Local Insurance Broker Edgar Chairez Named Eagle Chamber's 2024 Member of the Year

Chairez's personalized approach and focus on serving the Hispanic community have earned him recognition in Eagle County.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Edgar Chairez, an insurance broker serving Eagle County, Colorado, has been named the Eagle Chamber of Commerce's 2024 Member of the Year. Chairez's personalized service and client education approach have been particularly valuable in the diverse community, where he has focused on serving the growing Hispanic population. Originally from Mexico, Chairez previously worked in the legal field before transitioning to insurance, leveraging his strong client relationships and bilingual abilities to provide a comfortable and trustworthy environment for his clients.

Why it matters

Chairez's success highlights the importance of personalized insurance services, especially for underserved communities. His approach of analyzing policies, understanding clients' unique circumstances, and ensuring they have the right coverage at the right price has earned him a loyal following in Eagle County. This recognition from the local chamber of commerce underscores Chairez's dedication to the community and his ability to bridge the gap between insurance providers and Hispanic clients.

The details

Chairez began his professional journey as a lawyer, working at the Mexican Consulate in Dallas, Texas, before transitioning to the insurance industry. After a chance encounter with a client, Patty Hood, who recognized his exceptional customer service skills, Chairez pivoted to become an insurance broker. He quickly immersed himself in the industry, balancing his restaurant management duties with rigorous study to obtain the necessary licensing. Chairez's bilingual abilities and cultural understanding have been instrumental in serving the growing Hispanic population in Eagle County, providing a comfortable and trustworthy environment for clients who may feel intimidated by the insurance process.

  • Chairez began working at the Mexican Consulate in Dallas, Texas, from 2008 to 2016.
  • Chairez was offered a position as an insurance broker by Patty Hood during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
  • Chairez was named 'Member of the Year' by the Eagle Chamber of Commerce in 2024.

The players

Edgar Chairez

An insurance broker serving Eagle County, Colorado, who was originally from Durango, Mexico. Chairez previously worked in the legal field before transitioning to insurance, leveraging his strong client relationships and bilingual abilities to provide personalized service to the growing Hispanic population in the area.

Patty Hood

A client of Chairez's who recognized his exceptional customer service skills and offered him a position as an insurance broker during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

Eagle Chamber of Commerce

The local chamber of commerce in Eagle County, Colorado, which named Chairez as its 2024 Member of the Year in recognition of his dedication to the community and his ability to serve the diverse population in the area.

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What they’re saying

“She marked me because I was a client of hers. During the lockdown, she was the only one who called to ask if I needed anything.”

— Edgar Chairez (newsy-today.com)

“Edgar gave a place to those clients, where they could feel safe, sit down and learn from someone face to face.”

— Patty Hood (newsy-today.com)

The takeaway

Chairez's recognition as the Eagle Chamber's 2024 Member of the Year showcases the value of personalized insurance services, especially for underserved communities. His bilingual abilities, cultural understanding, and focus on client education have made him a trusted resource in Eagle County, highlighting the importance of bridging the gap between insurance providers and diverse populations.