About us
Mission:
The mission of MLA Health Insurance is to educate, protect, and be available for those needing help understanding their health insurance options before, during, and after the transaction.
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Vision:
We are there when you need us most.
MLA Health Insurance will lead the way in developing innovative, scalable Private PPO healthcare solutions for independent contractors, small businesses, and families.
Core Values
Integrity
We are committed to our clients by ensuring they fully understand the intricacies of all coverage options available. Our honest feedback and prompt response allow us to protect those we serve properly.
Innovation
We take pride in researching all available options that often lead to custom or even hybrid healthcare solutions. Our exposure to the healthcare marketplace and first-hand experience consulting others allows us to offer valuable facts and transparency.
Empathy
We find it easy to relate to the people and organizations we serve and work with across the country. Our listening ears and experience allow us to understand and respond appropriately, ensuring the best course of action for each individual, family, or small business, no matter their unique situation.
Commitment to Excellence
Our commitment is to provide excellent customer service support for our customers, starting with the initial discovery call through the policy end date.
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to our clients and referral partners; our participation in continuing education practices this, thus allowing our team to stay current on new laws, regulations, and health plans available.
Team MLA
Michael L. Andrade
Founder I Licensed Broker
Gabriela Andrade
Founder I Office Manager
Since graduating from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Michaels' career has focused on providing advice to veterans, corporate executives, and small business owners. In his most recent position, Michael helped laid-off workers comprehend the FREE services and benefits offered by state and federal programs. He has 20 years of consultancy expertise and takes PRIDE in giving back to the community and assisting others.
In addition to being an office manager, Gabriela has a strong accounting background. She has a significant amount of experience in both public and non-profit accounting. She graduated with a BA from Northeastern Illinois University before attending Keller Graduate School of Management to earn her MBA. Her passions include not just helping others but also solving problems and analyzing data.