Our People

 

At HS&BA, we believe in and foster a culture that embraces customer service and emphasizes timely, efficient and accurate benefit payments.  Whether we’re amending an old wage schedule retro, handling a foreign claim or managing any other benefit, we’ve been going the extra mile since 1989.  Our people use their knowledge and skills to exceed customer expectations.  That’s why we have loyal employees, clients and an exceptional reputation for integrity, reliability and superior service.

Our Leadership Team
Miguel Taime

Miguel Taime

President & Owner

mtaime@hsba.com

Mr. Taime is responsible for planning, directing and controlling business operations.  He drives the company’s IT strategy ensuring client needs are delivered and compliance and security requirements are maintained. In addition, he oversees HS&BA’s Health Management Programs in support of its client’s wellness and disease management objectives.

Dave Haumesser

Dave Haumesser

Chief Financial Officer & Owner

dhaumesser@hsba.com

Mr. Haumesser, for more than 25 years, has managed the delivery of HS&BA’s benefit administration services to ensure the administration of sound benefit, financial and operational processes.  Earlier in his career he was an audit partner with DeLoitte & Touche, LLP, specializing in Taft-Hartley trust funds.

Arturo Miramontes

Arturo Miramontes

Chief Executive Officer | Chief Operating Officer

amiramontes@hsba.com

Mr. Miramontes experience includes 20+ years of Taft-Hartley knowledge which includes a strong technical background in the industry. He is part of the executive leadership team and is directly responsible for the technical direction for the company as well as oversees the operating growth of the business operations. Mr. Miramontes has many years of leadership experience including managing large teams and in conjunction with other executive leadership, is responsible for providing guidance and support to the management teams and staff employed at HS&BA.

Karen Dianda

Karen Dianda

Senior Vice President | Controller

kdianda@hsba.com

Ms. Dianda holds the position of controller and oversees the corporate accounting department. She has been with the company for over 20 years and has more than 35 year’s experience in the financial industry. Ms. Dianda’s extensive experience ensures the financial operational processes are aligned with the company’s goals and objectives.

Amy Lambert

Amy Lambert

Senior Vice President | Account Executive

alambert@hsba.com

Ms. Lambert has over 20 years experience in management working as an account manager, operations manager, project manager and analyst. Ms. Lambert’s expertise understanding underlying and complex benefit plan details ensures that benefit and eligibility calculations are strictly applied by the claims, contribution and eligibility departments.

Coleen Christophersen

Coleen Christophersen

Senior Vice President | Account Executive

cchristophersen@hsba.com

Ms. Christophersen has over 16 years’ experience in Taft Hartley Administration.  As an senior account executive she has been instrumental in successful onboarding of new clients as well as effectively managing client retention with her exceptional customer service. She maintains great relations with trusted partners to ensure client success.   Ms. Christophersen is now an elected Administrator committee member on the IFEBP Board.

Matt Clizbe

Matt Clizbe

Vice President | Account Executive

mclizbe@hsba.com

Matt Clizbe, a graduate of Cal Berkeley, is a visionary and trusted business partner with proven expertise in providing customer centric solutions. He has spent the last decade in the Taft-Hartley industry delivering efficient daily functions of a fast-paced operation. Equipped with excellent communication and operational management skills and the ability to develop innovative strategies to meet the needs of clients and effectively interact with key stakeholders, Matt’s skill set is a great addition to the HS&BA team.

Steven Sanouvong

Steven Sanouvong

Account Executive

ssanouvong@hsba.com

Mr. Sanouvong has over 14 years of Benefit Administration experience. Prior to becoming an Account Executive, Steven has held management roles in both Billing and Eligibility and Pension, where Pension Administration and Pension Compliance has been his area of expertise for the majority of this career. Steven’s main focus is providing first class service to his clients and their members. Given his background in Operations, Steven has been a strong advocate for great service to his clients, ensuring services falls in line with client needs.