GREENVILLE, S.C., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Canal Insurance Company announced the appointment of Sai Thotapalli as Vice President, Chief Technology Officer. Thotapalli brings over 25 years of experience in the insurance technology sector.
Throughout his career, Thotapalli has held technical leadership roles at several major insurance companies, including Nationwide, State Farm, and Great American Insurance Group. He has extensive expertise in areas such as insurance, automation, IT governance, cloud computing, and enterprise architecture. Thotapalli has a track record of leading successful technology modernization projects designed to enhance operational efficiency, elevate customer experiences, and build competitive advantages.
Sai Thotapalli graduated from Sri Sathya Sai University in India and earned a master’s degree in finance from Franklin University. His ability to leverage emerging technologies, optimize IT investments, and drive sustainable, profitable growth will be key as Canal Insurance Company continues to expand its core business lines and diversify within Canal Financial Group.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sai to our executive team,” said Paul Brocklebank, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Canal Insurance Company. “His exceptional track record of bridging the gap between business and technology, leading platform modernization and automation initiatives will play a pivotal role in enhancing Canal’s business operations.”
About Canal Insurance Company:
Rated A- by A.M. Best, Canal Insurance Company specializes in providing insurance to commercial trucking and specialty transportation businesses. The company serves its clients through selected professional agents and has been in operation for over 85 years. For additional information, visit canalinsurance.com.
