Paul Sullivan Appointed First-Ever Chief Growth Officer for Insurance Office of America
Written by: Bevrlee Lips | February 5, 2026
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Newly created role designed to drive multifaceted, targeted growth opportunity
LONGWOOD, Fla. (February 5, 2026) – Insurance Office of America (IOA), one of the largest privately held independent insurance brokerages in the United States, is pleased to announce the appointment of insurance industry veteran Paul Sullivan to its newly established role of Chief Growth Officer (CGO). Paul will report directly to IOA President Rob Motley.
As CGO, Paul will be responsible for developing and driving organic growth initiatives across IOA that are aimed squarely at discovering, creating, and unleashing new business growth and client retention opportunities for the company. The scope of his efforts will include a strategic focus on how the company designs, integrates, and implements its client-facing offerings and producer sales enablement tools and resources to generate increased sales velocity and capture new market share.
“Paul’s appointment as our first-ever Chief Growth Officer represents a pivotal moment the IOA story. His proven track record of driving meaningful growth in our Western region, combined with his deep understanding of our producers’ needs and market dynamics, makes him uniquely positioned to lead our companywide growth strategy,” said IOA President Rob Motley. “This new role underscores our commitment to creating innovative pathways for sustainable expansion while delivering exceptional value to our clients and partners.”
Paul joined IOA in 2009 and served as regional president of the Northwest region, where he was essential in the region’s rapid growth, increasing revenue, producer staff, and locations. He was appointed Western division president in 2023 and was responsible for partner relations, sales development, and broker recruitment, providing proactive risk and insurance services for a diverse group of clients in the U.S. and globally.
“I’m honored to take on this exciting new challenge at such a transformative time for IOA. Over the past 16 years, I’ve witnessed firsthand how empowering our producers and delivering innovative solutions creates tremendous value for our clients,” said Paul. “As Chief Growth Officer, I’m looking forward to scaling these proven strategies across the entire organization, unlocking new opportunities, and ensuring IOA remains the partner of choice for businesses seeking comprehensive risk management and insurance solutions.”
ABOUT INSURANCE OFFICE OF AMERICA
Insurance Office of America (IOA) is one of the largest privately held independent insurance brokerages in the United States. Founded in 1988, IOA has more than 1,500 associates located in over 60 offices in the U. S., and it is a recognized leader in providing property and casualty, employee benefits, and personal lines insurance and risk management solutions. In California, dba IOA Insurance Services. (#0E67768) For more information, visit www.ioausa.com.
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