SPOTLIGHT: TEAM HARRIS

Adam Harris
Vice President

While attending the University of Oregon, Adam had a summer internship at Safeco Insurance that opened up a world of opportunity for him to grow in the insurance industry as one of the top professionals in his field. With experience as a commercial underwriter, claims adjuster, field sales/marketing representative, and board director of the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of Oregon, Adam brings the highest level of professionalism and expertise to his clients and the entire LaPorte organization.

Having started his career with such a broad foundation, Adam is uniquely qualified to identify and leverage the most cost-effective and thoughtful coverage for his clients, creating risk reduction programs that help them become industry leaders. Benefiting from his experience as a claims adjuster, Adam assists and guides his clients with care in properly managing what can be a frustrating process.

When Adam is not spending quality time with his family, you can find him on the golf course, snowboarding, mountain biking, traveling, or behind the camera capturing the beauty he has come to love and appreciate.

SPOTLIGHT: TEAM HARRIS

Angie Tjaden
Commercial Lines Account Manager

With more than 19 years of insurance experience, Angie has become an expert in all facets of the industry. After graduating with an associate’s degree she started at CIS/BW Insurance.

Her hard work and customer service paid off and resulted in an account manager position with LaPorte, where she has a diverse book ranging from trade contractors to manufacturers and professional services.

Quality service and timeliness are very important to her, and while the job doesn’t always end at 5 p.m., she is there to finish the task at hand.

The Minnesota-native enjoys her spare time at the beach, hiking and crafting.

SPOTLIGHT: TEAM HARRIS

Rhonda Marlnee
Benefits Account Manager

Earning a Bachelor of Science in management and an MBA with a finance focus, Rhonda comes to LaPorte with a diverse background.  Rhonda has worked in small business sales and account management for the last 19 years.   Rhonda’s background in both fields gives her the experience to know how to dig deep to understand her clients’ needs and help them make the best decision either individually or for their company when choosing a benefit plan.  Rhonda enjoys getting to know her clients and wants her clients to know and understand her, so she can build a working relationship based on trust and respect.  When Rhonda has time, she enjoys spending time outdoors running, paddle boarding and kayaking.  She also enjoys traveling around the world where she has visited 25 countries to date.

SPOTLIGHT: TEAM HARRIS

Kelly Anne Tow
Personal Lines Account Manager

Kelly Anne joins LaPorte with 21 years of Personal Lines experience working with agencies in California, Arizona, Minnesota and Oregon.  Kelly Anne started her career out working with a direct writer, which gave her exposure to a variety of insurance opportunities that she can pass along to her clients.  Kelly Anne enjoys customer service treating her clients with respect and patience. She also assists her clients in ensuring they have a strong policy with competitive pricing.  Personal Lines coverages can be confusing, and Kelly Anne takes the extra time to explain these coverages to make purchasing a policy easy and convenient.   Kelly Anne enjoys spending her free time with her friends, and puppy hiking, biking, and watching movies.