Southeastern Insurance Solutions is a Charleston-based insurance agency with long-term client relationships throughout the Southeast and Texas.
Specializing in both commercial and personal insurance, along with employee benefits, we prioritize attentive listening and a thorough understanding of our clients’ needs. This approach enables us to deliver timely and comprehensive insurance solutions at competitive rates. Through our extensive network of carrier partners, we ensure that all aspects of our clients’ insurance requirements are met.
Our seasoned agents offer expert advice on tailored insurance options that align with the specific needs and risk profiles of our clients. Once coverage is established, our commitment to exceptional service continues with ongoing communication and support for both businesses and individuals we serve. In the event of a claim, our dedicated agents and staff are readily accessible to facilitate a smooth and stress-free claims process. Our proactive approach to claims handling underscores our commitment to customer satisfaction and distinguishes us within the industry.
Dan Batten
Dan embarked on his career in the insurance industry in 2009 by establishing the Charleston branch of Highsmith Insurance. As an Owner/Partner of the Raleigh-based firm, he played a pivotal role in driving sales growth for the new branch and later participated in the 2018 acquisition of Highsmith Insurance by Marsh and McLennan Agency (MMA). Following the acquisition, Dan served as Vice President within MMA’s Mid-Atlantic region for three years.
In March 2021, Dan founded Southeastern Insurance Solutions (SIS), focusing on commercial property and business insurance across the Southeast and Texas, while also addressing personal insurance needs in these regions. As the Managing Partner of SIS, Dan is committed to overseeing all aspects of the company to ensure that clients receive the highest level of professional service for their insurance requirements.
Dan’s extensive experience and unwavering dedication to the insurance industry have earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor and leader. His approach combines industry expertise with a personalized touch, ensuring that every client receives exceptional service and customized insurance coverage to protect their assets and businesses effectively.
Our Team
Alex Rogers
Alex grew up in Charleston and graduated from the University of South Carolina with degrees in History and Business Administration. He began his insurance carrier working with Dan at Highsmith Insurance, and later Marsh and McLennan Agency. Alex has nearly a decade of experience in the insurance industry, with a focus in the commercial space. As the Commercial Lines Team Leader, he is responsible for gaining new carrier appointments to find the best products and rates available, helping determine the insurance needs for our clients, and quoting, servicing, and remarketing business when necessary. Whether it is writing insurance for a business or a home, he takes a service-oriented approach to help clients find the best, most affordable coverage for their assets.
Ann Kimball Gustafson
Ann Kimball manages our personal lines business and brings over 20 years of experience to the agency. She began her career as a producer for State Farm before joining PURE Insurance. During her time at PURE, she provided consultative risk management advice for owners of high valued homes throughout the country. As a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Chartered Private Risk Insurance Advisor (CPRIA), she brings an invaluable amount of insurance knowledge to our clients and our SIS team.
Steve Farish
Steve has been in Employee Benefits for 40 plus years. He has worked throughout the Southeast with insurance carriers, consulting firms and brokerage firms. He began in Group sales with Provident Life & Accident in five different states, before moving into brokerage/consulting with Palmer & Cay, in Columbia and Charleston. There he advanced from Sales Manager to Partner and became a Practice Leader for Voluntary Benefits. Several years later he went to work with Aflac as Group Manager for the Carolinas. He became the senior Group Rep for SC in Columbia and enjoyed 9 successful years working with the large consulting firms and specialty brokers. Steve is now charged with building the Benefits Department for Southeastern Insurance Solutions.
Skye Del Monte
Skye is originally from Northern Virginia but at a young age moved to the Charleston area. She attended Wando High School and continued schooling through Trident Technical College. She began her career in insurance as the Administrative Assistant at Southeastern Insurance Solutions. Since then, Skye has acquired her Property and Casualty Insurance license and is dedicated to providing assistance wherever it’s needed within the team.
Christina Northrup
Christina Northrup manages our Group Voluntary Benefits division and brings over 15 years of experience in the insurance industry to SIS. Christina is from Pawnee, IL and relocated to Charleston 8 years ago. She is licensed in L&A and started her career here in Charleston with Palmetto Benefits Solutions, working directly with Producers and Plan Administrators. She then moved to Core Enrollment Solutions where she worked with Brokers directly to implement Employee Voluntary Benefits and manage Open Enrollments. Christina is now assisting SIS in building the Employee Voluntary Benefits division.
Owen Rogers
Owen grew up in Charleston and graduated from SMU with BS in Business Administration. Owen provides accounting services for Southeastern Insurance Solutions. He has over four years of finance and accounting experience, starting in private equity financial services before moving to public accounting. Using this experience, Owen works to accommodate carrier and client needs along with the day-to-day accounting responsibilities of SIS.