Christine Olson
Christine has been with Farwest Insurance since 1988 when she moved from the Methow Valley in North Central Washington. She is a licensed agent for Property and Casualty Insurance and co-manages the Personal Lines Department. Christine and her husband Matt were married in 1996. They enjoy traveling, boating, skiing and camping. Christine enjoys the challenge in the insurance business because it is always changing and there is always something new to learn.

Michele Clemons
Michele has been with Farwest Insurance since 1992. She started in the insurance industry in 1988 and specialized in truckers insurance. For the last five years she has co-managed the personal lines department and has been a licensed agent since 1997. She also handles the agency accounting. She has lived in Spokane all her life and is married with two children.

Merv Witherup
Serving the Spokane business community for thirty years, Merv offers a variety of experience in insurance. His specialties include group medical, life, commercial, home and auto coverage. Being a family man with six children and nine grand children, he understands your insurance needs and looks forward to serving you.

Jeff Wendel
Jeff joined Farwest Insurance in 1995 and is licensed for auto, home, life, health and business insurance. Jeff grew up in Illinois, graduated from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, Illinois in 1977' and moved to Spokane in 1980. Jeff was a computer software programmer for many years prior to entering the insurance industry. He, his wife Robin, and daughter Carolyn live in north Spokane. Jeff enjoys golf, tennis, fishing, and is an active member in Spokane Central Lions. Jeff says that what he likes most about the insurance business is that it gives him the opportunity to meet and serve so many different and interesting people.

John Naccarato
John Naccarato has been in the insurance profession for five years. His emphasis is commercial insurance including property, casualty and workers compensation. Located in Coeur D Alene, Idaho, his sales take him throughout Northern Idaho and Eastern Washington insuring everything from log yards, restaurants, business owners and ranches. John can also provide coverage for your personal lines, including homeowners, autos, and boats. He received both his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Idaho. His family includes his wife, Gretchen, and their two boys, Anthony and Joseph. John enjoys his time with his family and all outdoor activities.

Erin Searls
Erin joined the team at Farwest Insurance in August 1997 as the receptionist. She moved on to assist in the Personal Lines Department for over a year and is now working in the Commercial Lines Department and Truck Department. She has lived in the Spokane area for more than 14 years, and has many hobbies including boating, fishing, camping, and traveling.

Melynda Hodgson
Melynda came to Farwest Insurance in February of 1998. She is currently working in the commercial lines department. Melynda grew up in Medicial Lake, WA. She has many hobbies such as softball, rubber stamping and spending time with friends and family.