Commercial Surety
Arch’s Surety group consistently delivers value-added underwriting and risk management capabilities using a relationship-based approach.
Overview
In the commercial surety marketplace, Arch’s Surety group provides bonds for all types of businesses, including large multi-national companies, regional companies, individuals, nonprofits, associations, private equity and franchises. In addition, Arch’s Surety group serves nearly every industry and has the ability to write virtually any type of bond.
How We Distinguish Ourselves
- We provide up to $400 million in bonding capacity to public and private companies operating across a diverse group of industries.
- We staff multiple regional offices with knowledgeable, experienced underwriters.
- We provide quick and thoughtful responses to our agent and client requests.
- We demonstrate a willingness to share larger accounts with other sureties.
- We offer a flexible rating plan.
- We create flexible underwriting programs.
Commercial Surety Benefits
- Rated A+ XV by A.M. Best and Arch Insurance Company is authorized to write bonds in all 50 states, U.S. territories and Canada.
- Combined Treasury Listing: $329 million.
- Personalized service from industry expert underwriters that will enthusiastically customize a plan for our customers.
- Customer base spans nearly every industry.
- Ability to accept cash and letters of credit when required.
- Organization that speeds decision-making and is dedicated to transparency and working with our agency plant.
Corporate Contacts
Stephen Ruschak
Executive Vice President, Surety
Sarah Heineman
Senior Vice President, Commerical Surety
Michael Mohan
Vice President, Commercial Surety
Chris Bolla
Vice President, Commercial Surety
Our Brand Promise
Pursuing Better Together encapsulates how we do business at Arch Insurance. It is an approach that is based on collaboration, responsiveness and a genuine commitment to continually raising the bar.
It is our promise to our brokers, colleagues and other partners to:
- Listen, share insights and work together to deliver informed solutions.
- Build trusting, respectful and responsive relationships.
- Understand your goals and explore possibilities together.
Product Highlights
Target Clients
- Manufacturers.
- Energy companies, including renewables.
- Municipal solid waste companies.
- Pharmaceutical companies.
- Concessionaires.
- Service contractors.
- Food, beverage and tobacco companies.
- Consumer services companies.
- Public utilities.
- Automotive industries.
- Telecommunication companies.
- National homebuilders and large regional homebuilders.
Types of Bonds
Types of bonds written include, but are not limited to:
- Commercial performance bonds, including supply, service contracts and annual performance bonds.
- Miscellaneous bonds, including tax, lost instrument and financial guarantees.
- Court bonds, including large appeal bonds.
- License & Permit bonds including: compliance, contractor’s license, DOT and retail/professional services.
Distribution
- Arch’s Surety group works with agents and brokers specializing in surety (NASBP, National brokers). Consistent with our appetite we invite agents and brokers to inquire about an appointment with Arch’s Commercial Surety group.
The Arch Difference
Speak with a Regional Expert
Northeast Contact
Wyeth Shabel
Assistant Vice President, Commercial Surety
Southeast Contact
Caroline Lamarre Berton
Vice President, Commercial Surety
South Central Contact
Megan Laban
Assistant Vice President, Commercial Surety
Mid-Atlantic Contact
Diane Stone
Vice President, Commercial Surety
Midwest Contact
Melissa Solberg
Vice President, Commercial Surety
West Contact
Chris Spicher
Vice President, Commercial Surety
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