Leadership Team
Welcome to Our Leadership Team

Bio:
Jason Van Valkenburg is the President and founder of Legacy Insurance Advisors. Out of his desire to help people navigate the complexities of modern finance, Jason has crafted a distinguished approach to building, maintaining, and protecting wealth and well-being for individuals, all in one place. His tailored solutions align precisely with clients’ needs and aspirations, fostering relationships that feel like family.
Born and raised in Oklahoma, Jason played baseball at Phillips University and Northeastern State before transitioning from educator to Fortune 500 market executive. Almost twenty years ago, he co-founded his first Legacy agency, Legacy Insurance Advisors, alongside Russ Scott. The same loyalty and dedication he brings to the working world are also evident in his love for his family: his wife Becca and their three kids—Emerson, Jax, and Hayden. You can find the Van Valkenburg family together at the baseball field, lacrosse field, or basketball court.

Russell Scott
Chief Administrative Officer
Phone: (918) 203-6031
Email:
info@legacyinsuranceadvisors.com
Bio:
I was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I attended Oklahoma State University where I graduated with a degree in Finance and a minor in Accounting. My wife, Erica, and I married in 2009 and have three wonderful children Rory (11), Sydney (9) and Reince (8). I've also been a licensed insurance professional with Medicare in the center of it all for more than 17 years.
One thing I don't take for granted is getting the privilege to meet with individuals and independent agents every week to discuss insurance needs in today’s ever-changing benefits environment. The companies our agency has hand-picked to represent have become the leaders in the industry and our vision is to develop an elite, highly-trained and ethical independent agent network to educate, inform and empower Medicare beneficiaries throughout the state of Oklahoma. Because of our access to multiple insurance companies, we will customize a plan to fit your wants, needs and budget.

Melissa Hanes
Agent Development Director
Phone: (918) 203-6031
Email: info@legacyinsuranceadvisors.com
Bio:
I was born in Oklahoma and raised in Neosho, MO. My husband (Derek) and I have 6 children and 6 sweet grandchildren who we adore. It wasn’t until 2009 when I moved back to Oklahoma that I started my insurance career and developed a passion for educating seniors on their rights and options regarding Medicare. Over the last decade I’ve been helping this under served population by empowering them to make the best insurance decisions for their individual healthcare needs.
In 2019 I resigned my position as Sales Manager for one of the nation’s largest Medicare insurance carriers to join the amazing team at Legacy Insurance Advisors. I provided support, training and mentorship to hundreds of independent insurance agents around the state of Oklahoma and gave them the tools they needed to make the right impact for Medicare beneficiaries. The experience I gained in my previous role gave me a unique look at how to help navigate the complexities of Medicare for both Medicare beneficiaries and agents alike.
I pride myself on operating with the highest integrity and having a heart to serve our local senior community. I would be honored to help you navigate the complexities of Medicare and be of service for all your insurance needs.

Contact any of our team members today.