Brian Kapiloff is the Southern Regional President at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner, and leads the organization with what colleagues would describe as a combination of fearlessness and an uncommon amount of trust in his Executive team.  
 
Brian began his career with the firm in 1992 as a Personal Lines Risk Advisor, becoming the fourth generation in his family to work in the industry. Three years later, he began working with Commercial Risk Insurance clients and honed his expertise in Real Estate, Manufacturing, Wholesale/Retail Trade, Financial and Professional Services, and Not-for-Profit Organizations. He is regarded as an expert on the creative design, placement and servicing of large, complex, and catastrophe-exposed property risks, and is often invited to participate on thought leadership panels and industry advisory councils.  

Brian became a Shareholder in 2001 and was named President in 2009. In 2018, he became CEO and the company has doubled in size under his leadership. In 2020, Brian was named as one of Houston’s Most Admired CEOs by the Houston Business Journal. 

He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Texas at Austin, and received the designation of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) from The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research. 

With a passion for supporting local non-profit organizations, Brian has served as Vice President of the Board of Trustees at Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services, as well as Congregation Emanu El of Houston. Because of this, it’s no surprise that the core value within Insgroup’s Ethos that resonates the most with him is, “We help each other and our communities in times of need.” 

Chris Charron has been a Benefits Advisor for over 33 years. Driven by bringing innovative approaches to healthcare, employee benefits, and workforce management, his solutions go beyond traditional lines of thinking which result in delivering better business and financial outcomes. 

Prior to joining Insgroup in 2020, Chris was the owner of Benefit Design Consultants. For over 33 years Chris has brought value to his clients through innovative ideas and planning, efficient service, and quality product brokerage on an honest non-sales oriented, consultative approach. His business principals support the fostering of long-term relationships with his clients.  As a result of his approach Chris had a client recognized by The Principal as a leading employer providing Employee Financial Security.

Chris has a passion for volunteerism in the community that helps make a difference. Chris is the founder and President of Friends for Charity Foundation whose mission is to bring people together to raise awareness, encourage volunteer service and support organizations that make a difference. In the past 4 years Friends for Charity Foundation has brought awareness and financial support to many local charities in the Houston area. Additionally, Chris is Board Secretary for H.O.P.E. Haven, an organization that helps the homeless move from crisis to lifelong self-sufficiency. 

Chris and his wife Amie enjoy the outdoor life that includes traveling, golf, and sports fishing. Their homelife includes relaxing out back with their Lab/Heeler mix Reggie.

Philip Wise is a Managing Partner at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner, and oversees Property & Casualty for our Southern Region, leading the teams of Commercial Insurance Services, Placement, Claims and Risk Management, and Personal Risk Insurance.  The combined work of these teams provides the growth strategy, execution, and service delivery for all P&C clients for Insgroup. 

Philip joined Insgroup in 2006 as a Commercial Risk Advisor. Over time, he found a passion for working with Real Estate, Distribution, Retail and Manufacturing companies and still personally advises clients in those industries. He became a Shareholder in 2013 and was inducted into the Houston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2015. Philip has held various positions over the past 14 years with Insgroup and in 2019, he was named to his current position. 

Prior to joining Insgroup, Philip was the co-founder of a frozen food distribution company. The years he spent as an entrepreneur provide him with invaluable experience in helping other business owners navigate success while managing risk. Insgroup’s core value, “Relentless Advocacy” is an integral part of how Philip approaches his role and why he believes gaining client confidence is truly an honor.

Philip earned the designations of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Certified Risk Manager (CRM) from The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research. He graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance.

With a heart for service, Philip currently serves on the board of trustees for Congregation Beth Israel, the Kinkaid School Advancement Board, and Texas Inter-Faith Housing Corporation. When he’s not working, he enjoys watching sports, hanging out with his wife, Allison, and their two children, or playing a competitive round of golf. 

Tommy Harris is a Managing Partner at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner, and oversees Insgroup’s Employee Benefits practice with responsibility for all aspects of development and delivery of benefits services. Under Tommy’s leadership, this pillar of Insgroup’s service offerings has become one of Houston’s largest independent consulting practices for organizations seeking employee benefits.  
 
A native of Arlington, TX, Tommy’s entire professional career has been within the insurance industry while working for three Texas-based firms. He joined Insgroup in 2018 through the firm’s partnership with the Fred Brown Insurance Brokerage and immediately became President of Insgroup’s practice. As a Managing Partner with Fred Brown for 22 years, he was successful in delivering customized employee benefits programs for corporate and non-profit organizations of all sizes.  
 
He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Texas Christian University, and a Master of Science degree in Human Resource Management from Boston University. Tommy received the designations of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) from The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research, and Certified Employee Benefit Specialist.

Ken Collier is a Managing Director at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner, and oversees the Private Insurance practice for the southern region of the firm. He is responsible for all aspects of the growth strategy and service delivery for personal risk management.  
 
Ken has been with Insgroup for 30 of its 42 years in business. He would call himself one of the firm’s historians, but he’s served in various other positions before being named to his current role as Senior Vice President. Upon joining Insgroup, he helped to establish the firm’s Marine Insurance Practice with the acquisition of Elton Porter Marine. Under his leadership, it became one of the largest brokers for pleasure marine insurance in the United States. He’s still an avid boater and if given the opportunity to get his boat out in the Gulf, Ken can be found enjoying the hobby he loves most. 
 
He is recognized within the industry and by clients as an expert on the design, placement and servicing of individuals and families who select Insgroup to mitigate risk and protect their assets. He advises and oversees many long-standing clients of the firm.  
 
The core value that resonates most with Ken includes the Non-Negotiables – especially, “Act fast, think smart, and work hard!” This one, in particular, is special because it was often said by Insgroup’s founder, David Kapiloff, who hired him back in 1991.  
 
Prior to joining Insgroup, Ken was the founder of an insurance agency in the Houston area from 1983 to 1989. He also attended Texas A&M University, taking a number of courses before becoming an entrepreneur.

Stacy Figg is Insgroup’s Director of Human Resources and is responsible for creating innovative ways to engage all colleagues in the company’s culture initiatives, while also establishing systems and training that will develop and empower employees to support business growth.  
 
Stacy joined Insgroup in 2019 to lead the development of Insgroup’s talent management initiatives and articulate the firm’s strategy to company leaders for attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining the best talent in the industry. She finds importance in each of the company’s core values, but the tenet “People are not numbers, no matter how large we become” is the most meaningful to her. When asked to elaborate, she said, “We all have special gifts and talents that should be recognized and celebrated because it creates a sense of value and belonging.  We all need to feel that our voices are being heard and that our contributions are making a difference.” 
 
With more than 15 years of human resources experience, Stacy previously held leadership positions with Wisenbaker Builder Services and Trendsetter Engineering, Inc. She was instrumental in the integration of HR initiatives into the strategic goals of those organizations – and at Insgroup.  
 
She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources Management and Services from the University of Phoenix. She is also an active member of HR Houston and the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM).  
 
Stacy has spent the last six years in leadership positions with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and is currently a Vice Chairman working year-round with more than 300 volunteers to successfully execute her committee’s activities during the three-week event.  
 

Stacy, her husband, and their two sons enjoy country life in Hempstead, TX, with their dogs, horses, and a miniature donkey named Chip.

Peter Schidlowski is the Partnership Manager for Insgroup. In this role, Peter develops the strategy for identifying and developing partnership opportunities, while also defining new revenue-generating opportunities to drive growth for the organization.  
 
Peter joined Insgroup in 2020 with more 25 years of diverse experience that includes leadership positions in financial services, manufacturing, consumer goods, and healthcare industries. Prior to Insgroup, he spent nearly 20 years with Fiserv-Personix in progressive roles that led up to Senior Vice President of Revenue Generation and Client Management. In this role, he directed the overall business strategy to grow to the organization from $800M to $1B+ in three years.  
 
Insgroup’s core value of Growth Mindset is fitting for Peter – since one aspect of it is “Success requires the courage to change.” Already in his time with Insgroup, he’s providing advanced methods for integrating recent partnerships and strategically planning new pathways for future partners. 
 
He graduated from Rice University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Economics and a Master’s degree in Business and Managerial Economics. He’s fluent in German and Spanish, and Six Sigma certified. 
 
On the weekends, especially in the summer months, Peter can be found at Lake Travis with his wife and their three high school and college-age daughters. 

Adeel Rashid is the Accounting Director for Insgroup with responsibility for the strategic development of all finance-related functions, including accounting, treasury, and corporate financing. He also leads the Information Technology, Legal, Facilities, and Compliance activities for the firm.  
 
He joined Insgroup in 2017 as Corporate Controller and was named Executive Vice President of Finance in 2019. Throughout his extensive career, Adeel has established a reputation for building and leading teams that support business strategy in high-growth environments. Prior to Insgroup, he spent nearly a decade in the audit and assurance practice at Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLP, where he served as Audit Manager and Recruitment Director.  
 
The entrepreneurial culture of Insgroup drew him to the firm initially, but the core value that speaks to our Non-Negotiables is even more personal three years later. Adeel said, “I guess I’m a Non-Negotiables type of guy…which means the three tenets that support that particular value are really important to me.”  
 
Adeel earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Houston – Clear Lake and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Texas. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (Houston chapter). 
 
On weekends, Adeel and his wife enjoy spending time together cooking, watching sports, fishing and floating. The Houston natives are also huge fans of the city’s professional sports teams. 

Jill King is the Director of Client Experience at Insgroup. She leads the firm’s Claims Advocates and Risk Consultants, a team built around the delivery of Insgroup’s most critical differentiator – relentless client advocacy.  

Jill joined the firm in 2018 with more than 35 years of experience in claims and loss control. She provides a powerful combination of tactical and technical services to help clients drive down their loss costs and improve outcomes. In her first year at Insgroup, Jill’s team delivered the Risk Management Center, a customized online portal available to Insgroup’s Commercial clients.  

Prior to Insgroup, she spent 13 years with Willis Towers Watson as an Area Practice Leader-Claims and was responsible for a multi-state region that included the catastrophe-challenged Gulf Coast. She was also an Account Director for the Caronia Corporation and a Claims Manager for the Texas Association of School Boards.  

The diversity of her experience provides her with a unique viewpoint in working all types of claims and the ability to communicate with carrier leadership to drive prompt resolution. She prioritizes her team’s focus on creating value for Insgroup’s clients and pursuing solutions through commitment and determined execution, so it’s no wonder that the Insgroup core value that resonates the most with Jill is Relentless Advocacy. 

Jill earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Advertising/Marketing from Texas Tech University, and she received the designation of Associate in Claims (AIC). The Dallas native is a fine arts photographer in her free time and an avid listener of Country, Americana & Roots music (especially if there’s a live concert involved). 

Deborah Bishop a Director of Client Experience at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partners. Deborah leads the service teams responsible for Insgroup’s commercial clients. She manages the operational activities for the department through the implementation of additional efficiencies, while also ensuring superior service delivery through the attraction of exceptional talent. 
 
Deborah joined Insgroup in 2019 with more than 20 years of commercial insurance experience. Most recently, she served as the Commercial Lines Leader for USI. Prior to USI, she held positions with Hub International, Brady, Chapman, Holland and Associates, and Arthur J Gallagher Risk Management Services for nearly six years.  
 
Her experience at all levels over the trajectory of her career provides her with a unique perspective for attracting, developing, and retaining the industry’s best service team. Her favorite of Insgroup’s core values is Relentless Advocacy. She says it’s because, “in my role, I am looking to push the team to be their very best by thinking outside of the box. I am also looking to hire new people with those same ideals. As we continue to grow, we are stepping outside of our comfort zone and striving for more efficiencies through technologies and improved workflows which will allow us to be more proactive with our clients.” 
 
Deborah is a graduate of Baylor University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing and People Management. She also holds a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation from The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research and is a graduate of the Independent Insurance Agents of Texas Leadership Academy through the University of Dallas. 
 
Deborah’s evenings and weekends are often spent watching her son and daughter play their sports, and she loves every minute of it. 

Holly Bozant a Director of Client Experience for Insgroup, A Baldwin RIsk Partners. She leads a team of service-driven professionals who have created organic growth for the firm through their dedication to best-in-class service. 
 
Holly entered the insurance industry in 1981 and joined Insgroup in 2017. In between those years, she’s held various leadership positions with some of the largest insurance brokers in the world. Most recently, Holly served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Southwest Region for the Marsh & McLennan Agency where she oversaw the development of organic growth and retention initiatives over a span of nearly four years.  

Prior to Marsh, Holly was the Regional Marketing Director for Gallagher Benefit Services, and Vice President of Marketing and Strategic operations for USI Services’ Southwest Region. Her experience with firms and clients of all sizes has been a valuable asset for managing the operational side of Employee Benefits at Insgroup.  
 
Perhaps because she’s worked for a number of very large corporations, she rallies behind Insgroup’s core value of Business is Personal. She is a firm believer that people are NOT numbers and every individual possesses knowledge and talents that we can all learn and grow from.  
 
As an entrepreneur herself once and co-founder of a fitness center in Houston, Holly understands the unique needs of small business owners seeking guidance on benefits for their employees. While she doesn’t still own the fitness center, she remains very active in Martial Arts and is a 4^th Degree Black Belt.

Kyle Lanigan is a Director of Client Experience at Insgroup. Kyle leads the commercial lines placement team and is responsible for cultivating carrier partner relationships. His team provides industry-leading solutions for a diverse grouping of middle and upper-middle market clients, including loss-sensitive and captive arrangements.  

Kyle joined Insgroup in 2019 with more than ten years of experience in insurance brokerage. He held previous leadership positions with Lockton Companies, Marsh and QBE North America, with the most notable as Senior Vice President with Marsh managing a national placement team for nearly four years. 

His favorite Insgroup core value is one of the company’s Non-Negotiables – “Act fast, think smart, and work hard!” He said, “I see my team doing this every day and I couldn’t be prouder of them.” 

Even though he grew up in Winter Park, Florida, he has lived in a number of states including New York and Alabama, where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Auburn University. 

When he’s not at Insgroup’s Houston office, he’s passionate about spending time with his wife, Laura and their young son, Willie. He also enjoys fly fishing, quail hunting and playing tennis (although there’s a lot less time for those things with a toddler in the house). 

Wesley Bryan is a Managing Partner specializing in Energy and Marine for Baldwin Risk Partners. In this role, he is responsible for building out the energy and marine practice throughout the southwest region of the U.S.

Wesley previously served as the Managing Director at Wortham Insurance & Risk Management and was named one of the youngest partners along with Ryan Smith. Before this, he spent two years as a third-party administrator handling claims for TODCO, Transocean, and Caldive.

In 2017 and 2019, Wesley received the Power Broker and Rising Star Award specific to Energy and Marine from Risk and Insurance Magazine.

Wesley grew up in Meridian, Mississippi, and received his bachelor’s degree in Insurance and Risk Management from Ole Miss. He currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Houston Mariners Club as well as on the Seminar Committee for Houston Marine and Energy Insurance Conference (HMEIC).

In his free time, Wesley enjoys hunting, playing golf, and spending time with his fiancé, Laura, and dog Harper.

Steve Hoech is a Partner at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. He Specializes in Employee Benefits and Property & Casualty Insurance for middle-market companies as well as Public Entities across the State of Texas.  In this role, Steve is responsible for the organic growth of the San Antonio office and for building out the Public Entity Division for the Southwest Region of the U.S.

With 15 years of experience in the industry, Steve has fostered strong relationships and provided customizable risk solutions for Public Entities and middle-market companies. Steve was previously in Human Resources for 12 years before joining the firm.

Steve is a father to three boys, and a loving husband to his wife, Courtney. Steve is an avid hunter and enjoys spending time with his friends and family.

Allison Walker is an Advisor for Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. She specializes in Property and Casualty Insurance for mid to large-market clients across various industries, with expertise in the manufacturing and nonprofit spaces. Allison is passionate about helping others by curating custom insurance program solutions specific to clients’ needs. She understands that industry standards are only a starting point and that clients have nuances in their businesses that need attention from an insurance expert.

Before joining Insgroup, Allison worked at other brokerages but ultimately felt her clients could be better served with the resources and talent Insgroup had to offer. She holds her Certified Insurance Counselor, Certified Workers Compensation Advisor, and Risk Manager License with the State of Texas.

Allison is a native of Waco, Texas, and earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Baylor University. She loves spending time with her husband and two daughters involved in anything the girls are doing – whether it’s sports, 4H, hunting, or fishing. When she’s not momming or working, she enjoys running and yoga. She and her husband serve in ministry and love loving on people.

Connor Knight is an Advisor for Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. In his role, Connor works with clients of all sizes to create and implement highly tailored Employee Benefit plans to maximize employee health and wellness.

Connor is a native of San Antonio and attended The University of Oklahoma where he was a 4-year letterwinner on the Oklahoma football team. After graduation, he spent 5 years in commercial lending at Frost Bank as both a Credit Analyst and a Relationship Banking Officer. His banking experience is what initiated Connor’s desire to build relationships and provide clients with best-in-class service. He began his career in the insurance industry as an advisor with Marsh McLennan Agency before joining Insgroup.

Connor is married to his high school sweetheart, Courtney. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and two chocolate labs, golfing, and watching the Sooners win on Saturdays in the fall. 

Tanner Schorp is an Advisor for Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner. In his role, he specializes in commercial risk solutions for both Employee Benefits and Property & Casualty. Tanner is a third-generation insurance advisor. His Grandfather and Mother have been servicing San Antonio and surrounding areas for over 50 years. He is excited to build upon the foundation of exceptional client advocacy that his family is known for in South Texas.

Tanner is a native of San Antonio and attended Texas A&M University as a student-athlete. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Mays business school while playing football for the Aggies. Before joining Insgroup, Tanner held positions as an Employee Benefits representative with Sun Life Financial and was an Advisor at Marsh McLennan Agency. His background in Insurance and college football helps him provide a team-like approach with his clients.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family, hunting, fishing, and watching the Aggies on Saturdays.

Mark Keator is an Advisor for Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. In his role, Mark creates and manages customized insurance programs for his clients in both the Property & Casualty and Benefits spaces. Mark is hyper-focused on client satisfaction and has a passion for ensuring clients are mitigating risks properly.

Prior to his current role, Mark had a successful career in the banking industry. Before joining Insgroup, Mark was a community banker for almost 15 years. In that time, he specialized in commercial lending and business development in west Texas and the Texas Hill Country. He has helped business owners realize their financial goals for more than a decade and enjoys serving as a trusted advisor.

Mark is a native of San Antonio and earned both his Bachelor of Business Administration and MBA from Texas Tech University. In his free time, Mark enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing golf, hunting, fishing, and traveling. Mark holds a Life & Health as well as a Property and Casualty license.

Luke Healy is an Advisor for Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. He specializes in Property and Casualty Insurance for mid to large-market clients across various industries. In his role, Luke creates customized insurance programs specific to his client’s industry and operations.

Luke is a native of Del Rio, TX and attended the University of Texas- San Antonio on a golf scholarship, and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance. After graduation, he worked for Edward Jones Investments and did estimating and sales for a few small construction companies. In 2009, Luke joined Frost Bank in the commercial Lending Department, first as a Credit Analyst and then as a Relationship Manager in commercial lending. He worked with lending in multiple industries, including manufacturing, distribution, contractors, service companies, and energy industry-related businesses.

Luke enjoys spending time with family, playing golf, fishing, hunting, and staying active in various Faith related organizations. He has served as a board member for Golf San Antonio, the San Antonio Public Library Foundation, and been a member of the Nursing Advisory Council. 

Travis Tucker is a Partner at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. He specializes in Employee Benefits and Property & Casualty Insurance for middle-market companies and Public Entities across the State of Texas.  In this Role, Travis is responsible for the organic growth of the San Antonio office and for building out the Public Entity Division for the Southwest Region of the U.S.

With a decade of experience in the industry, Travis has fostered strong relationships and provided customizable risk solutions for Public Entities and middle-market companies. Prior to joining Insgroup in 2022, Travis was President of Brown & Brown of Texas and focused on developing and managing the Public Entity solutions for the State of Texas.

Travis earned his degree from the University of Texas at Austin and is a father to a beautiful daughter, Tinley, and a loving husband to his wife, Meredith. Travis is an avid golfer, enjoys sports and the outdoors, and spending time with his family and friends.

Jenni Haff is a Partner at Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner. She specializes in Employee Benefits Insurance for middle-market and large companies across the State of Texas. As the Head of Office in San Antonio, she is responsible for growing all three divisions of Insgroup: Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty, and Private Client Services.

Jenni started her employee benefits sales career in 1995 with Eichlitz, Dennis, Wray, and Westheimer. Over her 26-year career, EDWW became Wortham Insurance, Marsh, and finally Marsh McClennan Agency (MMA.) Prior to joining the Insgroup San Antonio, she was leading the San Antonio Employee Health & Benefits practice at MMA.

Jenni grew up in San Antonio which allowed her to easily foster strong relationships with her clients and her local community. She continues to provide customized group insurance risk solutions, wellness plans, compliance audits, and complex claims analyses.

Jenni earned her degree from Texas A&M University, Class of ’94. She and her husband, Will, have five wonderful children, a son-in-law, and two grandsons. Jenni enjoys daily exercise, vacationing at the beach, fine red wine, and spending time with her family and friends.

Ryan Hardgrave is a Partner at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner.  He specializes in Employee Benefits and Property & Casualty Insurance for middle-market companies across the state of Texas and surrounding regions.  In this role, Ryan is responsible for sales and the organic growth of the San Antonio office. 

Starting his career in 2004 while still attending the University of Texas at San Antonio, Ryan has 18 years of experience in the insurance industry.  He spent his first decade building his own insurance agency which he sold to Wortham Insurance in 2015.  Wortham at the time was the largest, privately owned agency in the State of Texas.  Wortham recently sold to Marsh and McLennan Companies and after staying on for 4 years as a managing director, Ryan is ready to jump back into an agency building mode using his network and carrier relationships to build out an Insgroup office in San Antonio.

Ryan married his college sweetheart, Tracy, and they have 3 handsome and athletic boys.  They are a baseball family that regularly travels all over the state competing in youth tournaments.  A few fun facts…. Ryan is a 3^rd generation Eagle Scout and a 3-time World Finalist in the sport of Long Drive.  His longest drive in competition was 400 yards.  In his free time, Ryan enjoys spending time with his boys on the ball fields, hunting, fishing, and taking trips with his family.

Ryan Smith is a Managing Director for Baldwin Risk Partner. In this role, he is responsible for developing the firm’s annual and long-term business development and sales enablement plans for the southwest region of the U.S.

Ryan was previously the Managing Director at Wortham Insurance and Risk Management, which then became Marsh through acquisition, for seventeen years. Prior to this he served as the firm’s statewide Sales Director in Texas and managed a book of business.

In 2014, Ryan earned the Power Broker Award from Risk & Insurance Magazine and 40 under 40 list.

He is a native Houstonian who attended Memorial High school and has both a BBA and MBA from Texas Tech University. He is on the Board of Directors for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and is involved in several charities. He and his wife Jill have two children: Lillie and Pearson.

Matt Miller is the Business Development Director for the PRM group at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner.  In this role, Matt is responsible for Insgroup’s top-line organic growth and the mentoring and coaching of our associate advisors.

Prior to Insgroup, Matt began his insurance career at Frost Insurance/Frost Bank as a general insurance producer.  He quickly gravitated toward the high-net-worth personal insurance space as he enjoyed discussions with his clients about their unique assets and how their personal insurance portfolio should successfully be managed.  He was recruited by Hotchkiss Insurance Agency to serve as the sole advisor of the Private Client division for the entire agency.  Matt was able to develop many meaningful relationships with COI’s which led to significant growth in their private client book of business during his tenure.

Matt earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Tx.  Outside of work, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife Melanie, son Mason, and daughter Maddie.  Matt was a founding member of the Wade Bowen band, so needless to say, he spends a lot of his time playing his guitars for his family when the Astros or Red Raiders aren’t on TV.

Jacob Crawford is the Business Development Director for Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. In this role Jacob is responsible for Insgroup’s top-line organic growth and also the mentoring and coaching of our associate advisors. 

Prior to Insgroup, Jacob spent a successful seven years at Arthur J. Gallagher’s Lafayette Louisiana office. In his time at Gallagher he started as an intern and worked his way up to Area Vice President. A majority of Jacob’s success was found on the client relationship side as he paved a new path to run after an untapped niche in Food & Agribusiness. From start to finish, Jacob doubled the size of the respective sector and earned the 2021 national award, Food & Ag Power Broker.

Jacob earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Outside of work, Jacob spends time with his wife exploring their new home in Houston and if the New Orleans Saints are playing rest assured he’ll be around a TV. 

Bill Bray is the Director of Business Development, Employee Benefits, at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. In his role, Bill is responsible for new business growth and leads a team of seasoned Employee Benefits professionals.

Bill has resided in Texas most of his life and has over 28 years of local market insurance experience.  Having spent his entire professional career in Houston, the first 15 years were on the carrier side working for two major US insurance carriers in both a sales and management capacity. In 2007, Bill transitioned to being an independent insurance broker and has worked for both a regional broker, as well as a national broker before starting with Insgroup in June 2021.   

Today Bill leverages his local market experience and carrier relationships to maximize his negotiations on behalf of his clients, advising on Employee Benefits as well as Commercial P&C.  Bill holds a Self-Funding Certification from the National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU), served two terms as the Treasurer for the Houston Area Health Underwrites (HAHU) and is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University with a degree in Finance.  Bill and his wife live in Cypress, Texas with their four children.  

William H. Van Pelt IV brings deep industry knowledge and subject matter expertise to his engagement with BRP, Insgroup, and their affiliates. Bill provides strategic leadership to The Mid-Continent Companies, Ltd. In addition to board and management responsibilities, Bill directly manages a significant number of client assignments throughout the country. He has more than 35 years of experience working with the most complex business and estate planning situations involving the owners of family-controlled private and publicly held companies. Consequently, Bill is especially adept at identifying latent business planning, estate planning, people and tax issues, their likely impact on a company and its stakeholders, and devising strategies to effectively and efficiently preempt their manifestation. Bill possesses a broad, deep understanding of financial concepts, strategies and tools, and their creative application.

Bill serves as Chief Compliance Officer of the company’s wholly-owned broker-dealer, has extensive outside board experience, and currently serves as a director of several market-leading companies in the financial services and marine products industries. An avid outdoorsman and conservationist, Bill participates in the leadership of several unique projects at the nexus of the natural environment and outdoor lifestyles: The High Lonesome Ranch, LLC, The High Lonesome Institute, Inc. and, from 2009-2013, Deep Water Cay Club.

Bill graduated cum laude from Boston College’s School of Management Honors Program with dual degrees in accounting and finance. He holds FINRA Series 7, 24, 28, and 63 registrations and Chartered Life Underwriter and Chartered Financial Consultant designations. Bill is a member of Young Presidents’ Organization, The C Club of Houston, Lochinvar Golf Club, and The Holland Society of New York. He resides in Houston with his wife and four children and is a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church.

Gary works as a consultant on the retirement plan service team helping clients with all facets of design, compliance, implementation, and administration of their retirement plan benefits. Gary has 29 years of experience in helping employees prepare for retirement.

Gary joined Insgroup Financial in 2021. Prior to joining the firm, he was the Houston, TX-based Relationship Manager of the retirement plan business for one of the largest defined contribution recordkeepers in the world.

Gary is a 1990 graduate of Louisiana State University with a degree in Economics. He holds various insurance and securities licenses. Gary has achieved the Certified Retirement Counselor® designation from InFre. Gary has extensive volunteer experience in the Houston community with several non-profit organizations.

Patrick Van Pelt has dedicated his career to helping people, companies, and communities thrive and succeed. As a proven managing advisor with a business degree from Marquette University and a master’s degree from Rice University, his professional experience runs deep, encompassing financial consulting, data governance, risk management, real estate, residential construction, and historic restorations. Patrick is widely trusted and admired for his insightful consulting and guidance for an extensive range of closely held companies in a broad range of industries in Houston, throughout Texas, and across the United States.

With a strong desire to preserve and protect his clients’ family assets and provide access to quality healthcare, Patrick also elevates families through sound financial management, estate planning, and employee benefits as a management consultant with Mid-Continent Companies, Ltd., a position he has held since 1991, and now as the Insgroup’s managing advisor. Patrick’s accreditations include Investment Advisor Representative (Series 65), Texas life and health insurance agent, certified Health Rosetta Advisor, and certified Product Manager. Patrick maintains capabilities in four foreign languages, most notably Portuguese and Spanish.

Patrick brings energy, insight, and enthusiasm to every endeavor he touches. His impressive history of rolling up his sleeves with a positive attitude to do what it takes for a successful outcome has inspired his peers, changed Houston’s landscape, and enhanced the quality of life for countless individuals.

Cody leads the team that consults with companies on all facets of design, implementation, and administration of employer-sponsored benefits programs, with an emphasis on middle-market companies.

Cody is an expert in the design and funding of partially self-funded group medical plans, as well as retirement plan design, compliance, and administration. He is particularly gifted in helping clients and their employees understand complex subject matters. Building on a career that began in underwriting and sales for an international insurance carrier, Cody’s unique knowledge and insights are supported by 30 years of experience across all facets of the employee benefits arena.

Cody joined Insgroup in 2021 through the partnership with The Mid-Continent Companies, where he co-founded and oversaw Employee Benefits Practice since 2002. He is a 1992 graduate of the McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas with a degree in business administration and a specialization in finance. Cody is an active member of the Retirement Plan Advisory Group and the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. Cody is a father of four and is active in his church and youth community activities.

Backed by nearly 30 years of industry experience, Robert “Bobby” Ritter is poised to guide clients of Insgroup through a complex and ever-changing insurance and employee benefits landscape.

Recognized for an exceptional approach to client service, advanced analytical skills, and a comprehensive understanding of financial underwriting, Bobby has repeatedly earned awards and accolades from some of the insurance industry’s premier providers.

Before joining Insgroup, Bobby led Mid-Continent’s underwriting team for health and welfare plans. Bobby served as an Account Executive for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, where he was responsible for a client roster of companies ranging in size from 100 to 2,000 employees. For more than a decade prior, Bobby was a dedicated team member with Aetna, where he held numerous positions, including financial Underwriter, Underwriter Unit Leader, Senior Account Manager, and Account Executive. During Bobby’s tenure with Aetna, companies with as many as 50,000 employees benefited from his expertise. Bobby began his career in the insurance industry as an Account Executive with Travelers Insurance Company, where he maintained and supported four major field offices in the company’s southwest region.

Bobby was awarded a four-year track scholarship to attend the University of North Texas, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in finance. He was a founding member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity at the University. Bobby currently lives in Sugar Land with his wife and their three sons. Bobby is an active member of Christ United Methodist, where he serves on numerous committees and volunteers with the youth.

Justin Elmore is the practice leader for Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner, responsible for Strategic Operations, including underwriting, compliance, and benefits technology.  He is also responsible for leading the team assigned to Insgroup’s large and complex clients. 

Justin has spent his entire career in Houston, TX, joining Insgroup on November 1, 2021.  He began his career at Prudential as a group underwriter and then accepted a consulting position with a local boutique firm in 1995.  Since then, Justin has worked for both local and nationally recognized consulting and brokerage firms. 

Justin graduated from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas with a B.A. in History. 

With an impressive proven track record of 40 years as a seasoned Benefits Advisor, Lyndon Smith joined Insgroup in 2020.  Previously, Lyndon was the owner and president of Employer Plan Services, Inc., a third-party administration firm, and EPSI Benefits, Inc., an employee benefits broker/consulting agency, where he and his team established a solid reputation of professionalism, integrity and superior customer service.

Through his experiences, Lyndon has developed an extensive knowledge of employee benefits with a keen insight to the multiple applications of self-funding, while working with long term clients of various industries such as oil & gas, manufacturing, fabrication and automobile dealerships.

Lyndon states “I take great pride in bending every effort to provide my clients with guidance and counsel to provide the level of benefits they envision offering their employees while securing their company’s bottom line.  As a result, we establish a long-term relationship of trust with our clients that often exceeds 20+ years.”

When not working on his clients’ behalf, Lyndon enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.  He is a native Texan, a graduate of the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, a Lifetime member of the 100 Club, and a Life Member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Brett Todd is the Senior Accounting Manager for Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner with responsibility for leading the firm’s financial and accounting functions. His expertise includes Database Administration, Financial Planning, and M&A Integrations – each of which has been extremely beneficial while Insgroup has grown at a rapid pace over the past few years. Brett has been a champion for many of the technologies utilized to manage the organization’s financial data and planning tools. 
 
Brett joined Insgroup in 2018 as Assistant Controller and was named to his current position in 2019. Prior to joining Insgroup, he spent four years in the audit and assurance practice at Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLP. While the majority of his accounting experience was in the Banking and Construction industries, he was drawn to Insgroup’s culture and the organization’s growth mindset (which also happens to be his favorite of the company’s core values). 
 
Brett earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M University at Corpus Christi. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time with his family and watching collegiate sports and NFL games, and if given the opportunity to dedicate half a day to something to relieve stress, he’ll always choose golf, golf and more golf. 

Mason Barker is an Advisor for Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. He specializes in Property and Casualty Insurance for mid to large market clients across various industries, with expertise in the Energy and Marine sector. In his role, Mason creates customized insurance programs specific to his client’s industry and operations. Prior to his current position, Mason served as an Employee Benefits advisor focusing on the design and implementation of high-quality Employee Benefits programs for organizations of all sizes.

Before joining Insgroup, Mason held positions on the carrier side of the industry. He spent two years as an Employee Benefits Representative and top producer with Sun Life Financial, and two years before that as a Regional Sales Representative with Reliance Standard.

Mason is a native of Houma, Louisiana, and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Louisiana State University. If there’s an LSU football game on TV, Mason can be found in front of it or driving to it if there’s time and tickets available. He’s also passionate about spending time with family, his faith, and cooking.

Andrew Bean is a Partner at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. He specializes in Property & Casualty Insurance for middle-market companies and Private Risk Insurance for individuals and families. With more than a decade of experience in the industry, Andrew has forged strong partnerships with financial advisors and family offices to successfully strategize the right solution for shared clients.   
 
Andrew joined the firm in 2009 as an Associate and was promoted to his current position in 2013. In 2016, he became a Shareholder. He has been in the insurance industry since graduating from college and credits his tenure to the enjoyment he finds crafting the right solutions to complex challenges.  
 
His desire to provide clients with best-in-class service is evidenced by his receipt of the prestigious Power Broker Award in 2020 from Risk & Insurance Magazine. In the same year, he was named by the magazine as one of the industry’s Rising Stars (under 40). Both awards were the result of positive feedback from a handful of Andrew’s clients; making it not surprising that his favorite company core value is Business is Personal.  
 
Andrew earned the designation of Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) from The National Underwriter Company, and he graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.  

Greg Sanford is a Managing Advisor with Insgroup focusing on middle-market companies across multiple industries.  His primary expertise is in the Real Estate sector with a heavy concentration on multi-family housing properties.  He started his insurance career in 2006 when he graduated with a BBA degree from the University of Houston.

Greg brings 15+ years of insurance experience to Insgroup and specializes in designing tailor-fit risk management programs to fit his clients needs.  He is passionate about building strong relationships with his clients and going above and beyond to exceed their expectations.  His competitive nature and upbringing give him the mindset that any obstacle can be overcome to get the job done. 

Greg is a native Houstonian and proud father of two kids, Caden and Alaina.  In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with his family, golfing, fishing and traveling to new destinations. 

Sonny Covington is a Managing Advisor at Insgroup, A Baldwin Risk Partner. He joined the firm in 2018 and focuses on middle market companies in a variety of industries including Oil & Gas, Transportation and Construction. In this role, he creates customized insurance and risk solutions, and he also advises many of the same clients on their Employee Benefits programs. 
 
Prior to Insgroup, Sonny spent nearly two decades with Dean & Draper Insurance Agency as a Texas Licensed Agent selling Business Insurance and Employee Benefits. While there, he had many long-standing relationships with clients which he believes were the result of treating people with respect and using the Golden Rule as a guidepost. He says, “When you do this, you will have relationships that last a lifetime.” 
 
Sonny earned the following designations: Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), Certified Pension Consultant (CPC), and Certified Health Care Manager (CHM). He also attended Texas State University and is fluent in Spanish.  
 
He is very involved in the community through his church and a number of other volunteer activities including youth sports. He has served as chairman for various committees with Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) – Houston Chapter, and is an active Free Mason. 
 
Outside of work he thoroughly relishes the time he spends with his big family, but likes to sneak away once in a while for some saltwater fishing.

Katelynn Diamond is an Associate Advisor for Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner, focusing on the design and implementation of high-quality Employee Benefits programs for organizations of all sizes.  

Prior to joining Insgroup in 2020, Katelynn worked for ADP for nearly five years as a Major Accounts District Manager. She also was a Workforce Development Administrator with Vallourec for three years. With nearly a decade spent on the technology side of Human Resources, she provides valuable insight during the development of Benefits solutions that will not only attract top talent but retain them.  
 
To Katelynn, Business is Personal – it’s not only a company value, but it’s also a personal mantra. She says, “No matter the situation it’s always about the people. Strong and trusting relationships are what I always strive for in any relationship and I love knowing that I work for a company that feels the same way.” 
 
Katelynn grew up in San Diego but made her way to the Houston area as an adult. She has taken a number of Organizational Leadership courses from the University of Houston and three years of business classes with the Lone Star College System.  
 
She enjoys traveling whenever possible and is someone who will always give a great recommendation on the pairing of food and wine. She also counts a day that involves any type of fishing as a successful one. 

Diana Whitley is an Advisor with Insgroup’s Employee Benefits practice.  Diana has more than nineteen years of experience working with business executives to design their benefit programs to attract and retain talent while promoting health and wellness.

Prior to joining Insgroup, Diana spent nineteen years with Insperity as a Business Performance Advisor collaborating with business executives to ensure their benefit solutions were designed to meet their needs as well as their employees.  As a Business Performance Advisor, Diana helped her clients achieve their goals in all areas of the human resource function including leveraging technology, payroll, and recruiting.

Building professional relationships and relentless advocacy is paramount to Diana. Throughout her career, she has built her business by building strong relationships as a trusted advisor and relentless advocate.

Diana graduated from LeTourneau University, Longview, Texas with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

She is a native Houstonian and lives in Montgomery, TX with her husband.

Jan Fawcett is a Managing Advisor with Insgroup’s Employee Benefits practice. Jan has more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry and is an innovative leader when it comes to delivering true value and consistent quality to clients.  She is a Chartered Benefit Consultant designee who likes to collaborate, design, and revitalize employers’ benefits plans. 
 
Jan and her team joined Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner, in 2017.  Prior to joining Insgroup, she was the owner of The Fawcett Group, a firm specializing in Employee Benefit Plan brokerage and consulting to emerging and mid-market businesses and not-for-profit organizations. With her leadership, the team consistently delivered the knowledge, resources, and experience necessary to ensure each client’s employee benefit plan goals were met.   
 
Jan graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications and Media Studies.  
 
She is an avid fitness enthusiast, loves the performing arts, sporting events, and traveling with her twins – a son and a daughter – who are almost teenagers.

Jay Gerstenhaber is a partner with Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner. With more than 40 years of experience in insurance brokerage, he advises and services large Commercial Property & Casualty clients in a variety of industries. 
 
Jay is the second generation of his family to work in the insurance industry, taking after his father who was an Allstate agent in Houston for 27 years. In 1978, Jay started his own insurance agency. Later that year, his agency was consolidated into Business Insurance Group (Insgroup’s preceding name until 1990). 
 
While serving on the Board of Directors for Partners Bank of Texas, he was involved in the successful sale of the bank to Sterling Bank in 2007.  
 
He is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Insurance. 

Cash Harbaugh is a Managing Partner with Insgroup’s Dallas office. Cash has more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry with proven expertise in the real estate and restaurant sectors. 
 
Cash joined Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner, in 2020 through a partnership with his firm, Harris F. Underwood III, Inc. The Underwood agency was founded in 1978, and he became President and Owner ten years later. The partnership between Underwood, an Insgroup company, provides his Dallas location with the opportunity to maximize efficiencies, share knowledge across industries, and increase use of technology to support clients in all practice lines.  
 
Business is personal to Cash and according to him, “It’s extremely satisfying to provide the correct coverage to a business prior to a loss and see how it allows for recovery back to normal.” It also happens to be one of the company’s core values.  
 
He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy and Art History from Emory University. Golfing and landscaping are among the things he’s most passionate about outside of work. 

Todd Harris manages the firm’s Estate Planning and Executive Benefits practice.  He is responsible for advising clients and their own set of advisors on planning while also analyzing supplied data to develop strategies for plan implementation through client-selected practitioners. 
 
With more than a nearly two decades of high-end financial and estate planning experience, Todd has worked with some of the nation’s top estate attorneys in the refinement of planning concepts that utilize newly-created entity structures, specialized trusts, premium finance, captives, insurance and annuities from domestic and international sources.  
 
Todd has been recognized for his ability to add a creative edge to traditional planning techniques and to innovative applications, such as AssetMax and Life Arbitrage strategies. His planning concentration has been with clients in Texas, Florida, Colorado, and California. He currently holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 licenses. 
 
Todd graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. He earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Harvard Business School, and is an active member of the Harvard Business School Alumni Club of Houston, as well as the Braeburn Country Club.  
 
He is constantly looking for ways to learn grow and believes whole heartedly in having a Growth Mindset. It’s one of the company’s core values, but he’s been applying it to his personal life for as long as he can remember. He says, “If you’re not growing, you’re declining.” 
 
Todd volunteers with the Cub Scouts and various youth sports organizations. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf and bird hunting. 

Chris Hill is a Managing Advisor with Insgroup’s Dallas office. She has more than 40 years of experience in the insurance industry, and is an expert in providing Homeowner’s Association coverage, including townhouses and condominiums. 
 
Chris joined Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner, in 2020 through a partnership with the firm she co-owns, Harris F. Underwood III, Inc. The Underwood agency was founded in 1978, and she became a co-owner in 1995. One of the things that made the most notable first impression on her about Insgroup: “It’s how vested they are in the happiness of colleagues. I don’t think I have seen a company of any size quite so interested in pleasing their staff.” 
 
Strong relationships are the foundation of the work Chris does with every client – which means Business is Personal. In fact, she says the Dallas office was built on that philosophy, so it was validating to see that it was also one of Insgroup’s core values.  
 
Chris grew up in Louisiana but has spent the majority of her life in Texas. If you’re looking for her on the weekends, she can usually be found at the lake with her husband bass fishing. If she’s not there, it’s because she’s traveling to see her sister and nieces.

Meredith Huff is an Advisor for Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner. Her extensive background in benefit, payroll and employee administration services allows her to design programs that alleviate the administrative burden on employers. Many of the executives that she works with on Benefits programs entrust her to service their Personal Risk Insurance as well.  
 
Prior to joining Insgroup in 2019, she spent eight years with ADP in progressive roles leading up to Major Account District Manager. In that position, she helped clients achieve their goals through the utilization of industry leading people, technology and service as an extension of their current workforce. This background has been an extremely valuable springboard into her work in the employee benefits and insurance industry. 

When asked to describe her favorite of Insgroup’s core values, she had trouble choosing. Business is Personal is important to her because building lasting relationships has always been a priority. But also, Growth Mindset is meaningful because staying stagnate is not an option personally or within business. She says, “We’re meant to evolve.”  

 Meredith graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Business Management degree from McCoy School of Business.  
 
She enjoys any activities that involve her husband and their two young daughters, Ryleigh and Reese. Exercise is a stress reliever that she also happens to love – so much so that she was once a spin instructor.  

Blake Krause is an Advisor with Insgroup’s Dallas office. His work on the carrier side provides him with a unique perspective for the development of solutions that meet the clients’ needs, the needs of their people, and works within their budget. He also advises high-net worth individuals and families on their Personal Risk Insurance.  
 
Prior to joining Insgroup in 2020, he sold Employee Benefits products for Guardian Life Insurance, a top rated ancillary carrier, and his territory included West Tennessee, Memphis, and North Mississippi. The position with Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner provided a pathway to moving back home to Dallas to be near family. He was also drawn to the company’s culture and entrepreneurial spirit because it’s a safe space where you can share ideas with one another.  
 
He was excited to learn that Relentless Advocacy is a core value of Insgroup because he says, “This is what makes me as an agent different from others. I’ve heard people say that insurance is a commoditized industry, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Who your agent is matters. If you are not receiving relentless advocacy from your agent, then it’s time to find another agent.”  

Blake attended the University of Georgia where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Risk Management and Insurance from the Terry College of Business. 
 
Outside of work, most of Blake’s passions are related to music – attending live music events, playing the guitar and piano. He’s also content to just sit on a beach or a boat somewhere and relax.  

Mace Meeks is a Managing Partner with Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner. With more than 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, he has broad in-depth knowledge of Commercial, Personal and Employer-sponsored group benefit insurance programs.   
 
Mace prides himself in being able to develop customized insurance programs specific to each one of his clients. “No two clients are the same and they all deserve the same great service,” is the motto that he has built his insurance practice on. 
 
Mace and his team joined Insgroup in January of 2015. Prior to becoming a part of the firm, he was a partner at Dean & Draper Insurance Agency, LP for over 20 years. 
 
He graduated from Rice University with a triple major in Managerial Studies, Political Science and Sports Management. While attending Rice on a football scholarship, Mace also participated on the Rice Indoor Track team.   
 
As a proud member of the Houston Community, Mace has served on various boards over the years including President of the “C” Club, the Harris County Sheriffs 287(g) task force, and the redistricting committee for the Mayor of Houston. 

Butch Novy is a Partner with Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner, specializing Property and Casualty insurance. His expertise resides in providing solutions to middle-market companies with a particular focus on the Real Estate and Construction industries. 
 
Butch entered the insurance industry in 2010, but he previously owned a real estate consulting business. His real estate experience gives him a unique ability to understand client needs from an operational perspective – not just from an insurance standpoint. He has worked closely with owners, developers, property managers, and the full spectrum of the real estate industry on a daily basis for nearly 50 years.  
 
He has served many clients for more than 25 years and believes it’s the result of developing trust and delivering service with integrity. To him Business is Personal and it’s the firm’s core value that resonates deeply – after partnering with so many clients for two decades, how could it not be personal?  
 
Butch graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Administration degree. He has been involved in many community organizations, including serving on the Board of Trustees and executive committee at Congregation Beth Israel of Houston. He is a member of the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR), Texas Association of Realtors (TAR), National Association of Realtors (NAR), and National Multi Family Housing Council (NMHC). 

Maddie is an advisor specializing in the Oil and Gas industry.

Maddie joined Insgroup in 2022 and brings a unique approach to every person she works with. With a humbly confident attitude she ensures that every one of her clients feel like they are getting first class service. Her goal is to anticipate, understand, and exceed expectations.

Growing up in Midland, Texas, Maddie’s understanding of oil and gas operations advances beyond the standard. Although it’s a small industry, she has learned the importance of partnering with her customers; It’s not just a sale – it’s a relationship to help them along their journey.

Maddie graduated from Texas Tech University with a B.A. in Speech and Hearing. Her loyalty runs deep with the things she loves, such as giving back to the special needs community, being an alumnus of Camp Longhorn, and her West Texas roots, just to name a few. She loves a good concert or Astros game and jumping on a plane for a last-minute trip. In her spare time, you can find her fly fishing for redfish with her husband Cullen or trying to find the best dinner spot in Houston.

Kevin Pesl is an Advisor with Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner, specializing in the development of solutions for Construction and Surety. The aspect he enjoys most about working with this sector is the ability to dig into how they conduct business and work with clients to close the gaps on potential risk.  
 
He joined Insgroup in 2020 and has eight years of experience in the insurance industry. Prior to his current role, Kevin was a Commercial Insurance and Surety Producer for Dean and Draper Insurance Agency, LP. He’s also worked as Contract Surety Underwriter for Markel. 
 
Kevin’s favorite of Insgroup’s core values is Business is Personal. He doesn’t look at an account as a number and views every client as a person who built a business through hard work. He tries to look at their needs by putting himself in their shoes and determining what matters most to them. In this way, he can provide them with what’s missing on their road to success.  
 
Kevin graduated from Sam Houston State University with Bachelor of Business Administration and Management degree. He also completed the William J. Angell Surety School for the National Association of Surety Bond Producers. 
 
His downtime is spent with family and friends, and it’s a bonus if that time involves activities outside while golfing or hunting.

Taylor Robideaux is an Advisor for Insgroup who focuses on Oil & Gas and Construction companies in need of property & casualty insurance. He specializes in industry-specific coverages and requirements that are critical to his client’s operations while building a customized insurance program that is tailor-made for his client’s unique individual situation.

Taylor has a straightforward and direct approach to dealing with his clients and isn’t afraid to have difficult conversations that he knows will benefit his clients in the long run. He knows how to manage customers’ expectations in hard markets, helping them see the bigger picture. With that being said, he is always looking to do what is best for his clients and put them in the best position to succeed in their own business. He believes that transparency and honesty are paramount to building any type of long-lasting business relationship and he strives to provide that to everyone he encounters daily.

Taylor received his Commercial P&C license in 2015 and has been successfully selling commercial property and casualty business ever since. He is a native of Lafayette Louisiana where he attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette receiving a degree in business administration and finance.

In his free time, Taylor enjoys Hunting & Fishing and spending time with friends & family as well as playing golf in the summertime when the fish aren’t biting.

Kevin Diaz is an Advisor with Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner, specializing in Employee Benefits. Having worked on the carrier side, Kevin has a unique perspective on solutions that maximizes value while working within the constraints of his client’s budget.

Prior to joining Insgroup in 2021, Kevin spent time with Allstate Benefits as a Group Benefits Consultant working with Level-Funded and Reference Based Pricing products serving the Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi markets. Insgroup’s Core Value of Growth Mindset states that “Success requires the courage to change” lines up perfectly with Kevin as he views constant education and a passion for learning about new products and cost-containment strategies as a moral obligation to his clients. “Every day we have an obligation to be the best version of ourselves for our clients and their families and I take great pride in putting in the work to achieve that”, Kevin says.

Kevin is a proud graduate from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Administration and a Minor in Business. After working for his client’s needs, he can be found with a book in hand typically reading about history or personal development. In his free time, you will find him spending his time with his wife and 2 children, Dustin and Presley, who he says are his “ultimate joy”.

Jordan Mowbray is an Advisor specializing in Real Estate and Hospitality based in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area.

Prior to Insgroup, Jordan served as an Associate Vice President and Producer with Marsh Wortham based in their Dallas office and focusing on Real Estate, Hospitality, and Manufacturing.

Before joining Marsh Wortham, Jordan completed his Producer training with Lockton in their Dallas series, and prior to that, he began his career as a Financial Analyst with the Rosewood Corporation.

Jordan is a graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas, with a B.S. in Finance. 

Originally from Canada, Jordan played hockey in the Colorado Avalanche farm system before attending UTD.

When not in the office, Jordan enjoys spending time with his wife Ashley and their two dogs, and playing hockey, golf, tennis, and pickleball.

Jacob Quinn is an Associate Vice President with Insgroup focusing on middle-market companies in a variety of industries. His particular expertise is in Real Estate, Distribution and Trade Contractors. He joined Insgroup in 2014 as a Client Executive and was promoted to his current position in 2018. In addition to his work with Commercial clients, he also advises and services a number of clients in search of Personal Risk Insurance. 
 
Prior to Insgroup, Jacob spent nearly a decade in Beverage import, distribution and wholesale. He’s a Texas native, but spent a lot of time living and traveling abroad while working in the wine & spirits industry. When comparing the two industries, he says, “No one day is like the previous. I might be helping a client close a deal with the bank so he/she can grow the business, and the next day I might be helping a client work through a serious issue in regards to safety and putting employees first. It is different every day and not many careers offer that type of diversity.”  
 
Jacob earned the designation of Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) from The National Underwriter Company, and he graduated from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) with a degree in Modern Languages – Emphasis in Spanish.  
 
Outside of work, he loves spending time with his wife, Mary Hammon, and their two young sons, Seamus and Peter. Jacob is active at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church where he serves on the usher team. He still enjoys playing 18 holes of golf but admits that he plays a lot less now that he’s a husband and father.  

Jed Schmidt is an Advisor at Insgroup, a Baldwin Risk Partner. In this role, Jed advises large Commercial Property & Casualty clients in the Real Estate and Construction industries. 
 
He joined Insgroup in 1998 and over the course of the more than 20 years, he has been recognized as a thought leader in real estate insurance. He has spoken at the Texas Apartment Association Convention, among other speaking engagements. 
 
Jed earned the designation of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) from The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research. He is a graduate of Southwest Texas State University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree.  

George Strake is an Advisor for Insgroup focused on Real Estate and Energy companies in need of Property & Casualty insurance. He also works closely with high-net worth individuals and families seeking Personal Risk Insurance to craft custom programs to meet their unique needs. 
 
He joined Insgroup in 2015 utilized the past five years to form strong relationships with the clients he serves. He receives a number of referrals through existing clients who trust him to provide options for the coverage they need and considers it a huge compliment when he receives a call from someone who has been referred.  He believes this level of trust is gained only through transparent communication, which aligns closely with company core value that means the most to him: Ethics and honesty are paramount in our dealings.  
 
George earned the designation of Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) from The National Underwriter Company. He graduated from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Corporate Communications.  
 
In his free time, George enjoys hanging out with his wife and watching sports (especially if a Baylor game is on TV), golfing or hunting. He’s also extremely competitive during fantasy football season. 

Jack Kelly is an Advisor with the Insgroup Dallas Office. He specializes in working with commercial clients to develop a program that matches their individual risk. Jack also works in personal risk insurance for high-net-worth individuals.

Jack was originally drawn to Insgroup because of the culture. He says, “the growth mindset made Insgroup stand out amongst its competitors. From day one, the collaboration and willingness to help each other provide the best program for the client was apparent.”

Jack Joined Insgroup in January 2021. Prior to this, he was a student at Rollins College in Orlando, Florida, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in business management.

Jack was born and raised in Dallas, TX. Outside of work he enjoys playing the guitar, golfing, or watching the Cowboys and Stars. 

Rob Strobel is an Advisor with Insgroup’s Austin office. Rob provides a tailored approach to developing Property & Casualty solutions for clients in Construction-related industries. He also advises individuals and families on their Personal Risk Insurance. 
 
Rob joined Insgroup in 2018. Prior to Insgroup, Rob held a number of leadership positions within the banking industry. He spent eight years in the position of Director – Power Marketing for both Deutsche Bank Energy Trading and Citigroup Energy, Inc. Previously, he served as Vice President – Power Mid-Marketing with Cinergy Corporation.  
 
Rob’s professional background has required him to build and maintain strong relationships, and he says that work is at the heart of his ability to be part of a solution.  At Insgroup he’s able to do exactly that with confidence that trust and integrity are the blocks with which relationships are built.   
 
Out of the company’s four core values, Rob’s favorite is Relentless Advocacy – specifically the supporting tenet of “Leave no stone unturned.” When asked why it holds meaning to him Rob says, “I believe that in anything a person can do, it is so important to perceive a solution from every possible angle.  It is this type of mindset that will ultimately benefit any relationship.”   
 
The native Texan loves spending time with his wife and their three kids, and he enjoys fishing, playing guitar, and being in the company of friends. 

Scott Watson is an Advisor with Insgroup who has spent nearly 20 years working within the industries of insurance and financial services. Scott joined the firm in 2019 and provides a highly-tailored approach to developing Property & Casualty solutions for Construction, Marine, Oil & Gas, and Manufacturing clients.  
 
 Prior to Insgroup, Scott held the position of Vice President with Marsh’s Houston office. He has also been a Sales Executive for USI Insurance Services and a Director with Crystal & Company. Before he entered insurance brokerage, his experience included a number of finance-related roles, and he owned two companies within the real estate sector.  
 
Scott’s experience as an entrepreneur allows him to understand the challenges that business owners face at various phases of their lifecycle – from smaller start-ups to larger companies who have been in business for decades. This perspective makes business even more personal to Scott. He says, “Clients invest in my ability to create a risk program that best suits their needs and protects their balance sheet. This can only be achieved through a foundation of trust.” 
 
Scott volunteers with the Houston Live Stock Show and Rodeo and serves as a Vice Chairman on the International Committee.  He graduated from the University of Houston with Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance. 
 
He relishes any time spent with family and occasionally still plays a round of golf when the opportunity presents itself. 

Donald “Woody” Woodard is an Advisor with Insgroup and has responsibility for some of the firm’s longest-standing Property & Casualty clients. With more than 40 years of experience in the insurance industry, Woody is always happy to answer questions from colleagues who are new to the firm or the brokerage side of business as a whole.   
 
Prior to Insgroup, he served as CEO for Marsh McLennan Agency. Before that, he was Chairman of the Board at Insurance Alliance. 
 
Woody earned the designation of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) from The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research. He maintains the Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU) designation.  He graduated from Washington and Lee University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and History. 
 
Woody has been highly involved in the insurance industry through his service on the Boards of the Texas and Houston Independent Insurance Agents Associations. He previously held the position of President for the Houston association. 
 
On the weekends, you might find Woody and his wife enjoying the Houston Museum District or the seaside community of Galveston. They’re also happy to just hang out at home when their grown children and grandchildren come back to Houston for a visit. 

Hoyt Utay is a Partner with Insgroup’s Addison office. He specializes in working with Commercial clients and high-net-worth individuals and families to secure Personal Risk Insurance coverage.  
 
Hoyt joined Insgroup in 2019, but he has spent the past 30 years in the claims and sales areas of the insurance industry. He previously served in the role of Client Executive with both Lipscomb and Associates, and McQueary Henry Bowles Troy.
 
With his deep experience in the claims process, specifically with regards to auto, home, business, and catastrophic loss, Hoyt digs into all of the potential risks during the development phase of working with clients. These areas might be overlooked by competitors seeking to secure a new client on price alone, but this is where he sees Insgroup as unique. He says, “Our core belief of relentless advocacy really does make us different than other firms.” 
 
Hoyt earned the designation of Associate in Claims (AIC), and he graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Science degree. 
 
The Utay family is passionate about volunteering within their community. Hoyt and his son are avid duck hunters and together with his wife, they are involved with the conservation group, Ducks Unlimited – even holding a number of State and National-level positions over the years. They also participate in a number of organizations supporting the special needs community. 

Matt Wren is an Advisor with Insgroup’s Commercial Risk Insurance practice. He joined Insgroup in 2018 and works diligently to provide solutions that are unique to the Transportation and Logistics industries. 
 
Prior to Insgroup, Matt worked as a Sales Consultant for seven years at Hines Real Estate, one of the largest real estate developers in the world. He has experienced the noticeable difference of working for a corporation of that size compared to Insgroup who is right sized to meet the needs of large clients but still able to quickly move programs through the right channels.  
 
Relentless Advocacy is the Insgroup core value that resonates the strongest with Matt. He says, “Throughout my career I have always thought that customer service, and working on behalf of the client, should be the number one priority.”  
 
Matt attended Louisiana State University and earned a Bachelors degree in Economics. He can still be found on Saturdays watching LSU football games with his wife, Katie, and their Bernedoodle, Millie. Once in a while, he has time to enjoy a round of golf.