About Tanka West Insurance
Our Mission
We help individuals, families, and business owners protect what matters most—without confusion, pressure, or shortcuts.
At Tanka West, integrity comes first. That means clear guidance, personalized coverage, and agents who show up when it counts. We believe trust is earned, promises matter, and protection should be built to last.
Meet The Team
Erica Dossett
With over 25 years of elite experience and a background as a former agency owner, Erica is our Indiana powerhouse who knows every "why" and "how" of Life, Home, and Auto insurance. She skips the jargon to deliver high-level strategy with a side of genuine charm, ensuring your family’s protection is as rock-solid as her reputation. When she’s off the clock, Erica is a dedicated family woman and community Notary who treats every client like one of her own.
Trever Gerdes
Based in Idaho, Trever leverages 22 years of experience in law enforcement and business ownership to bring a "no-nonsense" strategic precision to your risk management. He’s a high-stakes problem solver who prioritizes integrity and resilience, ensuring your coverage is backed by two decades of professional grit. A dedicated family man at heart, Trever is the resilient advocate you want ensuring your world stays secure.
Eli Gersten
With nearly 14 years in the insurance world, Eli knows how to make coverage simple and easy to understand. He specializes in Property and Casualty insurance, turning complex policies into real-life solutions you can feel good about. Friendly and easy to work with, Eli is big on building strong relationships and keeping things smooth and stress-free. Fully licensed in Personal Lines and thriving in a remote setup, he’s here to help you feel confident and covered every step of the way.
Melissa Mackey
Melissa brings years of insurance experience with a calm, helpful approach that makes things feel easier from the start. She is the kind of person who helps you sort through the details without the stress, making sure policies actually make sense and questions don’t go unanswered. With a steady hand and a friendly way of working, Melissa helps take the “complicated” out of insurance so you can feel confident everything is handled properly behind the scenes.
Riley Wright
Riley makes insurance feel a lot less overwhelming right from the start. She takes the time to talk things through with you in a simple, easy-to-understand way, so you’re never stuck guessing or dealing with confusing details on your own.
With a solid background in customer service and business development, she’s all about keeping things smooth and straightforward. She’s easy to work with, quick to respond, and makes sure your questions get answered so you feel taken care of the whole way through.
Robert Lim
Robert helps keep everything moving behind the scenes, making sure details are handled and follow-ups don’t slip through the cracks. With a focus on organization and responsiveness, they help create a smooth experience from start to finish.
Gabriel Mañgona
Gabe brings a steady, detail-focused approach to supporting client needs and day-to-day operations. Known for keeping things efficient and on track, they play a key role in making sure everything runs seamlessly.