Dave Linhardt

Chief Growth & Marketing Officer Dave Linhardt brings more than 30 years of industry experience in the areas of sales and marketing, underwriting, and risk management. He provides leadership to Crane’s sales team through training, problem solving and idea generation for all types of clients. He has developed and expanded the firm’s insurance partner relationships to provide the most comprehensive and competitive insurance programs available to our clients. His expertise and ability to negotiate with partners has been invaluable.

Dave joined the Crane Agency in 2019. Previously, he was regional insurance president for Regions Insurance, an affiliate of Regions Bank. During his time at Regions, Dave led insurance operations in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas that included managing seven offices totaling over $30 Million in revenue. Before joining Regions Insurance, Dave was regional vice president with Hartford and CNA. He was also regional director at Travelers. During his time with each carrier, Dave helped cultivate talented groups of sales and underwriting professionals with one goal in mind—achieving profitable growth in a positive and rewarding culture that promotes teamwork and accountability.