Meet our Insurance Experts
Get to know our dedicated team of professionals from esteemed backgrounds in insurance, risk management, and banking.
Ashwin Agarwal
CEO & Co-Founder
Prior to founding Advocate, Ashwin led insurance and technology investments at a multi-billion dollar equity fund, following a tenure at Goldman Sachs in investment banking and compliance groups.
Brenda Rowley
VP of Insurance Compliance
Brenda brings 24 years of insurance expertise, including 5+ years as a Senior Insurance Compliance Analyst. She excels in conducting compliance reviews for agency and private lender loans, pre- and post-closing.
Daniel Stevens
Senior Manager of Insurance Compliance
With a decade in insurance, Daniel is a seasoned professional with extensive coverage knowledge. From running his agency to senior compliance roles, he's worked with both agencies and private lenders.
Karen Perry
Senior Manager of Insurance Compliance
With 35+ years in insurance, Karen specializes in commercial real estate. Her experience includes roles as an Account Manager for large portfolios and insurance reviews for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and FHA.
Kristine Economus
VP of Insurance Compliance
Kristine, with 24 years in insurance, specializes in commercial and personal lines. Her background includes senior roles at Freddie Mac, and a decade in commercial underwriting at national carriers.
Marianne Klosowski
VP of Insurance Compliance
During her 25+ years in insurance, Marianne excelled as a Senior Compliance Consultant. With a background in corporate risk management, she understands the industry from both borrower and lender perspectives.