BrokerTech Ventures (BTV), the Des Moines-based platform connecting brokers, carriers, and wholesale partners in the insurance industry, has announced a new addition to its growing network: Marshall+Sterling.
This move strengthens BTV’s position as a hub for collaboration and innovation in insurance.
About Marshall+Sterling
Headquartered in Poughkeepsie, New York, Marshall+Sterling is one of the largest independent insurance brokerages in the U.S.
The firm offers a wide range of insurance solutions, including Tactical Risk Solutions for businesses, Employee Benefits packages, and Personal Risk Solutions covering Living and Wealth.
Joining BTV gives the brokerage an opportunity to leverage a broader network and access cutting-edge InsurTech innovations.
Expanding a Robust Network
Marshall+Sterling joins an impressive roster of BTV partners, which already includes Holmes Murphy, M3, The Baldwin Group, IMA Financial Services, Conner Strong+Buckelew, UNICO Group, Heffernan Insurance Brokers, Higginbotham, InterWest, The Mahoney Group, Insurance Office of America (IOA), Leavitt Group, The Partners Group, and USI Insurance Services.
On the carrier and wholesaler side, BTV collaborates with firms such as AF Group, AmWINS, Cincinnati Insurance Companies, Delta Dental, EMC Insurance, The Hanover, The Hartford, Jencap, RT Specialty, Travelers, and Zurich.
International partners, including InsurTech Israel and Instech.IE (InsurTech Ireland), further broaden BTV’s global reach.
Accelerator Program Open for 2026
BTV is currently accepting applications for its 2026 Accelerator cohort, with submissions open through December 19, 2025. Startups selected for the program will gain:
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$50,000 in seed funding
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Access to BTV’s multi-billion-dollar distribution platform
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Engagement with BTV’s full network of brokers, carriers, and wholesale partners
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Real-world pilot opportunities to test and refine their technology
Driving Innovation in Insurance
With Marshall+Sterling on board, BTV continues to create a collaborative environment where insurers, brokers, and tech innovators can converge.
The addition strengthens the network’s ability to pilot new technologies, scale promising startups, and push the industry forward in the rapidly evolving InsurTech landscape.
Looking Ahead
As the 2026 Accelerator application window closes, BTV’s expanded network, now including Marshall+Sterling, positions the platform as a critical launchpad for innovative insurance solutions.
Both startups and established firms stand to benefit from the synergies and resources offered through this dynamic ecosystem.
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