About Us
Watchful, Attentive, Alert, Eagle-eyed, Mindful
If you’ve found yourself reading this, you probably know just how complex some employment issues can be.
With our 60 years of combined experience, we work to make complex employment issues easier to handle. The word “Vigilant” truly sums up our mindset. In one word, it explains how we stay two steps ahead of the game. Our team of professionals focus on giving you crucial support, when you need it.
Vigilant is a 501(c)(6) association. Our mission is to help West Coast employers promote safe, fulfilling, legally compliant, and productive work environments, improving the lives of employees and the communities in which they live.
Is Membership for Your Company?
Our goal is simple: helping you run a safe, smooth, and legally sound operation that your team is proud to be part of.
You Have Our Attention
As a Vigilant member you can rest easy knowing our team is looking out for you. Our team is able to fully engage with you, understand your critical employment issues and provide assistance with our flat fee membership. You’ll hear from us soon after you contact us with a matter; we’re responsive and reliable. Contact us as often as you need.
Member companies have access to a team of attorneys and safety professionals, as well as a suite of learning and development offerings. Eligible companies, in Washington, may participate in our workers’ compensation programs. They help employers take a proactive approach to keeping their employees safe and reducing claim-related expenses. Employee health benefit plans offer manufacturing companies in Washington and Oregon and Arizona the power of a large purchasing arrangement and a professionally managed program.
Meet Our Executive Team
Brandon Dion, CFO
Brandon provides strategic financial leadership to strengthen member value and support sustained growth. He brings a disciplined, forward-looking approach to financial management and is passionate about helping others develop and succeed.
Dan Beaty, VP, Workers' Compensation
Dan Beaty oversees all Vigilant’s workers’ compensation programs, including the Retro program for manufacturers in Washington State. Drawing on a diverse professional background, he brings a practical, solutions-oriented approach to complex challenges facing members.
Derek Glos, President
Derek serves as an ambassador of Vigilant’s heritage while leading the organization into its next chapter. He is committed to delivering long-term value to members while fostering a strong, sustainable organization. Guided by Vigilant’s “others before self” core value, he creates a culture that delivers member results while supporting employees and their families.
Diane Buisman, VP Member Services for Vigilant and President, Vigilant Law Group
Diane leads both the member service experience and the delivery of trusted legal counsel, ensuring alignment with Vigilant’s high standards and values. She oversees teams of employment attorneys, safety professionals, and claims managers who help employers navigate complex workplace issues and make informed decisions. Her focus is on building strong relationships and ensuring members feel supported, confident, and well-served.
Kailah Cone, Vice President, Support Services
Kailah leads the functions that support Vigilant’s people and the infrastructure that keeps the organization running effectively. Known for her collaborative approach, she brings people together, solves problems, and ensures teams have what they need to succeed.
Linda O’Neill, Vice President, Strategic Services
Linda leads sales, marketing, communications, learning and development, and account management. She also serves as executive sponsor for Vigilant’s work with the Employee Relations Group of the AF&PA. Known for unifying teams and driving tangible results, she connects strategy to execution and helps organizations perform at their best.
Phil Heu-Weller, Vice President of Insurance Services
Phil provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of our associated health plans and Washington workers’ compensation programs. With a background spanning consulting, finance and business leadership, he works across teams to strengthen service delivery, support innovation, and help create workplaces where people thrive.
Rodger Glos, Chief Advisor
Rodger has been with Vigilant since 1972, serving in a variety of roles, including President from 1988 through 2014. He now advises the Board, President and Executive Team, bringing decades of experience and deep institutional knowledge to the organization.
About Us
We Were Founded on Finding Solutions
It was a great idea back then, and it's an even better idea now. In 1960, a group of companies had the concept of creating a shared resource of labor relations professionals, HR specialists, and safety consultants to advise them all on the already-complex issues of employing people. So Timber Operators Council, later to become Vigilant, was born.
By joining TOC employers could, for a low, predictable monthly fee, have as much employee relations advice and guidance in employment law as they needed—access to help, promptly and professionally. It was like each company having its own in-house counsel.