the insurance industry full time serving primarily the senior market in Idaho and Oregon with Medicare supplements, retirement annuities, life and health insurance. He joined Health Insurance Associates in 1995 and is excited to be full time again with an agency with such a great history here in Idaho.
Alan and his wife, Susan will be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary this October. They have three children and seven grandchildren, all living here in the Treasure Valley. |
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Alex HowellI joined HIA in September of 2014. Having been diagnosed with Osteosarcoma at the age of 17, I have experienced firsthand how important health insurance can be and want to assist anyone in receiving the same opportunity. I am a hardworking, reliable individual and love to build customer relations. I come from a small town called New Plymouth, ID; I love being outdoors, and going camping, jet skiing, four wheeling, and shooting. I have a Golden lab/Australian shepherd mix named Ace; he is my definition of man’s best friend and he accompanies me on all my endeavors. On a side note…GO SEAHAWKS!
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Bob TaylorBob co-founded HIA in 1989. After graduating from college in Illinois in 1971, he moved to Idaho and married. Bob is a previous business owner and has been in the insurance business since 1984. Because of his trusted reputation and personal care for his clients, his business has grown by referrals and was a nominee for the BBB integrity award. Bob and Margaret have been married 42 years, and they have 4 sons and 11 grandchildren.
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Cheryl Beeson
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Christine ArosBorn and raised in upstate New York, Christine has traveled all over the US and moved to Idaho in 2011. She has over twenty-nine years of experience in operating medical groups, and consulting in revenue management. She has a PhD in naturopathy, and is also a Master Herbalist. Her extensive experience in managing companies offers valuable strategies in saving money for small employer groups, keeping them solvent and insured. She is committed, and loves helping clients navigate through the confusing health care process to find the perfect coverage for themselves, families, or employees. Her combined work experience makes her proficient in medical and senior health insurances, as well the Idaho Health Insurance exchange.
An animal lover, she lives in Star with husband Gene, son Brent, two dogs, and Himalayan cats. When she’s not busy, she loves to go bike riding, rock hunting, or visit with local farmers and get tips on growing organic food. Christine is taking Spanish lessons so that she can better assist the Latino community. |
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Dan HowellDan joined HIA in 2006. Previous financial manager positions with several auto dealerships has given Dan knowledge in finding the best policy for his clients concerning medical, life or final expense plans. He is a licensed agent and has been in the insurance business since 2004. Dan specializes in helping Seniors with their financial planning. Dan and Cynthia have been married 17 years and have 2 sons.
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David Watton
David has lived in Idaho since 1993. He loves the Idaho lifestyle. He loves the outdoors, hiking, camping, snowboarding, fishing and much more. He as 5 children and is happily married.
David has a strong business background as the founder of several successful companies. One of his companies was the first to complete online exchange enrollment using backdoor access to heathcare.gov David began selling health insurance in 1999 and was hooked! Today David uses his extensive business and employee benefit knowledge to help individuals and businesses find long-term solutions to their insurance and benefit needs. |
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Ernest JohnsonErnest joined HIA with a strong business management background, and a career that began in the insurance industry in 1999. He is a graduate of Louisiana Baptist University, and has served as Operations Supervisor for a world-wide shipper, Marketing Account Executive for an HMO, and a licensed Health and Life agent/producer in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. His professional knowledge and expertise developed in the health insurance industry, and specifically employee benefits, allows him to offer a variety of Health and Life insurance products for businesses, individuals and family care. Ernest understands his clients’ questions and can provide simplified solutions to the challenges of current health insurance needs. His highest objective is to build trust and rapport with his clients, and to do so with integrity, and provide sound advice for cost effective coverage at competitive prices.
On a personal note, Ernest is an ordained minister and former pastor of 28 years. He enjoys being involved in his church, spending time with family and friends, and being in the great outdoors fishing, hunting, backpacking, and riding his motorcycle. He has been married to the “bride of his youth” for thirty years and has three children. |
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Gary LeavittGary originally came to Twin Falls in 1975 to work in the news department of a local television station and later became news director. He decided on an insurance career three years later and has been a licensed producer ever since. He is married to Ellen and has five children and five grandchildren. Gary has two bachelor degrees from BYU in Provo, UT, and has also earned the Chartered Life Underwriter and Chartered Financial Consultant designation from the American College. Hobbies include Astrophotography, Family History, his two Labradors (Hershey and Jake), and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Gary specializes in the senior market and likes to let his customers know that service and honesty mark the way he does business.
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Gary TaylorGary started his career in the insurance industry in 1979 and joined the HIA team in 1991. He is well versed in major medical and senior health insurance programs, as well as life insurance, annuities, dental and vision care. He offers his expertise in providing the best coverage to meet the needs of his clients.
Gary and his wife of 37 years make their home in Meridian, where they raised their 2 children and now enjoy spending time with their 6 grandchildren. If you have insurance needs, he is only a phone call away. |
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Greg GramGreg Gram was born and raised in New England and moved to the Treasure Valley on 2004. Prior to becoming a health insurance professional several years back, Greg was (and still is) a teacher, a coach and a public speaker. Like his associates at HIA, Greg focuses on Senior Health Insurance needs, especially Medicare. As an educator that has devoted his career to communication skills, he excels at explaining and then directing clients toward the insurance plans that bests fits their individual needs. His mission is to provide his clients with the necessary information to make a more educated decision and feel more secure with the choices that they make regarding insurance needs.
Aside from teaching and consulting, Greg and his wife of 25 years, Linda, enjoy the process of restoring a small horse ranch and boarding facility in Middleton. |
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Jeff CotterellJeff is a lifelong Canyon County resident, born and raised in Nampa and now living in
Middleton with his wife Kathie. Together they have four daughters, one grandson and one more on the way. He has been in professional sales, in and around the Insurance, Real Estate and Financial Industry, the majority of his working life, following the example set by his parents David and Clelles Cotterell. He is the newest member of the HIA team and can offer every aspect of a full service agent. His goal is to provide opportunities and solutions for individuals and families in every step of your financial plan. He focuses on; Cash Flow, Debt Management, Emergency Funds, Proper Protection, Wealth Building and Wealth Preservation. Contact Jeff for a confidential review and allow him to help you protect what you have and plan for an abundant future |
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Juanita Rios
I was born and raised in Idaho. Have been blessed to join HIA as an Administrative Assistant. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. Have 15+ years of excellent customer service. I have a passion for cooking especially Mexican food for my husband, family and friends. Love to listen and dance to Spanish Music. Am a pet lover, have two dogs named Milo and Chico who are my world.
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Larry GardnerLarry was born and raised in Emmett. He graduated from Boise Sate in 1970 and has worked in the insurance industry since 1988. He is one of our original agents with HIA. Larry is dedicated to finding the right insurance for his clients' needs. Larry and Sherry have been married 42 years, and they have 5 children and 10 grandchildren.
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Lisa Stevenson
Lisa joined HIA in October of 2014, as the Administrative Assistant and became the Group
Administrator in November of 2017. She has enjoyed her new position and learning more about health insurance. She grew up in Eastern Idaho, attended college at Brigham Young University Idaho, and Idaho State University where she majored in Health Care Administration. Lisa met her husband in 1994, they have 7 children and 1 grandson. Her family moved to the Boise area in 2013, and have really enjoyed the area. She enjoys traveling, camping, hiking, music, and spending time with her family. |
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Melvin BarrientosI am originally from Guatemala and am bilingual English/Spanish. I have an extensive background in Information Systems Technology, (computer networking and computer consulting). I am also an English/Spanish instructor and interpreter. I joined the HIA team in October 2014 and I am always eager to provide excellent customer service.
I believe in Angels, Herbalism, Yin and Yang, Karma and Esoteric Energies. I like traveling, camping, fishing, tai chi, and most of all playing chess. |
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Pat HowellI was born in Boise, raised mostly in Idaho and lived a few years in Utah. I returned to Idaho in 1990 and Idaho has become my home.
I love the mountains and the 4 seasons we have in this great state. My son is 36 and the fire chief of Horseshoe Bend and a grandson that is 16 who lives in Washington. I live in Horseshoe Bend where life is a bit more laid back. I enjoy gardening and watching life unfold, baking everything that sounds good, and camping in the Boise National forest. I specialize in the Individual health insurance as well as small and large groups, Medicare, dental, vision and hearing, Aflac, life insurance and final expense. With Life changing daily I am here to help fill in the gaps. |
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Richard Stroud
I grew up in the San Fernando Valley of California, just outside of Los Angeles. Having received my Bachelor's Degree from California State University, Northridge, I then pursued a teaching credential which led me to work as a teacher for over 25 years.
In my early 20's, I remember a situation in which I was uninsured and experienced some heart palpitations. I went to a doctor who then ordered a couple of tests for me. Fortunately, it was nothing serious, however I couldn't believe how expensive the tests were. From that day forward, I vowed to always be covered by health insurance, and have always encouraged friends and family to be covered as well. Having moved to the Treasure Valley in 2014 with my wife Judy, I have come to appreciate the wonderful quality of life here. Further, as soon as we moved here I began shopping for new insurance coverage and that's when I stumbled across Health Insurance Associates. I was so impressed with how well I was treated and how this office helped me find the right health policy for my family and myself. I am very excited to be working for HIA and my goal is to assist my clients find just the right health insurance for themselves and their families. My hobbies include sailing, bicycling, walking, and exploring all the great outdoors Idaho has to offer. |
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Ryan Woodburn
I was born and raised along the coast of Southern California. My wife of 18 years and I, along with our four boys, moved to Idaho in 2004. To this day, I’m still amazed by Idaho’s beauty. Having two children with special needs taught me how valuable it is to have someone I trust helping me with my health and financial necessities. After over 12 years in the insurance industry, it was exciting to join HIA. The many options they offer allow me to follow my passion of meeting new people and helping them find the right solutions for their insurance needs.
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Tiffany ClemonsTiffany joined HIA in March of 2013. She came from southeastern Idaho, attended college at Idaho State University and moved to Boise in 1995 where she met and married her husband in 2004. Having worked in the title and escrow industry for most of her career, she’d then taken her life, health and certified tests to become a financial services representative for an upstanding financial company before joining the HIA team. She is the office manager for the company.
She enjoys riding her motorcycle with her husband, horseback riding, camping with 4 wheelers and traveling. |
