When Zach McAbee says he understands your clients’ risks, it’s likely because he faced that situation himself. As a licensed deck officer and graduate of the California Maritime Academy, McAbee spent his early career on ships as varied as Alaskan fishing vessels to foreign-flagged container ships routed through the Suez Canal. Applying this first-hand experience to his underwriting decisions, he can provide a competitive price and thorough coverage. “I know the risks faced by my assureds, and I take that into account when determining policy terms,” McAbee said. He also aims to forge long-term relationships through attention to service. “I respond quickly and always make myself available as a resource,” McAbee said.