LEADERSHIP
Jonathan Shull
Chief Executive Officer
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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
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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
Palos Verdes Peninsula & Harbor
Central & South LA County
Artesia
Bell Gardens
Bellflower
Cerritos
Commerce
Gateway Cities Council of Governments
Hawaiian Gardens
La Mirada
Lakewood
Lomita
Norwalk
Palos Verdes Estates
Palos Verdes Peninsula Transit Authority
Paramount
Rancho Palos Verdes
Rolling Hills
Rolling Hills Estates
Signal Hill
Southeast Area Animal Control Authority
Southern California Association of Governments
(562) 631-1040
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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
Northern Ventura County
Central Coast
Monterey County
Marin County
Arroyo Grande
Black Gold Cooperative Library System
Buellton
Carpinteria
Fillmore
Goleta
Grover Beach
Guadalupe
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District
Morro Bay
Ojai
Pacific Grove
Paso Robles
Pismo Beach
San Luis Obispo
Santa Paula
Seaside
Seaside County Sanitation
Solvang
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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
North & South Orange County
Aliso Viejo
Area E Disaster Management
Laguna Niguel
Laguna Woods
Lake Forest
Mission Viejo
Orange County Council of Governments
Rossmoor Community Services District
Seal Beach
Stanton
Villa Park
West Cities Communications Center
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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
South Orange County
San Diego County
Inland Counties
Brawley
Coachella Valley Association of Governments
Coachella Valley Conservation Commission
Coastal Animal Services Authority
Dana Point
Desert Recreation District
El Centro
Hemet
Imperial
Indian Wells
Indio
La Quinta
Lake Elsinore
Lemon Grove
Palm Desert
Poway
San Clemente
San Juan Capistrano
San Marcos
Vista
(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
San Gabriel Valley
West LA
Pomona Valley
Alhambra
Azusa
Bradbury
Duarte
Irwindale
La Cañada Flintridge
LA IMPACT
La Palma
LA-RICS
Monrovia
Pomona Valley Transportation Authority
Rosemead
San Dimas
San Gabriel
San Marino
Sierra Madre
South El Monte
Temple City
West Hollywood
(562) 631-2261
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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
East LA County
San Bernardino County
Eastern Sierras
Apple Valley
Big Bear City Community Services District
Big Bear Fire Authority
Big Bear Lake
Bishop
Chino Hills
Claremont
Diamond Bar
Eastern Sierra Transportation Authority
Grand Terrace
La Habra Heights
La Puente
La Verne
Loma Linda
Mammoth Lakes
Mountain Area Rapid Transit Authority
Needles
Santa Fe Springs
Walnut
West Covina
(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
Coastal & Northwest LA County
South Ventura County
Agoura Hills
Agoura Hills and Calabasas Community Center
Calabasas
Camarillo
Hidden Hills
Lawndale
Malibu
Moorpark
Port Hueneme
Ventura Port District
Westlake Villiage
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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
Jason McBride
Finance Director
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Jason joined the California JPIA in 2021. He directs the finance functions of the Authority, which includes preparing financial statements and reports, developing the Authority’s budget, and providing administrative financial support to the Executive Management Team.
Grazyna Buchowiecki
Senior Accountant
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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
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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
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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.