Commercial Lines
Implementing and maintaining a best-in-class insurance and risk management program for your business shouldn’t be a drain on internal resources.
We leverage technology to build an insurance program that works for your business. We cater to the following industries: healthcare, social services, home services, construction, manufacturing and technology.
Our Process
Insurance Doesn’t Have to be Hard- Oberle’s Guide to a Better Insurance Program
Audit the Current Program
Based on our experience in working with organizations like yours, we’ll review your current insurance program to identify coverage gaps and savings opportunities.
Practical Recommendations
We present our findings in a simple, actionable format that can be shared amongst all stakeholders. We’ll be your guide in understanding the next steps and actions needed to improve your insurance program.
Pricing Check
We bid out your program to insurance carriers that specialize in insuring businesses in your industry. We leverage technology to reduce the time you’ll spend on compiling exposure information and completing insurance applications.
Change Without Disruption
We’ll walk you through the transition from the old insurance program to the new program, ensuring zero disruption.
We’re committed to delivering exceptional service to your team. Our Net Promoter Scores (NPS) are among the highest in our peer group.
Our Offerings
Property & Casualty Insurance
Employee Benefits
Life Insurance
Private Client
What Our Clients Are Saying
Our Team
Steve Pope, CIC
Director of Commercial Lines | ETA Team
Steve Pope is the Director of Commercial Lines at Oberle Risk Strategies. Steve has an extensive knowledge of property and causality coverage and is experienced in working with clients and insurance markets to place and manage insurance programs. He has over a decade of experience in the insurance industry with a focus on commercial insurance for small and middle market businesses as well as private equity, M&A, and insurance program consolidation. This makes him a trusted advisor for businesses that partner with Oberle Risk Strategies. He uses this knowledge to guide the commercial lines team, providing exceptional coverage and service for our clients. Steve completed his CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) designation in 2013. Outside of the office, Steve enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, and he can be found engaged in various activities with his family or coaching his daughters’ sports teams.
Michael (Mike) Janes
Senior Client Executive | ETA Team
Michael (Mike) Janes is a Senior Client Executive at Oberle Risk Strategies. Mike has over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry with a primary focus on commercial insurance for small to middle market business. He prides himself on delivering excellent customer service by helping his clients better understand their insurance coverages, the renewal process and current insurance market conditions. Growing up in a family business he understands the relationship between a broker and their clients and the level of trust they are placing in their insurance agent. In his free time Mike enjoys spending time with his wife, traveling to new places and playing golf.
Culver Hackel
Transaction Advisor | ETA Team
Culver Hackel is a Transaction Advisor at Oberle Risk Strategies. Culver works closely with new clients and helps them to understand the coverage they need for their new acquisitions and startups. He is passionate about learning the nuances of the risks associated with different businesses and making sure they receive the best insurance coverage possible. Outside of work Culver enjoys going to the movies with his wife and spending time with their 2 dogs.
Abby Dreyer
Transaction Advisor | ETA Team
Abby Dreyer is a Transaction Advisor at Oberle Risk Strategies with 7 years of experience in the insurance and risk management space. Specializing in working with the ETA (Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition) community, she provides strategic guidance and in-depth coverage reviews to support buyers throughout the acquisition process. Known for her thorough approach and commitment to client success, Abby plays a key role in helping searchers and investors navigate complex transactions with confidence.
In her free time, Abby is an avid reader, enjoys traveling, and is a proud mom to her gray tuxedo cat, Leo.
Emma McGinley
Transaction Specialist | ETA Team
Emma McGinley is a Transaction Specialist at Oberle Risk Strategies. Emma has six years of experience in the insurance industry with a background in commercial insurance and private equity. She is a member of the New Business team and assists clients by preforming in-depth insurance due diligence and coordinating post-close coverage programs. She is results-oriented and passionate about delivering best-in-class service to her clients. As she grows her career at Oberle, she looks forward to learning more about the entrepreneurship-through-acquisition (ETA) community and the unique experience of searchers. Emma is native to St. Louis but grew up in Nashville, TN. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, lifting weights and spending time with her family.
Sarah Wright
Lead Client Executive | ETA Team
Sarah Wright is a Lead Client Executive on the ETA/Search Fund team at Oberle Risk Strategies, specializing in the healthcare, social services, and technology sectors. She excels at guiding clients through the renewal process and providing exceptional customer service. Sarah’s in-depth understanding of these industries allows her to offer tailored risk management solutions, addressing clients’ unique needs and helping them navigate complex coverage questions. With a strong focus on fostering long-term, trust-based relationships, Sarah works closely with clients to ensure they receive the highest level of service and strategic guidance. She is committed to delivering insights that drive informed decisions and optimize coverage solutions for organizations in these critical sectors.
A Chicago native, Sarah now resides in St. Louis with her husband and their daughter. Outside of work, the Wright family enjoys exploring the St. Louis Zoo and the St. Louis Botanical Gardens, while also being passionate supporters of St. Louis City SC.
Brianne Wells, CISR, CIC
Client Executive | ETA Team
Brianne Wells is a Client Executive with the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) Team. She handles commercial insurance for businesses both large and small: renewals, policy changes, or questions. She believes insurance is an important part of doing business, and that clients should have faith in their insurance agent and not worry about their coverage. She has a CISR (Certified Insurance Service Representative) designation and CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) designation. In her free time, she teaches yoga and enjoys spending time with her family.
Jeremy Sparks
Client Executive | ETA Team
Jeremy Sparks is a Client Executive on the ETA team at Oberle Risk Strategies. He handles Commercial Insurance for primarily small business, working towards handling the larger. He helps with renewals, and any other questions a client might have. Prior to this, he was an Army Sergeant, and served for 4 years in Fort Polk, LA. He currently lives in Eureka with a full house of 4 dogs!
Donna Spradley
Account Specialist | ETA Team
Donna Spradley expresses having the honor of working at Oberle Risk Strategies since July 2021 in an account specialist role. She provides a supporting role for Oberle and our clients helping with day-to-day functions: certificates, auto id cards, policy changes, billing questions, claims, etc. Her insurance experience began in 1978 after graduating from college at Pittsburg State University, located in Pittsburg, Kansas. She is married, has 2 sons, 2 stepsons, 2 dogs, 4 grand dogs, 2 step grandkids, and 4 step grandkids. In her spare time, Donna likes to read, go for hikes, and attend sporting events.
Tammy Vesper, CISR
Account Specialist | ETA Team
Connor Potts
Account Specialist | ETA Team
Connor Potts is a Commercial Lines Account Specialist on the Renewals Team at Oberle. He focuses on providing dedicated support to both Oberle and its clients. Based in St. Louis, Connor enjoys spending time with his wife, son, and three dogs. Outside of work, he is an avid fan of St. Louis soccer and a passionate reader.
