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Brown & Brown Integrates Risk Strategies Talent to its Team

October 3, 2025 by AC Editor

Leadership updates will help power Retail segment expansion

John Mina

Brown & Brown is pleased to announce several strategic updates to its Retail segment leadership team, reinforcing the company’s commitment to delivering world-class solutions and accelerating collaboration across its global footprint.

As part of its ongoing integration efforts following the acquisition of Risk Strategies, Brown & Brown is focused on unlocking new opportunities for growth, collaboration and our ability to scale. To help us meet these key objectives, the leaders below will join the existing Retail segment leadership team as Retail Senior Leaders (RSLs) and Retail Vice Presidents (RVPs).

Retail Senior Leaders (RSLs):

  • John Mina
  • John Greenbaum
  • John Scroope
  • John Vaglica

Retail Vice Presidents (RVPs):

  • Ed Flanagan
  • Steve Giannone
  • Neil Krauter, Sr.
  • Robert Rosenzweig
  • Patrick Roth

Each of these individuals will continue to lead their current businesses while taking on expanded responsibilities that will help drive strategic initiatives across the segment.

North American Retail Brokerage Leader

Additionally, Brown & Brown is excited to name Mark Manzi as its North American Retail Brokerage Leader. In this role, Mark will oversee carrier relationships across Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits and Personal Lines, ensuring strategic alignment and excellence in service delivery.

Regarding these appointments, John Mina, senior vice president of the Retail segment, shared, “The caliber of talent and proven track record these leaders bring to our Retail segment is exceptional. Each has consistently demonstrated the ability to deliver results, build strong partnerships and lead with integrity. Their collective experience will not only strengthen our ability to serve our customers but also position us to unlock new opportunities for growth across the Retail business. I am confident they will inspire our teams and drive continued success as we move forward together.”

Barrett Brown, executive vice president and president of the Retail segment, said, “These appointments mark a pivotal moment for our Retail segment. By bringing together leaders with deep specialization and a shared commitment to excellence, we are strengthening our foundation for scalable growth and enhanced collaboration. Their expanded roles will accelerate our ability to deliver innovative solutions, deepen carrier partnerships and elevate the customer experience across every line of business. This is more than a leadership update—it’s a strategic leap forward for Retail.”

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