Slide Insurance : Everything you need to know

Slide Insurance : Everything you need to know
Headquarters address 4221 W Boy Scout Blvd, Suite 200, Tampa, FL 33607, United States
Year established 2021     
Company type Insurance company
Number of employees 200+200+
Expertise Property insurance
Key people Bruce Lucas (CEO), Jesse Schalk (president & CFO), Shannon Lucas (COO & chief risk officer)

 

Slide Insurance is a technology-driven property insurance company that offers customizable coverage options to homeowners in Florida and South Carolina. The insurer uses artificial intelligence and big data to streamline the insurance process for both agents and policyholders. ​

History of Slide Insurance

Slide Insurance was founded in 2021 by Bruce and Shannon Lucas and began operations in February 2022. The company expanded rapidly, becoming one of the largest coastal insurance providers in the US. Its network of over 5,000 agents across Florida and South Carolina helped trigger this growth. ​

Products and Services of Slide Insurance

Slide Insurance offers a range of products tailored to meet diverse property insurance needs:​

  • Homeowners’ insurance: customizable policies for various homeowner requirements ​
  • Condominium insurance: coverage specifically designed for condo owners ​
  • DP3 & landlord insurance: policies catering to landlords and rental property owners ​
  • Commercial residential insurance: insurance products for homeowner and condominium associations ​

The insurer emphasizes flexibility, allowing policyholders to adjust coverage to fit their needs and budget. ​

Culture at Slide Insurance

Slide Insurance fosters a culture driven by the following core values:​

  • Keep It Real: Encouraging authenticity and transparency
  • Be an Intrapreneur: Promoting innovation within the organization​
  • Empower Differences: Valuing diversity and inclusion
  • Slide It Forward: Committing to community support and resilience​
  • Enjoy the Journey: Emphasizing a positive and engaging work environment​

These principles guide the company's operations and interactions with both employees and the communities they serve. ​

Bruce Lucas – founder and CEO of Slide Insurance

About Slide Insurance co-founder Bruce Lucas and key people

Bruce Lucas is the co-founder and CEO of Slide Insurance. He leads the company's strategic vision and growth initiatives. Prior to establishing Slide, he founded Heritage Insurance, expanding the company from a startup to over $1 billion in annual revenue across 15 states.

Slide’s executive team also includes:

  • Jesse Schalk: President & chief financial officer​
  • Shannon Lucas: COO & chief risk officer​
  • Rao Tadepalli: Chief information officer​
  • John Devoe: Chief claims officer​
  • Russell McCollough: Chief actuary​
  • Rachel Carr: Chief marketing officer​
  • Shannon Gougis: Chief people officer​
  • Chas Powell: SVP of sales​
  • Jonathan Mertz: SVP of operations​
  • Vern Kirchhoff: SVP of data analytics​
  • Matt Larson: SVP of risk management​

This leadership team brings together expertise in technology, insurance, and other business ventures. ​

The Future at Slide Insurance

Slide Insurance is committed to long-term service and innovation in the property insurance sector. The company maintains a Financial Stability Rating of A (Exceptional) from Demotech and invests in a robust reinsurance program exceeding regulatory requirements. These measures ensure financial resilience and the capacity to support policyholders effectively in the future.

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