About Us
Built to protect solar &
storage for the long run.
Founded in 2006, Solar Insure was built on a simple idea: people who invest in renewable energy
deserve coverage that lasts as long as their renewable energy investment.
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Est. 2006
Decades of Experience
Over 20 years of supporting solar companies and system owners
Nationwide
Reliable Service & Support
Coverage for U.S. states and territories
700+
5-Star Reviews
Consistently rated for service, speed, and reliability
100k+
Systems protected
Trusted by homeowners and businesses nationwide.
Mission | Values
Our Purpose
Our mission is to build trust across the renewable energy industry. Founded on a passion for sustainability and service, Solar Insure helps people invest in renewable energy with confidence, offering long-term protection.

Customer Focused
Every decision starts with the customer. We deliver attentive, high-touch service and solutions designed to protect long-term renewable energy investments.

Build Trust
We lead with transparency, consistency, and reliability to create confidence across the renewable energy ecosystem.
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Elevate the Standards
We raise expectations for service, protection, and accountability to strengthen the future of renewable energy.
Who We Are
Our Leadership Team
Leaders with experience in solar, insurance, and technology working together to build trust and strengthen long-term protection for renewable energy.

Ara Agopian
Founder & CEO
Ara founded Solar Insure in 2006. Ara is a licensed insurance broker across 32 states with 18 years of solar & risk management expertise. He's pivotal in integrating innovative, customer-centric risk solutions tailored for the solar sector, emphasizing innovative technologies. Ara is passionate about protecting the solar industry and bringing energy independence to all.

Eric Ryan
CFO
Eric brings over 19 years of risk management and financial leadership experience to his role as CFO at Solar Insure. Previously with Nationwide Insurance, he held CFO positions overseeing multi-billion dollar product portfolios and business units. Eric's expertise spans strategic planning, financial modeling, pricing strategy, and operational execution.

Dean Chiaravallotti
CRO
As Chief Revenue Officer at Solar Insure, Dean is driving partnerships and revenue growth strategies. With over 14 years in the renewable energy industry, he has held leadership roles like VP of Partnerships at Solar Insure and VP of Sales of Sparrow Electric. Dean's expertise spans solar sales, innovation, project development, and client management across residential and commercial sectors throughout the United States.

Tabitha Partin
VP of Sales
Tabitha is the VP of Sales at Solar Insure, driving revenue growth and leading top-performing teams. Previously as VP of Operations, she built the 5-star homeowner care team, compliance/risk intelligence groups, and optimized processes using Lean Six Sigma. A strategic planner and results-driven leader, Tabitha excels in achieving objectives through innovative solutions and effective team management.

Jerry Baker
VP of Operations
As VP of Operations at Solar Insure, Jerry oversees customer service, operations, and claims processing teams. He brings extensive experience streamlining operations and driving profitability from previous roles at companies like Sparrow Electric, Zing Solar and Amazon. Jerry is a process innovator, implementing quality control programs that reduced errors, optimizing supply chains for cost savings, and developing training to upskill teams.

Charlotte Demas
Sr. Director of Product
Charlotte leverages her multidisciplinary expertise in product management, UX design, technical program leadership, and mechanical engineering. She excels at uniting teams around a unified product vision and roadmap. Charlotte's user-centric approach drives innovation - conducting research, usability testing, and implementing design thinking processes.

Marie Burgquist
Director of Marketing
Marie leads strategic marketing initiatives that strengthen brand awareness, build trust, and elevate credibility across residential and commercial solar markets nationwide. She entered the renewable energy industry in 2018 and brings more than 15 years of marketing experience, applying a customer-centered approach to positioning, education, and growth.

Ariel Bradford
Director of Human Resources
As HR Director at Solar Insure, Ariel is committed to building a workplace where people genuinely want to be. Holding a Master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and maintaining SHRM certification, reflects her dedication to thoughtful people strategy. Ariel works to strengthen culture, support employees through meaningful moments, and build scalable systems that drive engagement and long-term impact. She’s passionate about fostering an environment where teams feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Chris Markowski
Director of Sales
Since entering the renewable energy industry in 2012, Chris has built his career on a simple belief: transparency wins. From homeowner consultation to regional sales leadership to national growth strategy, he’s developed a holistic understanding of what truly serves installers and homeowners alike.
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