Business Details
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Salem, Oregon
Bliss Sequoia Insurance & Risk has established itself as a trusted partner for nonprofits, businesses, and individuals seeking comprehensive insurance solutions. Our team prioritizes understanding the unique needs of each client, offering personalized service that ensures optimal coverage and peace of mind. With a focus on nonprofits, we provide specialized programs like the HBA BIIT Program, tailored to address sector-specific risks. Our advisors bring decades of combined experience, delivering expert guidance on commercial insurance, group health plans, workers' compensation, and more. Clients consistently praise our responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to secure competitive rates without compromising coverage quality.We serve the Pacific Northwest from our Salem, Oregon headquarters, maintaining strong relationships with top-tier insurers to offer diverse policy options. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition, including the 2025 Award for outstanding service. By combining local expertise with national resources, we empower organizations to protect their missions and thrive. Whether insuring a nonprofit, managing personal assets, or safeguarding a business, our approach remains rooted in transparency, integrity, and client-centric solutions. This philosophy has fostered long-term partnerships, with many clients relying on our expertise for over a decade.
Services
Commercial Insurance
Group Health Insurance
Workers Compensation
Farm Liability Insurance
Nonprofit Insurance
Personal Auto Insurance
Home Insurance
Medicare Supplement Plans
Life Insurance
Contractor Insurance
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized insurance solutions tailored to nonprofit organizations.
- Our team specializes in commercial insurance and group health plans.
- Clients praise our responsive service and competitive rates.
- We provide specialized programs like the HBA BIIT Program.
- Our advisors deliver thorough coverage analysis and renewal details.
What people say
Excellent rates
Responsive service
Thorough coverage analysis
Nonprofit expertise
Timely responses
Services
Commercial Insurance
Our commercial insurance solutions protect businesses against property damage, liability claims, and operational risks. We tailor policies to cover assets, employees, and unique industry-specific exposures. Clients benefit from our partnerships with top-rated insurers and our team's expertise in risk assessment and claims advocacy.
Group Health Insurance
We design comprehensive group health plans that balance affordability and coverage for employers and employees. Our specialists compare plans from multiple carriers to find optimal solutions for dental, vision, medical, and supplemental benefits. Ongoing support includes enrollment assistance and policy adjustments as business needs evolve.
Workers Compensation
Our workers' compensation insurance ensures compliance with state requirements while protecting businesses from financial losses due to workplace injuries. We provide policy customization, risk management resources, and claims management support to minimize disruptions and control premium costs.
Nonprofit Insurance
Specialized insurance programs address the unique risks faced by nonprofits, including directors & officers liability, event insurance, and property coverage. Our HBA BIIT Program offers cost-effective solutions specifically designed for Oregon nonprofit organizations through negotiated group rates.
Farm Liability Insurance
We offer liability protection for farm operations against third-party claims of property damage or bodily injury. Policies cover equipment, livestock, and agricultural premises while addressing risks associated with public access to farm properties through recreational or educational activities.
People
Brian Bliss
Founder & Partner
Brian Bliss co-founded Bliss Sequoia Insurance & Risk with a vision to provide exceptional insurance solutions for nonprofits and businesses. He leads strategic initiatives and maintains key client relationships, leveraging over 25 years of industry experience to ensure organizational growth and client satisfaction.
Lance Barnwell
Producer & Partner
Lance Barnwell specializes in commercial insurance and risk management strategies. With 15+ years in the industry, he helps businesses navigate complex insurance needs while maintaining a client-focused approach that prioritizes long-term partnerships and comprehensive coverage solutions.
Mercedez Schluckebier
Producer
Mercedez Schluckebier brings expertise in health insurance solutions for businesses and individuals. Her background in healthcare administration informs her approach to designing employee benefit packages that balance cost-effectiveness with comprehensive medical coverage options for diverse organizational needs.
Dawn Bostwick
Producer & Partner
Dawn Bostwick focuses on nonprofit insurance programs and personal lines coverage. She actively participates in industry associations and community initiatives, applying specialized knowledge to develop insurance strategies that align with nonprofit missions and operational requirements.
Matt Lokan
Producer & Partner
Matt Lokan specializes in commercial property and casualty insurance. With extensive experience in risk assessment, he develops customized insurance programs for contractors, manufacturers, and service businesses while maintaining a strong commitment to client education and proactive risk management.
Questions
What insurance services do you offer for nonprofits?
We provide specialized nonprofit insurance programs including general liability, directors & officers coverage, event insurance, and the HBA BIIT Program tailored to Oregon nonprofits.
How do you assist businesses with workers' compensation?
Our workers' compensation specialists help businesses secure compliant coverage, implement risk management strategies, and navigate the claims process to minimize financial impact.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Oregon with a focus on Salem, Portland, and Ashland, while also providing coverage solutions across the Pacific Northwest region.
How can I get a home insurance quote?
Visit our website to start a home insurance quote online, or contact our Salem office directly to speak with an advisor about personalized coverage options.
What makes your group health plans different?
Our group health insurance specialists compare multiple carrier options to create customized benefit packages that balance affordability and comprehensive coverage for employers and employees.
