Patriot Growth Insurance Services has announced the appointment of Jorge Martinez as vice president of carrier and wholesale relationships. In the newly created role, Martinez will work closely with Patriot’s carrier administration team and partner agencies.

Martinez will be responsible for developing and maintaining key insurance company and wholesale relationships. He will also conduct in-depth business reviews to gather insights and identify new opportunities for clients with key carrier partners.

“I’m excited to be part of the Patriot team, and I look forward to making a positive impact,” Martinez said. “I have experience working on the carrier and agency sides of the business, so I feel uniquely qualified and prepared for this role. Patriot has a very collaborative model, and I look forward to working with the team.”

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Martinez has 15 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Patriot, he served as senior vice president of carrier relations at ISU Insurance Agency Network.

“I am thrilled Jorge joined Patriot because I’m confident he will make a meaningful contribution in this important role,” said Patrick Savage, senior vice president of operations at Patriot. “As Patriot continues to grow at an accelerated pace, Jorge’s background is ideal to build upon the strong carrier relationships we have already established and to help our agency partners maximize those relationships.”