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Fortegra has been a leader in U.S. credit, specialty, and warranty insurance for over 40 years and has helped millions of consumers manage risk and uncertainty with innovative insurance and protection products. Our global network of 15 offices allows Fortegra and our partners passport rights across the EU as well as product and obligor services across all 50 U.S. states including D.C. Fortegra boasts an A.M. Best Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) Category VIII and trades on NASDAQ as part of Tiptree family of companies (TIPT). read more
Fortegra Company Culture
Fortegra Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviewsA+
4.7/5
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+Compensation
A+Diversity
A+Executive Team
A+Gender
A+Fortegra CEO
Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Richard Kahlbaugh
89 /100
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Diversity at Fortegra
Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
A+
Diverse employees at Fortegra have rated Meetings, Retention, and Team as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Fortegra
Top 5%Top 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
A+
Women at Fortegra have rated Happiness, Perks And Benefits, and Meetings as the highest categories they have scored
Fortegra eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 15%Top 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
44
Fortegra employees are 44% more likely to recommend Fortegra as a great place to work
| 60% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 24% | Passives |
| 16% | Detractors |
Working at Fortegra
Working at Fortegra is rated highly by 40 employees, across various culture dimensions. Fortegra employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Compensation, and Executive Team categories, putting Fortegra’s culture in the Top 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 5% compared to other companies in Gainesville, FL. See below in detail how working at Fortegra was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Fortegra
A+
Overall Company Culture at Fortegra is rated A+
Last updated months ago
Top
5%
Fortegra ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Fortegra Employee Reviews
Out of 137 Fortegra employee reviews, 92% were positive. The remaining 8% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Fortegra improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 92% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 8% |
Positive Reviews From Fortegra Employees
- What makes you most happy at work?Friendly coworkers, efficient processes, love the clients.
- What are some of the best things about your team?I work on a team of fun, collaborative and supportive people.
- What did you like most about the interview process?They were considerate of my time. And were honest about what the job entailed so I knew what I was getting into.
Constructive Feedback From Fortegra Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Communicating. Giving meaningful and constructive feedback. Base raises on contribution and performance reviews. Training and development.
- What would you most like to see improved at your company?Making sure all of the leadership team follow the example set by CEO. In some departments the leaders are great at developing their team and providing opportunity, in other departments the leaders aren't not as good.
- What's going wrong and how can it be improved?The new work space, while nice and modern looking is too noisy and the desk are kind of small for a larger person. Also too much emphasis on how things look rather than function
Fortegra Company Information
Fortegra Company Overview
Fortegra has been a leader in U.S. credit, specialty, and warranty insurance for over 40 years and has helped millions of consumers manage risk and uncertainty with innovative insurance and protection products. Our global network of 15 offices allows Fortegra and our partners passport rights across the EU as well as product and obligor services across all 50 U.S. states including D.C. Fortegra boasts an A.M. Best Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) Category VIII and trades on NASDAQ as part of Tiptree family of companies (TIPT).
Fortegra was founded in 1978 and its current CEO is Richard Kahlbaugh. Since its inception 48 years ago, Fortegra has grown to 750 employees.
Fortegra Mission, Vision & Values
Fortegra Mission Statement
Through FORTITUDE and INTEGRITY, we deliver risk management solutions that help people succeed despite the uncertainty and adversity of life and business. By creating value for our customers, we create value for our shareholders.
Fortegra Vision Statement
Leverage industry expertise and technology to lead the global specialty insurance market.
Fortegra Values
- FORTITUDE – It takes strength, patience, creativity and resolve to discover opportunity where others see obstacles.
- OUTSTANDING – We believe in providing customer service that is nothing short of outstanding.
- RESPONSIBILITY – We conduct our affairs with integrity.
- TOGETHER – We help our customers reach the summit of their potential.
- ENGAGING – We strive to create a workplace that is both challenging and rewarding.
- GIVING – We are good corporate citizens, caring for and contributing to our communities and the environment.
- RESPECT – We treat everyone with respect and value the contributions that come from the diversity of both individuals and ideas.
- ACHIEVEMENT – We believe in the value of a meritocracy where demonstrated achievement is rewarded and advancement is based on performance.
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Fortegra
Fortegra gives back in a variety of ways including, but not limited to an employee wellness program, sustainable business practices, the Fortegra Foundation and the newly created Fortegra N.O.W. (Network of Women).
Our stewardship begins at a micro-level and extends globally, from environmentally friendly practices within our offices, to the building of wells in Africa. Some of our practices include: ongoing recycling training, refillable water bottles and refill stations, participation in community events, recycle bins throughout office, dual monitors to minimize printing and much more.
The “G” in Fortegra stands for giving back, one of our intrinsic company values. We recognize that together we are a powerful force and as such have a responsibility to each other, our communities and the environment. Our Fortegra Foundation is committed to giving back to the communities that support us by lending a helping hand to those in need and by caring for children and families where we live and work. We work directly in communities across the nation as well as support like-minded charities. From holiday bikes and turkeys to building wells in Africa, we engage with eligible charities that align with our mission.
| Headquarter | 10751 Deerwood Park Blvd., Suite 200 Jacksonville, FL 32256 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.fortegra.com |
| Founding Date | 1978 |
| Tel | 800-888-2738 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Stock | TIPT |
| Jobs | www.fortegra.com/current-openings |
| Social Sites |
Fortegra Employees
Fortegra has 750 employees. 40 employees at Fortegra have reviewed Fortegra across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 40 Fortegra employees give their leadership a grade of A+, or Top 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Fortegra are extremely happy with their total compensation at Fortegra, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Fortegra are extremely happy with their team. 40 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at Fortegra are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Fortegra believe the environment at Fortegra is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Fortegra is moderate. About 72% of the employees at Fortegra work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at Fortegra are extremely happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Fortegra - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Fortegra is that the company was somewhat prepared on their first day. Fortegra employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was negative. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Fortegra KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Fortegra's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 Fortegra employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Fortegra CEO & Leadership
Fortegra CEO - Richard Kahlbaugh
89 /100
Fortegra’s CEO Richard Kahlbaugh started in this role in 2003. Richard’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Gainesville, FL. Fortegra’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Marketing department, employees with 1 to 3 Years experience, and Female employees. However, employees in the Customer Success department, employees with 6 to 10 Years experience, and employees in the Operations department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Under Kahlbaugh’s leadership, Fortegra employee respondents are most happy about their Compensation and the company’s Executive Team. Environment and eNPS are two areas, according to respondents, where Fortegra could stand to see real improvement.
Fortegra Leadership
The Fortegra Executive Team is rated an “A+” and led by CEO Richard Kahlbaugh, Chief Underwriting Officer, Insurance Mark Rattner, and Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Michael Grasher
Richard Kahlbaugh CEO / President
Chairman, President, and CEO at Fortegra. In 2003, Rick joined Fortegra as COO and was promoted to his current... read more
Mark Rattner Chief Underwriting Officer, Insurance
Mark Rattner serves as the Chief Underwriting Officer, Insurance of Fortegra.
Michael Grasher Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Michael Grasher serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of Fortegra.
Sanjay Vara Executive Vice President, Chief Underwriting Officer, Warranty
Sanjay Vara serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Underwriting Officer, Warranty of Fortegra.
John Short Executive Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer
John Short serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer of Fortegra.
Chris Romaine Executive Vice President, General Counsel
Chris Romaine serves as the Executive Vice President, General Counsel of Fortegra.
Holly Bohn Pittman Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer
Holly Bohn Pittman serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer of Fortegra.
Fortegra Salaries
How much does Fortegra pay?
How much do people at Fortegra get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Fortegra is $111,977, or $53 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $110,378, or $53 per hour.
At Fortegra, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $215,533 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $44,449 annually. Average Fortegra salaries by department include: IT at $90,773, Customer Support at $60,756, Admin at $54,664, and Design at $99,241. Half of Fortegra salaries are above $110,378.
32 employees at Fortegra rank their Compensation in the Top 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 98 ratings) while 31 employees at Fortegra rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 5% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 33 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $65k | $65k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $86k | $86k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $110k | $110k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $158k | $158k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $195k | $195k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $257k | $257k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $261k | $261k | 100th Percentile |
$111,977*
Average Compensation
$110,378*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Fortegra Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Fortegra
Diverse employees at Fortegra score the company 91/100 across various culture categories, placing Fortegra in the Top 5% of companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Fortegra across various culture dimensions.
We work to provide equal access to leadership positions in the insurance industry regardless of gender or race. We accomplish this through unconscious bias training, mentoring programs, education reimbursement, and policy that supports work/life balance and equal pay for equal jobs.
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Fortegra Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
Office Perks
- Free Food
Fortegra PTO
Fortegra's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 15-20 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Fortegra's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Fortegra's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Fortegra on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Sales | 100% |
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Candidates By Location
Jacksonville | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Fortegra
What is Fortegra address?
Fortegra location is at 10751 Deerwood Park Blvd., Suite 200
Who is the CEO of Fortegra?
Fortegra CEO is Richard Kahlbaugh, their score by employees is 89
What is Fortegra eNPS?
The eNPS for Fortegra is 44
What is the salary for HR Manager in Fortegra?
HR Manager average salary in the US is 107k
What are the salaries in the HR in Fortegra?
The average salaries for HR in Fortegra is 113k
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