Company

A specialty workers’ compensation MGA inside Group 1001.

Vesper is a specialty workers’ compensation Managing General Agent, established in late 2023 within Group 1001. We write on Clear Spring Property and Casualty Group paper, A− (Excellent) A.M. Best, and appoint retail independent agencies directly across 45 states.

Retail MGA

Direct appointments. Named underwriters. 24-hour quotes on Clear Spring paper.

Third-party underwriting

White-label the same operation to select P&C carriers that need a WC shop.

Group 1001As of March 31, 2026: 1,500+ employees, $86.1B AUM, 540,000+ active annuity and life contracts.

Leadership

James Purvis

Chief Executive Officer

Over thirty years in the financial services industry.

Brad St. Pierre, FCAS, MAAA

Co-President

Founder. Owns underwriting and distribution. Miami. University of Florida.

Derek Schaff, FCAS

Co-President

Founder. Owns pricing, product, and countrywide profitability. Atlanta. University of Florida.

Nicole Beal

Chief Operating Officer

Twenty-five-plus years in specialty property & casualty operations.