To remain an industry leader, Cragin & Pike invests in what matters most, our team. We are committed to cultivating a culture of excellence and encourage 100% engagement.
LEADERSHIP AT CRAGIN & PIKE
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Scott Kerestesi
Chief Executive Officer
Scott Kerestesi
Scott’s journey with Cragin & Pike began in 2005 after graduating from The Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado and then diving into the insurance industry with the Travelers Insurance Company.
When Scott returned to his hometown of Las Vegas, he joined Cragin & Pike as a producer. By 2011, his success afforded him an equity position in the company. Scott currently oversees the agency’s operations as our Chief Executive Officer.
Scott has a long history of service on various boards and committees and recently completed 12 years of service with the Nevada Independent Insurance Agents (NIIA). He was named NIIA Person of the Year in 2012 and Chairman in 2018. He is currently serving as President of the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Nevada Foundation as well as a past chair and current board member of the Las Vegas Philharmonic.
Scott relishes the time he spends with his wife Katie and their three children. He loves getting outdoors to alpine ski, hunt, or play a round of golf.
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Todd Morse
Chief Operations Officer
Todd Morse
Todd’s family is deeply rooted in Las Vegas. His great-grandfather, Harold M. Morse, moved the family to Las Vegas in 1932. That same year, he opened his law office in downtown where the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino is presently located.
Todd earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration at the University of Nevada-Reno. After spending a few years in the gaming industry, Todd joined Cragin & Pike and has been with the firm for 19 years.
Todd maintains both the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and the Certified Risk Manager (CRM) professional insurance designations. He specializes in construction, hospitality/gaming, franchise restaurants, and financial institutions.
Like all Cragin & Pike team members, Todd is engaged in the local community and serves on several charitable boards.
Life away from the office revolves around his wife of 14 years and their two teenage sons. When time permits, Todd enjoys hiking at Red Rock Canyon and golfing virtually anywhere.
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Chris Campbell
Executive Vice President
Chris Campbell
Chris Campbell is Executive Vice President of the Health and Benefits division of Cragin & Pike and is responsible for leading all aspects of Cragin & Pike’s employee benefits consulting, brokerage and client services. Chris’s degree in Health Care Administration and Business Administration from the University of Nevada launched him into a well-rounded career, and he brings a wealth of knowledge to Cragin & Pike. Prior to launching his employee benefits consulting practice in 2006, Campbell was employed as the Executive Director of Corporate Benefits for MGM Resorts International and Station Casinos, Inc. overseeing strategy and operation of all benefit plans.
As a former Governor-appointed member of the Board of Directors for the State of Nevada Public Employee Benefits Program and a current Director for the Nevada-based Health Services Coalition, he has input into benefits strategies and processes for many of Nevada’s largest public and private employers.
Chris earned his degree in health care administration with a minor in business administration from University of Nevada – Las Vegas. He is currently the Board President for Police Athletic League of Southern Nevada. Chris has served on boards for Candlelighters, Big Brothers Big Sisters, FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association and was named “2013 Man of the Year” by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Southern Nevada.
A Las Vegas resident since 1984, Chris resides in Summerlin with his wife Destiny and their five kids: Kaylee, Gabriel, Keira, Nicholas and Jack. When away from the office, Chris enjoys traveling to his family cabin in Duck Creek, Utah and going to concerts.
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Dulcinea Rongavilla
Executive Vice President
Dulcinea Rongavilla
As the Executive Vice President and Shareholder at Cragin & Pike, Dulcinea Rongavilla leverages over 25 years of executive leadership experience to create meaningful impact in both the insurance marketplace and the broader community. Dulcinea’s remarkable impact is not only evident in her strategic contributions to Cragin & Pike but also in her dedicated efforts to enhance the well-being of the communities she serves.
With a unique ability to unite team members, Dulcinea fosters a collaborative environment where each individual feels valued and inspired to achieve their highest potential. Her focus on building relationships is paramount, and this commitment is reflected in the exceptional customer service provided by Cragin & Pike. Dulcinea’s approach is solutions-based, characterized by responsiveness, transparency, and a diverse array of options that deliver exceptional value to clients.
During her tenure from 2010 to 2013 as the President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas, Dulcinea demonstrated her exceptional leadership by overseeing a $5 million operating budget. She successfully led a team of nearly 100 employees and collaborated with a board of 28 members, demonstrating her ability to navigate complex organizational structures and challenges.
Dulcinea’s dedication to the Las Vegas community extends beyond her professional role. She actively contributes to various impactful boards and foundations, including the Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada, United Way of Southern Nevada, The Neon Museum (Past Chair), Leadership Foundation of Las Vegas, and Vegas Chamber’s Executive Women’s Council (Immediate Past Chair). Her commitment to these organizations reflects her passion for bringing unity and positive change to the community.
A proud graduate of The University of Arizona, Dulcinea relocated to Las Vegas in 2005. She currently resides in Summerlin with her husband, son, and their two dogs. Dulcinea’s multifaceted experience, combined with her genuine commitment to service, positions her as a leader who not only understands the intricacies of the insurance industry but also actively works towards enhancing the well-being of her clients and the community.
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Matthew Cook
Executive Vice President
Matthew Cook
Matthew’s been an invaluable member of Cragin & Pike for 19 years. In 2024, he became an Executive Vice President / Shareholder. He oversees our Risk Management & Claims Department. Matthew’s favorite part of his job is helping clients custom tailor safety plans for their business that really work.
A great day at work for Matthew is creating a tailored Risk Management plan for his clients. Should a claim occur, Matthew enjoys helping you through the process and refining your risk management program to ease additional costs.
Matthew’s a firm believer in providing the highest level of service. He’s someone who knows how to build your trust and sustain healthy partnerships.
Matthew chose Cragin & Pike because they are the top insurance agency in Nevada. He’s proud to be a part of advancing Cragin & Pike into the future.
Matthew enjoys running and cycling and to go camping with his kids. He collects bicycles and really needs a bigger garage.
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Greg McKinley
Shareholder
Greg McKinley
Greg joined Cragin & Pike in 1984 and rose to become CEO, stepping down in 2021. Greg is one of five owners growing Nevada’s oldest privately owned insurance and risk management agency into one of the largest independent agencies in the State of Nevada.
The leadership team at Cragin & Pike has always been actively committed to giving back to the community that has enabled its 109-year-old company to thrive. Greg continues the tradition of giving back by leading by example. He is the driving force in raising $2,500,000 in donations from Nevada insurance agents and brokers to fund scholarships for deserving students in the state.
Greg is also a past two-term president of the UNLV Alumni Association and, during his tenure, founded the UNLV Alumni Endowment Fund, which has total assets of approximately $1,250,000. He currently serves as Chairman of the UNLV Foundation Board of Trustees.
When he’s not helping clients or paving roads for the future of Las Vegas, Greg enjoys spending time with his wife, Karen, and their children, Conor and Katie. He relaxes by traveling, cycling, or a spending a morning on the golf course.
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Jeff Burford
Senior Vice President, Sales
Jeff Burford
As Senior Vice President of Sales for Cragin & Pike, Jeff leads the sales team responsible for growing the agency. He began his career in Employee Benefits consulting in 2005 and has worked with clients from all industries and sizes, from small employer groups to large international organizations.
Jeff, a resident of Las Vegas since 1991, has always admired Cragin & Pike’s reputation as a leader in Nevada’s insurance industry. When the opportunity presented itself to join the Cragin & Pike team, the alignment of ideals were a perfect match for Jeff. Now tasked with leadership of the producer team at Cragin & Pike, Jeff works with the agency’s salespeople to win the trust of employers all over Nevada and beyond.
A graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno, Jeff holds a degree in Business Management with a concentration in Human Resources. He is a licensed insurance agent, previously worked as a Human Resources consultant advising employers in unemployment tax planning and has been a broker in the Nevada market for many years.
When not working, Jeff enjoys spending time on the golf course, on the baseball diamond coaching his sons, or in front of his Big Green Egg grilling and smoking choice meats. But his favorite activity of all is spending time with his wife and two sons.
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John Adams
Senior Vice President, Service
John Adams
John’s family settled in Las Vegas in 1963 when his grandfather came to the city for construction work. Soon after, the patriarch shifted over to the casino industry and, as they say, the rest is history. John has truly enjoyed watching the town he loves grow, develop and prosper.
As Senior Vice President, Service at Cragin & Pike, John is a team-oriented, process driven-leader, dedicated to empowering his team to always put clients first. He particularly appreciates learning about our clients’ community history and how/why they started their businesses. With over 20 years of experience in the employee benefits industry, John has had roles in both the insurance carrier and broker agency segments, and owned his own agency prior to joining Cragin & Pike. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nevada, Reno in 1999.
During his leisure time, John enjoys traveling with his wife Meghan and their two kids to the various sporting events his children participate in. As avid sports fans, it’s been especially thrilling for the family to attend the Las Vegas Raiders and Vegas Golden Knights games.
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Janice Fleming
Senior Vice President, Private Client Group
Janice Fleming
For over 25 years, Janice has specialized in helping affluent individuals simplify, consolidate, and manage the broad spectrum of exposures that are unique to those with accumulated wealth.
Before joining Cragin & Pike in 2017, Janice had a seventeen-year career at Marsh Private Client Services, serving as a Vice President. She’s earned the distinction as a Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) and demonstrates her commitment to exceptional service and leadership in the insurance industry every day.
As a young mother, Janice recognized the insurance industry was a profession where she could learn, grow, and provide for her family. Cragin & Pike is a natural progression in her long-standing career because of their reputation as a leader in the industry and their community outreach.
When she’s not at work helping clients, Janice enjoys spending her time with her family and supporting the Vegas community through a variety of charitable works.
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Danielle Black
Vice President, Property & Casualty
Danielle Black
Danielle Black serves as Vice President of Commercial Lines at Cragin & Pike, one of Nevada’s most established independent insurance agencies. With specialized expertise in construction, nonprofit, and real estate insurance solutions, Danielle takes a strategic and comprehensive approach to providing tailored risk management programs for complex commercial accounts.
At Cragin & Pike, Danielle leverages the firm’s deep industry knowledge and extensive carrier relationships to deliver innovative insurance solutions across her specialized sectors. Her expertise encompasses the unique exposures and regulatory requirements facing construction contractors, nonprofit organizations, and real estate developers throughout Nevada and beyond.
Danielle’s approach combines technical insurance expertise with strategic business consulting, helping clients navigate the evolving risk landscape while optimizing their insurance investments. She specializes in developing strategic insurance programs for construction companies, nonprofit organizations, and real estate professionals, ensuring comprehensive protection tailored to each industry’s unique challenges.
Based in Las Vegas, Danielle is committed to building long-term partnerships with her clients, providing ongoing risk management consultation and claims advocacy to ensure comprehensive protection for their operations.
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Hector Cervantes
Vice President, Employee Benefits
Hector Cervantes
As a Vice President with Employee Benefits, Hector Cervantes takes great pride in being a solutions-oriented person who builds trust with clients through an educational approach that has measurable benefits and transparent outcomes.
Hector is accustomed to working with clients who expect superior customer service and overcoming obstacles is one of his many strengths. While working full time on his Bachelor's Degree in Finance with a minor in Communications at UNLV, Hector also worked full time for Tesla on their sales team and later extended his sales career to high-end luxury retailer Salvatore Ferragamo.
Hector constantly “chooses” Cragin & Pike because of our mission make a “positive impact” on our clients and do the right thing, all the time. He believes it is this love for our community and what it does for the world around us that drives our company’s success.
Outside of work, Hector values health and fitness, and coaches a U9 kids’ soccer team. As a Vegas Chamber VYP ambassador, he helps create memorable experiences and meaningful relationships with other young business people. Hector also loves to spend time with his wife and two dogs.
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Conor McKinley
Account Executive, Commercial Lines
Conor McKinley
As a Property & Casualty Account Executive at Cragin & Pike, Conor McKinley brings strategic insight and deep market knowledge to craft tailored insurance solutions that deliver value and peace of mind for his clients. With a strong track record serving large, complex accounts, Conor excels at finding innovative approaches to even the most challenging insurance needs.
A Las Vegas native, Conor was drawn to Cragin & Pike for its enduring legacy and steadfast commitment to supporting local businesses through partnership and performance. His decision to join the firm reflects both professional alignment and personal pride in serving his hometown community.
Conor holds a degree in Strategic Communications from Seattle University. Before returning to Las Vegas in 2023, he built a career in Los Angeles as an advertising strategist at a major agency.
Outside of work, he enjoys life with his wife, Emily, and their dog, Hubble. He’s an avid pickleball player and a passionate saxophone enthusiast.
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Marquis Sampey
Account Executive, Private Client Group
Marquis Sampey
Originally from Palmdale, California, Marquis relocated to Las Vegas during his freshman year of high school and graduated from Bonanza High School in 2011. Following graduation, he proudly served in the United States Marine Corps as a combat engineer. During his military service, Marquis developed a strong foundation in discipline, leadership, and resilience—qualities that continue to guide his professional journey.
After being honorably discharged in 2015, Marquis transitioned into the private sector, joining Tesla in a sales role. His drive and leadership quickly earned him a promotion to operations manager, where he spent six years honing his skills in project management, team leadership, and strategic decision-making. While working full time, he pursued higher education, earning three bachelor’s degrees in business administration and data Analysis from Liberty University, with a focus on Finance, Financial Planning, and Real Estate Finance.
In 2024, Marquis brought his unique blend of experience and expertise to Cragin & Pike. As an Account Executive, he leverages his business acumen and personalized approach to client service to ensure that individuals and organizations are protected from risk. Known for his integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to long-term relationships, Marquis takes pride in delivering thoughtful, tailored insurance solutions.
Outside the office, Marquis enjoys spending time with his wife and three sons, traveling, and attending concerts.
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A.J. Micco
Account Executive, Commercial Lines
A.J. Micco
As an Account Executive at Cragin & Pike, A.J. brings more than a decade of expertise in the commercial insurance industry, with a specialized focus on serving the complex needs of the construction sector. His deep understanding of contractor operations, risk exposures, and regulatory demands positions him as a trusted advisor to clients across the country. From large-scale general contractors to specialty trade subcontractors, A.J. develops customized insurance strategies that provide comprehensive protection, promote safety, and support long-term business objectives.
A.J.’s core competencies include general liability, workers’ compensation, commercial auto, builder’s risk, inland marine, and surety bonding. He is particularly skilled in helping clients navigate contract compliance, claims management, and certificate requirements while identifying cost-effective solutions that reduce total cost of risk. His consultative approach and technical knowledge ensure that each insurance program is strategically aligned with the client’s evolving needs and risk profile.
Known for his proactive service and client-centric mindset, A.J. believes that strong relationships are the foundation of effective risk management. He prioritizes communication, responsiveness, and transparency in every engagement, building lasting partnerships grounded in mutual trust and measurable results.
At Cragin & Pike, A.J. is an integral part of the firm’s Construction Practice Group, where he collaborates with colleagues and carrier partners to deliver innovative insurance solutions and value-added services to the firm’s growing client base.
Outside the office, A.J. channels his energy into coaching MMA, where he instills discipline, resilience, and confidence in young athletes. He also enjoys traveling and spending quality time with his wife and daughter, exploring new destinations and creating lasting memories together.
We are a cohesive team of advocates helping our clients reach and protect their dreams. For over a century, we’ve committed ourselves to a higher standard of service and helping our customers thrive.