Brian Kelley was elected to the SDRG Board of Directors on June 1, 2023. Mr. Kelley began his career in insurance in the mid 90’s as a personal lines claims adjuster. In 2000, he joined Bickmore Risk Services as an entry level risk analyst as he made his entrance into the self-insurance JPA world.  Over his 14 years at Bickmore, Brian had the opportunity to serve as Executive Director for several different JPAs, mostly special districts (mosquito and vector control districts, fire districts, and housing authorities), and an employment pool.  

In 2014, Brian joined Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM) previously known as CSAC EIA, as the Underwriting Manager, charged with overseeing multiple coverage programs including: property, general liability, workers compensation, and medical malpractice.  While at PRISM, Brian was promoted to Director of Underwriting and eventually to Chief Operations Officer. In his role as COO, Brian oversaw all operations and specifically the Underwriting, HR and employee benefit programs.

In 2023, Brian was selected to serve as the CEO for Special District Risk Management Authority (SDRMA).  His working approach and vision has always been when new "things" or "actions" are taking place, it is for the betterment of our members, and is intended to put SDRMA’s mark as an organization in the JPA world.

As a native of Sacramento, Brian continues to call Sacramento his home where he enjoys life with his 2 children (son Jack and daughter Caitlyn) with his wife of 27 years. Outside of work, Brian loves to golf, exercise and is a sports fanatic.