Specialized Insurance,
Simplified Solutions.

Welcome to Arbour Specialty

Arbour Specialty is a wholesale outlet of specialized coverage for personal and business insurance options. We serve independent agents in the southeast by offering leading carrier appointments with dedicated, personal service. Log in to our agent center to access the tools and resources you need to find the right policies for your clients.

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Our People

Our unwavering commitment to independent retail agents and their producers is at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating life-long relationships and helping our partners grow their client base while leveraging our extensive industry expertise to deliver exceptional support.

Melinda Beisel

Melinda Beisel, CIC, AINS, MBA

Director of Marketing

Melinda is our Director of Marketing where she helps share the story of who we are and how we care for our agents and their clients. With a background in marketing and underwriting leadership, she focuses on creating partnerships that build trust and connection.

Matt Boone, AINS, AIS, AU, CISR

Underwriter, Commercial Lines

Matt is a knowledgeable Commercial Lines Underwriter with a solid background in brokerage operations. He takes the time to understand each client’s needs and uses his industry expertise to create solutions that work for your business.

Dianne Brennan

Dianne Brennan

Underwriter, Personal Lines

Dedicated insurance professional with 30+ years in the Excess & Surplus Lines industry (Personal Lines).  She is experienced in writing those hard-to-place risks and is focused on providing excellent service to our agents and building lasting relationships.

Crista Campbell

Customer Service Representative

Crista is a dedicated member of our customer service team, proudly supporting multiple companies with care and professionalism. Her expertise and commitment ensure you always receive attentive, reliable service.

Jamie Canady

Jamie Canady

Personal Lines Underwriter

Jamie is new to our Personal Lines Underwriting team. With an insurance career including the admitted and non-admitted markets, she seeks to provide the best markets that fit each risk. She strives to bring the best service to our agents and values long lasting relationships that mutually benefit agents and Arbour Specialty. Jamie is dedicated to learning the needs of the agents and matching those needs to the markets which we provide.

Maria Carter

Executive VP

Maria is a key member of the leadership team, providing strategic leadership and cultivating strong partnerships both within the organization and with external partners and agencies.

Dana Darley

Senior Customer Service Representative & Renewal Underwriter

Dana is your go-to expert for agency-billed commercial renewals and service. With her expertise and approachable style, she ensures the process is smooth, stress-free, and tailored to your needs.

Kim Dobson

Customer Service Representative

Kim is committed to delivering outstanding customer service as our dedicated USLI representative. Her focus on client satisfaction and keen attention to detail help create a smooth, hassle-free experience every time.

Savannah Hopper

Savannah Hopper

Marketing Coordinator

As Marketing Coordinator, Savannah supports our Marketing team by managing daily administrative operations. She works closely with our internal team, vendors, and our agencies to help build successful, long-lasting partnerships.

Mary Ellen Lackey

Mary Ellen Lackey

Territory Manager

Mary Ellen has been in the insurance industry for 35+ years and demonstrates excellent customer service and cultivates strong agency relationships.

John Layfield

Underwriter, Commercial and Personal Lines

John is an experienced underwriter with a strong background in both commercial and personal lines insurance. He brings a well-rounded perspective to risk assessment and policy development.

Jenny Paul

CFO

Jenny is our Chief Financial Officer, providing strategic leadership and valuable financial insight. Her vision and experience have been key in restructuring and building strong finance and administrative teams, driving the success and growth of our organization.

Philana Perez

Philana Perez

Underwriter, Commercial Lines

Philana joined Arbour Specialty in 2025 as a Commercial Lines Underwriter / Broker. 35+ years in the insurance arena with over 20+ years focused on Excess & Surplus Lines coverages in the challenging Florida market. She is focused on building solid agent relationships while building a profitable book of business. Her extensive knowledge and experience allow her to better understand the coverage needs for each individual insured.

Christi Pool

Senior Underwriter, Commercial Lines

Christi is a seasoned pro in commercial lines underwriting. With her deep industry knowledge, she skillfully handles complex risks and creates customized insurance solutions that fit the unique needs of each business she works with.

Jamie Reed

Jamie Reed, ARM, AIS, CPIA

Territory Manager

Jamie Reed’s insurance career began in 1999 as an Independent Agent. His professional experience includes positions at wholesale brokers and insurance carriers, providing him with unique, multifaceted industry insights. Jamie continues to enjoy building long-term, successful partnerships to support Independent Agents.

Blake Roberts

Blake Roberts

Associate Underwriter, Commercial Lines

Blake is a seasoned Commercial Lines Underwriter specializing in Florida’s E&S market. He partners with retail agents to place tailored non-admitted coverage and build lasting client relationships.

Rebecca Roberts, CPCU, ASLI

President

Rebecca joined Arbour Specialty as President in 2025 and is focused on leading the next chapter of growth. Throughout her award-winning career, Rebecca has built leading teams by driving continuous process improvements and launching innovative specialty products.

Amy Stanley

Senior Underwriter, Personal Lines

Amy brings 30+ years extensive expertise in personal lines underwriting. Amy’s dedication to excellence and her ability to navigate complex underwriting challenges make her a trusted expert in personal lines insurance.

Keith Stephenson

Keith Stephenson

Practice Group Leader – Garage & Transportation

Keith brings 36 years of experience specializing in Garage and Transportation products. He has a proven track record of providing excellent service and driving profitable growth.

Christina Yang

Senior Accountant

Christina is a Senior Accountant at Arbour Specialty. She brings a broad and diverse range of full-cycle accounting expertise, gained from both public and private industries.

Contact Us

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