Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Derrick moved to the San Francisco Bay Area in 1988. Having been an underwriter in the European market, he joined the brokerage side with Dealey Renton and Associates, AJ Gallagher and Willis. Derrick has been involved with any aspects of the insurance industry from underwriting to marketing and has many years of experience in all insurance lines. He is responsible for managing the insurance placement for Emergent clients as well as other large commercial clients.

Arielle was introduced to the insurance industry when she started as a receptionist in 2014. In that
position, she previewed all aspects of the insurance process and was motivated to earn her insurance
license. Arielle was promoted to the Commercial Lines division as Client Coordinator in 2016, supporting
a number of Senior Account Executives and Client Managers.

With her background in Underwriting, Masha enhances relationships with insurance carriers and advocates with Underwriters on behalf of Emergent’s clients. Prior to joining Emergent, Masha was an Account Executive in National Insurance at Liberty Mutual Insurance, leading the company’s relationship management with brokers and clients in the Bay Area. Masha also served as an underwriter at Zurich Insurance and an Account Executive at Travelers Insurance. Through her experience, Masha brings strong credibility in ensuring that our clients receive the best possible outcome from our carrier partners.

Martin has more than 15 years of experience in the insurance industry including as an attorney in London for a specialist insurance law firm acting as coverage counsel for insurers. He has turned this experience around and brings his considerable experience and expertise to bear for policyholders to secure favorable coverage and guide clients through the claims process from start to successful finish.

He serves as a resource to commercial clients, advocating on their behalf for a range of property/casualty, cyber and environmental claims. He also provides leadership in conducting in-depth contract and coverage reviews. Prior to Emergent, Martin was assistant vice president and claims advocate lead at Alliant Insurance Services in San Francisco. At Alliant, he provided client advocacy for complex, high-value claims.

Al has worked in the insurance industry for more than 25 years, specializing in risk management. He has held many positions including broker, relationship manager, underwriter, corporate risk manager, and risk and strategy consultant. Al places great emphasis on education and continues to take professional courses to learn about new products and services.

Todd is responsible for sales marketing, partnerships, communications, brand initiatives and enhancing the client experience. With more than 25 years of experience, Todd well-rounded background offers clients the opportunity to experience a hospitality approach to the insurance industry. Prior to joining Emergent, Todd led sales marketing and brand initiatives at Lockton Insurance Brokers in San Francisco. Todd spent the first ten years of his career in the luxury hospitality industry.

After graduating from CSU Sacramento, Jeff moved to San Francisco and started working at the boutique insurance firm, Fort Point Insurance Services. Fort Point focused on the insurance and risk management needs of high-net-worth individuals and families. Jeff spent nearly five years there before joining G2 Insurance Services in 2013.

Jeff is our Director of IT and responsible for all IT systems. He implements and administrates all computer hardware and software including our client portal, agency management system, Office365, phone system, Internet, computers, and printers/copiers. He is always looking to integrate new technologies at G2.

Jeff lives in Novato with his wife, Sara, and two young boys, Cole and Oliver. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, traveling, rooting for the New England Patriots and San Francisco Giants and is passionate about history. His future dream job is to be a high school history teacher.

Matthew is a 3rd generation insurance broker, building on the legacy of his grandfather, Richard Goldman. A 5th generation San Franciscan, Matthew sits on the boards of the Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund as well as the Stern Grove Festival Association, where he contributes his talent for developing creative solutions to organizations. He is also an advisory board member at the UC Berkeley Center for Non-Profit and Public Leadership at the Haas School of Business. Matthew graduated from UC Berkeley with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis on Nonprofit Management and Philanthropy.

Jason is a 3rd generation insurance broker, building on the legacy of his grandfather, Richard Goldman. A 5th generation San Franciscan, Jason serves on the boards of the Lisa and Douglas Goldman Fund and the Stern Grove Festival Association, where he contributes his talent for developing creative solutions. He is also an advisory board member at the UC Berkeley Center for Social Sector Leadership at the Haas School of Business. Jason graduated from UC Berkeley with a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis on Nonprofit Management and Philanthropy.