Starwind Specialty Expands Underwriting Expertise with Official Launch of Four New Programs
Starwind Specialty Insurance Services, a CRC Group company, announces the official launch of four innovative insurance programs — Starwind Environmental, Starwind PVT (Political Violence & Terrorism), Starwind Equipment, and Starwind Cannabis — designed to deliver highly specialized coverage solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of retail brokers and their clients.
“As Starwind Specialty continues to grow, our mission remains clear — to deliver cutting-edge underwriting solutions that help our broker partners stand out in a competitive marketplace,” said Brian Norman, President of Starwind Specialty. “Each new program represents deep expertise, customized coverage, and a relentless focus on solving real-world risks.”
Starwind Environmental, led by Program President Mike Padula, delivers comprehensive environmental risk solutions including Contractors Pollution Liability (CPL), Contractors Pollution and Professional Liability (CPPL), Site Pollution Liability (SPL), Transportation Pollution Liability (TPL), and Environmental Excess Liability (EXL). The program offers flexible, tailored coverage for contractors, property owners, and environmental service providers managing complex environmental exposures.
Starwind PVT, under the leadership of Program President Chris Kirby, offers market-leading Terrorism, Active Assailant, and Workplace Violence coverage. This exclusive product for CRC brokers provides critical protection beyond TRIA/TRIPRA, addressing physical damage, business interruption, and liability risks tied to a broad range of violent incidents.
Starwind Equipment, led by Program President Randi Glazer, provides Property Damage Insurance (PDI) and Extended Service Contracts (ESC) to protect heavy construction equipment at the point of sale. With over 30 years of industry expertise, Starwind Equipment helps clients maintain cash flow and safeguard their most valuable assets.
Starwind Cannabis, led by Program President Tony McIntosh, offers flexible, customizable coverage for the cannabis industry — from crop protection and property risks to enhanced solutions like Workers' Compensation and Inland Marine. Built for brokers seeking non-standard coverage in a fast-evolving space, Starwind Cannabis delivers protection as unique as the industry.
“These new program launches exemplify what makes Starwind Specialty so powerful within the CRC Underwriting family — speed to market, deep specialization, and an unwavering commitment to our retail partners,” said Bill Goldstein, CEO of CRC Underwriting. “Starwind’s specialist teams understand their industries inside and out, enabling them to craft smarter, more effective coverage solutions that drive results for our clients.”
For more information about Starwind Specialty’s new programs, visit www.starwindins.com
About Starwind Specialty
Starwind Specialty Insurance Services is one of the largest program management operations in North America, providing distribution partners and insureds unique, specialty products across multiple industries with a full suite of services - underwriting, distribution, and claims management. Learn more at www.starwindins.com.
About CRC Group
CRC Insurance Services, LLC is one of North America's largest independent wholesale specialty insurance distributors, delivering the broadest range of insurance solutions available in the marketplace today. With over 5,500 teammates in offices across the United States and Canada, CRC Group places more than $30B in annual premiums across property and casualty, and employee benefits. Learn more at www.crcgroup.com.