Michelle Landver, Cic
About Michelle Landver, Cic
Michelle Landver serves as the Senior Vice President and Principal Commercial Insurance Broker at Newfront, where she specializes in risk transfer strategies, including Cyber Liability and M&A/Transactional Risk Insurance. With over a decade of experience in the insurance industry, she focuses on middle-market companies in various sectors, leveraging technology to enhance advisory roles.
Work at Newfront
Michelle Landver serves as Senior Vice President and Principal Commercial Insurance Broker at Newfront, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Los Angeles, California, she specializes in a variety of risk transfer strategies and solutions, including Cyber Liability and M&A/Transactional Risk Insurance. Her role involves partnering with company executives to address business challenges and manage financial risks. Landver has also been instrumental in leveraging technology to enhance advisory and consultancy services within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Landver has a strong educational background in insurance and political science. She studied at The National Alliance of Insurance Education & Research from 2007 to 2012, where she achieved several designations including CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor), CSRM (Certified School Risk Manager), and CISR (Certified Insurance Service Representative). Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Pepperdine University. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of coverage needs for commercial clients, focusing on sectors such as apparel, beauty, furniture, food and beverage, and retail.
Previous Experience
Before joining Newfront, Michelle Landver held significant roles in the insurance industry. She worked at Bolton & Company as Assistant Vice President from 2010 to 2012. Following that, she spent nine years at Marsh & McLennan Agency - West as a Broker and Client Executive, where she served clients in the Greater Los Angeles Area. This extensive experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the insurance landscape and client needs.
Achievements and Recognition
Michelle Landver has received notable recognition for her contributions to the insurance industry. In 2023, she was awarded the Break Out Award by Business Insurance, highlighting her impact in the field. Additionally, she was recognized as a Power Broker in the Retail category by Risk & Insurance for 2024. These accolades reflect her commitment to excellence and her effectiveness in addressing the needs of her clients.
Industry Focus
In her current role, Michelle Landver focuses on providing insurance solutions to middle-market companies, particularly those with consumer-branded products. Her expertise spans various industries, including apparel, beauty and cosmetics, furniture, food and beverage, as well as retail and restaurant operations. She handles comprehensive coverage needs, including workers compensation, property, stock throughput, liability, cyber insurance, and D&O insurance.