About CEA

CEA is publicly managed by a governing board of five elected officials that govern and conduct the affairs of CEA’s earthquake insurance business and provide independent oversight of CEA’s operations. Additionally, an 11-member advisory panel made up of property insurers, insurance agents, and public members provides guidance and support to CEA, ensuring our earthquake insurance policyholders are receiving the best product on the market. These boards, along with CEA’s Executive Management Team—whose leaders have a rich history in diverse public industries—make up a strong foundation of leadership at CEA.

At CEA, our employees are our greatest strength. We are made up of innovative, collaborative, and dedicated staff who have a shared purpose to provide Californians with earthquake insurance policies, through our network of participating insurance companies, and educate residents statewide about earthquake mitigation.

We are a diverse workforce and continue to champion inclusion and belonging in the workplace and in the communities we serve. Our histories, cultures, and backgrounds are integral parts of our CEA identity. Our staff-driven Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Advisory Council (DIBAC) helps to guide CEA’s priorities and long-term commitment to ensure equity, equality, and racial justice are firmly embedded in our culture, activities, and programs.

CEA—a not-for-profit, privately financed, tax-exempt organization—is the largest provider of residential earthquake insurance in California.

With an annual premium revenue of approximately $900 million, about $19 billion in claim-paying capacity, and a financial strength rating of B++ (Good) from A.M. Best Co., CEA is financially on solid ground.

CEA’s research efforts are focused on learning how to reduce damage caused by earthquakes. Learn about our past research projects, our annual research forum, and research opportunities.