AUGUST 25, 2025 | CHICAGO, IL – Alive Risk, the sports, leisure and entertainment managing general underwriter of Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers, the underwriting management division of Ryan Specialty [NYSE: RYAN], is pleased to announce that Scott Carroll has joined Alive Risk to serve as Underwriting Director of Entertainment Programs, reporting to Patrick Gavin, President and CEO of Alive Risk.

Scott Carroll brings over four decades of experience in the insurance industry, with a deep specialization in entertainment-related risks. Scott’s expertise spans general liability, property (with a focus on inland marine), commercial auto, workers’ compensation, professional liability, and umbrella coverage.

Alive Risk is known for its innovative and specialized insurance solutions across the Amusement, Entertainment, Contingency, Special Events, and Sports & Leisure industries. Scott’s appointment strengthens Alive Risk’s Entertainment team, which provides coverage for music, touring, live events, film and media productions, and production support services.

Commenting on the hire, Patrick Gavin, President and CEO of Alive Risk, said, “Scott Carroll is a true expert in entertainment insurance, and we are thrilled to welcome him to Alive Risk. His depth of experience, operational excellence, and client-first mindset align perfectly with our mission to deliver best-in-class solutions to the entertainment industry. Scott’s leadership will be instrumental as we continue to expand our Entertainment Programs and serve our clients with agility and expertise.”

Scott Carroll added, “I’m excited to join Alive Risk and contribute to a team that is redefining specialty insurance in the entertainment space. The opportunity to collaborate with such talented professionals and bring innovative solutions to our clients is truly energizing.”

Scott Carroll can be reached at Scott.Carroll@aliverisk.com.

About Alive Risk

Alive Risk is a managing general underwriter within Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers. With deep expertise in Amusement, Entertainment, Contingency, Special Events, and Sports & Leisure, Alive Risk offers access to specialized insurance solutions for complex and hard-to-place risks. The team provides in-house underwriting, risk control services, and access to leading carriers, delivering tailored coverage for clients ranging from touring entertainers and film producers to amusement parks and special event organizers. Learn more at aliverisk.com.

About Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers

Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers is an industry leader in delegated authority underwriting services, and a part of Ryan Specialty [NYSE: RYAN], a leading international specialty insurance firm. Our family of managing general underwriters and national programs have the expertise and authority to design, underwrite, bind, and administer a diverse portfolio of risks. Our value proposition originates with our 1,500+ industry professionals who are empowered by centralized technical support and policy lifecycle administration, coupled with a broad distribution network of retail and wholesale brokers. We have been diligently servicing our valued clients and trading partners in North America, the UK, Europe and Asia Pacific since our establishment in 2010. To learn more, please visit ryanspecialtyum.com.

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