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Rhode Island

A team of experienced insurance professionals.

Ironpeak is an intentionally lean organization comprised of experienced insurance professionals who take their role as trusted advisors seriously and who are committed to partnering with Member Agencies and carrier partners for their mutual benefit.

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Rhode Island

Kathy Patenaude, CIC

Regional Manager

Regional Manager:
Ironpeak Northeast

Kathy Patenaude, CIC

Regional Manager

Kathy’s 25 years in the insurance industry and solid agency background as a producer, manager and owner, drives her commitment to support her Members’ efforts to organically grow, maximize revenue and enhance agency value. She is deeply skilled at working with her Members to identify and implement marketing initiatives, optimize books of business and align Ironpeak resources to enhance agency value. She manages Members in Connecticut and Rhode Island.

Kevin McKay

Regional Vice President

Regional Vice President:
Ironpeak Northeast

Kevin McKay

Regional Vice President

Kevin draws on over 32 years of experience as an agency owner and producer to deliver outstanding counsel and direction to his Members and prospects. Kevin specializes in market optimization, utilizing Ironpeak strategies and resources to build agency revenue and value, and functions as a true trusted advisor on a variety of agency management issues. In his current role as Regional Vice President of Ironpeak Northeast, Kevin is responsible for both member and carrier relationships in this seven state region.

Matt Ward

Managing Partner & Executive Vice President

Managing Partner & Executive Vice President:

Matt Ward

Managing Partner & Executive Vice President

Hired in 1985 as the first Ironpeak regional manager, Matt has been instrumental in expanding Ironpeak beyond its home state of New York. Matt’s unique position straddling the field and home office worlds makes him an invaluable resource to both. Matt serves as an executive officer and leads four regions - Ironpeak Northeast, Ironpeak Mid-Atlantic Group, Ironpeak Midwest, and Ironpeak South – as a managing partner. Matt oversees carrier partner relationships and field operations. Innovation and commitment to the independent agency channel have defined Matt’s insurance career. Creator of the PartnerPlan®, Matt constantly pushes Ironpeak to find new ways to reward highly partnered Member Agencies. Contact Matt at (804) 370-2862 or mward@ironpeak.com.

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