Press Release

Christopher Kakel Named Power Broker by Risk & Insurance Magazine

March 3, 2017

Woodruff Sawyer announced today that Christopher Kakel has been named “Power Broker” by Risk and Insurance magazine.  The Power Broker award recognizes the best commercial property/casualty brokers in more than 20 industry categories across the nation. The distinguished group of brokers was selected based on key factors including creativity in finding solutions for their clients, responsiveness and dedication to customer service, and their industry knowledge.  This is the third time that Chris has received the designation in his career.

“We are so pleased to see that Chris has been named a Power Broker,” said Andy Barrengos, CEO. “This is a well-deserved recognition of his expertise and dedication to finding cutting-edge solutions for our clients’ complex risk needs.”

Chris is a SVP and Partner who joined Woodruff Sawyer in 2014 as a founding member of the firm’s Denver office.   His expertise resides in various product lines including workers’ compensation, general/products liability, auto liability, umbrella/excess liability, professional liability, captives, self-insurance, collateral mitigation strategies, and other risk financing approaches. Chris was named to Woodruff Sawyer’s board of directors in 2016.

About Woodruff Sawyer

As one of the largest independent insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the US, Woodruff Sawyer protects the people and assets of more than 4,000 companies. We provide expert counsel and fierce advocacy to protect clients against their most critical risks in property & casualty, management liability, cyber liability, employee benefits, and personal wealth management. An active partner of Assurex Global and International Benefits Network, we provide expertise and customized solutions where clients need it, with headquarters in San Francisco, offices throughout the US, and global reach on six continents. For more information, call 844.972.6326, or visit woodruffsawyer.com.