Qualitas Insurance Company (QIC) is a company specialized in auto insurance. Formed in 2014, QIC began operations offering the Cross-Border Program for commercial vehicles entering the United States from Mexico, before expanding its business lines to include domestic commercial auto and personal auto.

QIC’s rapid growth is grounded primarily on the success of its business model, which places an emphasis on forming and maintaining relationships based on mutual trust with the company’s insureds, producers, suppliers and employees, seeking to align the interests of all participants. QIC has also benefited from having a unique position in the auto insurance industry, as it is one of the few companies specialized solely in auto insurance lines. This specialization has been key in developing the expertise which has propelled QIC to the forefront of the auto insurance market.

QIC’s parent company, Quálitas Compañía de Seguros, S.A. de C.V., is a Mexico-based insurance company founded in 1993 specializing in auto insurance. Quálitas is the Latin word for Quality, which is not only the company’s commercial name but the driving force within the organization, through which the company has risen to become the leading auto insurance carrier in Mexico.

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About Kelly Yates, VP of Claims

Kelly Yates brings over 24 years of experience in the insurance industry, all within Claims, and offers a thoughtful, hands-on approach to claims leadership. His background spans a wide range of personal and commercial lines, including Auto, Property, General Liability, Excess, and Specialty coverages.

Throughout his career, Kelly has handled and overseen claims across multiple jurisdictions throughout the U.S., including the U.S. Virgin Islands. He has led in-house claims teams, partnered closely with Third-Party Administrators, and focused on delivering consistent, high-quality outcomes in complex regulatory environments.

Kelly has been with the Company since 2024 and has served as Vice President of Claims since mid-2025.

He holds the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Associate in Claims (AIC) designations from The Institutes, along with a Bachelor of Arts from Otterbein University.

Prior to joining the Company, Kelly spent 10 years with Topa Insurance Company, most recently as Vice President of Claims. Earlier in his career, he held claims roles with State Farm Insurance and State Auto Insurance, where he built a strong foundation in claims handling and customer-focused solutions.

About Mary Queen, CFO

Mary E. Queen is a seasoned finance executive with more than 25 years of experience in the insurance industry. She joined Qualitas Insurance Company in 2016 and brings deep expertise in financial reporting, capital and surplus management, reinsurance, and corporate governance, with a strong track record supporting complex insurance operations and strategic transitions.

Throughout her career, Mary has held senior leadership roles within insurance carriers, partnering closely with executive teams and boards to strengthen financial discipline, enhance transparency, and promote long-term organizational stability. She is known for her practical, steady approach to financial leadership and her ability to clearly communicate complex financial matters to a wide range of stakeholders.

Prior to joining Qualitas, Mary spent 13 years with Pacific Specialty Insurance Company, where she most recently served as Chief Financial Officer.

Mary holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Santa Clara University. She is based in Qualitas’ US headquarters in San Diego, Ca.

About Roberto Breton, CEO

Roberto Breton is Chief Executive Officer of the company and has been with the organization since January 2023. He brings extensive leadership experience in the insurance industry, with deep expertise in commercial and personal auto insurance across both Mexico and the United States.

Roberto began his career with Qualitas Controladora in 2012, where he built and led multiple captive insurance agencies throughout Mexico. Over a 10-year period, he founded, owned, and operated 10 agencies across several states, developing strong distribution networks and operational platforms supporting auto insurance programs.

In 2020, Roberto helped establish a general agent agency in McAllen, Texas, operating within Qualitas Insurance Company programs. In his role as CEO, he has provided strategic leadership with a focus on cross-border operations, growth, and operational discipline.

He holds a degree in Finance and Administration from Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM), Campus Guadalajara.

About Alfonso Montemayor, COO

Alfonso Montemayor is Chief Operations Officer of the company and a licensed California Property and Casualty insurance professional with more than 11 years of industry experience. He brings extensive cross-border expertise, having held leadership roles in both Mexico and the United States within the Qualitas organization.

Alfonso began his career with Quálitas Compañía de Seguros in 2014, where he led regional operations in Tijuana, overseeing operational performance and agent networks. In 2017, he transitioned to the United States to build and lead Qualitas’ in-house general agency from inception, establishing regulatory compliance, staffing, and sustainable growth strategies.

In 2023, Alfonso was appointed Chief Service Officer, supporting the company’s general agency network and ensuring alignment with corporate strategy. He was named Chief Operations Officer in 2025 and currently oversees internal operations, including underwriting, risk management, compliance, project management, strategic communications, and general agency services.

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At Qualitas we strive to protect our customer’s assets and minimize their risk by providing specialized insurance products designed to meet and exceed our insured’s needs and expectations.

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As our name suggests, Qualitas Insurance Company’s vision is to fulfill and surpass our client’s expectations by offering a service based on our guiding principal of Quality. We believe offering a Qualitas service means incorporating our corporate values into our everyday work and relationships.

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We are committed to provide an excellent service at competitive rates.