Matt CarpenterCOO & Property and Casualty Advisor
Areas of Expertise
- Property & Casualty Insurance
- Workers’ Compensation
- General Liability, Umbrella, and Excess
- Professional Liability (E&O)
- Commercial Auto
- Technology and Financial Software
Qualifications
- B.S. Business – Financial Services. San Diego State University
- Life and Health Licenses
- Property and Casualty Licenses
- License 4082488
Matt is a licensed Property & Casualty broker for Aston Sharp. He gravitated to the Property & Casualty side of insurance after seeing how a deep understanding of policies can make a difference for clients. He is also focused on the opportunity for captives to help large companies manage risk. He has an attention to detail and likes to get into the complexities of policies to help clients better understand them.
Additionally, Matt has a passion for technology. Matt has a love for all things tech and helps Aston Sharp team members use technology to better serve their clients.
Previously, Matt was a consultant and developed / implemented custom software solutions for the insurance and financial services industry.
Recent Blog Posts
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Dear HR Manager, how can I foster a positive work culture in a world of challenges and negativity?
Dear HR Manager How can I foster a positive work culture in a world of challenges and negativity? — Leadership Enthusiast As the youngest group in today’s workforce, Generation Z, born in 1997 and later, is beginning to significantly influence workplace dynamics and expectations. Unlike previous generations, Gen Z workers are not just looking for
April 21, 2024 -
Compliance Q&A: Orientation Period vs Waiting Period, Taxes on STD Benefits, HSA Contributions and Medicaid
4.4.24 | WAITING PERIOD VS. ORIENTATION PERIOD Q. My under-50-employees client has an orientation period for their employees, after which they offer medical benefits. What are the key differences between an orientation period and a waiting period? A. The ACA permits a bona fide orientation period of one month before the 90-day waiting period limitation kicks
April 21, 2024 -
Compliance Recap March 2024: ACA and RxDC Reporting
ACA reporting is in its first year of the required electronic reporting for employers filing ten or more returns annually. Employers and employees must make changes to HSAs by the April 15 deadline. Employers of all sizes continued to prepare for the June 1 RxDC Reporting using the newly released instructions. New York City enacted
April 20, 2024
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I cannot say enough about Gus and Michelle. They are always there to help, answer questions. Our company is located outside of Chicago. And when we needed them to come in and do a presentation for renewal, they were here to make sure that it was informative to the employees and process was seamless. Just a great group of people to be working with!
