Management Team
The AAGI management team brings a unique blend of experience from the automotive, administrative and insurance industry. Our team is committed to providing superior products and personalized service to AAGI’s customers.
Al Ranieri, President
A CPA with over 30 years of insurance experience, Al provides overall coordination and management direction. He is a CPA and CPCU. Al has been both a Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of several insurance companies.
Tim Brugh, Executive Vice President
Over 20 years experience in the automobile and insurance industry. In addition to handling the day-to-day sales and marketing functions, Tim also handles the design and development of new AAGI products & marketing materials.
Jeff Teuscher, Vice President of Sales
With over 25 years experience in the vehicle service contract industry, Jeff has progressed from retail F&I Manager through all facets of the F & I industry. Prior to joining AAGI in February 2003, Jeff held positions including F & I training instructor, aftermarket insurance agency owner and several executive positions in the vehicle service contract industry. Jeff’s primary responsibilities with AAGI include the training and direction of the regional sales management team.
Jim Devers, Chief Operating Officer
With over 30 years of insurance experience, Jim has held senior positions in the insurance industry, including direct ownership of a vehicle service contract administration company and Chief Financial Officer of an insurance company. Jim directs accounting, IT, office administration, HR, agent care, data administration, processing and all claim departments.
Mark Cohen, General Counsel
Mark, an attorney, has over 30 years experience with the insurance industry and with the administration of automobile aftermarket products. Mark’s responsibilities include management of the legal and compliance departments as well as oversight of joint venture partners.
Marge Kolozsy, Vice President, Processing
An executive with over 25 years experience in the management of large scale automobile aftermarket processing functions. Marge handles all system implementation and processing management.
Wendie Quid, Director of Data Operations
Wendie has over 20 years experience in the processing of both insurance and non-insurance programs. Wendie’s career in the industry has included customer service, new product implementation, as well as, assisting in the development of AAGI’s website and supply ordering system. Wendie oversees the day-to-day operations of sales support, data administration and processing departments.
George Krnich, Director of Claims and Risk Management
With over 20 years of automotive service experience, including 15 years in vehicle service contract administration and management. He holds degrees in Automotive Service Excellence and Automotive Technology and has been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1995. George is responsible for the daily operations of the mechanical claims and risk management departments.
Kristen Gruber, Vice President of Product Management
Kristen is a CPCU with over 15 years of product management and underwriting experience working for a major insurance company and general agency. Her responsibilities include the creation of new products and coordinating the related distribution.