At Compass Insurance, our core values—Relationships, Integrity, and Growth—define who we are and how we work together to serve our clients and communities. Each month, we recognize one team member who lives out these values with consistency and purpose.
For September, we’re proud to honor Rod Siders as our Core Value Award Winner. Rod brings professionalism, humility, and dedication to every aspect of his role—and it shows in the results, the relationships, and the respect he’s earned across the agency.
Building Strong Relationships
Rod understands that strong relationships are the foundation of great work. As our Commercial Insurance Marketer, he works closely with underwriters, agents, and carrier partners to ensure each new business submission is handled with clarity, accuracy, and urgency.
Rod takes the time to connect personally and professionally with those around him—earning praise not just from teammates, but from company partners as well. His ability to provide underwriters with detailed, upfront information results in faster turnarounds and stronger partnerships. In fact, the leadership team consistently hears how much carriers enjoy working with him.
Within the Compass team, Rod also takes on the role of mentor and teacher. He regularly supports newer agents, helping them understand what details are needed for quotes and why they matter. Whether he’s coaching a teammate or staying late to make sure a deadline is met, Rod is always willing to go the extra mile to support those around him.
Leading with Integrity
Rod’s integrity is evident in the way he approaches his work: with honesty, transparency, and a strong sense of accountability. He consistently chooses to do what’s right—even when it’s not the easiest route—and that makes him a teammate others can rely on.
His calm, professional demeanor creates trust within the agency and beyond. Rod doesn’t cut corners or overlook details; he sets a high standard by consistently modeling ethical, thoughtful decision-making. His dependability makes him not only effective in his role—but also deeply respected across the organization.
A Driving Force for Growth
Rod doesn’t just complete tasks—he seeks to understand. With every commercial quote he handles, he digs deeper into the nature of the client’s business, ensuring that each submission is tailored and thorough. That extra effort doesn’t just help our customers—it supports our agents and positions Compass for long-term success.
Even with years of experience, Rod continues to embrace learning opportunities and new challenges. He brings curiosity, purpose, and a desire to improve to everything he does. His commitment to continuous growth, both personally and professionally, sets an outstanding example for the entire team.
The Kind of Leader Everyone Wants on Their Team
Rod Siders exemplifies Relationships, Integrity, and Growth in every part of his role. He is a steady, skilled presence behind the scenes—supporting the team, coaching others, and pushing our commercial department forward with care and intention.
Congratulations, Rod! Your hard work, consistency, and leadership make a difference every day. We’re proud to recognize all you do to make Compass Insurance stronger.
Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the exceptional individuals who bring our values to life across the agency.
