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our clients by illustrating the ways in which your safety pro-
gram reduces the risk of losses and improves the overall qual-
ity of the risk. Maritime operations have their own unique, 
inherent risks and should be treated accordingly. 
Risk control is not a one-time, singular project. Converse-
ly, it’s an ongoing process of continuous improvement. 
Whether you’re operating one vessel or managing a fleet, 
investing time and effort in risk mitigation will help reduce 
losses and increase profitability for years to come. Insureds 
that proactively identify hazards, implement formal risk 
management practices, and demonstrate a strong culture 
of safety are undoubtedly viewed as more desirable insur-
ance risks. It might take some time, financial investment, 
and patience, the but the positive impact on your insurance 
program and premiums cannot be understated. Under-
writers give preferential pricing and coverage to Best in 
Class risks. Your agent is your marine insurance expert and 
advocate—if you work together and allow them to guide 
you, and you’ll be on your way to being the best of the best. 
Larochelle has more than a decade of experience in 
commercial insurance, specializing in marine risks 
and the unique challenges facing marine businesses. 
As a commercial risk advisor, she works closely with 
clients to develop comprehensive insurance programs 
tailored to their operations, exposures, and goals. Her 
expertise includes passenger vessels, marinas, marine 
contractors, boat builders, and other marine related 
businesses. Larochelle also serves on the Board of 
Directors of the Connecticut Marine Trades Asso-
ciation, supporting and advancing Connecticut’s 
marine industry.
CRISTA LAROCHELLE
AVP, COMMERCIAL RISK ADVISOR, 
STARKWEATHER & SHEPLEY INSURANCE 
BROKERAGE INC.
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