Gorman “Griff” Erickson joined Insurance Office of America in May 2025 as vice president for employee benefits serving IOA’s San Diego, California, branch office.

Prior to joining IOA, Griff served as vice president of employee benefits for a full-service independent agency in Southern California. He also possesses experience in the real estate and medical industries and was a professional baseball player for over a decade. His unique background has given him the keen understanding that every client’s circumstances are different, just like every at-bat. He approaches each one with the same focus and determination that has made him successful both on and off the field.

Griff holds the Certified Professional, Life and Health Insurance Program (CPLHI) designation.