40 Years of Excellence: The Lane & Associates Story

40 Years of Excellence: The Lane & Associates Story

40 Years of Excellence: The Lane & Associates Story

For four decades, Lane & Associates has been a trusted name in the insurance industry, providing specialized coverage with integrity, professionalism and a personal touch. What began in 1985 as a small brokerage company focused on oil field umbrella and general liability insurance has evolved into a thriving company offering a wide range of surplus lines solutions to businesses across Louisiana and Texas. 

 

A Legacy of Trust and Service

From our founding, Lane & Associates has remained committed to helping our partners navigate complex insurance needs with confidence. With over 175 years of combined experience, our team has built a reputation for quick turnaround times, expert guidance and an unwavering commitment to client success. 

Whether assisting artisan contractors, commercial property owners or other specialized industries, we focus on building long-term relationships rooted in trust.

 

Evolving with the Industry

Over the years, the insurance landscape has changed, and we’ve adapted and grown to meet those evolving demands.

What has never changed is our dedication to customer-focused service and ethical business practices. We embrace new technology to enhance efficiency while maintaining the personal, family-like feel that has defined Lane & Associates for 40 years. 

Our goal has never been just to grow – we aim to grow the right way, ensuring that every decision benefits our clients and their long-term success.

 

What Sets Us Apart

We take pride in being more than just an insurance provider. We are trusted partners who go the extra mile to support our clients. Here’s just a few qualities that make us different:

  • Personalized Service: We take the time to understand each client’s unique needs and offer tailored solutions.
  • Integrity & Transparency: We provide honest answers – even when they’re tough – because our clients deserve the truth.
  • Expertise & Efficiency: Our extensive industry knowledge and streamlined processes ensure quick and accurate service.
  • Commitment to Community: As a family-owned business, we value relationships and strive to uplift our clients and communities.

 

Looking Ahead: The Next 40 Years

As we celebrate this major milestone, we remain committed to our founding values while looking toward the future. We will continue to embrace innovation, refine our services and uphold our promise to deliver insurance solutions that empower our clients to thrive. 

The past 40 years have been a journey of growth, trust and excellence, and we look forward to many more years of serving and supporting businesses across Louisiana and Texas.

To our clients, partners and dedicated team – thank you for being part of our story. Here’s to the next 40 years!

Karen Bivona is a Lane & Associates underwriter! She underwrites, quotes and services general liability accounts for contractor risks, including our online Artisan Contractor General Liability Program. She has worked with the company for more than 35 years.

Jonathan Whitaker is a Lane & Associates underwriter. One of his favorite parts about his job is the relationships and friendships he's able to extend beyond work. He enjoys golf, traveling, Saints football and spending time with his family.

Marie Hohensee is Lane & Associates Vice President of Commercial Underwriting and assists the commercial underwriters in making sound and profitable decisions in placing business for our customers, as well as underwriting her own book of business. She’s originally from California but has called Louisiana her home for more than 25 years and has been working in insurance for more than 30 years!

Brandy Lane is an Underwriting Assistant at Lane & Associates. Brandy's favorite part of her job is helping the underwriters so we can promptly get things to our agents! Brandy's hobbies include spending time with her friends, trying new restaurants and seeing live music.

Scott Landry is the president of Lane & Associates, an advocate of continuing education and has his CPCU, ASLI, AIS, AU, and AIDA. Scott is active in the insurance community, serving on Commissioner Donelon's Surplus Lines Insurance Advisory Council, The Louisiana Property and Casualty Insurance Commission and the Louisiana Surplus Lines Association. Some of Scott's hobbies include gardening and exercising.

Casey Lane is a Lane & Associates underwriter. His favorite part of his job is building relationships with the agents he serves. When he's not at Lane, Casey enjoys Saint's football, music and watching his four children's sporting events.

Chris Weego is a Lane & Associates underwriter. His favorite thing about working at Lane are his coworkers and the amazing agents he gets to work with. When he's not working, Chris enjoys playing golf, watching his kids play sports and cheering on the Chicago Cubs!

Don Lundy is a Lane & Associates Texas underwriter. Recently, he completed his CPCU designation after 15 years of off-and-on classes. When he's not working, Don enjoys photography, Star Wars, the Atlanta Braves and watching his son bowl.