Sedgwick Expands into Carrier and Captive Solutions with New Entity — Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.

Event summary

Sedgwick launched a new Carrier and Captive Solutions entity on September 24, 2026, targeting alternative risk management models.
The U.S. MGA market reached $128 billion in premium in 2025, up 12% from 2024, with the global captive market projected to grow to $120 billion by 2035.
Sedgwick claims 5% lower cost per claim, 12% higher closure rates, and 46% fewer high-severity claims compared to select third-party administrators.
The new entity is led by Jason Rogers and supported by over 1,000 dedicated professionals.

The big picture

Sedgwick's expansion into Carrier and Captive Solutions reflects a broader industry shift towards alternative risk management models. As buyers increasingly turn to captives, MGAs, and MGUs for greater control over costs and outcomes, Sedgwick aims to capitalize on this trend with a scalable operating model. The company's claims dataset, five times larger than its nearest competitor, positions it to provide deeper insights and more effective risk management solutions.

What we're watching

Market Penetration: How Sedgwick's new solutions will compete in the growing MGA and captive markets.
Operational Efficiency: Whether Sedgwick can sustain its claimed performance advantages over competitors.
Industry Trends: The pace at which traditional carriers adopt alternative risk management models.