About VADA GSIA
Workers’ compensation coverage created by dealers, for dealers.
The VADA Group Self Insurance Association provides workers’ compensation coverage for Virginia’s franchised new car and truck dealers, as well as eligible affiliated businesses owned by those dealers.
Founded in 1981 by dealers, VADA GSIA continues to be directed and overseen by dealers. That industry focus allows us to understand the risks dealership businesses face and provide responsive service, practical safety support and long-term value to our members.
The VADA GSIA difference
More than workers’ compensation coverage
VADA GSIA helps members protect employees, strengthen workplace safety and manage workers’ compensation costs with services developed for the dealership environment.
Dealer-Focused Expertise
Our program is designed specifically for franchised new car and truck dealers and the additional businesses they own.
Safety and Risk Support
Members receive resources designed to improve workplace safety, including an annual risk audit and access to training materials.
Value Returned to Members
While maintaining financial stability, unused premiums may be returned to participating dealer members through dividends.
Membership eligibility
Coverage for franchised dealers and affiliated businesses
Membership is available to franchised new car and truck dealers. Coverage may also extend to additional businesses owned by a participating dealer.
To protect the strength and stability of the association, VADA GSIA maintains membership guidelines related to financial stability and experience modification factors.
Dealer governance
VADA GSIA Members’ Supervisory Board
VADA GSIA remains directed and overseen by leaders from Virginia’s franchised dealership community.
Ralph Mastantuono
Mercedes-Benz of Alexandria
Chairman
Chris A. Strosnider
Strosnider Chevrolet
Vice Chairman
Chris Brown
Haley Automotive
Secretary
Burt Brenner
Lindsay Automotive
Treasurer
Donald L. Hall
Administrator, VADA GSIA
President and CEO, VADA
Michael Allen
Executive Manager, VADA GSIA
Executive Vice President, VADA
Cole Balderson
Ourisman Automotive of Virginia
Penny Burch
Magic City Ford
Adam Johnson
Johnson Family Chevrolet
Fred Kirschbaum
Checkered Flag Motor Car Co.
Benji Nowak
Ted Britt Ford
Michelle Radley
Radley Automotive
Rich Tritel
Carter Myers Automotive
Contact VADA GSIA
Talk with our team
Contact us with questions about membership, coverage, claims or workers’ compensation resources.
Your VADA GSIA contact
Michael Allen
General Manager
Phone: 804-545-3012
Email: mallen@vada.com
General inquiries: vadagsia@vada.com