Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage Inc., based in East Providence, Rhode Island, recently announced a series of promotions within its leadership team. This move reflects the company’s commitment to growth and excellence in the insurance industry.
Andrew J. Fotopulos has been promoted to chairman and chief executive officer, a role he has held with distinction. Elizabeth A. Lowe steps up as president, bringing her extensive experience to the forefront. The company has also advanced Florence DuPerry to senior vice president, while Alicia Vazquez, Jonathan Cross, Justin Williams, Maria Barnowski, and Ruth Leber all take on the role of vice president.
In addition, several individuals have been named assistant vice presidents, including Beth Howard, Colleen White, Crista Larochelle, Cristina Squatrito, Holly Laflamme, Lissette Delgado, Marcela Chiappetta, and Timothy Braun. These promotions highlight the company’s dedication to fostering talent and leadership within its ranks.
Other branches of Starkweather & Shepley also saw changes. At RISCO Insurance Brokerage Inc., Christine Beauregard has been promoted to vice president. Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Corp. of MA and Martha’s Vineyard Insurance Agency Inc. both continue to be led by Fotopulos and Lowe, with additional promotions including Lisa Lee as assistant vice president at the MA branch and James F. Geary as senior vice president at Martha’s Vineyard.
Custom House Risk Advisors has also made significant appointments, naming Lisa Myrberg as vice president and several directors in various roles, including Geoff Miller as director of professional lines and cyber.
Finally, there were some title changes within the organization. Jason Marcell has been named marketing manager, and Ruth Leber takes on a new role as assistant manager of enterprise.
These promotions and changes reflect Starkweather & Shepley’s focus on strengthening its leadership team and enhancing its service offerings in the insurance sector. With experienced leaders at the helm, the company is well-positioned for continued success in the industry.