Our Team

LEADERSHIP AT CRAGIN & PIKE

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  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

  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

  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

  As Executive Vice President for Cragin & Pike, Dulcinea provides business owners with strategic planning, expert guidance, and superior customer service in today’s ever-changing employee benefits marketplace.

  Dulcinea has over 20 years of experience in executive leadership and business development in Nevada and Arizona. From 2010 to 2013, Dulcinea served as the President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas, where she was responsible for oversight of a $5 million operating budget, leading 28 board members and nearly 100 employees.

  Dulcinea is an accomplished professional who serves on numerous prestigious boards and foundations. She is the immediate past Chair of the Neon Museum Board of Trustees and remains passionate about preserving the bright history of Las Vegas.

  Dulcinea resides in Summerlin with her husband, son, and two four-legged kids. She enjoys Stroller Barre® with her toddler and long walks with her dogs.

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  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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  Matthew Cook

  Matthew’s been an invaluable member of Cragin & Pike for 15 years. He oversees our Risk Management & Claims Department. Matthew’s favorite part of his job is helping clients custom tailor a safety plans for their business that really works.

  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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  Jeff Burford

  As Director, Health & Benefits for Cragin & Pike, Jeff possesses vast knowledge in the world of Employee Benefits and is a tremendous asset to our clients. He began his career in Employee Benefits consulting in 2005 and has worked with exceptional clients from all industries and company sizes, from 2 employees to 70,000 strong.

  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 was a broker in the Nevada market for many years.

  Jeff long admired how Cragin & Pike is well respected by clients, insurance carriers and brokers in the industry. He always strives for best-in-class service, just as Cragin & Pike has all these years. When the opportunity for a position opened, the alignment of ideals were a perfect match for Jeff.

  When not working, Jeff enjoys spending time on the golf course, on the baseball field coaching his sons, or at his BBQ grilling. But his favorite activity of all is spending time with his wife and two sons.

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  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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  Mehran Goorabian

  Before joining Cragin and Pike, Mehran has been in insurance since 2012. He prides himself on being dependable, and energetically brings fresh ideas to resolve his client’s needs.

  Resources, Retention, and Reputation are the keywords Mehran uses to describe his reasoning for joining the Cragin & Pike team. “Cragin & Pike has an unmatched reputation in the Nevada market, and in the insurance industry as a whole. The talent of the account management team and resources is a true testament to the level of service they provide their clients, which is shown in their industry the best retention rates.”

  Having come from a family that has been in the industry for over 25 years, where “rate filings” and “coverage discussions” were frequent topics of conversations at family dinners, we take this as a compliment.

  When Mehran is not spending time with his wife, two children, and two dogs, he enjoys golfing, rooting for his favorite sports teams, and spending time with friends.

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  Danielle Black

  As a Vice President with Cragin & Pike, Danielle takes a strategic and comprehensive approach to providing insurance solutions on behalf of her clients. In 2019, Danielle earned her Cyber COPE Insurance Certification (CCIC) designation with Carnegie Mellon University.

  Danielle chose Cragin & Pike because of their long-standing reputation in the Las Vegas community and the opportunity to work alongside the best consultants in the industry.

  Danielle is a second-generation Las Vegas native. She earned her degree in Communications from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. When she’s not in work mode, Danielle can be found hanging out with her husband and two kids at the lake or kicking back with a good book.

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  Katie Prindl

  As a Commercial Lines Account Executive for Cragin & Pike, Katie brings an exuberance for relationship building and love of challenge to her role with the company.

  A Las Vegas native, Katie has an extensive sales background in the food, beverage and gaming industries. She earned a degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where she played Division 1 volleyball.

  Katie chose Cragin & Pike because of the people. She liked how they value employees as well as clients, treat each other with respect and kindness and want the best for everyone. They are also deeply rooted in Las Vegas and well respected by how they handle business and give back to the community.

  Katie loves every kind of game. Whether she is cheering on her kids playing sports, watching other sporting events, or playing in her own games (mostly golf), she is the biggest fan and competitor.