Monday, September 23, 2024
Davidson & Associates Insurance is thrilled to announce that we have won the title for Best Insurance Agency in Best of Clark County 2024, presented by the Columbian. This prestigious title comes as a huge honor. We...
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
The designation of Certified Personal Risk Manager (CPRM) has been conferred on Bryce Davidson, Agency Principal of Davidson & Associates Insurance Agency in Vancouver, Washington following his successful completion...
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Protect your home and your peace of mind with some simple maintenance tips that can reduce the risk of wildfires affecting your home. Here’s a list of the top things you should do to protect your home: Clean your...
Monday, August 12, 2024
As we enter late summer, we’re deep in wildfire season and there are many ways that you can protect yourself and your family if your community is threatened by fires. Here are some tips for how you can stay safe during...
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Summer Safety Tips Summer is a time for outdoor exploration or just relaxing in the sun, but with increased activities, comes increased risk. We’ve collected some safety tips to help keep your summer adventures safe...
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
A record number of Americans reported being a victim of cybercrime in 2023, with complaints up 10% over the previous year, and a predicted 20% increase in losses. The losses are projected to surpass 12 billion. Even...
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Davidson & Associates Insurance was recently named as one of Seattle Business Magazine’s Washington’s Best Companies to Work For. This annual program was created by Seattle Business magazine and Best Companies Group...
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Water damage is a common and often devastating problem for U.S. homeowners and around the world. Let’s take a deep dive into water damage statistics, homeowners insurance vs flood insurance, what is covered and more....
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is facing risks in reauthorization and coverage lapses amidst a potential government shutdown. The deadline for the reauthorization of the NFIP is on September 30th, and the...
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
California is facing an insurance market crisis. Insurance carriers are making swift exits out of California, with State Farm and Allstate no longer writing new home policies. Auto is getting stricter in California, and...
Thursday, July 6, 2023
The USPS launched a national #dogbiteawareness campaign to address the large number of postal service employees that were attacked by dogs while delivering mail in the past year. Aggressive dog behavior is a common...
Thursday, May 25, 2023
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving is a leading cause of vehicle crashes and more than 3,500 people died because of distracted drivers in 2021 alone. These statistics...
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Let’s start by taking a couple of steps back: what exactly is an ADU? ADU stands for Accessory Dwelling Unit – you may have heard it referred to as an In-Law Suite, Granny Flat, Studio or Garden Cottage. They are small...
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Kia and Hyundai cars manufactured between 2010 and 2021 have a fatal flaw: they are extremely easy to steal. Because of this, many auto insurance carriers in Washington and beyond will not offer a new policy on these...
Friday, May 12, 2023
“I don’t need the rental car insurance offered by the rental agency, my current auto policy and credit card will cover it.” While that may be true, it is a sore mistake made by many. Let’s clear up all the...
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Davidson & Associates Insurance was recently named as one of Seattle Business magazine’s Washington’s Best Companies to Work for. This annual program was created by Seattle Business magazine and Best Companies Group...
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Did you know that October was Cybersecurity Awareness Month? Since 2004 when the initiative began, the government has been trying to increase awareness of how to stay protected online. In a tech-dominated world, it’s...
Thursday, September 29, 2022
The rate of vehicle thefts rose significantly yet again in 2021 in the United States, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau’s report. These thefts cost businesses and individuals an estimated $7.4 billion per...
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
The Pacific Northwest makes a wonderful home thanks to the beautiful geography that also shields its inhabitants from most natural disasters, with the exception of earthquakes. The Cascadia Subduction Zone runs through...
Friday, May 27, 2022
Davidson & Associates Insurance is excited to resume their annual flag day exchange in 2022. They invite community members to stop by their office to exchange old flags for a new, 3x5 flag. The organization is...
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Davidson & Associates Insurance is honored to have received the Southwest Washington Business Growth Award for “2022 Fastest Growing 10+ years” put on by the Vancouver Business Journal. The award was presented to...
Friday, April 1, 2022
April Fools! Spilling your coffee is pretty much the worst, but unfortunately, your insurance can’t help you there. We can, however, keep you and the things that matter most to you protected! When was the last time...
Friday, March 11, 2022
The complexities of insurance in the “Aloha State” Every state has different policies and coverage exclusions when it comes to home insurance and coverage isn’t generalizable from one location to another. Both the...
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Davidson & Associates Insurance is pleased to announce that Melissa Ralston and Paula Rogers have been promoted to Vice Presidents of their individually managed departments. Melissa is now VP of the Personal Lines...
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
If you purchased a homeowner or business insurance policy recently, you might have been asked if you also wanted flood insurance. If your first response was to think that idea was going too far, think again. Today,...
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
The state of Washington revised the Long-Term Care Act in spring of 2021. Since then, many of our Vancouver area clients who own businesses have had many questions about their responsibilities pertaining to this new...
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
A flood is a devastating experience that is affecting more and more people today across the United States. The greater Vancouver area has been at risk for flooding several times in the last few years. That danger is...
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
There’s been a lot of talk lately about long-term care insurance, especially since the passing of Washington’s Long-Term Care Act last spring. Our clients in Vancouver have many questions about this type of coverage,...
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Home Insurance Does Not Cover Floods Many of our clients in the Vancouver area are shocked to learn that their home insurance policies do not cover floods. Don’t be one of the devastated people who find out too late...
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
We’ve Merged! We are pleased to announce that Columbia River Insurance has merged with Davidson & Associates Insurance. The expertise from our two companies will enhance every aspect of the customer experience, no...
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
In the spring of 2021, the state of Washington passed further legislation modifying the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program (LTSS Program), which was originally established in 2019. Many of our Vancouver...
Monday, July 19, 2021
What is it? On March 23rd, our WA Insurance Commissioner has temporarily (120-days) banned insurers’ use of credit scores when determining how much you pay for auto, homeowners, or renters insurance. It was done through...
Thursday, July 8, 2021
Here's what you'll find in our July newsletter:Referral Rewards: Clark County Volunteer Lawyers ProgramThank you to those who made referrals in May! Celebrating July BirthdaysFarewellsHappy 4th of JulyWork...
Monday, June 7, 2021
Celebrate Flag Day with Davidson & Associates Insurance! - Friday, June 14th we celebrate Flag Day and show our strong commitment to our community. Flag Day honors and commemorates the Flag’s adoption on June 14th,...
Monday, February 8, 2021
What Is Service Line Coverage? You may not know it, but as a property owner, you are responsible for service lines, including water, sewer, power, gas, phone, and cable, where these lines leave the street (maintained by...
Monday, January 25, 2021
Pay-Per-Mile Auto Insurance: What’s That? As you may have guessed from the name, pay-per-mile auto insurance is different from a regular policy. Rather than a predetermined amount at set intervals, your premium is based...
Monday, January 11, 2021
Seismic Activity in the Evergreen State While many people think earthquakes are a problem confined to places like San Francisco and Southern California, Washington state is actually at a very high risk of significant...
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
We hope that you and your family have a festive and joyful holiday season! During the month of December, we are hosting a “Count the Candy Contest” for a $25 gift card to Beaches Restaurant and Bar. Take a look at the...
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
Every year, our agency adopts a local family in need and we invite you to help us give back this holiday season. We're still in need of some stocking stuffers as well as funds to our family grocery shopping gift card...
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
After nearly 14 years with Davidson & Associates Insurance and 48 years in the insurance industry, Pat Spicer will be retiring at the end of December. We will miss Pat’s fun office chants during our monthly team...
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
One of our favorite annual events, "Soups On" will look a little different this year, instead, we'll be celebrating with a Soup Week to benefit Share of Vancouver. In honor of Soup Week, October 5th- 11th, Davidson &...
Monday, May 18, 2020
When life gives you lemons, eat lemon shortbread- the philosophy at McTavish Shortbread, and indeed a great philosophy to live by. McTavish Shortbread, a local bakery based out of Portland, OR has stepped up during the...
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Davidson & Associates is locally owned and operated insurance agency in downtown Vancouver that has been around for 30 years. We take pride in providing our neighbors, family and friends with insurance to protect...
Monday, March 16, 2020
Clients and friends of Davidson & Associates Insurance, Yesterday, many of us heard Governor Jay Inslee’s announcement of community strategies and social distancing plans to minimize COVID-19 exposure, particularly...
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Our fantastic agency leaders, Tony Johnson & Bryce Davidson have many things in common, their passion for helping their clients, running a community focused business, having a goldendoodle dog, sharing the same...
Monday, January 6, 2020
In our office we have alumni from all over the United States- Oregon State Beavers, Santa Clara Broncos, University of Delaware Blue Hens and right here in our own backyard, two graduates from Washington State...
Friday, October 4, 2019
Thank you again for attending the “Back to the Future” Soups On 2019! We hope you and your family had as much fun as we did supporting such a worthy cause in our community and creating lasting memories with your friends,...
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Walking in on day one with Davidson & Associates Insurance in 2012, I was prepared for claims and cold calls. What I found, however, was a unique culture focused on community. I kind of stepped in it actually. I...
Friday, July 26, 2019
Summer is in full swing and we hope that you are out enjoying the beautiful weather in the PNW! While you relax by the pool, or ride shotgun on a cross country road trip- be sure to enter our Summer Fun Word Search...
Thursday, May 30, 2019
Throughout the Spring, we celebrate numerous dog related holidays! National Pet Day on April 11th, Dog Mom Day on May 11th and National Rescue Dog Day on May 20th. It seems only fitting that our dog loving agency would...
Thursday, May 30, 2019
Celebrate Flag Day with Davidson & Associates Insurance! - Friday, June 14th we celebrate Flag Day and show our strong commitment to our community. Flag Day honors and commemorates the Flag’s adoption on June 14th,...
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
May Referral Rewards Partner - - Rocksolid Community Teen Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe, positive environment for teens to spend time participating in fun and engaging activities...
Friday, March 29, 2019
Back after popular demand is our Word Search Contest! Fill out and return your word search by April 25th to our office at 610 Esther St Ste 101 Vancouver, WA 98660 or email it to emily [at] davidsoninsurance [dot] com...
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Choice. We all like choice. One of the choices we get to make when seeking a source for our insurance needs is to do business with a locally owned agency. While this choice may not appear to be significant on the...
Friday, September 28, 2018
Game #1: Blitz or 31 - Object of the game: Players attempt to assemble a hand which totals 31 points in one suit; or to have a hand at the showdown whose points in one suit is higher than that of any other player ...
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
YOU'RE INVITED Davidson & Associates Insurance is proud to be the presenting sponsor & cohost in the 2nd Annual Farm to Table Luncheon which benefits Partners & Careers "Roots to Road Program". In honor of...
Monday, August 27, 2018
Get the 411 on the Back to School by reading this 4-3-2-1 Post! 4 Healthy School Lunch Ideas Let’s face it, sandwiches get a little old after a while. Try these four new healthy ideas to spice up the lunch box! Turkey &...
Thursday, August 2, 2018
The Sunday of Summer.... August In Vancouver the last few weeks, we have gotten our fair share of hot weather! AC unit prices skyrocketed and box fans sold out of many local stores! It’s a heatwave us PNW natives aren’t...
Thursday, June 14, 2018
Since its founding, the Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital Foundation has funded and completed incredible projects enhancing the lives of Clark County community members. The Foundation, which was founded in 2005 has raised...
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Emily is the newest member of our team here at Davidson & Associates, joining us as a recent graduate from Washington State University, Vancouver (GO COUGS). Emily is excited to be putting her marketing expertise to...
Thursday, May 3, 2018
Our third annual Flag Exchange in celebration of Flag Day with The Historic Trust is fast approaching. From June 11th-15th, we will be giving out 150 American Flags while supplies last and accepting old flags to be...
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Our team continues to grow with the bright addition to our personal lines team, Sherri Walling. Sherri has been in the insurance industry for 5 years after 34 years in banking. She and her family have lived in Vancouver...
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
When we look around at our beautiful community, we sometimes forget about the work needed to maintain our parks and natural landscapes. Our May Referral Rewards Partner, the Parks Foundation of Clark County, cares for...
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Founded by Karen and John Krejcha, the southwest Washington non-profit promotes inclusion and empowerment for all people on the autism spectrum both locally and nationally. One of the founding beliefs and missions of...
Monday, April 2, 2018
Friday, March 30, 2018
This March we’re celebrating the head of our business department, Tony Johnson’s, 9th year at Davidson & Associates! Not only has Tony been a strong leader in our office since he joined the team in 2009, but he’s...
Monday, March 5, 2018
Thursday, March 1, 2018
In 2018, we’re proud to partner with a number of school district foundations to support education and community growth. This March we’re excited to introduce The Hockinson School District Foundation, a foundation of...
Thursday, February 22, 2018
Thursday, February 22, 2018
Britny joins our team as a Business Account Manager. She moved back to her hometown of Vancouver, WA in January 2018 with the hopes of planting roots closer to family and friends. She found a home with the Davidson &...
Thursday, February 1, 2018
Introducing Open House Ministries! Our February Referral Rewards was founded more than 30 years ago by Bob and Joanne Kendall. It began when the Kendalls saw a growing number of homeless people in Esther Short Park,...
Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Marci is joining the team as our Benefits producer. As the mother of four boys and proud grandmother of one grandson, Marci loves spending time with her family. She enjoys fishing and camping with her kids and is an...
Monday, January 8, 2018
Monday, January 8, 2018
Kicking off our 2018 Referral Rewards Program is our January non-profit partner, the Hough Foundation. We’re thrilled to begin this year of giving with the Hough Foundation and are proud of the work they do to support...
Thursday, January 4, 2018
Chuy Garcia has joined Davidson & Associates Insurance as our Business Sales Agent. He grew up in The Dalles, Oregon. After finishing his undergrad at the University of Oregon in Sociology and History, Chuy settled...
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
Introducing another terrific group of non-profits for our 2018 Referral Rewards Program. We invite you to check out their missions and learn about what they do to help our area. Our community flourishes and grows...
Monday, December 4, 2017
Monday, November 27, 2017
Friday, November 17, 2017
At Davidson & Associates, one of our top priorities is giving back to the community that has given so much to us. The leaders in our community, board members, neighborhood volunteers, restaurant owners and...
Thursday, November 9, 2017
= "PEMCO gave us our memories back." from PEMCO Insurance on Vimeo. Working with an Independent Insurance Agency Matters Life happens! So do accidents. We're all human, and no matter what we do to prevent them, damages,...
Friday, November 3, 2017
At Davidson & Associates, one of our top priorities is giving back to the community that has given so much to us. The leaders in our community, board members, neighborhood volunteers, restaurant owners and...
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Vancouver Regional Library Feature This month, we’re thrilled to have the Fort Vancouver Regional Library Foundation as our Referral Rewards Partner. The FVRL Foundation is a nonprofit that supports the regional library...
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Davidson & Associates Insurance of Vancouver has re-qualified to join an elite group of independent insurance agencies around the United States participating in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of...
Monday, October 9, 2017
This month, we’re proud to partner with Friends of the Carpenter (FOC) for our Referral Rewards Program! This faith based non-profit, which grew from the simple idea of inviting the area’s poor and homeless to join in...
Monday, October 9, 2017
What you'll find in this newsletter:Friends of the CarpenterGive More 24! RecapReferral Rewards Check DeliveryWork AnniversariesMeet EllieCommunity EventsClick here to view a PDF of the October newsletter.
Monday, September 11, 2017
Welcome, Ellie! Meet, Ellie Hewett- the newest member of the Davidson team! Ellie has joined us as our Digital Marketing Intern and will be here for the next nine months. She grew up in Texas and graduated in May from...
Monday, September 11, 2017
Monday, September 11, 2017
This month Davidson & Associates Insurance are excited to partner with the Clark County chapter of Teach One to Lead One® (T1L1)! This organization works to have a lasting and positive impact on at-risk youth in our...
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
During the month of August, Davidson and Associates Insurance is proud to be partnering with Council for the Homeless. The Council for the Homeless is dedicated to helping everyone in Clark County have the opportunity...
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
Monday, July 24, 2017
What you'll find in this month's newsletter: July Referral Rewards Partner: Innovative Services NWTony Johnson Joins Leadership Clark County BoardSummer Vacation Photo ChallengeCheck Delivery Photo!Succesful Flag Day...
Wednesday, July 5, 2017
This month, Davidson & Associates Insurance is proud to be partnering with Innovative Services NW. This local non-profit serves more than 1,700 adults, children and families in Clark County, WA! Their passion for...
Thursday, June 15, 2017
Columbia River Mental HealthDuring the month of June, we are excited to be partnering with a life-changing organization- Columbia River Mental Health Services. CRMH has been serving our area since 1942. The organization’...
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
In celebration of Flag Day, Davidson & Associates Insurance is offering an American flag exchange program for the public. Residents may pick up a new 3’ x 5’ flag and/or drop off old flags at the Davidson office,...
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
What you'll find in this month's newsletter:May referral Rewards Partner: Free Clinic of Southwest WashingtonSecond Annual Flag Exchange SAFECO Premier Partner ProgramGoodbye LGWhat's Going on at the Davidson Office?...
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
This month, Davidson & Associates Insurance is excited to be partnering with a compassionate, caring and community driven local non-profit- Free Clinic of Southwest Washington! Free Clinic of Southwest Washington...
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Davidson & Associates Insurance has been selected for membership in the Safeco Premier Partner Program, which recognizes the outstanding achievement and partnership of only the best agencies.Fewer than 10% of...
Thursday, April 20, 2017
What you'll find in this month's newsletter:YETI Giveaway March Referral Rewards Partner: FISH of VancouverWelcome Alicia!Women's Empowerment in Sydney, Australia!Mark Your Calendars for Flag ExchangeUpcoming...
Monday, April 3, 2017
FISH of Vancouver This month, we are honored to be partnering with an impactful, local organization- FISH of Vancouver! FISH (Friends in Service to Humanity) has provided for the hungry and impoverished populations in...
Monday, March 6, 2017
Monday, March 6, 2017
Shared Hope InternationalDuring the month of March, Davidson & Associates will be partnering with Shared Hope International (SHI) through our Referral Rewards Program. SHI is a dedicated non-profit that is seeking...
Thursday, March 2, 2017
Please welcome our newest Personal Account Manager, Alicia Smith! Alicia has made it back to her native Vancouver, WA from the state of Utah. She grew up in this area where she earned an Associate’s degree with honors...
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Uber, Lyft and other ride-share companies have become increasingly popular over the last couple of years. Not only are these services used by thousands, many have begun to seek employment as drivers for a transportation...
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
Monday, January 30, 2017
For the month of February, Davidson & Associates is excited to partner with Boomerang, which is a non-profit, “generosity shop” with a special mission. Located in Downtown Vancouver, this multi-purpose space is used...
Thursday, January 19, 2017
During the month of January, we are proud to be partnering with The National Alliance on Mental Illness Southwest Washington (NAMI SW WA) an affiliate of the national organization NAMI. NAMI’s history began in the mid-...
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
We are pleased to introduce to you another year of Non-Profit partnerships through our Referral Rewards Program (RRP)! Each year, we hand-pick organizations that we believe to be doing incredible work for our community...
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Kylie is joining us from the sunny state of Arizona with her husband, who was stationed at the United States Air Force base in Tucson. She is originally from the Pacific Northwest, having grown up in Redmond, Oregon....
Tuesday, December 13, 2016
The age old question: To own or to Lease? There is a lot of commercial development going on in Clark County and surrounding areas. When contemplating whether to own your own commercial space, there is much to be...
Monday, December 12, 2016
For the month of December we have the privilege of partnering with an incredible organization: Courts for Kids. Courts for Kids exists as an organization that seeks to provide teens with a cross-cultural perspective...
Friday, December 2, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter: Featured Non-Profit:Courts for Kids Festival of Trees Work Anniversaries: Pat and LeslieUpcoming Community Events Click here to download a PDF of the December Newsletter
Monday, November 14, 2016
The month of November begins a new partnership through our Referral Rewards Program with local non-profit, Rocksolid Teen Center. We are so excited to be working with a program that focuses on helping the youth in our...
Thursday, November 10, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter: Featured Non-Profit:Rock Solid Community Teen Center Festival of Trees Stories of Giving Upcoming Community Events Click here to download a PDF of the November Newsletter.
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Soup’s On was a success! Thank you to the 830+ guests that attended as well as those who gave money to this incredible community non-profit. We had a fantastic time at the event and felt honored to be able to support...
Thursday, October 13, 2016
Our area is expected to receive some sever weather this weekend. We believe it is important to be proactive, so we sent out an email detailing how to deal with damage, a directory of claims phone numbers, and other...
Monday, October 10, 2016
We are excited to partner with a deeply relational and impactful organization during the month of October- Friends of the Carpenter (FOC)! This organization is our October Referral Rewards partner, which means that $25...
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Featured Non-Profit: Friends of the Carpenter Welcome Laura Grace!Work Anniversaries Upcoming Community EventsClick here to download a PDF of the October Newsletter
Thursday, September 15, 2016
It is that time of year again! Universities and Colleges across the United States are welcoming students to their campuses, some as seasoned veterans and others for the first time. Heading back to school can be an...
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
We are excited to partner with an intentional and caring organization during the month of September—the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington! This organization is our September Referral Rewards partner, which...
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Meet, Laura Grace Dodd- the newest member of the Davidson team! Laura Grace has joined us as our Digital Marketing Intern and will be here for the next nine months. She has been a Tennessean her whole life and graduated...
Monday, September 12, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Featured Non-Profit: Community Foundation of Southwest WashingtonShare Soup's On!: Treasure Island2016 Best Practices AgencySafeco Award of Excellence Click here to download a PDF of...
Monday, September 12, 2016
Davidson & Associates Insurance of Vancouver has been selected to be part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies around the United States participating in the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers...
Friday, September 2, 2016
Where would you consider your "hometown": Vancouver is my hometown. I was not born in Vancouver but spent most of my growing years in the Vancouver area. How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: Moved back in...
Thursday, August 25, 2016
Where would you consider your "hometown": Vancouver How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: My Whole Life What is your favorite thing to do in Vancouver? Hiking Would you rather live on the beach or in the...
Thursday, August 25, 2016
How to Manage Insurance When Selling Your Company Many of our local baby-boomer entrepreneurs have built great businesses and are now at or approaching the stage in their careers where they want to transition their...
Monday, August 22, 2016
Behavior Safety Strategies I knew that one day my University degree in Psychology would come in handy. One of our insurance carrier partners recently sent out a great newsletter related to the behavioral effect of...
Friday, August 19, 2016
Where would you consider your "hometown": Vancouver WA How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: 62 years What is your favorite thing to do in Vancouver?: Walk the trails in Clark County Would you rather live on...
Monday, August 15, 2016
What Does Liability Really Mean? When asking a business owner, “What liability does my business have?” The answer we hear most often has something to do with the requirement placed on them by their Landlord or bank....
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Our Most Valuable Asset When asking a business owner, “What is your most valuable asset?” the response we hear most often is, “Our people.” Upon further reflection, many times what owner’s value most about people is...
Monday, August 8, 2016
Monday, August 8, 2016
Insurance is Like buying… Have you ever thought that buying insurance is like buying: a fly swatter? spot remover? deodorant? cold medication? Antacid? Maybe there are some similarities: -It’s no fun to buy -When you...
Friday, August 5, 2016
Where would you consider your "hometown"?: The greater Vancouver area is the place I consider home.How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: I’ve lived in the area for 17 out of my 24 years. Most of those years...
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Throughout the month of August, $25 will be donated to the Humane Society for Southwest Washington for every referral our agency receives as part of our Referral Rewards Program. The Humane Society for Southwest...
Monday, August 1, 2016
Human Resource Management– A Fresh Look To run a successful business it is necessary to effectively mange your risks through a combination of solid process and procedures as well as insurance products. I recently have...
Thursday, July 28, 2016
Where would you consider your "hometown": Vancouver, WA because I spent most of my school years here, but I still have a special place in my heart for my birthplace Nikiski, AK, where I spent the first 8 years of my...
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
The family summer vacation is a time-honored tradition, and it often includes a trip to one of our country’s incredible amusement parks. But, while the rides and other attractions at these parks are typically safe, it...
Monday, July 25, 2016
Social Networking- everyone does it… Let’s blur the line between personal and professional even more. Professionals today are tied to our communication devices. We Tweet, SKYPE, Facebook and Myspace. Social networking...
Wednesday, July 20, 2016
What is Cyber Liability? Today’s technology has changed the way we do business. There is no question about that. Almost every business has a website where it builds brand recognition, tells the story, shows the product...
Monday, July 18, 2016
The Risks of being a Good Community Citizen Let’s face it, there is more to work than filling a chair between 8 AM and 5 PM. As business owners we need to be profitable, manage our resources and be good community...
Sunday, July 17, 2016
I Sell Insurance Have you ever boarded an airplane for a long trip and just wanted to relax and read a good book? This is invariably the time when your neighbor leans over to start the conversation, “So, what do you do?...
Sunday, July 17, 2016
A new month brings a new featured non-profit organization to our Referral Rewards Program. Throughout the month of July, all referrals to our agency will provide a $25 donation to Innovative Services NW. This non-profit...
Friday, July 15, 2016
Meet the wonderful, Margaret Rogers! Where would you consider your "hometown": Coos Bay/North Bend, OR – go Bulldogs! How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: 8 years, total of 17 years in Portland/Vancouver. ...
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Where would you consider your "hometown": Vancouver How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: I have lived in the Vancouver area for the past 17 years What is your favorite thing to do in Vancouver?: I enjoy...
Friday, July 1, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Featured Non-Profit: Innovative Services NW4th of July CelebrationsWelcome, Jonathan!Friendly Face FridaysUpcoming Community EventsClick here to download a PDF of the July Newsletter
Thursday, June 30, 2016
This week, get to know Bruce Davidson! Where would you consider your "hometown": Las Vegas, NV How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: since 1989 What is your favorite thing to do in Vancouver?: Being a part of...
Friday, June 24, 2016
This Friday, take a minute to learn more about, Savannah Mobley! Where would you consider your "hometown": Vancouver How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: All my life What is your favorite thing to do in...
Sunday, June 19, 2016
The month of June welcomed two new faces to our office, Pete Riedel and Jonathan Bicker!Pete Riedel moved to the Vancouver area in 2002 after graduating from Bemidji State University in northern Minnesota with a B.S in...
Friday, June 17, 2016
Take a minute to meet, Audrey Brouwer! Where would you consider your "hometown": Delavan, Wisconsin – born and raised! How long have you lived in the Vancouver area?: 26 years in October! What is your favorite thing to...
Friday, June 10, 2016
Vancouver Demonstrates its Patriotism with Successful U.S. Flag Exchange Offered by Davidson & Associates Insurance Flag Retirement Continues but Limited Supply of New Flags Are AvailableVancouver, WA (6/10/2016) In...
Tuesday, June 7, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Featured Non-Profit: School of Piano Technology for the BlindWork Anniversaries: Bryce and MargaretThank you, Heidi!Two new Homeowners: Leslie and BryceUpcoming Community EventsClick...
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Throughout the month of June we will be partnering with the School of Piano Technology for the Blind through our Referral Rewards Program. For 67 years, this non-profit organization has provided training and education...
Monday, May 16, 2016
"Flag Day is such an important way to celebrate our country and Vancouver's strong commitment to patriotism," declares, Bruce Davidson. This is why we are excited about our very first Flag Exchange!Flag Day is...
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
Throughout the month of May we will be partnering with Leadership Clark County in our Referral Rewards Program. Leadership Clark County (LCC) is a nonprofit organization aimed at developing effective and engaging...
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Featured Non-Profit Organization: Leadership Clark CountyDavid Clark's Work AnniversaryMelissa goes to NYC!Thanks for your "Cheers"Click here to download a PDF of the May Newsletter
Monday, April 18, 2016
In our March E-Newsletter we shared the exciting news that Davidson & Associates has earned a 2016 Safeco Insurance Make More Happen Award! This award recognizes independent insurance agents who demonstrate...
Monday, April 18, 2016
Thursday, March 31, 2016
This April we are proud to be partnering with a non-profit that has served our community for more than 45 years, FISH of Vancouver! Their name FISH stands for Friends in Service to Humanity and are guided by the...
Monday, March 7, 2016
During the month of March we will be partnering with Shared Hope International (SHI) through our Referral Rewards Program. This non-profit organization is located in Vancouver, WA but has a worldwide presence leading in...
Monday, March 7, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Green Eggs & Ham FunMake More Happen AwardDisaster Preparedness Workshop: Thank You!Featured Non-Profit: Shared Hope InternationalUpcoming Community EventsClick here to download a...
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Davidson & Associates Insurance receives 2016 Safeco Insurance® Make More Happen Award, and $4,000 donation for Green Eggs & Ham, Sam I Am Event through the Beaches Charity Fund! Upcoming feature on Safeco.com...
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Featured Non-Profit Organization: Options360The Vancouver Business Journal's 2015 Best in Business AwardBruce Davidson Named 2016 Safeco National Advisory Council Member and President...
Monday, February 8, 2016
Options 360 is our February Referral Rewards Partner. We are excited to partner with an organization that is striving to positively impact our community the people who live here. Options 360 serves women and teens who...
Thursday, January 7, 2016
Did you know that when you refer a friend, family member, or neighbor to Davidson & Associates we will donate $25 to a local non-profit organization in your name?We call this our "Referral Rewards Program"-- a fancy...
Thursday, January 7, 2016
What you'll find in this Newsletter:VBJ's Best in Business Award!Featured Non-Profit Organization: The Hough Foundation2016 Referral Rewards PartnersTree Decorating PartyLunch Buddy ProgramThank You 2015 Referral...
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
The Hough Foundation is our featured non-profit of the month! This non-profit provides Hough Elementary students, families, and home-schooled children with basic needs and opportunities—all of which fulfill scholastic,...
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
We are excited to partner with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra for our December Referral Rewards Recipient! - The VSO aims to enhance the quality of life in Southwest Washington by providing symphonic music of the...
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Merry Christmas from Your Trusted Insurance Team!20th Annual Rotary Festival of TreesAgency AnniversariesShare Holiday Cheer ProgramWalk & KnockFeatured Non-Profit Organization:...
Monday, November 16, 2015
We are once again a sponsor of this wonderful Rotary International event. Each year, we start the Christmas Season off with the Rotary Festival of Trees on Thanksgiving weekend. The weekend has a variety of activities (...
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
It's become almost as much a part of Thanksgiving as turkey and football: Black Friday, the morning-after (or in some cases evening-after) shopping spree. It's the biggest shopping day of the year, an event in its own...
Monday, November 9, 2015
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:25th Anniversary CelebrationA "Soup-er" Successful EventFeatured Non-Profit Organization: Helping Men HealRotary Festival of TreesAccomplished & Under 40Taste & See RecapClick...
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
We are excited to share that the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA) has continued to honor Davidson & Associates with its "Best Practices Agency" designation. Our agency was also selected...
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Share Soup's On!Agency AnniversariesWelcome, Heidi!Family Fun Movie Night!Featured Non-Profit Organization: Leadership Clark CountyOne Year Anniversary in New OfficeClick here to...
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
We are excited about our upcoming "Family Fun Movie Night"-- are you? Here's why we're excited: We have had the opportunity to be involved, serve, connect, and be a part of this community for 25 years. This event is a...
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Leadership Clark County (LCC) is a civic leadership development program in southwest Washington. This nonprofitfit, nonpartisan organization aims to develop effective community leaders to serve Clark County. LCC brings...
Monday, September 21, 2015
There have been so many exciting things happenings around our office and community this September- and so many more coming up! In the hustle and bustle of everything that our office is doing we want to take time to...
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Meet, Heidi Vanderpan- the newest member of our team! Heidi joined Davidson & Associates Insurance this September as our intern and will be with us for the next nine months. She hails from cold state of Minnesota...
Thursday, September 17, 2015
This September we celebrated one year in our new office! It is hard to believe we have already been here for an entire year. Our team has enjoyed the open layout and many windows that encompass the office and give a...
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Thursday, September 3, 2015
Friends of the Carpenter (FOC) focus on building positive and productive relationships between homeless and sincere, stable volunteers from communities of faith. They believe, "Christ calls us to minister with all in...
Monday, August 17, 2015
The moment's come. The bags are unpacked, the bed is made, pictures are on the wall, and the snack-shelf is fully stocked. It's time to say good-bye. And in your stomach, you feel an odd mixture of pride and joy,...
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Bruce Davidson Wins Prestigious Safeco Award of ExcellenceWelcome, David!Agency AnniversariesFamily Fun Movie Night- What Was Your Favorite 1990 Film?Clark County Association of...
Monday, August 3, 2015
Courts for Kids is a local nonprofit organization with a mission to foster love, compassion, service and an expanding worldview as they take teems to economically disadvantaged areas, partnering with local organizations...
Monday, July 20, 2015
Tirza Meuljic Wins the 2015 Sing Fourth Teen Vocal Competition! For the past five years we have kicked off our Independence Day celebration with the Sing Fourth Teen Vocal Competition produced by the Fort Vancouver...
Monday, July 6, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Sing Fourth With Us!Anne W. Sibley Frontline CouncilAgency Anniversary'sDavid Clark Graduates from ClarkFeatured Non-Profit Organization: The Giving ClosetClick here to download PDF...
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
The Giving Closet believes that no one should be without clothes, food and an education. They work to serve individuals and families from a variety of backgrounds empowering them to claim a fresh start. Their intent is...
Friday, June 5, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Professional Recognition for Davidson Staff MembersAgency AnniversariesFeatured Non-Profit Organization: Partners in CareersSing Fourth Teen Vocal CompetitionClick here to download a...
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Partners in Careers (PIC) works with hundreds of families and individuals to help them become economically self-sufficient. They do this through job training, coordination of support services and job placement. PIC...
Monday, May 4, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Red Cross Blood Drive: RecapVBJ Business Growth AwardsFeatured Non-Profit Organization: Parks Foundation of Clark CountyRecap: March of Dimes March for BabiesTeen Sing 4th Vocal...
Friday, May 1, 2015
The mission of the Parks Foundation of Clark County is to raise funds through public and private partnerships in support of the parks, trails and recreational programs of Clark County. Clark County boasts a natural...
Monday, April 6, 2015
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
Columbia Springs was created in 1997 through partnership agreements with Clark Public Utilities, Evergreen School District, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, City of Vancouver, Clark County and Clark...
Monday, March 23, 2015
We're seeking 25 Volunteers to donate blood at our upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive on April 16th. The Move to our new office building in downtown Vancouver Washington has created new and exciting opportunities. The "...
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Shared Hope International was established to provide hope to the women and children enslaved through sex trafficking, following the example of Jesus in serving some of the most powerless in society. Located in Vancouver,...
Friday, March 6, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:25th Anniversary Open HouseGreen Eggs & HamRed Cross Blood DriveMarch of Dimes: March for BabiesFeatured Non-Profit Organization: Shared Hope InternationalGuess The Riddle!Click...
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Red Cross Blood Drive: Seeking VolunteersWelcome, Leslie!2015 Referral Rewards PartnersFeatured Non-profit: Support for Early Learning & FamiliesCongratulations, Bruce Davidson!...
Monday, January 5, 2015
What you'll find in this Newsletter:A Look Back at 20142015 Referral Rewards Announcement2014 Best in Business AwardReferral RewardsFeatured Non-Profit Organization: The Piano HospitalWalk & Knock/Adopt-A-Family2015...
Monday, December 8, 2014
I knew that one day my university degree in psychology would come in handy. One of our insurance carrier partners recently sent out a great newsletter related to the behavioral effect of safety in the workplace. Firms...
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Make More Happen AwardMerry Christmas!How can you help this Holiday Season?Walk & KnockWork AnniversaryFeatured Non-Profit Organization: Ray Hickey Hospice HouseYear-Long Wellness...
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
What you'll find in this Newsletter:"Make More Happen Award" Vote ContestOregon Mentors AwardOffice Furniture DonationsReferral RewardsFeatured Non-Profit Organization: SWW Humane SocietyRotary Festival of...
Friday, October 3, 2014
What you'll find in this Newsletter:"Make More Happen Award" NominationWelcome, Savannah!Agency AnniversariesFeatured Non-Profit: Options 3602014 Best Practices AgencyClick here to download PDF of October Newsletter
Thursday, September 4, 2014
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Summer Photo Contest WinnerReferral RewardsFeatured Non-Profit Organization: Foundation for Vancouver Public SchoolsAgency AnniversaryReminder: We're Moving DowntownCommunity...
Monday, August 4, 2014
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Clowns & Competitions/ Cars & ContributionsSummer Photo Contest-- Win an iPad Mini!We're moving in September!Featured Non-Profit Organization: The Human Services CouncilAgency...
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Teen Sing 4th RecapAnniversariesMoving ReminderPhoto ContestWellness UpdateClick here to download PDF of the July Newsletter
Tuesday, June 3, 2014
What you'll find in this Newsletter:Safeco AwardTeen Sing 4th Anniversaries Agency Moving Summer Photo ContestClick here to download PDF of June Newsletter