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Feature Article: VSP Individual Vision Plans

We just can’t make it the 2024 SAHU Business Expo this year, but we want to share that VSP® Individual Vision Plans does not skip a beat when it comes to providing your clients with access to the eye care and eyewear they need.

VSP Individual Vision Plans offers a no-hassle, high-value solution for those without access to vision benefits. VSP provides solutions with speed to market, proven products filed in all 50 states, easy administration and reporting capabilities, year-round member online self-enrollment, and the nation’s largest network of providers.

The VSP Individual Plans team is consistently looking for creative opportunities to help our brokers build their suite of solutions, fill coverage gaps or expand reach. Our flexible solutions and team support fulfill our commitment to offer consumers greater access to high-quality, affordable eye care and eyewear. Learn more at https://www.individualbrokervision.com/.

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SAHU Newsletter | May 2024

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SAHU Vanguard Cornhole Event Showcases Fun and Friendly Competition

Sacramento, CA May 7, 2024 – The Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) recently hosted its annual Vanguard Cornhole event, bringing together 31 teams and 70 attendees for a day of camaraderie and spirited competition.

Held last Thursday, the event highlighted the growing popularity of cornhole as a recreational activity among SAHU members.

The top three teams emerged victorious after a day of intense competition:

  • 1st Place: Danny Langarica (Cal Choice) & Andy Fullerton (Wraith Scarlett Randolph) – Prizes included 2 Giants tickets and a $50 Firehouse gift card.
  • 2nd Place: Brian Coppin (Cal Choice) & David Parker (Cigna + Oscar) – Prizes included a $50 Top Golf gift card and a $25 movie theater gift card.
  • 3rd Place: Enoch Barrios (Covered CA) & Guest – Prizes included a $25 movie theater gift card.

Special recognition goes to Cerrina Jensen, who narrowly missed being the first woman to make it into the top 3. Her performance was commendable and showcased the inclusive nature of SAHU events.

The event also provided a platform for valuable networking opportunities, allowing brokers and general agents to connect in a relaxed setting. Participants enjoyed the friendly yet competitive atmosphere, fostering a sense of community among attendees.

“We’re thrilled with the success of this year’s Vanguard Cornhole event,” said Helen Ornellas, SAHU President. “It was great to see everyone come together for a day of fun and networking.”

SAHU would like to thank all the participants, sponsors and volunteers who made this event possible.

2024 Vanguard Cornhole Sponsors:

  • Aetna
  • Aflac
  • Amwins
  • Anthem
  • Beam
  • Bruins Legal Documentation
  • Cal Choice
  • Covered California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Marshall
  • People Rock
  • Sun Life
  • Sutter Health
  • VSP
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Word & Brown

For more information about SAHU and future events, visit sahu-ca.com.

To view more details about the event, visit our Cornhole Event page.

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For over 30 years, SAHU has worked to improve our members’ ability to meet the health, financial and retirement security needs of all Californians and Americans through education, advocacy, and professional development. For more information, please visit: sahu-ca.com. 

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SAHU Newsletter | April 2024

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SAHU PAC Event Recap: A Night of Impact and Insight

Sacramento, CA – SAHU members and supporters gathered last Thursday for an evening of education, advocacy, and networking at the SAHU PAC event. The event, which sold out quickly, featured intimate discussions with leading lobbyists and advocates shaping California healthcare.

Helen Ornellas, SAHU President, remarked, “The room was filled with like-minded Brokers and Agents who wanted to know what’s going on firsthand and were not let down, amazing evening.”

Guest speakers Faith Borges, Legislative Advocate, and Rob Stutzman, political commentator, provided updates on California health insurance and the current political landscape. The focus was on the Single Payor system and its status across political lines, highlighting the importance of being involved in shaping healthcare policy.

Faith Borges also spotlighted the pending initiative to implement a mandatory statewide insurance program for long-term care services and supports. Visit Long Term Care Insurance Task Force to learn more. Attendees engaged in discussions with special guests, including CAHIP President Tim Kanter and CAHIP VP of PAC Jack Holder, enriching the evening with valuable insights and expertise.

For those who missed the event, there’s an opportunity to stay involved by attending the upcoming CAHIP Capitol Summit in May. This event offers a chance to connect with industry experts, engage in discussions with legislative speakers and guests as they address the most recent healthcare concerns.

“We invite all members and those in the community to attend the upcoming CAHIP Capitol Summit in May,” said Helen Ornellas, SAHU President. “It’s another opportunity to connect, engage, and drive positive change in our healthcare system.”  For more information about the CAHIP Capitol Summit, visit Capitol Conference details HERE.

SAHU extends its gratitude to its members, event sponsors, and the community for their dedicated support and participation in the PAC event. Together, we are making a difference and driving positive change in healthcare.

Learn more about PAC HERE.

If you would like to support PAC directly, you may do so HERE.

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For over 30 years, SAHU has worked to improve our members’ ability to meet the health, financial and retirement security needs of all Californians and Americans through education, advocacy, and professional development. For more information, please visit: sahu-ca.com. 

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SAHU Newsletter | March 2024

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SAHU’s Disco Fever Annual Crab Feed Lights Up Sacramento with Groovy Vibes

Sacramento, CA – The Sacramento Association of Health Underwriters (SAHU) hosted a dazzling Disco Fever-themed Crab Feed on Friday, March 15th, which brought together 350 attendees for an evening of fun, food, and fundraising.

The event, held at Citrus Heights Community Center, was a huge success, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors. Their contributions helped make this event possible and allows SAHU to continue its mission of supporting other health insurance professionals, and our advocacy for better health care in California.

The evening featured a delectable array of seafood, including 800 pounds of crab and 100 pounds of shrimp, which were enjoyed by all.

Guests got into the groove at the silent auction, bidding on disco-tastic items like tropical trips, sports memorabilia, and art pieces. Adding to the disco fever, a dazzling array of desserts, generously donated by SAHU members and sponsors were eagerly bid on and enjoyed by many.

The evening concluded with an unforgettable costume contest and dance-off, where guys and gals showed off their best disco moves and grooved to the sounds of the ’70s.

SAHU would like to thank all of our sponsors, donors, and attendees for making this event a success. Your support is truly appreciated and will help SAHU continue to serve the health underwriting community in Sacramento.

SAHU extends a special thank you to the incredible committee, whose diligent work made this evening success:

  • Diane Christian – InterWest
  • Carmen Perea – Benefit Mall
  • Rosamaria Marrujo – Trusted American
  • Penelope Yanez – Kaiser Permanente
  • Peter Alamillo – Delta Dental
  • Helen Ornellas – Ornellas & Associates
  • Specs Lanham
  • Liz Mack – Kaiser Permanente
  • Jackie Martinez – Ornellas & Associates
  • David Pierce – Canopy Health
  • Cerrina Jensen – Stellar Stories
  • David Brabender – Atman Insurance
  • Addison Beverly – Aetna
  • Lauren Bayha – BenefitsBay

To view the full gallery, and get a full recap of the evening, visit our SAHU site.     

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For over 30 years, SAHU has worked to improve our members’ ability to meet the health, financial and retirement security needs of all Californians and Americans through education, advocacy, and professional development. For more information, please visit: sahu-ca.com. 

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SAHU Newsletter | February 2024

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SAHU Newsletter | January 2024

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SAHU Newsletter | December 2023

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