Rich Weingart
About Rich Weingart
Rich Weingart is a Senior Vice President at Newfront, where he focuses on developing the alternative asset management practice. He has extensive experience in the insurance industry, having previously held senior positions at HUB International and Sweet & Baker Insurance Brokers.
Work at Newfront
Rich Weingart currently serves as Senior Vice President at Newfront, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing the alternative asset management practice. His work involves collaborating with funded companies across various sectors, including Fintech, Technology, Life Science, and Healthcare. Rich engages with these companies throughout their lifecycle, supporting both private and public entities.
Previous Experience at HUB International
Before joining Newfront, Rich Weingart worked at HUB International as Senior Vice President from 2016 to 2022. During his six years at HUB, he was based in the San Francisco Bay Area. His tenure at HUB contributed to his extensive knowledge and expertise in the insurance brokerage industry.
Background at Sweet & Baker Insurance Brokers
Rich Weingart was a Partner at Sweet & Baker Insurance Brokers from 2002 to 2016, a period of 14 years. Under his leadership, the firm grew to become one of the top 25 brokerage firms in the Bay Area. His role involved strategic decision-making and operational management, which played a significant part in the firm's success.
Education and Expertise
Rich Weingart earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Rhetoric and Communications from the University of California, Davis, where he studied from 1988 to 1992. His educational background supports his expertise in alternative asset management, technology, fintech, life science, and healthcare sectors. He also has experience in consulting on Executive Risk Management Programs for both private and public companies.