Commercial Insurance

Specialists in protecting assets. And community.

At G2, we believe in focusing on the things we're most passionate about. Our experts will guide you through the process of developing and maintaining a high-quality insurance program to protect your company or organization. At the same time, our team is dedicated to working with you to make the world a better place. Together, we will find ways to steward our resources for the good of our organizations and our collective community.

  1. Lauren Erickson Named 2023 Nonprofit Power Broker

Lauren Erickson, Nonprofit Practice Leader for G2 Insurance Services™, has been named a Power Broker® for 2023 by Risk & Insurance magazine. Erickson was awarded Power Broker status in 2020 as well. Each time, she was one of only six recognized nationally in the nonprofit category. “We’re extremely proud of Lauren’s accomplishment,” said Russell Brown, Chief Revenue Officer. “Her passion for client service, problem-solving attitude, and entrepreneurial thinking are hallmarks of the culture at G2, and Relation as a whole.” […]

  1. The Benefits and Risks of Fiscal Sponsorship

Whether your organization is considering becoming a fiscal sponsor or a sponsee, a number of benefits and risks should be considered before entering into an agreement. In this educational webinar, co-hosts G2, BPM, Davis Wright Tremaine and Community Initiatives discuss: Whether or not a sponsorship structure is right for your organization  The relationship and lifecycle of a fiscally sponsored project  How to define a successful relationship from inception through the exit stage  The legal and fiscal responsibilities of sponsors from […]

  1. G2 Supports Environmental Sustainability – Vanguard Magazine

In a recent article in Vanguard Magazine, G2 acknowledged the important work of our good friend, Michael Costanzo, General Counsel and Director of Security at California Academy of Sciences. G2 supports environmental sustainability and is proud to be associated with this incredible organization. “I strive to understand what our scientists are doing, what their objectives are and what’s important about the research. From there, I do risk assessment and then identify what tools are available to manage the risk.” Michael […]

  1. Insurance 101 for Nonprofits

Amalgamated Bank and G2 teamed up for a webinar titled “Insurance 101 for Nonprofits” aimed at demystifying insurance concepts, purpose and terminology for nonprofit organizations. Maura Keaney, VP of Commercial Banking at Amalgamated Bank, hosted the session. The presenters included: Lauren Erickson, VP, Nonprofit Practice, G2 Mark Battat, VP, Personal Risk Management, G2 Cynthia Jenkins, VP, Family Office Executive, G2 This webinar provided guidance and practical takeaways, including how to better: Understand insurance vs. risk management Identify what a modern, […]

  1. 2020 Year in Review

With all the challenges of this past year, we remain proud of our Associates and business partners, thankful for our clients and community, and humbled by all those who supported our team through difficult times. Now, we look forward to a new year as we work confidently to protect all who are dear to us. Click below to read the full letter from our Co-CEOs:

  1. What to know about SB 1159

On September 17, 2020, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1159 into law.  In addition to codifying the Governor’s Executive Order N-62-20, which established a time-limited rebuttable presumption for workers who are diagnosed with COVID-19, the bill extends the presumption to January 1, 2023 and maintains the narrow time period during which an employer can rebut the presumption. 

  1. Defining independent contractors: How will AB5 affect your business?

Many businesses use independent contractors in their operations on a daily basis. A new law which Governor Gavin Newsom signed on September 18, 2019 – Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) – looks to change that by codifying the ABC test handed down by the California Supreme Court in the recent case of Dynamex which distinguishes employees from independent contractors.

  1. Lowering your insurance premiums during COVID-19

As a Risk Management Consultant and Insurance Broker for nonprofits, it feels like every day brings a new set of guideline and declarations. Every organization is trying to pivot, get creative, stay in front of their audiences and donors, and figure out what the long game looks like. As I talk to my clients about their immediate and future needs as it pertains to insurance and risk management in the face of COVID-19, one question is constant:

  1. G2 Adds Family Office & Wealth Advisory Practice

G2 continues to expand its Personal Risk Management division by adding a Family Office & Wealth Advisory practice, led by industry expert, Shirley Gordon. Shirley partners primarily with wealth advisors, attorneys, and CPAs on personal risk management.   She delivers in-depth discovery, custom insurance placement,  and exceptional protection programs to successful individuals, families, and family offices.