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Etesian Underwriters Drives Powerful Solutions for Financial Institution Risks

 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – December 5, 2024 – Etesian Underwriters, an expert financial institutions underwriting shop, today announced the launch of its program for middle market and smaller sized financial institution insureds. Focused on a robust list of investment services and related classes, the product is available in all 50 states on a non-admitted basis, with limits up to five million on a per claims basis and $10 million on an aggregate basis with multiple primary and excess forms.

In a rapidly changing marketplace, Etesian’s expertise in writing financial lines rests firmly on the experience and proficiency of its underwriting team, led by Michael Whitbeck and Mark Vittoria, who have approximately 50 years of combined knowledge and a proven track record of success.

“Everyone says they provide top-notch service,” said Michael Whitbeck, CEO of Etesian Underwriters. “But at Etesian, you’re not going to be handed off to someone else to handle your accounts. We handle them directly and we don’t have hurdles to jump through that are present with admitted carriers. We’re nimble, fast, and work directly with our customers.”

Etesian Underwriters writes Directors and Officers Liability, Professional Services Liability, Employment Practices Liability, and Fiduciary Liability on a primary and excess basis. Their coverage includes a robust list of classes, including investment advisors, business management firms, family offices, lending institutions, and more, all backed by A.M. Best A- rated capacity.

Etesian Underwriters brings fresh air to the market by being a small, specialized shop that’s ready to write business today and views claims-handling as an integral component of their product, which is a key differentiator in how they underwrite their accounts. Etesian has also partnered with an expert financial lines claims handling service providing exceptional communication throughout the policy lifecycle.

Etesian is powered by Mission Underwriters who provide the capital, technology and operational resources to help entrepreneurial underwriters launch their own program administrator.