Associates

To remain aware and knowledgeable in the ever changing insurance industry, our entire staff regularly attends continuing education classes and seminars. Our agents have obtained designations such as Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR). These designations are highly regarded in the insurance industry and represent the highest achievement of insurance professionalism and knowledge. 

 
Pete Thomes, CIC
Owner Safeguard Insurance Agency
pete@safeguardmn.com

Pete Thomes began his insurance career in 1982 at his father's agency. Pete's continued dedication to the insurance industry led to his obtaining his CIC designation in 1988. In 1997 he made the move to Milaca as manager of the JA Allen Agency. On April 1, 2003, Pete purchased the agency, in its entirety, from the Allen family and their partners.Pete's commitment to the Milaca community has been demonstrated by his involvement in many area organizations such as Milaca Chamber (past President),Economic Development Commission,  Milaca Golf Board and past President of the Milaca chapter of Biz to Biz Inc. Pete also serves as President of the Professional Insurance Agents of Minnesota. 

 


Steve Carlson
Commercial Lines Agent
steve@safeguardmn.com

Steve Carlson has over 30 years of experience working with personal and commercial insurance.  He has been with Safeguard Insurance Agency since 2005 and specializes in commercial business and farms. Steve is currently marketing Church/House of Worship programs for  area churches. Steve has spent most of his career in the Princeton/Milaca area and understands the insurance needs of our community.

 

 


  
 

 

 

 

 

Melissa Besser
Personal Lines Agent
melissa@safeguardmn.com

Melissa moved to the Milaca area in 2008 and joined Safeguard Insurance Agency, as administative support,  in February 2009 . Melissa obtained her property/casualty insurance license in August 2010 and is ready to help you with all your home and auto insurance needs.

 


Verna Quaintance
Accounting
verna@safeguardmn.com

Verna joined Safeguard Insurance in 2008. She enjoys working with the financial aspects of the agency.