Obsessed with Service. Driven by Choice.
Discover the story behind 719 Insurance and our mission to say "yes" when you need it most.
Our Story
719 Insurance was founded in 2026 out of a desire to serve our community better.
Our founder, Christopher Smith, spent years working within a standard captive insurance company. During that time, a troubling pattern emerged: because of rigid product constraints, the answer to clients’ unique situations was far too often “no.” No, we can’t cover that asset; no, we don’t have a better rate; no, we can’t adjust that policy. We knew there had to be a better way to safeguard what our clients owe, own, and earn.
We decided that if we could keep the high-touch, white-glove service our clients loved while offering them real choices through independent carriers, we would build a winning strategy. That conviction was the birth of 719 Insurance.
We believe our customers are what make us, and we will always be there when you need us most.
Meet the Team
Bri Markwood
Service Manager
Hi, I’m Bri, the Service Manager at our office. My goal is to ensure you feel supported, informed, and taken care of throughout your insurance journey with us. I love building relationships with customers and working to make the insurance process feel a little less overwhelming. Outside of work, I spend my free time hanging out with my pets, exploring Colorado, and hosting game nights with friends. I look forward to getting to know you!
Ian Poe
Commercial Specialist
Hello, I’m Ian, the Commercial Specialist at 719. I’m a husband, dad, insurance professional, and someone who’s always looking for the next outdoor adventure. I’ve spent my career helping people protect what they’ve worked hard for, and I genuinely enjoy meeting people, solving problems, and building relationships along the way.
Brent Stafford
Insurance Specialist
Hi there, I’m Brent, the newest of the bunch. I was born and raised in Washington State and spent 21 years serving in the U.S. Army before retiring in 2012. After the Army, I spent more than a decade in car and motorcycle sales, which gave me the opportunity to meet a lot of great people and taught me the importance of listening to what someone actually needs instead of simply trying to sell them something.
I’ve recently brought that experience into the insurance world with 719 Insurance. What I enjoy most is getting to know my clients, helping them understand their coverage, and making insurance a little less confusing. My goal is pretty simple: give people straightforward answers, help them find the coverage that makes sense for their situation, and be someone they know they can call when they have a question.
Outside of work, motorcycles are a big passion of mine, and I enjoy getting outdoors whenever I can. Most importantly, I enjoy spending time with my family. I’m married and am a proud dad of my two daughters.