Our leadership

Leadership & Board of Directors

Leading through values

Our leadership team embodies our core performance drivers and is building the future of AssuranceAmerica for our policyholders and agents. These compassionate, visionary people guide the path for the next generation of AssuranceAmerica Group and beyond.

AssuranceAmerica Group Leadership

Guy Millner

Guy Millner

Co-Founder & Executive Chairman, AssuranceAmerica Group

Guy Millner serves as Executive Chairman of AssuranceAmerica Group, where he chairs the Board of Directors and works with the senior executive team to establish the strategic direction of the company. Since co-founding AssuranceAmerica, Guy has shaped the organization's culture and values while building it into a leader in the insurance sector. He champions our philanthropic commitment to direct financial resources to organizations addressing homelessness, educational challenges, and veteran support.


Joe Skruck

Joe Skruck

Co-founder, President & Chief Executive Officer, AssuranceAmerica Group

Joe Skruck serves as President & Chief Executive Officer of AssuranceAmerica Group and as a Member of the Board of Directors, guiding the company's strategic vision, long-term growth, and market innovation. Since co-founding AssuranceAmerica, Joe has transformed the organization from a startup into a leading insurance provider through strategic product development and technology-driven solutions. His leadership has been instrumental in differentiating AssuranceAmerica in the insurance marketplace, establishing new standards for client service, and building a culture of operational excellence.


Ed Heys

Ed Heys

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, AssuranceAmerica Group

Ed Heys serves as Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer of AssuranceAmerica Group and as a Member of the Board of Directors, where he guides the organization's financial strategy and stewardship through its continued growth and expansion. With extensive experience in finance and operations, Ed brings a comprehensive perspective to enterprise-level decision-making and organizational transformation. Prior to joining AssuranceAmerica, Ed served in various leadership roles as a Partner at Deloitte.


Scott Pitrone

Scott Pitrone

President & CEO, AssuranceAmerica Corporation

Scott Pitrone serves as President & Chief Executive Officer of AssuranceAmerica Corporation, providing strategic leadership and operational direction for the Property and Casualty insurance company's continued growth and market expansion. With over 25 years in the insurance sector, Scott brings proven expertise in disciplined pricing strategies and innovative product development. His leadership is instrumental in navigating complex market conditions while fostering operational excellence and advancing key business initiatives across the organization.


Elijah Haughawout

Elijah Haughawout

President & CEO, AssuranceAmerica Commercial Auto

Elijah Haughawout serves as President & Chief Executive Officer of AssuranceAmerica Commercial Auto, leading the strategic direction and operational execution of the company's commercial insurance division. With over 20 years of product management experience across both direct and agency channels, Elijah has demonstrated expertise in innovation, product development, and market expansion. Prior to his current role, he served as Senior Vice President of Product at AssuranceAmerica, where he was responsible for product strategy and development across the organization.


Craig Thunell

Craig Thunell

President & CEO, AADirect

Craig Thunell serves as President & Chief Executive Officer of AADirect, a digital-first agency specializing in low-cost personal auto as well as light and local commercial auto insurance. With broad experience across business development, sales leadership, and agency distribution cultivated through diverse roles within the insurance industry, Craig brings strategic vision to AADirect's growth and operational excellence.

Board of Directors

Guy Millner

Executive Chairman of the Board

Joe Skruck

President, Chief Executive Officer

Ed Heys

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Paul Garcia

Mark Hain

Anne Ostholthoff

Bill O’Keefe

Douglas McMahon

Sam Zamarripa