Patriot Growth Insurance Services, LLC, one of the fastest-growing insurance agencies in the United States, has promoted John Galaviz to the newly created role of President, effective immediately. Galaviz will continue to serve as Chief Financial Officer.
The appointment, announced by Matt Gardner, Chairman and CEO, marks a significant step in Patriot’s national expansion. “John’s leadership, vision, and operational expertise have been crucial to our success,” Gardner said. “I am confident that his expanded role will accelerate our growth and enhance our infrastructure to better support our agencies and clients.”
Galaviz joined Patriot in 2023 as CFO and has since become a trusted advisor to the company’s executive leadership, Board of Directors, and agency principals nationwide. In his new role, he will focus on driving growth, enhancing collaboration across the organization, and improving operational efficiency.
“I am honored to take on this new role and build on the momentum we’ve created at Patriot,” Galaviz said. “I’ve had the privilege of working with talented professionals in the industry, and I’m excited to partner more closely with my colleagues as we continue building the company we’ve always wanted to work for.”
Galaviz brings over 20 years of insurance industry experience, having worked on both the brokerage and carrier sides. His background includes experience with private equity-backed organizations, giving him valuable insight into high-growth environments. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Stanford University.
About Patriot Growth Insurance Services
Founded in 2019, Patriot is a growth-focused national insurance services firm partnering with employee benefits and property and casualty agencies across the U.S. The company is ranked as the 24th largest broker in the U.S. by Business Insurance and has been named to the 2024 Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. With over 2,000 employees operating in more than 100 locations across 28 states, Patriot’s collaborative model provides resources and strategic support to its agencies while maintaining their local independence.
