Hylant Programs
Built for What Others Can’t Underwrite
When traditional insurance markets fall short, Hylant Programs creates solutions.
From complex risks to underserved industries, we design and manage specialized insurance programs that deliver stability, control, and long-term value.
A Smarter Way to Solve Complex Risk
Hylant Programs is a dedicated division focused on developing and managing specialized insurance programs. For over 30 years, we’ve operated as a program manager, designing tailored solutions and overseeing every aspect of execution, from underwriting and risk management to claims, finance, and administration. Our approach brings together deep industry expertise, data-driven insights, and hands-on program management to deliver consistent, well-managed outcomes.
Who We Help
If Insurance Has Become More Difficult, We Can Help
Many organizations are facing tighter markets, reduced capacity, or risks that don’t fit standard underwriting models. If buying insurance has become more difficult, or your risk doesn’t fit the traditional market, it may be time to take a different approach. Hylant Programs works with organizations, associations, and industry leaders to develop customized insurance programs built around their specific needs.
- Do you have a unique or hard-to-place risk?
- Are your premiums rising with fewer coverage options?
- Are you seeking more control, consistency, and long-term stability?
- Do you want to build a program tailored to your industry?
Tell us about your organization and risk. We’ll take it from there.
Industry Programs
Proven Programs Across Key Industries
We design and manage programs for industries where specialized expertise matters.These programs are built around the unique exposures of each industry, providing broader protection, stronger risk management, and more predictable outcomes.
Established Programs By the Numbers
- Municipal Program: $33 MM in premium with over 870 members
- School Program: $39.3 MM in premium with over 350 members
- Multi-State Program: $22 MM in premium with over 300 members
Emergent Programs By the Numbers
- Car Hauler Program: $6 MM in premium across 30 states
- School Cyber Program: Over $1 MM in premium with over 150 clients
Learn More about Established Hylant Programs
Astra Insurance
Since 1998, Astra Insurance’s specialty insurance programs, which include public schools, municipalities, and libraries, have helped independent agents write and retain business in the Midwest. Astra Insurance provides property & casualty insurance solutions through superior claims, risk management, and underwriting services.
Ohio School Plan
Founded over 20 years ago, Ohio School Plan offers a dependable source of risk management protection for over 300 public educational institutions and boards of developmental disabilities in Ohio. In addition to offering traditional coverage, Ohio School Plan has responded to evolving member insurance needs by developing specialized coverages, including cyber, violence, fiduciary, and finding for recovery.
Ohio Plan Risk Management
Ohio Plan Risk Management, administered by Hylant Administrative Services, provides property and casualty coverage to public entities in Ohio. With nearly 800 members, Ohio Plan is the largest member-focused, self-insurance program for public entities in the state, since 1988.
Unique Partnerships
Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Legal Plan, Inc.
DBA for Legal Defense Plan. Since 1995, Hylant has administered the FOP Legal Defense Plan nationwide. The plan is designed specifically to cover the law enforcement exposures faced by members and pays legal defense costs for administrative, civil and criminal allegations or proceedings.
Weiser Insurance Program
The Weiser Insurance Program is property and casualty insurance designed exclusively for Anheuser-Busch wholesalers. The program provides comprehensive coverage to protect the assets and operations of Anheuser-Busch wholesalers. Get in touch with Managing Partner Brad Croce to learn more.
Talk to an Advisor About a Specialized Program
If the market won’t underwrite it, we will help you build it. Our advisors guide you through designing a program built around your risk, not the market’s limitations.