Staff – California JPIA

LEADERSHIP

Jonathan Shull

Chief Executive Officer

Jon joined the California JPIA in 1995. He oversees board relations, general administration, policy development, member communications, marketing, and external relations.

Norman Lefmann

Assistant Executive Officer

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Norm joined the California JPIA in 2004. He oversees member-facing programs including risk management, training, claims and social media. Norm also has executive responsibility for the organization’s technology.

Alexander Smith

Deputy Executive Officer

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Alex joined the California JPIA in 2009. He oversees all financial and accounting matters including underwriting, cost allocation, budgeting, captive operations, and policy development. Alex also coordinates and directs actuarial studies, new member on-boarding, and financial audits.

PROGRAM MANAGERS

Paul Zeglovitch

Liability Program Manager

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Paul joined the California JPIA in 2008. He manages all aspects of the liability protection program including activities of the program’s third-party administrator and defense panel attorneys. Paul also manages the Authority’s employment assistance and intervention program.

Kelly Trainer Policky

Employment Practices Manager

(562) 467-8781
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Kelly joined the California JPIA in 2021. She manages the Employment Hotline and works with member agencies on employee relations issues.

Jeff Rush

Workers’ Compensation
Program Manager

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Jeff joined the California JPIA in 2012. He manages all aspects of the workers’ compensation program including the activities of the program’s third-party administrator and defense panel attorneys. Jeff also manages cost containment programs including the medical provider network.

Jim Thyden

Insurance Programs Manager

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Jim joined the California JPIA in 2007. He manages the property program and commercial insurance programs and services, and placement of excess and reinsurance. Jim also manages evidences of coverage and coverage documents.

RISK MANAGERS

Melaina Francis

Risk Manager: Region 1

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Melaina joined the California JPIA in 2013. She manages member relations, including training, risk management, claims, and finance for members in Palos Verdes Peninsula & Harbor and Central & South LA County. Melaina consults on complex issues of risk, analyzes contracts and manages member action plans.

Tim Karcz

Risk Manager: Region 2

(562) 631-9782
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Tim joined the California JPIA in 2018. He manages member relations, including training, risk management, claims, and finance for members in Northern Ventura County, Central Coast, Monterey County, and Marin County. Tim consults on complex issues of risk, analyzes contracts and manages member action plans.

Lucy Gonzalez

Risk Manager: Region 3

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Lucy joined the California JPIA in 2020. She manages member relations, including training, risk management, claims, and finance for members in North & South Orange County. Lucy consults on complex issues of risk, analyzes contracts and manages member action plans.

Alex Mellor

Risk Manager: Region 4

(562) 631-0814
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Alex joined the California JPIA in 2012. He manages member relations, including training, risk management, claims, and finance for members in South Orange County, San Diego County, and Inland Counties. Alex consults on complex issues of risk, analyzes contracts and manages member action plans.

Maria Galvan

Risk Manager: Region 5

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Maria joined the California JPIA in 2013. She manages member relations, including training, risk management, claims, and finance for members in the San Gabriel Valley, West Los Angeles, and the Pomona Valley. Maria consults on complex issues of risk, analyzes contracts and manages member action plans.

Tony Leite

Risk Manager: Region 6

(562) 484-8226
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Tony joined the California JPIA in 2020. He manages member relations, including training, risk management, claims, and finance for members in East Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, and the Eastern Sierras. Tony consults on complex issues of risk, analyzes contracts and manages member action plans.

Toni Consolo

Risk Manager: Region 7

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Toni joined the California JPIA in 2020. She manages member relations, including training, risk management, claims, and finance for members in Coastal & Northwest Los Angeles County and South Ventura County. Toni consults on complex issues of risk, analyzes contracts and manages member action plans.

FINANCE

Grazyna Buchowiecki

Senior Accountant

(562) 467-8728
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Grazyna joined the California JPIA in 2003. She maintains the general ledger, produces financial statements and statistical reports, and provides accounting support to the Chief Financial Officer.

Aaron Webb

Data and Underwriting Analyst

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Aaron joined the Authority in 2020. He collects payroll and loss data for underwriting, performs annual contribution calculations and retrospective adjustment computations. Aaron also coordinates actuarial studies, develops cost indications for prospective members, and provides data analysis and support for a variety of projects.

Habib Ali

Accounting Specialist

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Habib joined the California JPIA in 2016. He processes accounts payable, reconciles invoices, and provides technical and clerical assistance to the Chief Financial Officer and finance staff.

TRAINING

Joseph Eynon

Training Manager

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Joe joined the California JPIA in 2005. He oversees the training program, including learning management, curriculum development, and course development.

Ryan Thomas

Training and Loss Control
Specialist

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Ryan joined the California JPIA in 2016. He assists in the development and implementation of the training curriculum, including designing courses, evaluating current training, and managing instructors and consultants.

Michelle Aguayo

Training Coordinator

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Michelle joined the California JPIA in 2008. She coordinates training, academies, special events, and manages instructor logistics and standards.

ADMINISTRATION

Veronica Ruiz

Agency Clerk

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Veronica joined the California JPIA in 2018. She manages the agenda review process and preparation of agendas, records management program, conflict of interest and Statements of Economic Interests, and response to public records requests.

Carl Sandstrom

Business Projects Manager

(562) 467-8718
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Carl joined the California JPIA in 2003. He manages implementation and support of technology projects, including hardware, software, and telecommunications.

Nikki Salas

Human Resources Manager

(562) 467-8722
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Nikki joined the California JPIA in 2021. She manages employee relations, including human resources policies and programs, the performance management process, and professional development opportunities for staff. Nikki also oversees the Authority’s safety committee.

Abraham Han

Management Analyst

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Abe joined the California JPIA in 2015. He provides analytical support to risk management and manages technical member resources. Abraham also coordinates the sidewalk maintenance and ADA assistance programs.

Courtney Morrison

Management Analyst

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Courtney joined the California JPIA in 2014. She manages website resources and content, directs social media and related sites, and coordinates external communication.

Edith Avina

Administrative Assistant

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Edith joined the California JPIA in 2002. She provides member services support and assists the Assistant Executive Officer.

Denise Covell

Administrative Assistant

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Denise joined the California JPIA in 2014. She provides member services support to risk management, training, data management, and claims.

Lyndsie Buskirk

Administrative Assistant

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Lyndsie joined the California JPIA in 2015. She provides administrative support to executive and administrative operations and assists the Chief Executive Officer and Administrative Programs Manager.

Maria Daniels

Office Assistant

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Maria joined the California JPIA in 2016. She provides administrative support to training operations.

Chris Yanonis

Maintenance Worker

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Chris joined the California JPIA in 2007. He oversees building maintenance and facilities operations. Chris is also responsible for campus security.