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BH GUARD Intern Makes Lasting Impression
August 21, 2026The Times Leader recently spotlighted the work of Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Marketing & Communications intern Ava Siergiej. Ava, a sophomore studying Animation at Rutgers, designed and painted a 7-x-14-foot mural in the lobby of GUARD's Home Office in Wilkes-Barre, PA, that features the company's logo and iconic landmarks from the city. “This initiative created a lot of buzz right from…
Read moreBH GUARD’s A+ Superior Credit Rating Affirmed by AM Best
August 21, 2026GUARD continues to earn recognition for its financial strength and stability. On August 12, 2026, AM Best reaffirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa-” (Superior) for the member companies of Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies, AmGUARD, EastGUARD, NorGUARD, and WestGUARD – all with a stable outlook. Founded in 1899, AM Best is the world’s oldest and largest…
Read moreTwo GUARD Professionals Recognized as IBA Rising Stars
July 16, 2026We are proud to announce that two GUARD employees have been recognized among Insurance Business America’s 2026 Rising Stars, a national program that highlights top insurance professionals under 40 who are helping shape the future of the industry. Congratulations to Chris Bohn, Director of Wholesale Regional Partnerships, and Sara Husty, Lead Underwriter. The annual recognition honors emerging leaders who demonstrate…
Read moreGreen Speaks to Return-to-Work Strategies with Insurance Business Magazine
July 7, 2026Charlie Green, Berkshire Hathaway GUARD’s new Head of Workers’ Compensation Claims, recently shared his expertise on return-to-work (RTW) programs with Insurance Business magazine. RTW programs are designed to help injured employees safely transition back to work while recovering. When thoughtfully implemented, these programs can provide benefits for both employees and employers - resulting in successful Workers’ Compensation outcomes. Charlie dispelled some common…
Read moreGUARD Launches New General Liability and Inland Marine Solution for Artisan Contractors
June 10, 2026Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies (“GUARD”) has announced the launch of a Contractors General Liability and Inland Marine solution, expanding its small commercial product suite to meet the needs of artisan contractors. The new offering is initially available in Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania, with expansion into additional states planned later this year. Designed for contractors who do…
Read moreGUARD CEO Adam Edelstein Appointed to NCCI Board of Directors
May 14, 2026Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies (“GUARD”) today announced that Adam Edelstein, Chief Executive Officer and President has been appointed to the NCCI Holdings, Inc. (NCCI) Board of Directors, following the membership vote held at NCCI’s Annual Meeting on May 13, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. Edelstein said “Workers’ Compensation continues to be a flagship line for GUARD and the anchor behind…
Read moreAdam Edelstein Joins CEO Panel at Insurance Insights Conference
May 8, 2026On April 23, 2026, Berkshire Hathaway GUARD's CEO & President Adam Edelstein joined other top executives for a panel discussion about innovation and the future of the industry at Insurance Insider U.S.’s New York Conference. The annual event brought together 250 senior professionals and 40 expert speakers for an agenda packed with insight, debate, and high-value connections. Key topics included Property &…
Read moreBarnette Featured in Insurance Business Magazine
April 15, 2026Berkshire Hathaway GUARD’s Vice President of Workers’ Compensation, Becky Barnette, was recently featured in Insurance Business magazine. Becky shared insights on what it takes to succeed in a softening workers’ compensation market, emphasizing that long-term success isn’t driven by chasing premium, but by maintaining underwriting discipline and staying grounded in the fundamentals. “We’ve seen many carriers exit the market over time,” she…
Read moreGUARD’s Adam Landau Speaks at InsurTech Conference
April 7, 2026In late March, Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Chief Information Officer Adam Landau spoke at the 6th Annual InsurTech Spring Conference, held at Chelsea Piers in New York City. The event brought together insurers, brokers, startups, investors, and solution providers from across the industry to explore the future of insurance innovation. Speakers and attendees examined emerging technologies, evolving business models, and new approaches to…
Read moreGUARD’s Becky Barnette Offers Workers’ Comp Insights in Rough Notes
March 13, 2026GUARD’s Vice President of Workers’ Compensation, Becky Barnette, was featured this month in Rough Notes, a premier monthly trade magazine for independent property and casualty insurance agents and brokers. In an article exploring the impact of aging on the Workers’ Compensation industry, Barnette offered her perspective on the stability of Workers’ Comp, suggesting that long-term decline in claim frequency continues…
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