Patriot Growth Insurance Adds Risk Strategies Founder to Board
Event summary
- Michael Christian, founder and former CEO of Risk Strategies, joins Patriot Growth Insurance Services' board on September 2, 2026.
- Christian brings 40+ years of insurance industry experience and a track record of building national brokerage organizations.
- Patriot has grown to 2,100 employees across 100+ locations in 29 states since its founding in 2019.
- The firm is ranked the 24th-largest broker in the U.S. by Business Insurance and named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list.
The big picture
Patriot Growth Insurance Services is bolstering its board with a seasoned industry veteran as it seeks to capitalize on its rapid growth and national expansion. The appointment of Michael Christian, who built Risk Strategies into a leading specialty insurance brokerage, signals Patriot's intent to leverage strategic expertise in scaling its operations. With backing from private equity firms GI Partners and Summit Partners, the move underscores the firm's ambition to compete with larger players in an increasingly complex risk environment.
What we're watching
- Strategic Expansion
- How Christian's expertise in mergers and acquisitions will influence Patriot's growth strategy.
- Talent Recruitment
- Whether Christian's focus on talent recruitment can help Patriot sustain its rapid growth.
- Industry Positioning
- The pace at which Patriot can solidify its position as a top national insurance broker under Christian's guidance.