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Paul Scholz
If you need help with child delivery in your car, I’m your guy. I work well under pressure and try to bring that confidence to work when we need it. At OCI, I work hard to deliver a group support team that you can’t work without.
Email: pscholz@ociservices.com |
Senior Vice President of Group Sales |
Email Paul |
402-330-8700 |
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Amy Beguin
Details, details, details…. Some like to give details a bad rap but they are my favorite part! Be assured I’m double-checking every detail… for fun! I work to make clients’ lives easier and maybe every now and then make people smile with my tasteful yet edgy wit. As a lifelong athlete, I enjoy watching sports, spending time with my husband and kids, competing in Crossfit, and continuing my search for the world’s best Americano.
Email: abeguin@ociservices.com |
Sales Executive |
Email Amy |
402-330-8700 (Download Contact Sheet) |
Jessica Colo
 I have a passion for encouraging agents to grow and retain business while reducing overhead costs. I’m always looking for new opportunities to learn and grow personally while helping others along the way. Outside of work you can find me spending time with family, friends, animals, or really doing anything fun and active! No challenge is too great as my competitive spirit keeps me afloat.
Email: jcolo@ociservices.com |
Sales Executive |
Email Jessica |
402-330-8700 |
Ryan Rourke
My “It’s Always Sunny” and “30 Rock” quote game is absolute madness. I am an Account Executive here at OCI and I love what I do. My day consists of collaborating with our brokers to ensure we provide them a product that will blow their clients away. If I’m not working I’m listening to music and throwing down in the kitchen.
Email: rrourke@ociservices.com |
Account Executive |
Email Ryan |
402-330-8700> |
Sara Fleming
 Easygoing and outgoing…in short, I love people. At OCI I have the chance to engage and support our amazing brokers. At home, my role is wife to Brian and Mom to Brody and Clare.
Email: sara@ociservices.com |
Senior Sales Executive |
Email Sara |
402-697-5648 (Download Contact Sheet) |
Mark Hellickson
 Growing up in the Twin-Cities and raising my 4 kids here, I’m an avid sports fan and enjoy time with family, golfing, boating, and riding bikes. As a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), my career in Life and Health Insurance keeps me busy. When I’m not helping agents and brokers grow their business, I enjoy listening to music and reading.
Email: mhellickson@ociservices.com |
Sales Executive |
Email Mark |
402-330-8700 |
Nate Berger I try to bring the energy every day (usually aided by coffee). I am an outdoorsman/sports junkie and I relish my very important job of being my nieces’ and nephews’ favorite uncle. As an Account Executive anything is fair game, so don’t be afraid to ask.
Email: nberger@ociservices.com |
Senior Account Executive |
Email Nate |
402-697-5641 |
Justin Wilberger
I am a Nebraska City boy at heart. Give me a cup of coffee and a porch and life is good. I believe in taking care of people and everything after that seems to fall into place. I am driven by the fact that I know when working with an agent they are always in the best hands with the OCI team. Fall football, Spring golf, and Summer near water with family and friends are a few of my favorite pastimes. I look forward to the opportunity to help you grow your business and take care of you as you do your own clients.
Email: jwilberger@ociservices.com |
Senior Sales Executive |
Email Justin |
402-330-9494 (Download Contact Sheet) |
Randy Somercik
I am passionate about helping people. Where there is a need I will work to help. Whether it is a social project, business project, physical fitness project, home improvement project…I will do what I can to help. My motto is: I am third; God is first, family, friends and others second, I am third. Investing time with family, reading any type of book and learning new skills is how I spend my free time. Now for a mind twister: I am married to my sister’s husband’s sister. Do the math, it works and has for over 30 years.
Email: rsomercik@ociservices.com |
Sales Executive |
Email Randy |
402-330-8700 |
Eric Larson
 Husker football enthusiast and wannabe golf pro. I am an Account Executive here at OCI and my goal is to help you direct your clients to find the best insurance products available to them.
Email: elarson@ociservices.com |
Account Executive Manager |
Email Eric |
402-697-5625 |
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Senior Employee Benefit Specialist |
Email Todd |
402-697-5631 (Download Contact Sheet) |
Richard Lipprand
I am on call for all things group insurance, retirement planning, and good ol’ fashion pranks. When I’m not making my coworkers laugh with a good joke or helping my groups simplify the world of insurance, I’m busy with my wife caring for our new triplets born in January 2021.
Email: richard@ociservices.com |
Employee Benefit Specialist |
Email Richard |
402-330-8700 |
Scott Large
Before I started at OCI, I was a producer out in the field. This experience gives me unique insight as to what an agent needs to help their presentations go as smoothly as possible. When I’m not helping brokers, you can find me at a concert or just about every home Husker football game with a frosty beverage in hand.
Email: slarge@ociservices.com |
Employee Benefit Specialist |
Email Scott |
402-330-8700 |
Brittney Williams
I never shy away from a challenge and love to be the first to solve the problem. Maybe that’s why I enjoy working on the Financial Solutions team at OCI so much. No two problems are the same! When I’m not helping our brokers and staff at the office, I’m spending time with my 2 kids, staying active, and being outside.
Email: bwilliams@ociservices.com |
Account Manager |
Email Brittney |
402-330-8700 |
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Teresa Swoopes
They say “if you love what you do, you never work a day in your life”. Although OCI pays me to help brokers implement worksite benefits for their clients, to me, I am privileged to be making new friends and helping them protect their lifestyle for the unexpected. When I’m not dreaming of my happy place in Jamaica, I am probably planning my next play day with one of my grandkids. Life is good and I wake with a grateful heart every day!
Email: tswoopes@ociservices.com |
Worksite Director |
Email Teresa |
402-330-9487 |
Eleanor Upton
I am constantly planning my next adventure whether it be for work or for fun. Working in the “Worksite Department” I get the opportunity to meet so many diverse groups of people and see so many wonderful new places I wouldn’t normally get to see. When I’m not busy on the road I spend most of my free time with my family or working on some sort of project. Rarely will you find me sitting still, but when I am I’m usually working my way through a good book.
Email: eupton@ociservices.com |
Worksite Director |
Email Eleanor |
402-697-5655 |
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Rich Boltz 
When I started at OCI in 2012, I was quiet, assisted with group sales, and kept as far away from management as possible. Now, I am quiet and landed a management position overseeing the Group Sales Department. When I’m not in the office, I like to watch baseball and football…quietly.
Email: rboltz@ociservices.com |
Director of Group Sales |
Email Rich |
402-330-9481 |
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Rebecca Bomberger
Born and raised in Nebraska. I received my undergrad degree from Nebraska Wesleyan. I love to play softball and hang out with friends during my free time. I am currently pursuing my MBA from Doane. I have a husky named Apollo. I am excited to become an aunt for the first time this summer as well as a god mother.
Email: rbomberger@ociservices.com |
Group Sales Manager |
Email Rebecca |
402-330-8700 |
Jimmy Abate
Family, friends, and food are 3 of my favorite things. Another is successfully helping an agent get an accurate quote to present to their clients. At OCI, I regularly get to enjoy all 4 – my sister is an employee too.
Email: jabate@ociservices.com |
Group Sales Specialist |
Email Jimmy |
402-330-8700 |
John Lawman
I like learning stuff and I like doing stuff. Sometimes it’s at the same time. Fortunately at OCI, I’m always learning and doing new things which makes my days much more enjoyable.
Email: jlawman@ociservices.com |
Group Sales Specialist |
Email John |
402-330-8700 |
Alexander Houston
Critical thinking, accuracy, and efficiency are a few of the tools I use to serve our brokers and clients. OCI is a great place to constantly learn and grow as we stride forward in the ever-changing world of Insurance. I look forward to facing new challenges every day. I know with a great team; we can do anything!
Email: ahouston@ociservices.com |
Group Sales Administrator |
Email Alexander |
402-330-8700 |
Alyssa Regier
 Nebraskan through and through here! Born and raised in a small town that had more cows than people. I spent a lot time on the farm which set me up to be a hard-working, football loving, sarcastic, animal enthusiast. My husband and I made the big move to Lincoln, Ne in 2017 after graduating college. House renovations, volleyball, photography, and my dogs (Dakota and Luna) take up most of my time! After having three knee surgeries by the age of 24 you would think I would be a pro when it comes to insurance. But I’m not.. Yet. I’m excited to grow and learn by being a part of the OCI team.
Email: aregier@ociservices.com |
Group Sales Administrator |
Email Alyssa |
402-330-8700 |
Drew Bugajny
Long-time Bartender, First-time Desk Jockey. Combining people skills and insurance knowledge makes OCI the best fit for me. I thrive most when taking on challenges and learning new things! Also, English is my second language (after sarcasm).
Email: abugajny@ociservices.com |
Group Sales Administrator |
Email Drew |
402-330-8700 |
| Sarah Knight |
New Group Sales Quoting |
Email Sarah |
402-330-8700 |
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Gloria Steele
I was told once by a manager it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to process medical claims. Today I say YES IT DOES! I will assist you to the moon and back!
Email: gsteele@ociservices.com |
In Force Manager |
Email Gloria |
402-330-8700 |
Beverly Deitering 
It’s 3:00 AM and you are in the Emergency Room and you are advised that you are not eligible for benefits. Take an aspirin and call me in the morning and I guarantee I will get your issue resolved.
Your dog has eaten your ID card and you need to see your primary physician. Call me and I will get you an alternate ID number and advise you on getting a temporary ID card.
While on vacation in France, you get very ill and you have to pay the hospital expenses. Upon returning to the U.S., contact me and I will help you get reimbursed so that you can replace your i-Phone that you lost at the hospital.
Email: beverly@ociservices.com |
In Force Specialist |
Email Beverly |
402-697-5642 |
Sydney Pithan
 Usually you can find me snuggled up with my pup and a big cup of tea! Watching the latest hit series or reading a great book are my ideal weekend plans. I am a social butterfly so I may share my life story with you without warning, although I promise to do it with a smile. I’ve always had a very bubbly personality, but working with OCI has shown me a culture of positivity can nourish that even more so.
Email: spithan@ociservices.com |
In Force Specialist |
Email Sydney |
402-330-8700 |
Amanda Mangiamelli
 Most days you can find me with my 3 kids outdoors looking for new adventures, reading books, and learning as many new things as I can. I have a passion for helping others and changing the world one smile at a time. I believe that life should be lived to the fullest and that happiness is contagious.
Email: amangiamelli@ociservices.com |
In Force Specialist |
Email Amanda |
402-330-8700 |
Pam Eihausen
Having recently joined OCI I can honestly say I am glad to be here. In the ever-changing world of insurance, the one thing I am sure of is that this a team that can get it done! When I’m away from the office I can be found reading or spending time outdoors. My newest hobby is that I am in the process of learning to golf. Favorite quote: Life should be measured not by the number of breaths we take, but by the number of moments that take our breath away.
Email: peihausen@ociservices.com |
In Force Administrator |
Email Pam |
402-330-8700 |
Sydney Wattier
Adventure is always on the horizon if you look for it! I am forever fueled by the challenges around me and love to push myself each day. Whether it is in my work at OCI, or out in the world, I want to see how far I can go. Sports, running, hiking, boxing, rowing, even baking; I want to do it all. The possibilities for competition and fun are endless, so I am out to explore them!
Email: swattier@ociservices.com |
In Force Administrator |
Email Sydney |
402-330-8700 |
Jessica Brown
While I never thought I would find myself in the insurance world, here I am! I love that what we do helps people when they need it most. Every day I get to learn from the best. My 6 favorite F’s are Faith, Family, Friends, Fitness, Food, and Fashion. I enjoy traveling with my husband and trying to keep up with our 6 kids. Some say it keeps us young, but I say they make us tired.
Email: jbrown@ociservices.com |
In Force Administrator |
Email Jessica |
402-330-8700 |
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Jessica Heywood
Important qualities such as being positive, flexible, and organized come in handy while working in the Renewals department and as a mother of three. ……Oh, did I mention patience?
Email: renewals@ociservices.com |
Renewals Manager |
Email Jessica |
402-697-5628 |
Taylor Warren
 Hi there! My name is Taylor and I am a lover of sushi, dogs, horror movies, and video games. If I could make my bio all about sushi and puppies, I would. But going the more professional route, some might say I am determined and proactive, which is definitely needed in the Renewals Department to get things done on time!
Email: twarren@ociservices.com
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Renewals Administrator |
Email Taylor |
402-330-8700 |
| Lexi Dillon |
Renewals Administrator |
Email Lexi |
402-330-8700 |
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Wesley Pratt
I configure HR intranet sites, administer electronic enrollment, and process select legal documents for employer groups needing helpful human resource tools.
Email: wpratt@ociservices.com |
Benefits Enrollment Administrator |
Email Wesley |
402-330-8700 |
I consider myself decent at everything but not great at anything. At OCI, I help Tony out at the front desk and I also help in any area of the company in which a decent job is needed.
Adventure enthusiast, lover of the outdoors, proud mama and wife. I have a numbers brain but love helping people. At OCI, that allows me to translate the DRs and CRs into meaningful information everyone can understand!
I enjoy challenging myself in all kinds of ways. My wonderful wife and amazing children provide me with two of my most important challenges: being a good husband and father. They provide me with a lot of motivation to be the best I can be. One of my newest challenges: mastering my current role as the commissions’ administrator here at OCI. The work is rewarding, the people here are great, and I feel blessed to be here. Beyond that, you might find me trying to get my 5K run time back down to what it was when I was 18 (I’ve been trying for a long, long time) or putting together a scale model (yes, there are people who still do that).
A graduate from Kansas State University, when things didn’t work out for me to become a rapper or a point guard for the Chicago Bulls or LA Lakers, I knew the financial services industry was where I needed to be. Having been an agent for over 20 years, I enjoy and appreciate the opportunity to work with other agents because I can relate to them. I believe that having field sales experience puts me at a competitive advantage and proves once again that OCI is so much more than your typical IMO. I have been married to my high school sweetheart, Abie, for over two decades. We have 3 children: Jameson, Meredith, and Garret. We spend each day teaching them that being a KU fan is just not ok.
Hi there! My name is Ana Chavez. I am a recent graduate of Gustavus Adolphus College, (Go Gusties!) little did I think I would find myself working in the insurance industry post-graduation, but here I am excited to learn more. I am a true crime fanatic, you can catch me listening to podcasts like Crime Junkie or Dateline daily. I am a choir kid and have had the opportunity to tour all over the Midwest and Europe with the amazing Gustavus Choir. I am also a complete coffee snob, I can’t start my days without it. In my free time you can find me going to the gym, or spending time with my close friends out singing karaoke!
