Business Details
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Bakersfield, CA
Clifford & Bradford Insurance Agency has built a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking comprehensive insurance solutions. Our mission centers on protecting clients through cost-effective strategies, leveraging a team of industry experts with decades of collective experience. We prioritize personalized service, operating under the principle that clients deserve to be treated as partners rather than transactions. Our approach combines deep market insight with access to top-tier carriers, ensuring tailored coverage that aligns with each client's unique needs. We distinguish ourselves through transparent practices, including a strict code of ethics that prohibits conflicts of interest and mandates ongoing professional education.Our commitment extends beyond insurance, offering business resources and risk management tools to help clients thrive in evolving economic landscapes. With a focus on innovation and adaptability, we deliver solutions that address both current challenges and future opportunities. Our team's expertise spans commercial insurance, employee benefits, and specialized programs like captive insurance, which empowers clients to reclaim unused premium dollars. By maintaining a client-first philosophy, we aim to redefine the standard for insurance service excellence.
Services
Captive Insurance
Commercial Insurance
Employee Benefits
Risk Management
Personal Insurance
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of insurance expertise with a team of certified professionals
- Our 'Velvet Rope' customer service ensures personalized attention for every client
- We work with industry-leading carriers to secure competitive rates and coverage
- Our proprietary Reward On Insurance program returns unused premium dollars to clients
- We provide 24/7 access to critical insurance resources and support
What people say
Relentless commitment
Very fast, efficient
Empowered 'Owner'
Great reputation
Community-focused
Services
Captive Insurance
Our Reward On Insurance program transforms clients from policyholders to empowered owners. This solution allows businesses to reclaim unused premium dollars while maintaining control over claims processes. Designed for safety-conscious employers paying $100K+ in annual premiums, it offers customized rates based on individual loss records rather than industry averages.
Commercial Insurance
We provide comprehensive protection for businesses including workers' compensation, general liability, and automobile liability. Our experts tailor policies to match specific industry needs while securing competitive rates from top-rated carriers through our extensive industry relationships.
Employee Benefits
Our specialists design customized benefits packages that attract talent while controlling costs. Services include health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs supported by dedicated experts with deep knowledge of evolving regulatory requirements.
Risk Management
We help identify and mitigate potential threats through proactive assessments and customized strategies. Our team provides ongoing support to prevent small issues from becoming major claims, including safety audits and compliance guidance.
Personal Insurance
We offer tailored personal insurance solutions including home, auto, and umbrella policies. Our approach ensures comprehensive protection while maintaining affordability through strategic carrier partnerships and personalized service.
People
Wes Bradford
President / CEO
With over 30 years in insurance, Wes Bradford leads with a commitment to excellence and client-first principles. He built a team of experts focused on delivering innovative solutions while maintaining strict ethical standards.
Julie Sanders
Executive VP Operations
Julie Sanders oversees operations with 25+ years of insurance leadership experience. She ensures efficient service delivery across all departments while maintaining the agency's commitment to quality and client satisfaction.
Randi Bailey-Bonilla
VP, Claims
Randi Bailey-Bonilla manages claims operations with expertise in dispute resolution and client advocacy. Her team prioritizes swift, fair claim settlements while protecting client interests.
Lori McQuilliams
VP, Captive Insurance
Lori McQuilliams leads captive insurance initiatives with specialized knowledge in alternative risk financing. She helps businesses optimize their insurance strategies through innovative programs that maximize financial benefits.
Sean Barker
Producer
Sean Barker provides commercial insurance solutions with a focus on construction and energy sectors. His expertise in complex risk assessments ensures clients receive coverage tailored to their specific operational needs.
Questions
What insurance services do you offer?
We specialize in commercial insurance, employee benefits, captive insurance programs, risk management, and personal insurance solutions tailored to business needs.
How does your captive insurance program work?
Our Reward On Insurance program lets clients reclaim unused premium dollars while maintaining control over claims processes and loss reserves.
What makes your team different from other agencies?
Our team includes certified experts with specialized knowledge in liability coverage and risk management, offering personalized service without conflicts of interest.
Do you serve businesses outside Bakersfield?
While based in Bakersfield, our expertise serves clients statewide through customized insurance solutions and digital resources.
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Reviews (3)
Keariss Rangel
Jun 28, 2020
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Critical: Responsiveness Been trying to get back on my husbands insurance for over a month now and they haven't responded.
Brent Fye
Sep 06, 2019
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I have had the worst experiences over the last 8 years at Clifford in Bradford. Between my policies being shipped around to different people. Justin Grant assured me that I was insured for anything that could possibly happen. He is a bold face liar. I had several policies with Clifford and Bradford of the last several years I've moved those policies to other Company's. Mandy maize and her group Emails are very annoying.
If you're looking for somebody to take your money. And not contact you again till the policy needs to be renewed. Then Clifford in Bradford would be the best choice. Very pistzoff customer Brenton fye with rockeys truck and trailer repair 3-27-19
If you're looking for somebody to take your money. And not contact you again till the policy needs to be renewed. Then Clifford in Bradford would be the best choice. Very pistzoff customer Brenton fye with rockeys truck and trailer repair 3-27-19
Laurie Eagleson
Nov 02, 2018
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Literally can NOT say enough about Justin Garant and his relentless commitment to helping his clients. Justin spent nearly two weeks chasing down a vendor that would underwrite Alpacas at a wedding. Yep, I'm serious - THAT hard to find and THAT important to the happy couple on their special day. Thanks to the moon, Justin - you were the unsung hero of the day. Xoxo The Eagleson's & Jamieson's
