Forrest Wittenmeier
About Forrest Wittenmeier
Forrest Wittenmeier is a Founding Partner and Principal Producer at Newfront, where he has worked since 2017. He specializes in risk management services and insurance programs for various industries, leveraging his extensive experience in the field.
Work at Newfront
Forrest Wittenmeier has served as Founding Partner & Principal Producer at Newfront since 2017. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he has contributed to the firm's growth and development over the past seven years. His role involves providing risk management services, which include international coverage with local admitted policies. Wittenmeier specializes in customizing risk management strategies tailored to companies at various stages, from initial funding through IPO.
Education and Expertise
Forrest Wittenmeier studied Art History at Williams College from 1998 to 2002. He also attended St. Anselm's from 1987 to 1994 and St. Ignatius from 1994 to 1998. His educational background complements his expertise in risk management, particularly in industries such as SaaS, FinTech, IoT, and MedTech. Wittenmeier has a strong understanding of insurance programs and risk management strategies, which he applies in his professional practice.
Background
Before joining Newfront, Forrest Wittenmeier held several key positions in the insurance and arts sectors. He worked at Sweet & Baker Insurance Brokers as Vice President from 2004 to 2014, where he gained significant experience in the insurance industry. He also served as Director of Property & Casualty at Zenefits from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, Wittenmeier was an ArtPoint Board Member at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco from 2005 to 2012, which reflects his engagement with the arts community.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Forrest Wittenmeier has developed a reputation for negotiating coverage terms and pricing for a variety of commercial insurance policies. His expertise includes Directors & Officers Liability, Employment Practices Liability, and Cyber Liability. Wittenmeier has experience working with a diverse range of professionals, including venture capitalists, C-level executives, and commercial real estate brokers, which enhances his ability to provide tailored risk management solutions.