At Peters and Milam, we're about people. The people we work for, and the people we work alongside.
Our priorities are to provide excellent customer service and to match our clients with the best possible health insurance policies for their needs.
We work together as a team to make sure that our clients feel satisfied and well-informed at all times. When we’re not in the office, we’re reading our latest book club pick or spending time together out in our beautiful city of Santa Barbara, California. Sailing is a favorite activity! Scroll through the profiles below to learn more about our team - and feel free to call our office to request a quote or with any questions you many have!
David Peters • Owner
Dave Peters specializes in group employee benefits, life and disability insurance and has a passion for educating consumers. He is Past-President of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) - Santa Barbara and is currently the Treasurer for the Santa Barbara Association of Health Underwriters (SBAHU). Dave holds a Master’s degree in Business Economics from UCSB. Dave is a native of Santa Barbara where he resides with his wife and two children. Outside of work Dave enjoys golf, biking, hiking with his dog, sailing and riding his adventure motorcycle.
P: (805) 687 - 3225 •E: dave@petersmilam.com • CA License: #0757179
Steven milam • Owner
Prior to Peters & Milam Insurance Services in 2004, Steve spent several years as an HR Generalist, Payroll Coordinator, and Life Insurance Specialist. He is a graduate from both Santa Barbara City College and UCSB where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics. Steve is an active member of the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Downtown where he volunteers his time for various service oriented projects throughout the year. Steve has been married since 1989 to his best friend and wife Judy. When not in the office you can probably find him outdoors playing golf, ocean kayaking fishing, or riding all over the Western United States on his adventure motorcycle.
P: (805) 687 - 3225 •E: steve@petersmilam.com • CA License: #0D16651
ANGIE KILE • Group & Senior
Angela was born in Ohio and graduated from Golden State Business College. In 1989 she moved to beautiful Santa Barbara and began working with Michael Siefe and Associates. After Michael’s unfortunate death in 2005, Angela and David Peters formed a partnership fulfilling Michael’s request. Angela now works as the Medicare Advisor working side-by-side with Dave and Steve. Angela moved to Ventura in 2015. Angela has two handsome sons, Michael and Casey, and recently was blessed with her first grandbaby and also has two furry babies Mowgli (Puggle) and Winston (Boston Terrier). When she is not in the office she enjoys working out, being in nature, hiking, biking, beaching, yoga, and social events with family and friends.
P: (805) 456-8514 •E: angie@petersmilam.com • CA License: #0D89383
Leticia barbin • Group account manager
After graduating from Santa Barbara Business College, Leticia worked for a local law firm managing all legal secretarial staff for 14 years. Leticia has been a licensed agent since 2006 and is now an Account Manager with group business. She enjoys working closely with clients handling renewals, service needs, and general insurance education. Leticia enjoys working out at Innate Fitness and has even influenced two of her co-workers to join. When Leticia is not working or exercising, she enjoys glamping with her husband of 35 years and spending quality time with her three children and large extended family.
P: (805) 456-8515 •E: leticia@petersmilam.com • CA License: #0D56009
Sarah joy • group account manager
Born and raised in Goleta, Sarah graduated from Dos Pueblos High School and attended Santa Barbara City College. She has been working with Peters and Milam for 16 years and became a Licensed Agent in June of 2014. Sarah assists small group businesses and their employees in navigating the ever-changing insurance world. She enjoys establishing relationships with her clients and keeping them up to date with general insurance knowledge. In 2018, Sarah married her husband Jovien and the two had their first daughter at the end of December 2021. When Sarah is not in the office, she enjoys soaking up the Santa Barbara sun and spending time with her husband, daughter, and their dog.
P: (805) 456-8517 •E: sarah@petersmilam.com • CA License: #0I98129
Zaira Regalado • online enrollment & group account manager • Habla español
After graduating from Westmont College with a B.S in Biology, Zaira stayed in Santa Barbara. She was introduced to the insurance industry in 2013 when she earned her Property and Casualty License and in 2016 she earned her Life Agent license with Peters and Milam Insurance Services. Zaira assists with online enrollments, customer service for employer groups, and with any Spanish speakers. She enjoys learning and teaching her clients about the insurance world. When Zaira is not servicing her clients, she spends her time with her family in Simi Valley, CA. She enjoys working out at Crosstown CrossFit or finding new adventures with her daughter, such as taking trips to the mountains.
P: (805) 456 - 8520 •E: zaira@petersmilam.com • CA License: #0I18427
Tarah thompson • individuals & senior
A local to Santa Barbara, Tarah Thompson joined Peters & Milam in 2015 as our office's Individual, Senior, and Family Insurance Advisor. Tarah obtained her Insurance License in 2013 and has remained very active in the Individual and Medicare Marketplace for over 10 years. She is a certified agent with Medicare AHIP and Covered California. Tarah works to stay current with changing legislation while striving to simplify the Affordable Care Act and Medicare Marketplace, leaving clients educated and at ease. When not in the office, she can be found spending time with her two children at the beach.
P: (805) 456-8519 •E: tarah@petersmilam.com • CA License: #0I65491