Erik Stenson
About Erik Stenson
Erik Stenson is an experienced insurance broker and executive vice president at Newfront, where he specializes in structuring insurance programs for high-growth companies in various sectors, including technology and cryptocurrency. He has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry and has held leadership roles in multiple startups and established companies.
Work at Newfront
Erik Stenson has been employed at Newfront since 2011, serving as an Insurance Broker, Executive Vice President, and Founding Principal. His role involves structuring insurance programs tailored for both domestic and foreign markets. Stenson focuses on delivering risk management and insurance solutions specifically for high-growth companies in sectors such as technology, FinTech, and digital health. His extensive experience in the insurance industry allows him to engage effectively with venture-capital-backed and pre-IPO entities.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Before joining Newfront, Erik Stenson held several significant positions in the insurance sector. He worked at BenefitPoint as Vice President of Sales from 1999 to 2006, contributing to the company's growth in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to that, he was a Sales Operations Consultant and Field Sales Underwriter at Fireman's Fund Insurance Company from 1992 to 1996. Stenson also served as Vice President of Sales and Business Development at Healthentic for one year in 2011 and as Vice President of Sales and Customer Success at Picateers from 2007 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Erik Stenson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Economics & Policy from the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied from 1986 to 1991. His educational background complements his professional expertise in structuring insurance programs and delivering innovative solutions in the insurance industry. Stenson specializes in working with high-growth companies and has built and led successful insurtech startups from IPO to acquisition.
Achievements in the Insurance Industry
Erik Stenson has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, including roles at both established companies and startups. He has been recognized as a 2023 Risk & Insurance Power Broker winner, highlighting his contributions to the field. Stenson is passionate about innovation, customer satisfaction, and social impact, particularly in the context of shared economy models and frame-breaking business models. His work often involves software-as-a-service companies and cryptocurrency-based enterprises.