Expert Insurance Broker for Cannabis, Herbal, Nutraceuticals, and Sports Nutrition
Stephanie Bozzuto is an expert insurance consultant providing coverage for cannabis, hemp, CBD, sports nutrition, cordyceps, nootropics and nutraceuticals.
Stephanie Bozzuto, MLIS
Insurance Expert & Consultant
Insurance License #0E31559
Focus groups: Cannabis, Hemp, CBD, Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Sports Nutrition
Phone:
858-525-5841
Email:
Website:
YOUR INSURANCE EXPERT FOR THE HEALTH & WELLNESS INDUSTRY
Cannabis & Hemp Insurance
Stephanie Bozzuto is an expert in providing insurance coverage for cannabis-related businesses, including dispensaries, cultivators, and manufacturers.
Sports Medicine & Beyond
Stephanie Bozzuto also provides insurance coverage for sports medicine companies such as supplements, energy drinks, and beyond.
Nutraceutical Insurance
Stephanie Bozzuto provides insurance coverage for nutraceutical-related businesses, including manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers.
SERVICES
Property Insurance
Inventory Coverage
Business Income / Business Interruption
Cyber Liability
Crime Insurance
Intellectual Property (IP) Insurance
Stock Throughput Insurance
Employment Practice Liability
Excess Liability
Directors & Officers
Commercial Auto
Hired & Non-Owned Auto
Workers Compensation
Professional Liability
Equipment Breakdown
Assault & Battery
Equipment Breakdown
Group Health Benefits
Cannabis Bonds
Builders Risk
Crop Insurance
NOTABLE CLIENTS
ACCOLADES & PRESS
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2023 Are Insurance Conditions for Cannabis Catching up with Other Commercial Lines?, Insurance Journal; Stephanie Bozzuto, Insurance Panel Expert: EP. 78: Are Insurance Conditions for Cannabis Catching up with Other Businesses? - Insurance Journal TV
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2023 Selling Cannabis Insurance in a Cash-Strapped Environment, Insurance Journal; Stephanie Bozzuto, Insurance Panel Expert: https://www.insurancejournal.com/research/research/selling-cannabis-insurance-in-a-cash-strapped-environment/
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2023 Hopeful Cannabis Sales Data an Encouraging Sign for Insurance Specialists: https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/west/2023/02/22/709136.htm
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2023 Commercial marijuana insurance market grows as premiums rise, more states legalize pot use: https://www.businessinsurance.com/article/20230216/NEWS06/912355448/Commercial-marijuana-insurance-market-grows-as-premiums-rise,-more-states-legali
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2023 6 Keys to Ensure Cannabis Businesses are Properly Insured: https://www.propertycasualty360.com/2023/01/20/6-keys-to-ensure-cannabis-businesses-are-properly-insured/?cmp_share
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2022 Producer of the Year, Acrisure, LLC.
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2022 Chair of the Acrisure, LLC Cannabis Center of Excellence
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2022 Treating Cannabis Businesses with the Respect they Deserve: Stephanie Bozzuto Interview https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/us/news/cannabis/treating-cannabis-businesses-with-the-respect-they-deserve-422609.aspx
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2022 Insuring Cannabis Summit presented by Insurance Journal: Stephanie Bozzuto, expert speaker https://ij.insuringcannabissummit.com/
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2022 California Cannabis Industry Association White Paper: Workers compensation Death Benefits and Wrongful Death Claims” https://members.cacannabisindustry.org/whitepapers/Details/workers-compensation-death-benefits-and-wrongful-death-claim-125172
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2022 Insurance Journal: Economic Headwinds, Glut May Not Spare Booming Cannabis Insurance Business podcast with Stephanie Bozzuto: https://www.insurancejournal.tv/videos/20812/
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2022 High Risk, High Reward: Navigating the Cannabis Industry: https://www.acrisure.com/news-and-insights/high-risk-high-reward-navigating-the-cannabis-industry-acrisure-viewpoints
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2021 National Cannabis Industry Association, San Francisco Cannabis Business Summit & Expo: Lessons Learned & Disasters Averted live seminar: Stephanie Bozzuto, expert speaker on cannabis insurance
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2021 Agents of the Year Insurance Journal: https://www.insurancejournal.com/agents-of-the-year/
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2021 Business Insurance 2021 Break Out Award Winner: https://www.businessinsurance.com/break-out-awards
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2021 “Stephanie Bozzuto of Cannabis Connect Insurance: How do you produce?” https://podbay.fm/p/how-do-you-produce/e/1620914400
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2021 Producer of the Year, Bozzuto & Associates Insurance Services, An Acrisure Partner
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2021 How to get the most out of your cannabis insurance policy: https://mjbizdaily.com/tips-for-cannabis-companies-to-get-the-most-money-out-of-their-insurance-claims/
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2020 Cannabis Broker Spotlight – Cannabis Connect outspoken advocate Stephanie Bozzuto https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/west/2020/05/28/570258.htm
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2020 Blog Post Stoked on Compliance - https://agentsync.io/blog/individual-producers/stoked-on-compliance-current-state-of-cannabis-insurance
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2020 Best Practices: Covid-19 Property Damage, Theft, Reduce Liability, Exposures & Premiums, Property Coverage & Claims Process Webinar: Stephanie Bozzuto, expert speaker
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2020 Insuring Cannabis Summit: Capacity, Vaping Among Issues in Industry Going Forward- https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2020/12/14/593123.htm
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2020 Producer of the Year, Bozzuto & Associates Insurance Services, An Acrisure Partner
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2020 Cannabis Insurance is Risky Business - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/faint-heart-insuring-cannabis-risky-business-how-connect-paola-nu%C3%B1ez/
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2019 Spartan Daily-Conversation with cannabis insurance specialist Stephanie Bozzuto- https://issuu.com/spartandaily/docs/spartan_daily_april_18_2019
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2019 Producer of the Year, Bozzuto & Associates Insurance Services, An Acrisure Partner
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2018 Producer of the Year, Bozzuto & Associates Insurance Services
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2018-Present, Former Chair and current committee member of the National Cannabis Industry Association Risk Management & Insurance Committee
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2018 Course Instructor for Cannabis Insurance through MindMeld Studios, students gain continuing education for their insurance license, Stephanie Bozzuto, expert instructor
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2018 National Cannabis Industry Association, Chain of Distribution & Indemnification Live Expert Panel in San Francisco, CA.: Stephanie Bozzuto, insurance panel expert
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2016-Present, Committee member of the California Cannabis Industry Association, Insurance Committee
EXPERIENCE
2024 - Present
Bozzuto Group
CEO
At the Bozzuto Group, we specialize in delivering tailored insurance solutions for businesses across high-risk, complex, and emerging industries. From mainstream companies to innovative startups, we bridge the gap between risk and opportunity with customized coverage designed to protect your business’s growth and innovation. With a deep expertise in natural products, including cannabis, hemp, supplements, and wellness brands, we are committed to insuring the entire supply chain—cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, delivery, and retail. Our team thrives on navigating the challenges of high-risk markets, ensuring our clients receive comprehensive, reliable, and forward-thinking risk management solutions.
2016-2024
Co-Founder & President of Marketing
2015-2023
Commercial Insurance Broker
Cannabis Connect Insurance
I Co-Founded Cannabis Connect Insurance in 2016 with the premise of providing ethical, responsible insurance to the emerging cannabis industry. Today, we are the most recognized cannabis insurance brand in this space with some of the largest cannabis brands in the world. I am honored and humbled to have grown such a successful organization.
Bozzuto & Associates Insurance Services
Commercial Insurance Broker
For a complete resume, please visit my LinkedIn page
ORGANIZATIONS & EDUCATION
2019- Present
NATIONAL CANNABIS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
Committee Member
Stephanie Bozzuto has served in multiple roles at the NCIA including the Chair and Vice Chair of the Risk Management & Insurance Committee. She has participated in multiple educational panels, white papers, articles, podcasts and videos with the premise of educating and empowering cannabis business owners understanding the complexities of insurance.
2019-2024
CALIFORNIA CANNABIS INDUSTRY ASSOC.
Committee Member
Stephanie Bozzuto has served as a member of the Insurance Committee of the CCIA aiding in risk management education for members by volunteering time as a panelist, writer and webinar host throughout the years.
2017-2020
Co-Founder & Committee Member
CANNABIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Stephanie has volunteered and served this organization with multiple roles including Executive Board Member, Co-Founder, and Secretary. The organization is founded on connecting cannabis entrepreneurs, operators and industry friends together through networking, education and advocacy.