Mestayer of Yates & Associates Retires

Bob Mestayer has retired from Yates & Associates Insurance Services after a long career in the insurance industry.

“This is certainly a well deserved move for Bob, a veteran insurance professional. He’s enjoyed a long, prosperous career in the California insurance marketplace and has been looking forward to this moment,” said Jim Yates, president and CEO. “He and his wife, Millie, have hopped aboard their RV and have already started touring the West Coast. Everyone here at Yates is envious and wishes Bob and his bride a very happy retirement.”

Barbara Parker-Hatch, executive vice president advised that business is being conducted as usual. Alex Zardeneta will continue to oversee the underwriters in the Stockton, Calif., branch and the other Yates offices.

Yates & Associates’ is headquartered in Tustin, Calif.