Meet The Team

Derick has dedicated more than three decades of his life to the insurance industry, initially starting as a life agent and later pivoting to focus on property and casualty. Over the years, he has worked with several agencies across California and Utah, gaining valuable insights into the complexities of the industry.
In 2002, Derick joined forces with SIAA and co-founded Agents United, recognizing a need to support independent agents and entrepreneurs who were starting their own agencies. As an experienced industry veteran, Derick brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the organization, helping agents navigate the insurance landscape and overcome common obstacles.
Outside of work, Derick is a devoted family man who has been married to his wife Kim for over 35 years. He is the proud father of two children and enjoys spending time with his loved ones. Derick is also an avid photographer who enjoys capturing the beauty of the world around him through his lens. Additionally, he is passionate about staying active and regularly takes to the trails on his mountain bike to get his heart racing.
Derick’s dedication to his work, his family, and his hobbies is a testament to his character and commitment to excellence. His experience and expertise have made him a respected leader in the insurance industry, and his passion for helping others sets him apart as a truly remarkable individual.

Jason Rasmussen is an owner of Agents United. He started his career as a captive agent with Farm Bureau Financial services in 2004. His claim to fame was writing the largest life insurance case in Farm Bureau history. Jason joined Agents United as an owner in 2008 and manages all recruiting efforts, finances, commissions and profit sharing/bonuses for Agents United. He has helped Agents United through his recruiting efforts to expand from $3.5 million in premium to over $400 million in just over 18 years. Jason loves to see the success of all of the agency partners and enjoys our lasting friendships.

Jason is a native of Price, Utah but has called several places home. He has lived in Bountiful, UT, South Africa, Eastvale, California, Provo, UT and now Spanish Fork, Utah. He even convinced his wife to move to California for 12 months to expand Agents United’s, capacity, westward, with an incentive of season tickets to Disneyland. He enjoys taking trips on his Indian Motorcycle with his Father-in-law and has a goal to travel cross country on his bike, as soon as time permits. He is a bit of a car enthusiast and has a goal to own every luxury brand at least once. Most importantly he is married to the love of his life, Amy, and is the proud “dada” to 3 handsome young boys and 1 perfect little adopted princess.

Rolando Recinos is the Founder and CEO of S&R Insurance Group. With his extensive knowledge and experience in the insurance industry, he is well-equipped to provide expert guidance and support to insurance agents on their career path. The wealth of knowledge comes from 22 years of insurance experience. Before starting his own agency, Rolando worked as the Vice President of West Coast Insurance. In 2008 he started a non-standard insurance agency and ran it successfully until he sold it in 2017. Rolando has taken his experience in managing and owning his own agencies to helping insurance professionals realize their dreams of successfully owning their own agency.

Jamie has worked in the insurance industry for over 13 years. She has had many roles over that time, from trainer to quoter.  She has trained 100’s of agents.  There have been times when she has averaged 60 quotes per day and processed many policies.

Jamiee joined Agents United as the Personal Lines Manager in 2014. Since then, she has become the Personal Lines Agency Growth Coach. She helps with the initial orientation of new agencies joining Agents United.  She also trains new agents on the management and quoting systems so that they can be more successful.. Jamiee’s favorite part of the job is getting to know each agency, their staff, and building relationship with them. 

Christie began working in the insurance industry in 1990. After taking time off to raise her two sons, she returned back and joined Agents United in 2015. Throughout her career she has worked with independent and captive agents but enjoys her current work at AU of helping agencies quote with and understand the different carriers, while empowering each agent to build strong, personal, and long-lasting relationships with every carrier. Christie is the jokester of the office and enjoys spending time working on house and yard projects. She also enjoys cooking, spending time with family, and watching anything that contains action, death, destruction, or zombies.

Kevin is an experienced insurance professional with a passion for sales, agency management, and building strong client relationships. With over a decade in the insurance industry, he has successfully managed agency operations, trained teams, and helped businesses grow through strategic planning and development.
Throughout his insurance career, he has served as a captive agent, independent agent, and territory sales manager, gaining extensive experience in both personal and commercial lines. At Agents United, his primary focus is helping agents start or expand their commercial books of business. He is also responsible for agency training, sharing carrier updates, and keeping agents informed about changes within the industry.
Outside of work, Kevin values faith, family, and adventure. He served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, an experience that shaped his outlook on life and service. Married for 15 years, he and his wife are raising four energetic boys who keep family life fun and busy. His family enjoys movie nights, camping, and trips to Disneyland. A lifelong motorsports enthusiast, Kevin has had a passion for cars and motorcycles for as long as he can remember. He loves dirt biking in the summer and snowboarding in the winter, always seeking new adventures.

Angela has experience in connecting and working with thousands of business owners worldwide, helping to find and secure the right markets and coverage. Her knowledge of commercial insurance and strategic approach to placing business make her a valuable asset to both our team and yours. Angela is committed to doing everything she can to support the growth of your commercial book of business.

Outside of work, Angela is a proud mom of five. She’s incredibly social and treasures time with her friends and family. Raised with a strong work ethic, she takes great pride in everything she does—both personally and professionally. The strengths she uses to build a thriving home life seamlessly carry over into her professional world, where she brings care, commitment, and excellence to every client interaction.

Jason is a integral member to our team, whose contributions have been pivotal to our success over the past 2 years. Jason has been an agent and CSR. He provides quick and efficient service to your clients.

Kris loves Agents United and the benefits that it provides to individual agencies. She is the executive assistant, and she currently manages the reception area, directs calls, helps with bonuses, commissions, trip planning, event planning and anything else that is helpful to the organization. She has been with Agents United since 2022.
Kris grew up in Albuquerque, NM but she moved to Utah in 1989 and feel in love with the community.  She has been married for 29 years and has 3 daughters.  She loves craft and art projects.  Kris also loves a good book, relaxing with her family or just being with friends.

Task:
• Preparing Commercial and Personal quotes for Rachel and Megan
• Processing endorsements
• Entering shells into EZLynx
• Bridging quotes through Tarmika

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An outdoor enthusiast who finds clarity and inspiration through hiking. Exploring nature helps me recharge both my mind and soul, bringing fresh energy and perspective to everything I do.

Task:
• Finalizing quotes for agents
• Processing endorsements

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Passionate individual with a love for discovering new foods, cozy cafes, and exploring new places. Always up for a food adventure and finding joy in every travel experience.

Task:
• Finalizing quotes for agents
• Processing endorsements

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I’m a dedicated Virtual Assistant specializing in Commercial Lines Insurance, with experience supporting insurance submissions, gathering underwriting information, reviewing risk details, and coordinating with agents and underwriters to help facilitate the quoting process. I value clear communication, teamwork, and a supportive work environment where I can grow professionally and take on new challenges. I believe every day is an opportunity to learn something new, become better at what I do, and contribute positively to the people I work with.
Outside of work, I enjoy watching documentary films, especially those that allow me to explore new knowledge and perspectives. I also love going to the beach, cooking, and exploring my creative side through arts. These hobbies allow me to relax, recharge, and find inspiration beyond my professional life.

Task:
• Finalizing quotes for agents
• Processing endorsements

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Lei is a Commercial Lines Virtual Assistant with a background in Psychology and a passion for continuous learning. She enjoys supporting insurance operations with attention to detail, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering quality work.
Outside her professional life, Lei loves cooking, creating her own matcha drinks, and experimenting with different flavors. She also enjoys exploring new experiences and going on motorcycle rides whenever she gets the chance.
Curious by nature, Lei believes that growth comes from embracing new experiences, staying open to learning, and finding joy in the little things that make life meaningful.

Task:
• Finalizing quotes for agents
• Processing endorsements

Noemi Mercado is an Account Manager specializing in commercial insurance processing, data management, and client communication. I also handle servicing tasks, such as processing policy endorsements and Certificates of Insurance (COIs).

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In my free time, I enjoy reading books, cooking, and baking. Most importantly, I love spending quality time with my daughters and creating beautiful memories with them. I appreciate the simple things in life and value family, love, and togetherness.