CAW E14: Ryan Foster, IM Insurance, Co-Founder

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Ryan Foster, IM Insurance, Co-Founder – The Reveille Project Crest Insurance Group Colorado Center Tower 1, 2000 S Colorado Blvd Suite 11100 City:  Denver State: CO ZIP: 80222 Email:  rfoster@crestins.com SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook | Twitter |

Ryan Foster is a Colorado-native father, husband, former college athlete, a second-generation member of the insurance industry, and most recently, a valued addition to Crest Insurance Group of Colorado’s fast-growing boutique employee benefits team.  Additionally, Ryan is a United States Marine Corps combat veteran, having served two tours in Iraq.  It was in this segment of his life story that his life took a fateful turn that resulted in the award of a Purple Heart, a rediscovery of purpose, and his founding The Reveille Project – a non-profit organization dedicated to helping combat veterans reintegrate with their community back home through fellowship and physical fitness.  Based in Denver, where he lives with his wife and children, Ryan now consults with employers throughout the Southwest on employee benefit insurance plans, advising employers on plan design, regulatory compliance, and his personal passion for health and wellness. 

About The Business;

Crest Insurance is the largest locally-owned and operated insurance brokerage in Southern Arizona, and one of the top-100 insurance agencies in the United States.  Recognized as an industry leader with offices in Arizona, California, and Colorado, their experienced insurance experts provide cost-effective solutions for the complex industries that drive our local economy.  In addition to assisting businesses throughout the Southwest with their commercial insurance, workers compensation, and employee health insurance plans, Crest’s team is also happy to assist its Arizona, Colorado, and California neighbors with personal coverage including homeowners, auto, and life insurance. 

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Matt NelsonSenior Vice PresidentCrest Insurance Group  Matt is a Senior Vice President at Crest Insurance Group in Tucson, consulting with companies to identify and implement insurance, risk management, and employee benefits solutions.  With more than 15 years of industry experience, he has served as a keynote speaker on the healthcare industry, leadership, workplace culture, and risk management for professional organizations throughout Southern Arizona, including the City of Tucson, Greater Tucson Leadership, the Financial Executives and Affiliates of Tucson, and the CEO Roundtable of Tucson.  Matt is an active member in the Tucson community, having served as a Non-Commissioned Officer in the Arizona Army National Guard and volunteering with multiple local organizations, including as Treasurer and a Big Brother with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Southern Arizona, a volunteer with the United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona, Chair of the Pima County JTED’s Business and Industry Council, a builder with Habitat for Humanity and many other local youth charities.  Email: mnelson@crestins.com   Phone: 520.784.7636  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mattrnelson2      
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