Welcome to the Northeast region!

With powerhouse cities, bustling industry and farming, we’re proud to be part of a region that’s always on the go. Whether you’re rooting for the Red Sox or the Yankees, we’re happy to connect with you!

Region locations

  • Connecticut
  • Maine
  • Massachusetts
  • New Hampshire
  • New York
  • Rhode Island
  • Vermont
One of the many places to visit in the Northeast Region is the Statue of Liberty in New York City.
One of the many sights in the Northeast Region is a red lobster sitting in a cage on a fishing boat.
Fresh-made maple syrup, a staple in the Northeast Region, is being poured out of a silver pitcher.

Facts & figures

Premium written in the region

724M

As of January, 2026

Established in 1977

It all began here for us… with our founding by Paul Branch in New York state. A shift from buying agencies to affiliating with them by contract led to the birth of the agency network concept and the launch of Ironpeak. Kevin McKay joined us in 2008, putting his regional knowledge and connections to good use helping both Members and carriers build productive, profitable relationships.  

Fun fact

Ben Franklin is a notable alumnus of the first public school in the U.S., Boston Latin, founded in 1635. He famously dropped out to pursue a range of other interests, including the founding of the first insurance company in the U.S., The Philadelphia Contributionship (TPC). TPC is an Ironpeak partner and going strong to this day.

The Northeast

Helping agents and carriers drive performance

Matt Ward

Managing Partner and Executive Vice President

Ted Branch

Managing Partner

Kevin McKay

Regional Vice President

Ben Ward

Regional Director

Charlie Orbann

Regional Manager

Gary Reisman

Regional Manager

Kathy Patenaude

Regional Manager

Marshall Glass

Regional Manager

Tom Gibbons

Regional Manager

Jennifer Anders

Regional Support Specialist

I am proud to recognize the Northeast as Ironpeak’s Region of the Year. Kevin McKay and his expert team helped our 472 Member Agencies reach new heights, growing commissions by 15.2% and contingency revenue by 30.2%.
Matt Ward
Matt Ward
Managing Partner and Executive Vice President
An Ironpeak regional manager speaks with a Member Agent.

Carrier locator

More choice, more potential

We take a strategic approach to identify the right carrier mix. Our regional managers are skilled at knowing each carrier’s appetites and openness for new appointments and new business.

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