Professional Team

Mrs. Albert joined Optima (then Oxbow) in November 2012 as a Claims Assistant in the California office. In June 2016, Yanira became an Account Administrator handling orders and assisting sales personnel. Yanira enjoys artwork, drawing, anime, and soundtrack music.

Ms. Burgos joined Optima in 2016 and is currently the Senior Cost Accountant in the Florida office. She enjoys spending her time immersed in nature, including hiking, camping, and spending time with her family.

Mr. Cooper joined Optima (then Oxbow) in November 2009, and works in the Pennsylvania office. Michael attended Youngstown State University and earned a B.A. in Communications. He has over 25 years’ experience in the steel business, having started in 1992. In his free time, Michael loves to research American history, barbeque at Coop’s Smokehouse, listen to old-time radio detective shows, watch Crimson Tide football, and listen to Cheap Trick and Foo Fighters.

Mrs. Domencic joined Optima in February 2018 and is a part of the Pennsylvania office. In August 2024 she joined the Claims Department as the Claims Administrator. Jen attended Duquesne University, where she received her B.S.B.A. in finance. She went on to earn a M.B.A. from Robert Morris University. In her free time Jen enjoys spending quality time with her husband and 4 boys.

Mrs. Esakson joined Optima (then Oxbow) in June 2012. Jennifer is very competitive and enjoys working out and playing cornhole. Most notably, she was the 2015 ACO California State Women’s Cornhole Champion. Jennifer is a mother of two beautiful daughters and enjoys antiquing with her husband.

Ms. Forbes joined Optima in 2014 and is currently an Account Administrator in the Pennsylvania office. She enjoys spending her time with her family.

Ms. Govender joined Optima in the Florida office May of 2019. Originally from South Africa, she graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a B.A. in Anthropology focusing on cultural, medical, and forensic disciplines. As a detail-oriented credit analyst she blends strong judgment with a thoughtful, people-focused approach, bringing clarity and collaboration to credit discussions. Outside of work, Kiara enjoys painting, going out with friends, and spending time with her precious Shorkie, Brody.

Ms. Morgan joined Optima in April 2019 as an Account Administrator in the Pennsylvania office. Prior to joining Optima she owned her own hair salon for 11 years. Joellyn has two children who have graduated from college and are happily situated in their own careers. Joellyn is excited about this new opportunity and is thankful for the wonderful team she is working with. In her spare time she likes to walk her dogs and spend time with her family.

Ms. Hollis joined Optima in June 2022. She is an Accounts Payable Specialist working within the Accounting Department in the Florida office. Marnique obtained her A.A. in Accounting and B.S. in Business Administration from Broward College. Marnique likes traveling, sampling new cuisines, and candle-buying in her spare time.

Ms. Lindemuth joined Optima in May 2022. She is currently an Account Administrator in the Pennsylvania office. Leah graduated from Penn State University where she earned her B.S. in Business. In her free time, Leah enjoys spending time with her sisters and friends.

Ms. Linton joined Optima in February 2025. Erica is part of the Account Administration team out and works in the Pennsylvania office. In her free time, she likes to explore Western Pennsylvania.

Ms. Gordon joined Optima in April 2021. She is currently part of the Accounts Payable Department in the Florida office. Kaylee graduated from Buffalo State College where she earned her B.S. in Art Education. She continued onto Western Governors University for a M.S. in Special Education and a B.S.B.A. in Accounting. Prior to joining Optima, Kaylee spent five years in the teaching field. In her spare time, Kaylee enjoys spending time with her friends and family, tending to her small hobby farm, and creating artwork.

Ms. Mankarious joined Optima in April 2021 and works in the Florida office as a Cost Accountant. She graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a B.A. in Political Science and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a concentration in Accounting at Florida Atlantic University. Veronia enjoys traveling and spending time with her loved ones.

Ms. King joined Optima in January 2019. She previously held the Claims Administrator position and, in July 2024, became the Logistics Coordinator/Account Administrator and works in the Pennsylvania office. Micaela graduated from Clarion University where she earned her B.S in Communications. In her spare time, Micaela enjoys hiking, kayaking, and enjoying good company around the campfire.

Mr. Myers joined Optima in July 2013. He is currently oversees the Accounts Payable team in the Florida office. Corei attended Florida Atlantic University and earned a B.B.A. in Accounting.

Mr. Reiner joined Optima in June 2017, and is a part of the Pennsylvania office, working closely with the Eastern Sales Team. Andrew is a graduate of Geneva College, where he earned a B.A. in Communication, and currently resides in western Pennsylvania with his wife and two daughters. In his spare time, Andrew enjoys basketball, running, and gardening.

Mrs. Richard joined Optima in April 2017, and is a part of the Pennsylvania office. She attended ICM School of Business. Patty lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and has two grown daughters. She enjoys traveling, scrapbooking and spending time with her family and her dog, Mojo.

Mrs. Roman joined Optima in February 2018 and is a member of the Accounting Department in Florida, where she is responsible for processing customer invoices. Marisela graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a degree in Business Management. Outside of work, Marisela enjoys crafting and spending time with her family.

Ms. Scott joined Optima in May 2022 in the Florida office. She is the Junior Cost Accountant. Melisa enjoys reading a good book by the pool, spending time with family, and baking.

Ms. Simoza joined Optima in May 2025 and is part of the Accounting Department in the Florida office. She started her journey in Environmental Engineering, but life led her to find her calling in accounting. Daniella enjoys traveling, going to the beach, and spending time with her family.

Mrs. Spells Anderson joined Optima in November 2021 as a Staff Accountant in the Florida office. Valencia holds a B.S. in Legal Studies from Nova Southeastern University and a Master of Public Administration from Florida State University. Outside of work, Valencia enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, singing, reading, and writing (she became a published author in 2025). Valencia serves on the Board for Pathways to Prosperity, Inc., as President of the Omicron Delta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., and as VP of the National Pan-Hellenic Council of Palm Beach County.