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“No matter how many clients I have, I make sure to call each one personally every quarter. It’s a chance to not only update them on their portfolio, but also check on how they’re doing personally”
Kelvin Rampersad,
Carte Wealth Management
Jason Sawin is area executive vice president at Risk Placement Services (RPS).
He specializes in placing property risks, including high-value and catastrophe-exposed assets, and structuring sophisticated coverage solutions for clients across various industries.
Over the course of almost two decades in the insurance sector, he has developed deep expertise and believes that being a specialist enables superior performance as it allows him to recognize patterns and gain valuable insights that enhance his ability to understand property placements, quickly analyze risk profiles, and make intuitive decisions for trusted agents.
“In addition, his approach to attracting and retaining clients is rooted in shared values, trust, empathy, and mutual understanding.”
“I prioritize listening to my clients to truly understand their needs and values, rather than focusing solely on my own accomplishments,” says Sawin. “I strive to go above and beyond by consistently over-delivering on promises and creating personalized insurance solutions tailored to each client's unique requirements.”
The lifeblood of his business is understanding retail trading partners, as their different needs and expectations shape Sawin’s strategy and direction each quarter. To identify these needs, he adopts a persistent and proactive approach.
Sawin explains, “I consistently engage with my clients, striving to ask the right questions and listening attentively to their responses at every opportunity. This ongoing dialogue ensures that I am aligned with their aims and can effectively act upon them.”
Sawin’s strongest quality is resilience, and he cites a quote from retired Navy SEAL and motivational speaker David Goggins: "Who’s gonna carry the boats?”
“I embody this mindset in both my professional and personal life, continuously pushing myself and those around me to achieve excellence. This philosophy extends to my client relationships, where I ensure that my partners always have a steadfast advocate in their corner, ready to navigate the most challenging insurance landscapes,” comments Sawin.
Achieving success in his career, including being named as one of IBA’s Top Specialist Brokers 2025, is the result of Sawin relying on three fundamental qualities: attitude, effort, and progress.
He embodies these by consistently delivering more than what is required and is prepared to do what is necessary to excel.
“I adopt an aggressive approach, actively tackling challenges and pushing through obstacles rather than remaining passive or uninspired when faced with difficult risk profiles. I maintain an open and expansive perspective, which allows me to identify creative solutions that others might overlook.”
While some may find the wholesale market overly demanding, for Sawin the intensive sector is the perfect platform for him to leverage the full range of his abilities.
He adds, “I thrive in the dynamic and chaotic insurance marketplace, as it provides a platform to showcase creative strategies daily. By embracing market conditions, I seize opportunities to demonstrate my expertise in property placements.”
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Jason Sawin
Area Executive Vice President
Risk Placement Services
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“I strongly believe in working smarter, not harder. I think it’s one of the keys to living a great life, and I want to share that with as many people as possible”
Kelvin Rampersad,
Carte Wealth Management
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2022
Began insurance career as a primary casualty underwriter
2007
Became an E&S wholesale broker and joined Brown & Riding
2013
Promoted to Vice President
2014
Honored as a winner of Insurance Business America’s Young Guns award, highlighting the industry’s rising stars
2018
Became a Brown & Riding shareholder and Senior Vice President
2022
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