The Patrons Group

Type: Private
On the web: http://www.patronsgroup.com

When it comes to insurance, this company wants to serve as your advocate. The Patrons Group provides personal and commercial property/casualty insurance products in New England. Its policy lines include automobile, homeowners, farm owners, and umbrella coverage; it also offers specialty insurance for bed and breakfast innkeepers and antiques dealers. The Patrons Group -- led by CEO William Siclari -- is comprised of four companies that do business strictly through independent agencies. With a history that dates back to the 1830s, The Patrons Group does business in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont. It is operated by State Automobile Mutual Insurance, majority owner of State Auto Financial).

Officers:
President, CEO, and Director: William (Bill) Siclari
VP Finance and Treasurer: Michael F. Lyons
VP Information Systems and Distribution: Krista Swanson

Competitors:
Allstate
Chubb Corp
Liberty Mutual