Eric Brandt

Executive Vice President and Chief Claims Officer
Allstate Insurance Company

Eric Brandt is executive vice president and chief claims officer. He leads 17,000 employees worldwide, including 15,000 in the U.S. Brandt's decades of industry experience and transformational leadership help us be there for customers when they need us most.

Brandt was previously chief customer advocate at Esurance, part of the Allstate family, where he led teams responsible for the digital customer experience. Before joining Allstate, Brandt held senior roles leading claims for Fireman's Fund, a U.S.-based subsidiary of Allianz, and The Hartford. He began his career at Progressive, where he held leadership roles for various regions.

Brandt earned his bachelor's in insurance from Penn State University. He is a member of the regional advisory board for Bottom Line Chicago, a nonprofit that helps first-generation students from low-income backgrounds earn college degrees and launch their careers. Brandt is also a champion for Inclusive Diversity & Equity through Employee Impact Groups and mentorship programs.