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Featured articles, interviews, and recognition in the hospitality industry
- National and Local Awards
- 9
- Articles, Columns and Episodes
- 25+
- Insurance Business America Rankings
- 5
- Years Presenting at the Foodist Awards
- 10
ALKEME Insurance Expands National Reach with Three Strategic Acquisitions in Q3 2026
ALKEME announced its third quarter additions, including Ambassador Group in Phoenix, one of the area’s leading bar and restaurant insurance specialists, serving hospitality since 1989.
“Joining ALKEME gives our team access to markets, carrier relationships, and resources that let us do even more for those clients.”
David DeLorenzo, Founder, Ambassador Group
Awards & Recognition
Recognized by the industry we serve
A decade of national rankings and local honors for hospitality insurance, from Insurance Journal and Insurance Business America to the Phoenix Titan 100.
Featured Award · 2024 1 of 23 Agents named nationally Insurance JournalAgent of the Year
Named one of Insurance Journal’s 2024 Agents of the Year, one of only 23 agents nationally. The full profile was published in the February 2025 magazine issue.
“I love being a niche broker who has made great waves in not just the insurance industry but the hospitality industry.”Read the Profile ↗
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2026 · Foodist Awards (Phoenix)
Foodist Awards Presenter (10th Year)
David DeLorenzo has presented at the Foodist Awards for 10 consecutive years, a longstanding community partnership with Arizona’s hospitality awards.
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2025 · Insurance Business America (IBA)
5-Star Top Retail Broker
Named to IBA’s Top Retail Brokers in the USA list (5-Star Retail Brokers 2025), listed as Owner/Agent, Bar and Restaurant Insurance.
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2023 · Insurance Business America (IBA)
Top Specialist Wholesale Brokers
Named one of IBA’s Top Specialist Wholesale Brokers as Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Ambassador Group Insurance, with a specialty in hospitality.
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2022 · Titan 100
2022 Phoenix Titan 100
Recognized as one of Phoenix’s top 100 CEOs and business leaders, honored at the annual Titan 100 awards ceremony on September 29, 2022.
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2020 · Insurance Business America (IBA)
Top Specialist Broker, Hospitality
Named a top specialist broker in hospitality as Owner and CEO of Ambassador Group and Bar and Restaurant Insurance, with a full profile published.
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2019 · Insurance Journal
Top Specialty Broker for Hospitality
Recognized as a Top Specialty Broker for Hospitality, one of his key credentials.
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2019 · Insurance Business America (IBA)
Top Specialist Brokers
Featured among the top 50 wholesale and specialist brokers in the US with a specialty in hospitality insurance.
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2016 · Insurance Business America (IBA)
US Specialty Brokers
Named a top US specialty broker, one of the earliest IBA specialty broker recognitions for Bar and Restaurant Insurance.
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Press Mentions
Articles, interviews, and columns
Where David DeLorenzo and the Bar and Restaurant Insurance team have shared what they know about hospitality risk, liquor liability, and running a better business.
2026
4 Features Beverage Master Magazine ColumnWith Great Reward Comes Great Risk
Top things that make craft beer bars, bottle shops and distilleries insurable (and uninsurable), by David DeLorenzo.
Read ↗ Insurance Journal Industry ArticleRestaurants & Bars: Liquor Sales, Risk Transfer & Other Trends
Includes commentary from David DeLorenzo on hospitality risk, liquor sales, and insurance trends.
Read ↗ YourValley (Daily Independent) Local NewsBar and Restaurant Insurance hosts Operations, Compliance and Trends for 2026 Seminar
Seminar listing naming David and Bar and Restaurant Insurance as hosts of the April 27 event.
Read ↗ QSRweb ColumnInsurance coverage for QSRs: keeping restaurants, staff, customers safe is policy no. 1
David’s column on the insurance coverage that keeps quick service restaurants, staff, and customers safe.
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8 Features Insurance Business America (IBA) Industry FeatureInsurance Shouldn’t Just Be a Pot of Money for Attorneys
Quotes “award winning wholesale broker David DeLorenzo, CEO of Ambassador Group Insurance” on the hardening hospitality insurance market.
Read ↗ Insurance Journal Trade FeatureRestaurants, Insurance Agents Strive for Stability as Costs Continue to Rise
Feature quoting David on restaurant insurance cost pressures and liquor liability trends.
Read ↗ Finding Arizona Podcast Profile / InterviewPodcast #458: David DeLorenzo
Long form interview on his journey and building Bar and Restaurant Insurance.
Listen ↗ Restaurant Unstoppable Podcast1190: Workers’ Compensation Deep Dive with David DeLorenzo
Discussion of workers’ comp for restaurant operators.
Listen ↗ Beverage Master Magazine ColumnThe Benefit of Getting to Know Your Customers
Article by David on guest relationships in hospitality.
Read ↗ Beverage Master Magazine ColumnIdeas for a Successful Summer Season
David’s strategies to drive profitable summer traffic.
Read ↗ Beverage Master Magazine Column / GuideLiquor Licensing & Insurance 101
Liquor license basics and insurance implications, by David.
Read ↗ Phoenix Prosperity Podcast PodcastConnect and Protect with David DeLorenzo
Host Tim Fergestad talks with David about blending entrepreneurship, wellness, and community impact.
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6 Features Beverage Master Magazine ColumnRaising a Glass to Success
Tips and best practices for craft beer and spirit producers, by David.
Read ↗ RunningRestaurants.com Interview + ArticleThe Future of Restaurant Insurance and Technology with David DeLorenzo
Article and episode on technology and restaurant insurance.
Read ↗ Restaurant Unstoppable Podcast1087: David DeLorenzo, Changing the Insurance Game for Restaurants
The story of Bar and Restaurant Insurance and his approach to hospitality coverage.
Listen ↗ Beverage Master Magazine ColumnEvent-Season Tips for Restaurateurs & Vendors
David’s advice for weddings, festivals, outdoor concerts, and other event season service.
Read ↗ Underdogs Podcast PodcastDavid DeLorenzo: Connector and Protector
Guest episode on David’s path from promoting rock stars to hospitality insurance.
Listen ↗ Phoenix Business RadioX Radio / PodcastA Unique Approach to Hospitality (E45)
Arizona Good Business episode featuring David on Healing Hospitality and hospitality insurance.
Listen ↗2023
5 Features Beverage Master Magazine ColumnHow Bars & Restaurants Can Protect Themselves Amid Heightened Violence
David on protecting staff and guests as violent incidents rise.
Read ↗ Beverage Master Magazine ColumnProactive, Protective Measures to Avoid Liquor Liability
David’s steps for serving guests while avoiding liquor liability claims.
Read ↗ Phoenix Business Journal Feature ArticleDavid DeLorenzo Started at a Record Label, but Reached Top of the Valley Charts in Insurance Business
Feature profiling David’s journey from the music industry to becoming Arizona’s leading bar and restaurant insurance specialist.
Read ↗ CanvasRebel Entrepreneur ProfileMeet David DeLorenzo: Niche Broker and Consultant, Speaker
Profile focusing on his niche hospitality work and Bar and Restaurant Insurance.
Read ↗ Jeremy Scott Fitness Podcast + BlogEntrepreneurship Journey with David DeLorenzo
Interview on entrepreneurship and Bar and Restaurant Insurance.
Read ↗2019
1 Features AZ Central Feature ArticleFormer Music Exec Crafts a Niche
Major feature profiling David’s journey from the music industry to becoming Arizona’s leading bar and restaurant insurance specialist.
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2 Features ON THE DELO PodcastON THE DELO: Arizona Restaurant & Hospitality Stories
Ongoing podcast hosted by David featuring Arizona operators.
Listen ↗ Local First Arizona Local DirectoryShow Your Indie Love / Indie Week
Bar and Restaurant Insurance listed as a participating independent Arizona business.
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