About Us

Trusted Experience

The founder of Signal Risk Management Bob Poitras has served as a consultant and broker to public entities for more than thirty years, developing an extensive network of trusted business and industry relationships that support strategic problem-solving and effective program development. Throughout his career, his work has benefited thousands of New York’s local governments. His credentials include the professional designation of Chartered Property & Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), degrees in risk management and economics, and a master’s degree in public administration. He brings the knowledge, experience, leadership, and commitment necessary to help Signal Risk develop and maintain for your municipal government a superior workers’ compensation program.


Trusted Advisor

The marketplace for workers’ compensation coverage is challenging and everchanging. Local governments have complicated choices to make. We can help you evaluate your options, best prepare your application for coverage, negotiate terms and conditions of your coverage, and provide sound management advice so your workers’ compensation program runs efficiently. Count on us to be your most trusted advisor on matters relating to your workers’ compensation program.


Trusted Partnerships

Reliable business relationships are critical to your success. Signal Risk partners with only the best companies for governmental workers’ compensation products and services. We will help you assemble the right team for your specific needs. We excel at the work you hire us to do, and your success is our success. Making sure your program is running smoothly in all areas of operation is as important to us as it is to you and your organization.


Trusted History

Focusing on public entity workers’ compensation, since 2004 Signal Risk has provided brokerage and consulting, help with financial reporting and safety programs, and program cost analysis. We prioritize safe workplaces with financial efficiency. We have consulted to some of New York’s largest local governments and its smallest. Our success reflects Signal Risk’s desire for our customers, regardless of size, to feel like they are our only client.

When it comes to public employer workers’ compensation, place your trust in Signal Risk.