A Proud History of Serving Seniors
As one of the largest agencies specializing in the senior market in Missouri, J. Berg and Associates offers service unequaled by most agencies. Our loyalty is to you and our local community!
Since 1952, we’ve been serving the St. Louis area and we’ve specialized in meeting Seniors’ needs through health insurance since Medicare’s inception. Today, we provide the personalized coverage that seniors value most, including:
• Medicare Advantage
• Medicare Supplements
• Cancer protection
• Long- and short-term nursing home policies
• Home health care insurance plans
• Hospital indemnities
• Dental, vision and hearing policies
• Guaranteed issue and simplified issue life insurance
Trained Specialists Who Stay Informed
Our team works tirelessly to stay up to date with the rapid changes in senior health care insurance. We research hundreds of plans from the industry’s leading companies so we can offer the policies that best suit your needs. Plus, our agents are specially certified in the types of insurance they offer, regularly attend trainings and carefully study the latest product literature to stay on top of what’s new.
Independence Brings You Choice
Because we’re an independent (rather than “captive”) agency, we’re not restricted to one insurance carrier. Instead, we work with a wide range of quality companies to offer a variety of policies. This allows our agents to analyze and recommend plans that fit your personal needs instead of offering a one-size-fits-all plan to everyone.
Keith Berg
President
Keith was born in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1965, 19 minutes after his twin brother. He is the youngest of five boys. Keith attended the University of Missouri. He entered the insurance business in 1991, working at his father’s insurance agency, J. Berg & Associates. He performed administrative work until 1997, when he obtained his insurance license.
Keith enjoys seeing their agents excited, motivated and successful. He strives to make sure agents are comfortable and confident in the field. When in the field himself, he enjoys the interactions with clients and is very pleased when he can help them.
Keith is happily married to Tara and they have three children, which include a set of twins. Keith enjoys remodeling and interior design, and also has a passion for cars.
Jessica Estes
Vice President, Operations
Phone: 314.949.3136
Email: jessica@jbergassociates.com
I have been with J. Berg & Associates since 2007 and have recently become the Vice President of Operations. I handle all day to day business, from administrative to the agents. I love the business relationships I have built over the years with not only clients, but company representatives. I have learned so much about the Senior business and continue to grow every day. I grew up in Jackson, Missouri and love the small town feel.
In my free time, I love hanging out with my husband Zack and our two cats, Gary and Sam. I enjoy going to antique shops on the weekends, trying local restaurants, going to concerts, (I’ve seen my favorite band over 100 times!), and traveling as much as possible. I love anything Disney and spending time with my family as much as possible.
Bob Berg
Retired May 2024
Bob joined his father’s insurance agency, J. Berg & Associates, in the early 1980’s. For close to 40 years, Bob served seniors with their insurance needs, along with training and mentoring other agents in the senior business. He believes his loyalty to his representatives is one of his top priorities.
Bob has a passion for serving the senior community with all of their insurance needs. His philosophy is the customer always comes first.
Bob and his wife, Sherri, live in St. Louis, Missouri. He has strong family values and enjoys an active life, which includes racket sports, golf and travel.
Shaundi Stott
Commissions Analyst
Phone: 314.949.3040
sstott@jbergassociates.com
My name is Shaundi Stott and I have been with the company since 2013. I graduated with an associate’s degree in accounting in 2006. I enjoy spending time with family and friends.
My goal in life is to be able to travel the world and explore new places, meet new people, and
immerse myself in different cultures.
Michelle Smith
Licensing Advisor
Phone: 314-949-3161
mdees@jbergassociates.com
I have been with the agency since 2014.
I am dedicated to helping others.
I am a devoted wife and mother.
I find joy in the serenity of the beach and sunset.
Laurie Logan
Career Marketing Advisor
Phone: 314.949.3147
llogan@jbergassociates.com
I have been with J. Berg & Associates since 2019. I have a strong relationship with my church community and truly value the bonds I have built over the years. I have a large family all across the Midwest, which I am the backbone of. I enjoy cooking for others in my free time.
Andrea Rudolph
New Business Advisor
Phone: 314.949.3042
Email: arudolph@jbergassociates.com
I have worked for J. Berg & Associates since 2023. Before coming to work here, I was a veterinary technician at an emergency hospital for 10 years. I have a blended family with 4 kids and 4 dogs, an Australian shepherd named Charlie, a golden retriever named Carpenter, a chocolate lab named Tonks, and a pitbull mix named Kikoy. Life can be chaotic with all those kids and dogs, but we enjoy going camping, geocaching, family game nights, and anything Disney or Harry Potter related. We love all St. Louis sports and big fans of the Green Bay Packers. We love to support Breakthrough T1D, formally JDRF, as one of my sons has had type 1 diabetes for 10 years.
Edith Voyles
Associate Administrative Service Advisor
Email: evoyles@jbergassociates.com
Hi my name is Edith Voyles I started working for J. Berg and Associates April of 2020. I am a part time administrative assistant. I assist with mailings, processing claims, phone calls, filing, and anything else that is needed. My favorite part of my job is assisting the clients with anything and everything. I am married to my wonderful husband Nathan we have 2 cats. I enjoy sewing, crafting and going to concerts and music festivals.
Aside from working at J. Berg and Associates I am a piano teacher with 34 piano students. I have been teaching private piano for 28 years.
Mike Bodker
Agent
Phone: 636.236.7349
Email: mbodker2@aol.com
I have been in the Senior Market since I first went into the insurance business in May of 1985, and I am proud to say that I have been affiliated with J. Berg & Associates, a Integrity Company, since that time. I have seen Medicare evolve into what it is today and fully understand the current market. Not all plans are the same and I understand everyone’s needs are different. Working with J. Berg & Associates, I can offer top rated companies with excellent benefits for Seniors at affordable prices.
I have been married to my wife for 40 wonderful years. We have 4 great children ranging 36 to 22. We are blessed to have 2 Grandchildren, a 3 year old and a 1 year old. I have been involved coaching youth sports since before my kids were old enough to play. I have coached hockey for Chesterfield Hockey Association, soccer for Ascension Church, baseball for Chesterfield, softball and volleyball for the YMCA and football for the Lafayette Junior Lancers. My family is deeply involved with Pedal the Cause bike race. PTC raises money for cancer research where 100% of all funds raised say locally in St. Louis. The money raised helps find cures for this terrible disease, so we can someday imagine “A World Without Cancer”.
Casey Breeden
Agent
Phone: 314.795.9917
Email: medicareexpertstl@gmail.com
I have been in the insurance industry since 2004, specializing in Medicare products since the beginning. My focus is to help each individual I meet find the best insurance for their unique set of needs and lifestyle. Look at me as an educator of everything Medicare. If you understand ALL your Medicare options, then you can make an educated decision on what product(s) best fit your needs.
Charles Calvin
Agent
Phone: 618.407.7047
Email: Charles_calvin@ymail.com
I have been with J. Berg & Associates since April 2011, and in the industry since July 2010. I have won several awards with a few of the carriers we place with, and has earned multiple incentive trips as a result of providing excellent and consistent service to my clients.
Outside of the office, I enjoy attending sporting events, especially the Blues and Cardinals, and the occasional Colts game thrown in. I also attends concerts as much as possible, sometimes traveling to see my favorite bands. But my favorite thing to do is travel the world, having been to more than 20 countries, and stepping foot on 5 continents (so far). Life is an adventure, and I am taking advantage of every opportunity to experience it!
Bruce Canis
Agent
Phone: 314.795.6007
Email: brucecanis@yahoo.com
As an agent of J. Berg & Associates since 1969, most of the past 55 years have been focused on filling the needs of the Senior age market. I specialize in Medicare plans, Long Term and Short Term Care, as well as fixed annuities and life insurance. My obligation and mission to the consumer is to provide the best guidance I can, giving the most accurate up to date information available. An informed consumer is always in a better position to make proper choices to manage one’s needs.
I always value referrals and work hard to always keep the customer satisfied.
Michael Cheun
Agent
Phone: 314.691.2218
Email: Michael.cheun@yahoo.com
I’ve been licensed for life and health since 2000 and been with J. Berg since 2012. The thing about me is that I don’t like being bored and I enjoy being active like golfing, pickleball, going to work out, etc. One of the things that have help me succeed in doing Medicare insurance as always been treating elders like they were my parents and family. My motto has always been give the right information to people and they can make an educated decision. Being Asian, I’m able to speak multiple languages so I can communicate with people that do not speak the English language.
Mark Filer
Agent
Phone: 314.920.5014
Email: filerinsurancestl@yahoo.com
I have been with J. Berg & Associates since 1990, specializing in Medicare products, Cancer Insurance, Long Term and Short Term Care. As a Senior myself, I appreciate having available all of the products that I can offer.
I grew up on a farm in Southeast Missouri where I learned a good work ethic, where you are always as good as your word. For the last 30 years, my wife Sandy and, go on cruises as our holiday presents to each other.
Robert Greco
Agent
Phone: 636.236.5752
Email: insurancegreco@gmail.com
Hello! My name is Bob Greco, and I live in Saint Louis County with my wife, Lisa. We have three adult children who make us proud every day. I was born and raised in the Saint Louis area and have spent most of my life in this community. I have been working with Seniors for over 15 years to make sure they have the most comprehensive health care coverage possible. I am licensed in Missouri, Illinois and Iowa. I look forward to talking with you about your needs.
Sean Griffin
Agent
Phone: 314-566-9580
Email: sgriffinstlouis@yahoo.com
My 35 year career in financial services includes time as a lender, life insurance agent, investment specialist, and LTC rep. For 18 years with J. Berg & Associates my primary role has been to help people make their Medicare selections as well as ancillary healthcare choices.
Nancy Kleiner-Lauth
Agent
Phone: 314.898.5691
Email: nancyk120@gmail.com
I was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri and attended St. Louis University where I received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in marketing. I got my Life & Health insurance license in 2016 and began my insurance career at J. Berg & Associates.
I thrive on helping people, especially enjoying educating my clients and helping them understand their benefits. I take great pride in what I do and finds my job to be extremely rewarding.
I am recently married to my husband, Dave, and have a seventeen year old son, Lucas. I am a lifelong Cardinals baseball fan and enjoys attending games with my husband. We also enjoy going to concerts and visiting wineries.
Cheryl McArthur
Agent
Phone: 636.734.1313
Email: cherylmcarthur@sbcglobal.net
Dedicated health insurance agent with over 14 years of experience, committed to making a positive impact on the lives of my clients. Guided by compassion, integrity, and a strong work-ethic inspired my father who believed in my abilities, instilled in me the value of treating others with respect and kindness. Driven by empathy and a strong work ethic, I strive to uplift others in both work and life.
Passionate about helping others navigate their health insurance needs with compassion and honesty. With a strong foundation built on family values and a commitment to self-improvement.
Married and proud mother of three daughters and grandmother of two granddaughters. I have lived in Saint Charles most of my life and work closely with the Veterans in the community and am licensed in Missouri, Illinois, Colorado, Arkansas and North Carolina.
Betty O’Dea
Agent
Phone: 314.458.1019
Email: odazell1996@yahoo.com
Betty O’Dea graduated from St Louis University and has lived in St. Louis ever since then.
She has licenses in Life and Health Insurance, specializing in senior products since joining J. Berg in 1998. She has continually done training to improve her ability to service her clients, many of whom have become friends.
Betty is an endurance athlete who has completed 48 marathons. She is an avid traveler, having been to all seven continents.
Diane Finnestead
Agent
Recognized as a leading producer in life & health insurance nationwide, licensed in over 25 states for ages 0-102, Diane Finnestead advocates health reform through the National Association of Benefits & Insurance Professionals, serving on the Missouri Board and National Speaker’s Bureau. She credits her ability to help thousands of Americans find the right insurance over the past twenty-plus years to her background and career in education.
Diane speaks from the heart, whether it’s virtual or as a stage speaker for conferences, summits, podcasts, radio shows and webinars on the topics of health insurance, Medicare, entrepreneurship, business and “Giving the Care Back to the Caregiver”.
Diane holds a bachelor’s degree in Music from the University of North Texas, and two master’s degrees in education from Webster University. She currently lives and works in St. Louis, Missouri and is an International Bestselling author.