The Orange County Business Journal presents the 2026 Leaders of Influence: Insurance, recognizing 18 Orange County insurance professionals who help businesses, employers, and families manage risk that keeps getting more complex.
This year’s honorees cover the full range of the industry: brokerage, consulting, underwriting, claims, and executive leadership. Their specialties include commercial property and casualty, employee health and benefits, alternative risk financing such as captives and self-funded plans, and industry-focused practices in construction, higher education, consumer goods, technology and life sciences. Many have spent 30 years or more in the business. They bring backgrounds in actuarial science, public accounting, health plan management and professional football to how they advise clients.
As employers deal with rising healthcare costs, shifting regulations, and changing insurance markets, these leaders help organizations lower their total cost of risk, close coverage gaps and make better decisions about their workforce. Inside, you’ll find each honoree’s career highlights, areas of expertise, and community involvement. Together, they show the expertise and accountability Orange County businesses count on to protect their people, assets and growth.
Mark Anelli, Morris & Garritano
Chris Bartlett, Marsh Agency
Glen Carlson, Marsh Agency
Barry Colburn, UCA General Insurance Services
Tim Conard, Marsh Agency
Ronda Eckhardt, Marsh Agency
Steve Fisk, Marsh Agency
Rita Guild, Marsh Agency
Erin Hoefer, Marsh Agency
Stacy Hubbard, Marsh Agency
Douglas King, Marsh Agency
Robert Lan, UCA General Insurance Services
Brendan Morris, Morris & Garritano
Marc Pannier, Marsh Agency
Mark Rosskopf, Marsh Agency
Frank Stipati, UCA General Insurance Services
Dan Troy, Morris & Garritano
Tevya Weinthal, Marsh Agency