Chloe Ottithottathil

Account Manager

Chloe is an administrative professional of five years with previous experience in medical and social service fields. She began her career in Miami, FL where she served as a program manager for a youth development program, holistically addressing community needs with sustainable resources. At Stumm, she is eager to learn, grow, and develop strategies to better support clients. In her free time, Chloe enjoys spending time with her family, husband, cat, and tending to her growing plant collection.

Linda Stiglicz

Account Manager

Linda enjoyed a long B2B marketing communications career in technology, but always had her sights set on supporting employees. In 2016, Linda made the move to human resources working for a growing software company where she focused on benefits, payroll and employee engagement. She’s excited to join Stumm Insurance and expand her knowledge of employee benefits serving a wide range of clients. When she has some free time, Linda loves spending it with family and friends, exploring Chicago and other cities, and volunteering at her children’s schools.

Melissa Peleska

Account Manager

Melissa started in the insurance industry in 2007 as a temp. Through hard work Melissa joined Stumm Insurance in 2020 as an Account Manager. She has an Associate Degree in Administrative Management and Training. Melissa son is a Navy sailor which makes her a proud Navy mom.

Joseph LaCavera

Account Executive

Joseph began his insurance career in 2015 at a brokerage in Elmhurst, where he gained experience across employee benefits, individual health plans, and Medicare. He joined Stumm Insurance in 2022 as an Account Manager and was promoted to Account Executive in 2025, continuing to build strong relationships with clients and help them navigate the ever-changing landscape of employee benefits. Joseph holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Elmhurst University, a background that supports his thoughtful and people-focused approach to client service.

Outside of work, Joseph enjoys experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, getting outdoors, reading a good book, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Alison Moore

Account Executive

Alison holds a BA in Management from Benedictine University. Alison began her career in the insurance industry in 2017, most recently working as a Benefits Account Executive at Snyder Insurance.  Her passion for providing excellent customer service to her clients will make her a perfect addition to our team. Outside of work, you might find Alison at the yoga studio, exploring a forest preserve with her dog Mayzee and husband, or taking a watercolor class. She is also a passionate reader of many genres.

Joanna Perez

Account Manager

Joanna holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.  She continued her graduate education at Loyola University Chicago at Water Tower where she earned a Master of Science in Human Resources and worked as a Graduate Research Assistant.

Her education in Industrial and Organizational Psychology resulted in a rewarding Human Resources career that spanned more than fifteen years. She is thrilled to join Stumm Insurance and looks forward to learning from her colleagues.  When not at work, Joanna is exploring the city with her family and friends. You may find her enjoying an outdoor music festival or sampling the city’s diverse cuisine. She is an avid runner and an amateur yogi.

Iwona Garcia

Senior Account Coordinator

Iwona completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Communication at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2002 and then in 2008 received a post-secondary degree in Interior Design from Chicago’s Harrington College of Design. Her career path ultimately led her to Stumm Insurance in 2019, where she is thrilled to provide service at the highest level to our clients while enjoying a culture of true team collaboration at Stumm with her colleagues.  Her personal philosophy is and always will be “happy to help.” In her free time Iwona enjoys family time with her family, which includes puzzling, reading and cooking. 

Kara Brown

Account Executive

Kara joined Stumm Insurance in 2021, bringing a strong background in client service and project management within the public health field. She earned a BS in Nutrition from The University of Texas at Austin and a MA in Education from Pepperdine University. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Kara spent more than 14 years consulting on health program development and delivering training and education.

At Stumm, Kara leverages her diverse experience and detail-oriented work habits to develop comprehensive benefits solutions for her clients.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and practicing yoga.

Danielle Bollman

Account Executive

Danielle launched her career with a strong foundation, earning a Master’s Degree in Health Policy and Administration from the University of Illinois. She began as a report analyst at a leading health insurance organization and moved into account management, where she became an Account Executive for large and national accounts.

Before joining Stumm Insurance, she devoted several years to raising her three children with her husband in the Chicago suburbs community they’ve proudly called home for more than 20 years. Driven by a passion for health and wellness, Danielle became a 200-hour certified yoga instructor and a certified health and wellness coach. Danielle joined Stumm in 2021, bringing her energy, expertise, and people-first mindset to the team.

When she’s not supporting clients, Danielle can be found cheering on her son at his sporting events, hopping between college tailgates, teaching yoga, and constantly exploring new ways to elevate health and well-being.

Alessandra Racanelli

Account Manager

Alessandra earned her BS from Northern Illinois University in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing. She had previously worked for a luxury media company and has extensive experience in the customer service industry. In her free time, Alessandra loves trying out new recipes to enjoy and crafting beaded jewelry. She is eager to contribute her strong customer service and work ethic at Stumm.