Cassandra Bohorquez

Account Executive

Cassandra is originally from Houston and has been in the employee benefits industry since 2015. She brings a strong background in compliance and extensive experience across alternative funding arrangements. Prior to joining Stumm, Cassandra worked for a national firm where she partnered with clients ranging from mid-market to large groups.

Known for her curiosity and can-do spirit, Cassandra enjoys blending technology with insurance to deliver efficient, client-focused solutions. Family is an important part of her life, and she loves making trips back to Texas and Florida to stay connected. Outside of work, Cassandra enjoys exploring Chicago’s food scene and never passes up a great happy hour.

Michael MacDonald

Account Coordinator

Michael graduated with a BA from the University of Dayton. He majored in Criminal Justice Studies with a pre-law focus and an English Writing minor. He brings prior years of experience in sales and customer service to the team, as well as strong communication and organizational skills. Michael excels in collaborating with his coworkers and creating an open inclusive environment that stimulates learning and growth. In his free time he enjoys going to the gym, skiing, and playing golf.

Megan Kearns

Account Coordinator

After earning her B.A. in Business from Saint Anselm College, Megan began her career in Sales and Marketing, working for two leading global beverage companies. She took time away to focus on raising her family, followed by several years teaching early childhood education. Driven by her passion for helping others and a desire to grow professionally, Megan joined Stumm in the Spring of 2025. She is passionate about contributing to work that has a meaningful impact on people’s daily lives. Outside of work, Megan enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends, especially attending her children’s sports events.

Scott Ciukowski

Account Executive

Scott started in the insurance industry in 2010 on the carrier side. Throughout his tenure in the industry, he has worked with small to large groups covering all funding types. He looks forward to bringing his expertise to help clients with benefit strategies. Scott spends his free time with his wife attending their two boy’s sporting events and enjoys golfing.

Emma Nentwig

Account Coordinator

Emma graduated from the University of Kansas with her BS in Business Administration and minor in Marketing. She brings a strong background in communication, organization, and client service. Emma is passionate about building meaningful connections and contributing to a collaborative, people-first environment. Outside of work, Emma enjoys antiquing and mornings on the golf course.

Clare Grzanich

Recruitment Manager

After graduating from Saint Mary’s University, Clare went into agency recruitment. Originally, she worked with us on a consulting basis starting in 2022. Clare was so instrumental in finding talent for us that when the opportunity arose, we were happy to have her join us on a permanent basis in 2025! Now, she helps Stumm Insurance find talent for various roles across both our Rosemont and Warrenville offices as we continue to scale.

Outside of work, Clare and her husband enjoy spending time with their twin boys. Clare also enjoys traveling, spending time with her corgi, and playing a game of beach volleyball!

Nichole Favero

Account Coordinator

Nichole received her BFA in Dance from the University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign) in 2010 and went on to earn her BA in English from Northern Illinois University in 2014. She spent nine years teaching high school English in Chicago’s western suburbs, working with various student communities and learning the significance of supporting and helping others. Looking for a new avenue to expand upon those interpersonal skills, Nichole joined the Stumm Insurance team in the Fall of 2024. In her free time, Nichole enjoys dancing to music with her children and husband, baking for her friends, and reading books of all genres.

Ellen Maloney

Account Coordinator

Ellen received her bachelor’s degree in violin performance from Indiana University. After graduating, she expanded upon her musical talent by teaching violin to others and exploring the “non-musical” side of music production. Her experience as a musician has instilled a passion for collaborative environments, dedication to detail, and reliability. As an Account Coordinator, Ellen loves using these skills to find innovative solutions and help her team succeed. In her spare time, Ellen continues to teach the violin, perform with the Camerata Chicago Orchestra, and supports classical music in her community. To relax, she always enjoys a nice long run and a good game of tennis.

Ella Gale

Account Coordinator

Ella Gale is an Account Coordinator, having joined the team in 2024. She graduated from UW-Madison with a degree in Consumer Behavior and Marketing, along with a Certificate in Entrepreneurship. Before joining Stumm Insurance, Ella gained valuable experience through an internship with a healthcare-focused non-profit and continued her career in the healthcare industry, specifically within insurance. Ella is excited to bring her passion for client service and industry knowledge to her role. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring her creative side through art, diving into books—especially those by her favorite author, Tom Robbins—and seeking inspiration in all things artistic.

Katie Katranis

Account Coordinator

Katie graduated from Miami University in Ohio, with her BS in Human Capital Management & Leadership. Katie started at Stumm as an Account Coordinator after having internships in both Accounting and Human Resources, where she honed her love of serving her clients and making a positive impact. Outside of work, Katie enjoys spending time with family and friends, seeing the latest movies in theaters, and listening to music.