Expert Perspectives

Why Starfish Specialty Chose Private Equity Capital

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What drives a successful specialty insurance platform to take on private equity capital after years of building independently?

During a conversation at MarshBerry’s Peak Performance Summit with Gerard Vecchio, MarshBerry Managing Director, Jeremy Hitzig, Starfish Specialty CEO & Founder, shares the strategic thinking behind the company’s decision to partner with Peloton Capital.

Hear from Gerard and Jeremy on:

  • Why Starfish decided the timing was right to bring in institutional capital
  • How additional capital supports organic growth and new business initiatives
  • Why they selected their investment partner among competing options
  • The importance of industry expertise, long-term horizons, and acquisition capabilities

As Jeremy notes, choosing a capital partner goes beyond funding. It’s about finding an organization that understands your business, shares your vision, and can help create long-term value.

Watch the full conversation!

MarshBerry is a global leader in investment banking and consulting services, specializing in the insurance brokerage and wealth management sectors. If your firm seeks expert advisory guidance to refine your business strategies, drive sustainable growth, or facilitate a sale, MarshBerry is the ideal partner to support you in making these critical business decisions. Collaborating with a trusted advisor who deeply understands your business and the industry can help you maximize value at every stage of ownership.