Bend, OR – SAGE Program Underwriters, Inc, the leading workers’ compensation insurance provider for the shooting sports and firearms industries, is excited to announce that they have added firearms industry executive Patrick Shay to their growing team.

Shay joins SAGE Underwriters as Senior Vice President of Sales and brings 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, and service in the firearms industry. Patrick has worked in a number of roles including product management and international sales for MidwayUSA, for the NSSF as director of retail development and most recently as National Sales Manager for Troy Industries. “I’m excited by the opportunity to partner with SAGE to deliver an outstanding and cost-effective workers’ comp program to the firearms industry.” Stated Shay. “Chuck and his team have developed a national work comp program that on average, delivers a 45% savings over current providers. If you are getting your workers’ comp insurance from the state, reach out and request a quote, almost a guarantee we can save you money.”

“We are thrilled to have Patrick to join SAGE to further expand our reach within the shooting sports and firearms industries. His leadership skills, sales experience and industry expertise will allow SAGE to continue our mission to help these industries get the respect they deserve within the insurance community.” said Chuck Holdren, President and CEO of SAGE Program Underwriters.

About SAGE Program Underwriters

Started in 2019 by Chuck Holdren, SAGE is a leading specialty insurance provider for industries including shooting sports, firearms, ground delivery and transportation. The SAGE team brings over 60 years of proven underwriting expertise and creative solutions to the great industries we serve.

The SAGE mission is to help under-served industries get a place at the insurance table. Our expertise allows us to identify niches that others stay away from or don’t understand. With our exclusive insurance company partners, underwriting team, safety programs, industry resources, technology platform and more, SAGE offers stability and services that are unmatched by others. Our partners turn to SAGE for our expertise, industry knowledge and ease of doing business the right way. Join Chuck and the SAGE team on their mission to help those who need it.

Media Contact: Chuck Holdren, SAGE Program Underwriters

Email: chuck@sageuw.com

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