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Steve Miller, Managing Partner & Innovation Lead, IOA
Steve Miller, CIC, CRM
Managing Partner & Innovation Lead
IOA, Pleasanton, Calif.
Because RRAI sells into both commercial and defense markets, the autonomous-transportation company can be tough to insure, said its CEO, Josh Araujo. And its insurance needs are complex, running the gamut from cyber to inland marine to professional liability, Araujo added.
But with Steve Miller as its broker, RRAI’s insurance renewals have been reliably seamless. “He’s able to dissect it down for the carriers and find the optimal solution that gets us what we need to run the business at a price that makes sense,” Araujo said. Miller has a deep understanding of RRAI and the markets in which it does business. And the broker is able to convey the company’s options in clear, transparent terms that lead to an informed decision. “I trust Steve implicitly that he’s got the best interests of the company in mind,” Araujo said.
Another client describes working with Miller as a partnership. “The relationship just never felt transactional, and so often in this industry it can,” said the client, an executive at a cutting-edge transportation technology company. Miller has been instrumental in ensuring the company has the coverage it needs as it grows, the executive added. Miller has also been an effective voice for what is still a nascent industry, said the executive, who was familiar with Miller’s efforts prior to hiring him as a broker.
“Steve has historically done a great job at market education, market advocacy and otherwise really trying to think outside the box,” the executive said.
2024 Technology Power Broker Winners and Finalists
What is a Power Broker?
A Risk & Insurance Power Broker® is an individual who stands out among their peers for the exceptional client work they have delivered over the past year. While brokers play many key roles in the insurance industry and risk profession, a Power Broker® award recognizes problem solving, customer service and industry knowledge.
Our goal is to broadly recognize and promote outstanding risk management and customer service among the brokerage community.
Who selects the winners?
Power Brokers are selected by risk managers based on the strength of the testimonials they provide to a team of 15 Risk & Insurance editors and writers.
