EPIC Insurance welcomes music and entertainment veteran Steve Gaches as Managing Principal – Reinsurance News

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has appointed Steve Gaches as Managing Principal of its Entertainment & Sports division.

This addition underscores EPIC’s strategic commitment to recruiting seasoned professionals from the music and entertainment sectors to bolster its specialty insurance advisory services.

Scott Davis, President of National Specialties & Risk Management, EPIC, commented: “Steve has a profound understanding of the entertainment industry. His expertise in live events, music licensing, contracts, and intellectual property, will greatly enhance our capabilities and service offerings to clients in the entertainment ecosystem.”

“We are thrilled to expand EPIC’s entertainment specialty in the Nashville region under Steve’s leadership,” further added Davis.

Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Gaches brings over a decade of extensive legal and business expertise in the entertainment sector to his new role. Before joining EPIC, Gaches served as the head of the legal and business affairs group for music and comedy touring at William Morris Endeavor (WME). In this capacity, he played a crucial role in navigating intricate legal matters and driving significant growth within the company’s music and touring divisions.

“I am excited to be a part of the EPIC team and enhance our presence in the music and entertainment space, particularly here in the vibrant music city of Nashville,” stated Gaches. “EPIC has a reputation for providing specialised client solutions that I look forward to continuing to build upon.”

“Steve’s appointment is a reflection of EPIC’s commitment to investing in top talent. His leadership and deep industry connections will contribute greatly to our insurance advisory and risk management practice serving the unique needs of artists, promoters, songwriters, venues and merchandisers. The live event industry continues to experience incredible growth. We’re seeing larger-scale events, tours and festivals, as well as an expanded landscape of client needs including licensing, intellectual property, and digital innovations. Steve is an incredible addition to our team of experienced and accomplished industry professionals, dedicated to supporting the specialised coverage needs of our entertainment clients,” said Roger Sandau, Executive Operating Partner/Global Sports & Entertainment at EPIC’s parent company Galway Holdings, LP.