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Partnership Between Specialty Program Group and Vertafore

On October 30, 2025, Vertafore®, a leader in insurance technology, declared its partnership with Specialty Program Group LLC (SPG) aimed at enhancing the efficiency of insurance operations. SPG has opted for Vertafore’s Surefyre™, a cutting-edge platform designed to modernize the digital experience for retail agencies and streamline the submission process.

As a formidable player in the specialty and wholesale brokerage arena, SPG sought a versatile and adaptable solution that could equip its retail agents with the necessary digital tools to improve quoting and underwriting processes. SPG's requirement extended to a system that could work fluidly with its main frameworks, namely AIM™ and ImageRight®, while also providing a foundation for upcoming AI-driven functionalities.

Utilizing Surefyre, SPG acknowledges the advantages of enhanced integration, innovation, and scalability, provided by a reliable partner like Vertafore. Surefyre is not merely a platform; it serves as an AI-enabled, low-code/no-code agent portal coupled with an underwriting workbench uniquely tailored for managing general agents (MGAs) and wholesalers. The seamless application experiences offered through Surefyre can significantly reduce time spent, yielding up to 2.5 hours saved per policy issued.

Maryellen Dolan, the Chief Operating Officer at SPG, emphasized, “Collaborating with Vertafore has powered us to establish a true technology ecosystem. This partnership simplifies complex processes and reduces friction for our teams, promoting a better client experience. Incorporating Surefyre marks the next evolution in our platform, allowing for scalability as we grow.” She highlighted that Vertafore is not simply a service provider, but a committed partner invested in the long-term success of SPG.

Future of Operations with AI Integration

SPG's vision for long-term success is bolstered by its plans to integrate current and future AI capabilities into Surefyre. These innovative AI functionalities will streamline submission processes and refine risk selection methods. Among the upcoming tools are:

• - A PDF-to-webform conversion feature to swiftly create new digital submission forms, expected to launch later this year.
• - An AI-based ingestion tool for navigating unstructured submission data, launching in 2026.

Elizabeth Thimme, SPG's Vice President of Digital Strategy and Implementation, stated, “Our focus on AI significantly influenced our technology decision-making. Surefyre simplifies our submission processes today while providing the reassurance of being equipped for future efficiencies powered by AI.”

Vertafore stands as North America’s top technology partner for MGAs and wholesalers, catering to more organizations than any other InsurTech. Currently, 85% of the top 20 MGAs in the U.S., based on premium volume, rely on Vertafore solutions to enhance their operational capabilities.

Emily McGinn, General Manager of MGA and Wholesaler at Vertafore, remarked, “The partnership between SPG and Vertafore illustrates what is achievable when industry frontrunners invest jointly in future prospects. With solutions like Surefyre, AIM, and ImageRight, SPG is on track to accelerate its operational efficiency today while capitalizing on Vertafore's AI leadership.”

About Specialty Program Group LLC

Specialty Program Group LLC (SPG) is a foremost specialty platform stationed in Chicago, IL. It boasts an extensive portfolio of operations in specialty insurance, encompassing underwriting management, digital solutions, wholesale, and specialty retail brokerage as well as insurance services. SPG’s established history of scaling top-tier businesses involves providing essential resources, technological advancements, process efficiencies, and deep-rooted carrier relationships to aid others in expanding their specialty enterprises.

To delve deeper into how SPG can assist you in scaling your specialty business, visit specialtyprogramgroup.com.

About Vertafore

Vertafore is recognized as North America’s leader in InsurTech, dedicated to automating and simplifying the insurance lifecycle, so that independent agents, MGAs, and insurers can prioritize essential elements of their work. The solutions Vertafore offers empower connected agencies, foster innovation for MGAs, and constitute the most comprehensive distribution management platform in the insurance sector. Leading at the intersection of innovation and trust, Vertafore aims to deliver professionals in the insurance landscape with the confidence to transform their operations. For more information, visit vertafore.com.