More Employers Offer Menopause Benefits

More Employers Offer Menopause Benefits

A growing number of employers are adding menopause-related benefits to their health and wellness programs, recognizing both the personal and business impact of this phase of women’s health. According to a 2023 Mayo Clinic report, menopause-related symptoms are responsible for an estimated $1.8 billion in lost workdays annually in the U.S., largely due to absenteeism…

2025 Thomas G. Williams Award Recipient – Jeffrey Williams

Congratulations to our 2025 Thomas G. Williams Award Recipient!   Jeffrey Williams Commercial Insurance Broker Roseville, CA Each year, this prestigious award honors outstanding broker performance and is named after the visionary who founded InterWest in 1992.   Shoutout to Jeffrey for his exceptional performance, leadership, and dedication! We’re proud to have such a strong…

OSHA Updates Its Inspection Targeting Plan

OSHA Updates Its Inspection Targeting Plan

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has overhauled its Site-Specific Targeting (SST) inspection program, marking a major shift in how the agency identifies and prioritizes workplaces for inspection. Effective May 20, 2025, the new guidance applies to non-construction employers with 20 or more employees and significantly increases OSHA’s reliance on employer-reported injury and illness data…

2024 Distinguished Employee – Diane Quackenbush

Congratulations to Our Distinguished Employee Award Recipient!   Diane Quackenbush Senior Account Manager, Commercial Insurance Department Chico Office Each year, InterWest recognizes employees who are identified by their co-workers as having demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their clients, workmates as well as their community. This partnership between work and giving back makes them stand out…

2025 Thomas G. Williams Award Recipient – Matt Foster

Congratulations to our 2025 Thomas G. Williams Award Recipient!   Matt Foster Vice President, Surety Sacramento, CA Each year, this prestigious award honors outstanding broker performance and is named after the visionary who founded InterWest in 1992. Matt’s performance, leadership, and dedication are truly exceptional. We’re proud to have him on the InterWest team.  …

2024 Distinguished Employee – Yadira Gutierrez

Congratulations to Our Distinguished Employee Award Recipient!   Yadira Gutierrez Account Manager, Commercial Insurance Department Santa Rosa Office Each year, InterWest recognizes employees who are identified by their co-workers as having demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their clients, workmates as well as their community. This partnership between work and giving back makes them stand out…

The Critical Role of Integration After a Merger or Acquisition

For insurance agency owners considering a sale or looking to expand through acquisition, understanding the importance of post-merger integration is essential. While closing the deal is a major milestone, the integration of systems, staff, cultures and operations will determine whether the merger or acquisition is an unbridled success or falls short of expectations. Integration is…