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EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants Launches Dedicated Private Equity Employee Benefits Group

Offering specialized services to Private Equity and Alternative Asset Management firms and their portfolio companies We are excited to announce the launch of Private Equity Employee Benefits, a specialized group dedicated solely to serving Private Equity and Alternative Asset Management firms and their portfolio companies. Led by industry veterans Larry Kirshner and Ryan Dwyer, the team will be part of EPIC’s Financial Services division under Philip V. Moyles, Jr. The new group will offer clients an exceptional depth of knowledge, industry-leading analytics, best-in-class M&A due diligence reporting, and dedicated teams experienced in servicing the demanding …

https://www.epicbrokers.com/insights/new-private-equity-employee-benefits-group/

8th-Ranked EPIC Posts 27% Growth in 2020 Top Private Brokers List

… surge in revenue to nearly $750 million in 2019 also positions EPIC in 15th position among the top 100 U.S. brokers. “EPIC’s position in the annual rankings reflects our strength as a brokerage,” notes CEO Pete Garvey. “Last year’s progress marks a continued period of aggressive growth, which this year includes the formation of Galway Insurance Holdings.” The launch of Galway Insurance Holdings, a diversified brokerage distribution and underwriting platform, creates a strong financial and strategic advantage for EPIC’s clients. The 2020 Top 100 Brokers of U.S. Business list can be found at businessinsurance.com.

https://www.epicbrokers.com/insights/8th-ranked-epic-posts-27-percent-growth-2020-top-private-brokers-list/

Private Equity Firms

At EPIC, we have assembled a team of experienced professionals who serve the needs of Private Equity and the alternative asset community. Working in the private equity space, we understand the importance of speed and execution. Our team can provide unique solutions to support client objectives including cost reductions and enhancements to investment strategies that enhance and strengthen long-term financial performance. Using insurance and capital market solutions we help clients solve risk-related issues in order to maximize the enterprise value of their businesses. Connect with Sales Mergers & Acquisitions Private equity firms can see significant value through the strategic …

https://www.epicbrokers.com/industries/private-equity-firms/

EPIC Acquires The Bond Exchange to Expand its National Surety Practice

… through its Bond 911 platform. “The acquisition of The Bond Exchange reflects EPIC’s focus on building a surety practice that is poised to meet clients’ evolving needs,” said Zach Mendelson, surety practice leader at EPIC. “Surety is a critical financial tool, distinct from insurance, and demand has grown as clients face a more complex economic and geopolitical landscape. Founded in 1999, The Bond Exchange delivers specialized surety brokerage services and strategic advisory support to clients across industries including construction, mining, real estate, renewable energy, technology, and private equity. The Bond Exchange is known for building solutions aligned to clients …

https://www.epicbrokers.com/insights/epic-acquires-the-bond-exchange-expands-national-surety-practice/

Immigration Law, ICE Raids, and Foreign Travel

… three business days to respond to a Notice of Inspection, and failing to notify the correct individuals can result in noncompliance. Ahead of this risk, establish: A trained internal point of contact (typically HR or Legal). A written immigration response protocol that outlines what to do when ICE appears at your site. A script for addressing ICE inquiries for reception and other frontline staff. A documented escalation path to legal counsel and executive leadership. Post clear signage to mark private spaces for employees. ICE access is limited. Agents can only enter non-public spaces – such as employee-only offices …

https://www.epicbrokers.com/insights/immigration-law-ice-raids-and-foreign-travel/

Karen Beldy Torborg

Leadership biography Karen Beldy Torborg joined EPIC in June of 2025 as President of the Northeast Region. In this leadership role, her areas of focus include organic growth, market expansion, specialization orientation, leadership development, and maintaining EPIC’s commitment to client service excellence. Karen brings more than 30 years of experience in client advisory, practice leadership, and strategic growth within the insurance brokerage and consulting industry. She started her career as a commercial underwriter, before becoming a broker/consultant. Prior to joining EPIC, she held multiple senior leadership roles at Marsh, including serving as Global Head of its Private Equity …

https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/our-leadership/karen-beldy-torborg/

Navigating the 2025 Construction Economy

… contrast to the 20% in 2023 and 6% last year.[1] While many residential and commercial sectors face these challenges, design-build, infrastructure, and most notably data center construction continue to accelerate at a near-exponential pace due to strong public investment and bipartisan support. The EPIC Advantage: We support clients in navigating complex funding structures and long-term project exposures by leveraging our deep expertise in public-private partnerships and industry-specific risk management. 2. Labor Shortages Continue Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) estimates that the construction industry will need to bring in nearly 500,000 new workers this …

https://www.epicbrokers.com/insights/navigating-the-2025-construction-economy/

Century Insurance Group, LLC is now EPIC

About / Mergers & Acquisitions / Century Insurance Group, LLC Century Insurance Group, LLC is now EPIC Century Insurance and EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants have joined forces. Operating as one EPIC company, you can now find information about our shared capabilities and the additional resources available to our clients on epicbrokers.com. Regardless of the name, our commitment to our clients has never changed and that’s exactly what you can continue to expect. We continue to be locally based in the Bend, Oregon community with local leadership and the same team you have come to know and trust. Read the original …

https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/mergers-acquisitions/century-insurance-group/