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Whether you’re looking to expand your offerings, streamline operations, or find a partner who truly understands the wholesale space, you’re in the right place.

Wholesale Philosophy

GUARD’s ongoing interest and investment in wholesaler-led insurance distribution demonstrates the value we place on the expertise and breadth in this space and clearly signals our desire to provide support and relevant protections as appropriate for our key trading partners.

Let’s grow together.

Products

GUARD provides a variety of admitted and Excess & Surplus lines solutions, including Property, BOP, Workers’ Compensation, Commercial Auto, and Umbrella with a plan to round out an expanded package of options in 2026, including General Liability, Inland Marine coverages, and more.

Specialty Programs

From auto salvage & dismantling operations to habitational risks and social service agencies, GUARD understands and appreciates the unique needs of niche business. Our Program Administrators are more than collaborators — they’re strategic partners who help us build lasting customer relationships and unlock new growth opportunities.

Let’s Explore What’s Possible Together

We are always looking ahead and seeking new opportunities, fresh ideas, and strong partnerships. Explore our areas of interest and how GUARD’s Specialty Programs can support your goals.

Learn more.

Distribution Platforms

We are eager and well-equipped to support diverse models designed around how our partners do business. Whether you’re comfortable within a traditional application structure, GUARD’s digital platform, through a popular technology partner, or via your own custom marketplace, we’re here to champion your preferred workflow.

We’re committed to achieving:

  • A seamless quoting experience
  • Flexible integration options
  • Scalable technology to grow with your business (and ours!)

Our current Workers’ Compensation API supports price indication, quote, and bind via the following partners:

Ibynd Semsee Talage
Ivans Commercial Submissions Powered by Vertafore

Have your own platform? We’ll work with you to build a custom integration to match your needs. Contact Arianna Ronci, AVP Digital Distribution Integrations, for more information.

Delegated Authority

GUARD provides select partners with delegated binding authority, empowering you to write business directly on our paper with speed, flexibility, and confidence.

We will consider Commercial Property and Personal Lines* coverages and certain risks in CAT-prone geographies. Use your own guidelines, forms, and rates. Proven growth: 11 new facilities added in the past 12 months.

*Excluding California

Meet the Team

We’re excited to build a long-term, collaborative partnership that supports your success and helps you meet your customers’ evolving needs in today’s dynamic insurance landscape.

Chris Elms

Chris Elms
Head of Wholesale Distribution
724-814-2904
chris.elms@guard.com

Mike Gabor

Mike Gabor
Vice President of E&S Distribution
772-321-7131
mike.gabor@guard.com

Arianna Ronci

Arianna Ronci
Assistant Vice President, Digital Distribution Integrations
570-825-9900 ext. 6714
arianna.ronci@guard.com

Dylan Myslowski

Dylan Myslowski
Underwriting Manager
570-234-3761
dylan.myslowski@guard.com

Patrick Porter

Patrick Porter
Director of Wholesale Regional Partnerships – Western Region
480-321-5511
patrick.porter@guard.com

Katy Lewis

Katy Lewis
Director of Wholesale Relationships – Central Region
936-355-5513
katy.lewis@guard.com

Chris Bohn

Chris Bohn
Director of Wholesale Regional Partnerships – Southeast Region
904-484-8720
chris.bohn@guard.com

Jay Greene

Jay Greene
Director of Wholesale Regional Partnerships – Northeast Region
631-848-7900
jay.greene@guard.com

“The wholesale broker community represents an important element of Berkshire Hathaway GUARD’s strategic plans. We are seeking opportunities to grow this channel by deploying the strength of GUARD’s balance sheet across all segments – brokerage, binding, digital distribution, program management, and more.”

Adam Edelstein, CEO