Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Alexandria, VA
Founded in 1917, our agency has built a century-long legacy of serving Alexandria's community with personalized insurance solutions. We combine deep local expertise with a team-based approach, ensuring clients receive tailored coverage from brokers who understand their unique needs. Our commitment to treating customers as community members, not just policyholders, drives our dedication to transparency, responsiveness, and comprehensive risk management. With 15+ employees and partnerships with 30 carriers, we offer both personal and commercial insurance programs that leverage industry-specific knowledge.Our clients benefit from a three-tier service model featuring dedicated brokers, account executives, and claims advocates working collaboratively to simplify complex insurance needs. Through generations, we've maintained the founding principles of Charles F. Holden & Company Insurance & Company Insurance while adapting to modern challenges through technology integration and continuous professional development.
Services
Business Insurance
Personal Insurance
Employee Benefits
Corporate-Owned Life Insurance
Claims Advocacy
Risk Management
Portfolio Policies
Commercial Printers Insurance
Government Contractors Insurance
High-Value Home Coverage
Details
- Year established: 1917
Highlights and features
- We offer century-old expertise with modern risk management solutions
- Our three-tier service model ensures dedicated broker support
- Specialize in consolidating complex insurance programs into single policies
- 24/7 direct access to insurance brokers for urgent needs
- Deep understanding of local commercial and residential insurance requirements
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Services
Business Insurance
Our business insurance solutions provide comprehensive protection for commercial enterprises across 11 industries. We specialize in consolidating complex programs into single policies while maintaining tailored coverage. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of specific industry risks and access to 30 partner carriers.
Personal Insurance
We offer customized personal insurance programs for high-value homes, specialty vehicles, and unique assets. Our local expertise ensures proper valuation of coastal properties and valuable collections while maintaining accessibility through 24/7 broker communication.
Employee Benefits
Our employee benefits consulting helps businesses navigate ACA compliance, ERISA requirements, and health insurance options. We design competitive benefits packages that address recruitment and retention challenges while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Claims Advocacy
Dedicated claims advocates work alongside policyholders to ensure proper documentation and timely resolution. Our team provides expert guidance through complex claims processes while maintaining direct communication with insurance carriers.
Corporate-Owned Life Insurance
We structure corporate-owned life insurance programs for buy-sell agreements, key employee protection, and deferred compensation plans. Our solutions help businesses maintain financial stability through strategic policy implementation and management.
People
Scott Holden
President
Third-generation insurance professional leading the agency with over 25 years of experience in commercial risk management and strategic business development.
John Lewis
Senior Vice President
Seasoned commercial insurance expert specializing in government contractors and technology sectors with 18 years of experience in complex policy structuring.
Terry Siegfried
Account Executive
Personal lines specialist focusing on high-net-worth client needs, with expertise in coastal property coverage and antique vehicle insurance programs.
Sharman Edge
Claims Manager
Claims resolution expert with 20+ years of experience advocating for policyholders, ensuring efficient processing and fair settlements for commercial and personal claims.
Natalia Weisman
Director of Marketing
Insurance operations leader managing client relationships and service delivery, with a focus on improving customer experience through process optimization.
Questions
What types of business insurance do you offer?
We provide comprehensive coverage for 11 industries including real estate, technology, government contracting, and hospitality with specialized programs for unique business needs.
How can you help simplify complex insurance programs?
Our team consolidates multiple policies into unified programs, leveraging portfolio pricing while maintaining tailored coverage for specific business requirements.
Do you offer personal insurance for high-value assets?
Yes, we specialize in high-valued homes, coastal properties, fine arts collections, and specialty vehicles including classic and antique automobiles.
What makes your service approach different?
Our three-tier model provides dedicated brokers, account executives, and claims advocates working collaboratively to ensure comprehensive support throughout the policy lifecycle.
How quickly can I get assistance with claims?
Our claims advocates provide immediate support with 24/7 broker access, ensuring timely resolution through direct communication with carriers and documentation guidance.
Are you available for urgent insurance needs?
Yes, we offer 24/7 direct access to insurance brokers for urgent matters, with emergency service availability for critical coverage adjustments.