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MS Transverse Insurance Group is a property and casualty program carrier based in Princeton, New Jersey. As a subsidiary of Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group and part of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, it operates as a hybrid fronting carrier. Founded in 2018, the company specializes in program administration, reinsurance partnerships, and alternative capital solutions, serving as a link between reinsurers, program administrators, and Managing General Agents (MGAs). The company offers a range of services, including program administration for niche risks, reinsurance solutions with over 100 reinsurer relationships, flexible risk retention structures, and fronting services that ensure regulatory compliance and claims management. MS Transverse is recognized for its strong financial standing, holding an A (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best, and has been named Fronting Carrier of the Year in 2022 and 2024. With offices in New York, New Jersey, and Texas, it ranks among the top 10 U.S. fronting carriers by direct premiums written.
Hal Smith Restaurants is a restaurant management company based in Norman, Oklahoma, founded in 1992 by Hal Smith. The company operates over 80 locations across seven states, featuring a diverse range of dining options from casual to upscale. Annual sales approach $250 million, and the company emphasizes strong customer service and employee training. The company develops, manages, and franchises various restaurant concepts. Its portfolio includes full-service dining options like Charleston’s Restaurant, Red Rock Canyon Grill, and Mahogany Prime Steakhouse. It also features casual and themed concepts such as Ted’s Café Escondido, Louie’s Bar & Grill, The Garage, and Pub W. Hal Smith Restaurants has a history of franchising, having previously managed Outback Steakhouse and On The Border Mexican Cafe franchises. With a focus on community-centric locations, Hal Smith Restaurants continues to expand, including new openings like Neighborhood JA.M. in Oklahoma City planned for Spring 2025. The company is dedicated to culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences for a wide range of customers.
Lockton Affinity is a division of Lockton Companies that focuses on underwriting and distributing specialty insurance products. It operates in markets that are outside the standard offerings, catering to unique insurance needs. Lockton Companies, the parent organization, is a global insurance brokerage known for its client-focused and family-owned approach.
The Pipeline Group is a prominent provider of outsourced sales development solutions tailored for B2B technology companies. Founded in 2017 by Ken Jisser, the company is headquartered in San Jose, California, and has grown to employ between 300 and 410 people. It has been recognized as one of Americas fastest-growing private companies, ranking #415 by Inc. Magazine in 2020. The company operates on a bootstrapped model, generating revenue through private equity partnerships and customer referrals, with reported revenue of $63 million. The Pipeline Group offers an SDR-as-a-Service model, which includes dedicated remote sales teams for lead generation and pipeline acceleration. Their services are supported by proprietary technology that integrates data services and CRM tools, enhancing outreach efforts. They also provide temp-to-perm solutions to help clients manage SDR attrition and offer managed services such as content creation and campaign execution. The company emphasizes high-quality talent and guarantees outcomes based on activity volume and pipeline quality, supporting over 100 active partnerships with private equity firms and technology innovators.