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David J. Jasmund Elected Chair of Builders Insurance Board
Longtime director brings extensive insurance, finance and governance experience to the role Builders Insurance Group today announced the election of David J. Jasmund as Chair of its Board of Directors. Jasmund, who has served on the Builders Board since May 2009, brings extensive experience in insurance operations, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance…
AM Best Reaffirms Builders Insurance Group’s A (Excellent) Financial Strength Rating
ATLANTA, Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AM Best has reaffirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent), with a stable outlook, for Builders Insurance Group and the member companies within its rating unit. The affirmation reinforces Builders’ strong financial foundation as the company continues to expand its products, geographic reach and capabilities. In its latest…
Navigating the Growth of MGAs: What It Means for Agents Today
The insurance marketplace continues to evolve—and one of the most notable shifts in recent years has been the rapid growth of Managing General Agents (MGAs) and Managing General Underwriters (MGUs). This isn’t just a perception—it’s measurable. In the U.S., premium flowing through MGAs has grown to more than $100 billion annually, representing roughly 9–10% of the total…
Builders CFO Dan Bauer Named Finalist for Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 2026 CFO of the Year Awards
ATLANTA, GA — Builders is proud to share that Dan Bauer, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President, and Treasurer, has been named a finalist for the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 2026 CFO of the Year Awards in the Community Service category. The CFO of the Year Awards recognize financial leaders across metro Atlanta who demonstrate excellence…
Builders Announces 30th Consecutive Dividend
ATLANTA, GA, February 23, 2026 — Atlanta-based commercial insurance leader, Builders, has announced preliminary financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. The “A” (Excellent) AM Best-rated company reported continued earnings strength, disciplined underwriting performance, and surplus growth during 2025. As a result, Builders has declared its 30th consecutive annual dividend to qualifying…
Mark Gromek Secures The 2026 Leaders in Corporate Citizenship Award
Congratulations to Mark Gromek for being recognized as a Cause Marketer of the Year with the 2026 Leaders in Corporate Citizenship Award. Each year, Atlanta Business Chronicle presents this award to honor individuals who align social good and corporate success. Here at Builders, corporate citizenship isn’t a slogan—it’s a heartfelt commitment that touches all who…
Builders Donates to the TMPAA Charities Permanent Endowment
In keeping with our ongoing commitment to the industries and communities we serve, Builders recently made a generous $50,000 contribution to the TMPAA Charities Permanent Endowment and became a Founding Member. Established in 2006 by the Target Markets Program Administrators Association (TMPAA), TMPAA Charities, Inc. is a caring nonprofit that makes an impact through two…
Builders Named Finalist for Property & Casualty Insurance Investment Strategy of the Year at the North American Insurance Awards 2025
Insurance Investor named Builders a finalist for the Property & Casualty Insurance Investment Strategy of the Year honor at the North American Insurance Awards 2025 in New York City on the evening of Dec 4th. This category recognizes non-life insurance carriers for excellence in their investment strategy—specifically their approach to generating risk-adjusted outperformance, navigating market volatility, and…
The Power of One Fall: Using Data to Protect Accounts and Strengthen Client Conversations
Falls from heights remain one of the most serious and costly exposures in the construction industry. They are low-frequency events, but when they happen, the consequences extend far beyond the jobsite. One fall can dramatically impact a worker’s life and their family, disrupt a business, and alter the long-term insurability of the risk. For agents,…
Celebrating Laura Brightwell’s Distinguished Alumni Award
Huge congratulations to our Board Director, Laura Brightwell! Laura has been selected as one of two 2026 Terry College of Business Distinguished Alumni at the University of Georgia and will be formally honored at its annual gala in Atlanta next April. This is a tremendous recognition for her significant achievements in the business world and community. This is truly…