Our Staff

Mark Schnieders
President & CEO
Mark is the founder, President & CEO of Safe Harbor Insurance Company, LLC. Since Safe Harbor’s launch in 2008, Mark’s leadership has successfully led the company in achieving significant regional and financial growth. Mark’s entrepreneurial focus is a testimonial to his achievements, in both the insurance and healthcare industries. Mark finds a work life balance and enjoys hunting, boating, and traveling with his family.
Chad Davis, BS
Insurance Advisor
Safe Harbor Insurance welcomed Chad in the role of Insurance Specialist in 2008. Chads first role after graduating from Cleveland State University was working with Bankers Life Company as an insurance specialist. Chad has been instrumental in the growth of the company which now employs four full time personnel. Chad belongs to the Vermilion chapter of BNI and is a member of the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce. Chad also loves spending time with his family, remodeling their home and enjoying the outdoors.
Brian Ivinskas, BS
Insurance Specialist
Brian joined the Safe Harbor Insurance team in 2023, bringing with him 19 years of experience in personal lines insurance. Brians success is driven thru his knowledge of the business and excellent customer service. He treats each of his customers like family and goes the extra mile every time. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Cleveland State University majoring in Political science and minoring in history. Brian enjoys his family and is proud of his daughter who is currently serving in the Ohio National Guard and a son attending John Carroll University. Brian enjoys the outdoors whether it is volunteering as baseball coach or just enjoying the sport as well as golfing and fishing.
Jim Collet, BS
Personal Lines Manager
Jim Collet brings a unique blend of hospitality, leadership, and community service to his career in the insurance industry. Prior to entering the insurance field, Jim spent nearly a decade with Hyatt Hotels, holding various management roles at four properties across the U.S., including Columbus, OH; Lake Tahoe, NV; Boston, MA; and Austin, TX. His experience in hospitality has sharpened his skills in customer service, operations, and relationship-building—skills he now leverages to help individuals and families find the right insurance solutions.

A proud graduate of The Ohio State University, Jim earned a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management with a minor in Business Administration in 2008. While at OSU, he also served as a university bus driver, transporting students and athletic teams across campus and the country—an early sign of his strong work ethic and reliability.
Jim is an active member of the Sandusky Rotary Club and served as President from 2018 to 2019. His commitment to community involvement and service continues to be a cornerstone of his personal and professional life.

Outside of work, Jim enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and two children. Whether it’s packing up the RV for a family camping trip or cheering on his kids at T-ball, gymnastics, or soccer, Jim values time with family and creating lasting memories.

Morgan Carlin, CISR
Licensed Customer Service Representative
Morgan joined Safe Harbor Insurance in August 2024 as a Licensed Customer Service Representative. With a diverse ten-year background in the insurance and sales sectors, including expertise as a Licensed Sales Agent with notable companies such as State Farm Insurance, Transamerica, Transact, and Everise. Her experience spans from training roles within a Medicare company to supervising agents while also enrolling individuals in Medicare advantage plans. She excels in both team environments and solo settings, always prioritizing the customer service experience. Morgans academic endeavors at Southern New Hampshire University enhances her practical skills, underlining a steadfast dedication to professional development and excellence within the insurance field. Her time away from the office is enjoyed by kayaking and spending time with family.
Pat Garcia, BA
Virtual Assistant
Pat joined SHIA in May 2023 and has become a great addition to the team. She earned a degree in Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, Major in Broadcasting and started her career as a Virtual Assistant in 2020 when the pandemic hit. Since then, she’s been honing her skills in both Personal and Commercial Insurance lines. Pat enjoys spending time with her husband watching anime and horror films, along with their fur babies, Hopper, Skip, and Jumpa.