SDIAA is the only professional network in San Diego built exclusively for insurance adjusters, claims professionals, and the businesses that serve them. Join 600+ members who treat their network as a strategic asset — not an afterthought.
Building a strong career or business in insurance is not just about working hard. It is about knowing the right people, staying current on industry changes, and being part of a community that keeps you informed and connected. Too often, professionals are left trying to do that alone.
SDIAA gives you one place to build relationships, learn from peers, and stay engaged with the San Diego insurance community through education, events, and shared industry support.
Founded in 1945, the SDIAA stands as San Diego’s oldest and grandest professional adjuster organization, boasting a membership of over 1,200 industry professionals. Our core mission is to foster harmony, enhance business relations, and elevate ethical standards among members of the insurance claims profession and associated businesses.
Meet adjusters, agents, and vendors across San Diego and build relationships that can support your career, referrals, and long-term growth. SDIAA highlights a network of 600+ insurance members.
Access quarterly educational meetings covering relevant topics in the insurance space, plus resources like legal updates and job postings.
From social gatherings to appreciation events, SDIAA creates opportunities to connect in person and build stronger professional relationships in a more natural way.
Vendor members get added exposure through the vendor directory, website features, sponsorship opportunities, and discounted event participation.
Join us and gain access to an exclusive suite of benefits tailored for insurance claims professionals
Connect with over 600+ Insurance Members.
Quarterly educational meetings on pressing industry topics.
Connect with industry leaders at our social events.
Exclusive to Property and auto claims adjusters, supervisors, examiners, and managers
Exclusive to Property And Auto insurance agents, team leaders, agency managers, and executives
Open to Businesses that revolve around The property and auto insurance industry
Whether you are an adjuster, insurance agent, or vendor, there is a membership path designed for your role. Adjuster and agent memberships are listed as free, while vendor membership is $295 per calendar year.
Sign up and start receiving access to SDIAA communications, events, and educational opportunities.
Attend meetings, join events, stay current on industry topics, and build real relationships with professionals across the San Diego insurance space.
When you join SDIAA, you are not just adding your name to a membership list. You are stepping into a professional community designed to help you stay connected, informed, and involved.
Chris has over 25 years experience as a multi-line adjuster and insurance management. Chris’ expertise includes handling claims in property, casualty, workers compensation and commercial claims. Chris is licensed in several states as a multi-lines claims adjuster. Chris has served in the past as the President and Treasurer of the SDIAA.
Marvin J. Straus is a partner at Straus Myers LLP. His areas of practice include Complex Fraud Litigation, Insurance Defense, Bad Faith Defense, Insurance Coverage, Qui Tam & Real Estate. He is a frequent presenter to insurance companies & professional organizations on topics involving fraud, coverage, effective examinations under oath & bad faith issues.
Ramon Verdugo is the Claims Manager at Qualitas Insurance Company, overseeing a bi-national and multi-state team of adjusters in Tijuana and San Diego since 2017. He has over 20 years of experience supervising personal auto and commercial trucking claims, and holds a BS in Industrial Engineering and an Associate in Claims designation.
Our members play a crucial role in supporting SDIAA, not only through their financial contributions via membership fees but also by actively participating in our array of events, volunteering for committees, and sharing their expertise within the industry. Their engagement generates a vibrant professional ecosystem that enhances the value of our association for all involved. Through this collective effort, SDIAA is able to provide educational resources, networking opportunities, and support for the San Diego community, thereby fostering a tradition of excellence and mutual aid within the insurance claims industry.
SDIAA brings together 600+ insurance members and a growing network of supporting vendors, creating a community built on participation, professional relationships, and shared industry knowledge. The site also shows active member support through featured vendors and board leadership, reinforcing that this is a real, established local association — not just a directory page.
Join SDIAA and be part of a professional community that helps you stay connected, informed, and visible in the San Diego insurance world.
