Fortify Companies announced the appointment of Brian Burbridge as Chief Commercial Officer, a newly created executive position designed to accelerate revenue growth and strengthen relationships with insurance carriers and strategic partners across its portfolio, which includes Rytech Restoration and Insurcomm Restoration.
Burbridge joins Fortify from Caliber, the nation’s largest collision repair provider, where he served as Chief Client Officer. During nearly a decade with the company, he helped develop and scale one of the industry’s leading managed repair programs, expanding national account relationships and establishing operational frameworks that supported consistent service delivery. In addition to his corporate leadership experience, Burbridge has founded and grown multiple businesses in the technology, hospitality, and property services sectors.
In his new role, Burbridge will focus on expanding carrier and partner relationships, aligning Fortify’s delivery model with changing program requirements, and building the commercial infrastructure needed to support the company’s next phase of growth.
Fortify said the appointment reflects its broader strategy to strengthen its position in managed repair programs as insurers increasingly seek partners capable of delivering consistency, controlling claim severity, and improving customer experiences. The company is investing in leadership and operational capabilities to support those evolving demands.
Fortify Companies is building a national property protection platform by bringing together local teams across restoration, property services, and loss prevention under a common operating framework.
KEY QUOTES:
“What Brian built in collision, the carrier relationships, the managed repair discipline, the ability to scale delivery without sacrificing consistency, is exactly what this industry is beginning to demand. Property restoration is at an inflection point, and carriers want partners who can perform at scale for both their business and their customers. Brian knows how to build that. We’re glad he’s here to help us go get it.”
Kelly Brewer, CEO, Fortify Companies
“I see a lot of parallels between the auto and property industries. The opportunity in managed repair is significant for companies that can serve at scale while delivering consistently for both the carrier and the end customer. Fortify has the brands, the network, and the operational foundation to be that partner. I’m excited to build the commercial engine to capture it.”
Brian Burbridge, Chief Commercial Officer, Fortify Companies
