About us

About Minton Insurance

IN THE BEGINNING

Owner/Agent Shawn Minton obtained his California Insurance Licenses and started his brokerage in 2006. He is a current member of the NAIFA National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors and served as the Central Coasts Young Advisers Team as well as being active in the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. Shawn knows the value of community and strives to be a crucial part of San Luis Obispo.

OUR PEOPLE

We are proud of our well-trained, professional staff. They include Property/Casualty & Commercial agents and CSR’s (Customer Service Representatives).

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

Through development of long term client relationships, it is our mission to protect our client’s assets utilizing superior insurance products, there by guarding and enhancing their quality of life.

We do this by investing time in our clients, making certain that we fully understand their complete insurance needs, concerns and motivations, positioning us to make professional recommendations providing appropriate types and amounts of insurance coverage while providing the ultimate value possible.

OUR COMMITMENT

We have put much effort into picking the A+ rated companies we represent which gives us the confidence and ability to assess your insurance needs, provide you with the coverage that will meet those needs, and to continue to work with you through the years as your insurance needs may change.

MEET THE TEAM


Shawn Minton - LUTCF - President/Broker


Shawn was born in Southern California and moved to San Luis Obispo at a young age. After graduating from High School, he attended California Polytechnic University and graduated with a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Marketing with a minor in Viticulture.


Shawn chose to stay on the central cost to be close to his family and friends. He then obtained his California Insurance Licenses and started his own insurance brokerage. He is a current member of the NAIFA National Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors and serves the Central Coasts Young Advisers Team as well as being active in the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. Shawn has also earned his LUTCF destination. The Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF®) Designation Program developed for NAIFA by the College for Financial Planning (CFFP) which you gain fundamental, yet critical prospecting, selling, and practice management skills, along with a thorough working knowledge of life and multi-line products and services. Shawn knows the value of community and strives to be a crucial part of San Luis Obispo.

Lillian Ovalle – Commercial Lines Specialist


Lillian has been in the insurance industry for over ten years. Lillian is handles the commercial lines of business and she is committed to finding the most comprehensive coverage at a competitive rate. She handles all aspects of insurance policy sales and service at Minton Insurance. She work’s with dozens of carriers giving her the experience and knowledge to help you protect your business and assets.


Heather Taylor - Office Account Manager


Heather handles all accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and company records. Heather has a BS degree in Business from Texas State University and has over 15 years experience in business development and promotional management.

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