Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Insurance Solutions
For over a century, Querbes & Nelson Insurance has provided tailored insurance and risk management solutions to individuals, families, and businesses. Our team specializes in analyzing client needs and crafting customized strategies to secure optimal coverage while prioritizing cost efficiency. With deep expertise in commercial, personal, and risk management services, we leverage partnerships with major U.S. insurers and global markets to adapt to evolving client demands.Our commitment to stable, long-term relationships has consistently delivered lower premiums and enhanced service quality. Rooted in a legacy of community leadership and client-centric values, we continue to innovate while maintaining the trust built over 100 years of service.
Services
Commercial Insurance
Personal Insurance
Risk Management
Group Captive Programs
Surety Bonding
Loss Sensitive Programs
Group Benefits Insurance
OSHA Training
HAZCOM Compliance
Workers Compensation Reports
Details
- Year established: 1914
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of experience in insurance and risk management.
- Our team builds stable relationships to secure lower premiums for clients.
- We provide comprehensive services including commercial, personal, and risk management.
- Our partnerships with major insurers ensure access to diverse coverage options.
- We specialize in customized risk mitigation strategies for complex industries.
Services
Commercial Insurance
We offer customized commercial insurance packages for small to large businesses across industries. Our solutions address liability, property, and operational risks while adapting to evolving market conditions. Clients benefit from our partnerships with major insurers and global markets.
Risk Management
Our risk advisors identify exposures and develop formal programs to mitigate losses. Services include safety training, compliance assistance, and claims mitigation strategies tailored to industries like construction, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Group Benefits Insurance
We design employee benefit programs with flexible funding options, including fully insured and self-funded plans. Our services optimize tax savings, ensure ACA compliance, and enhance employee retention through competitive ancillary offerings.
Surety Bonding
We provide bid, performance, payment, and license bonds to protect clients in contractual agreements. Our solutions cover industries requiring court, fiduciary, and notary bonds with tailored risk management.
Loss Control Division
Our division offers OSHA training, HAZCOM compliance, and workplace safety audits. We collaborate with clients to establish safety cultures, reduce injuries, and limit liability exposures through customized risk mitigation plans.
People
Andrew Querbes
Founder
Founded the company's legacy in 1864 by establishing a grocery business that evolved into a major insurance agency. Served as Shreveport Mayor and civic leader.
Justin R. Querbes
Co-Founder
Graduated from LSU and founded Querbes & Nelson Insurance in 1914. Built the firm's early reputation through strategic partnerships and client-focused insurance solutions.
George D. Nelson Jr.
Managing Director
Joined in 1979 with advanced degrees in law and business. Specialized in financial institution insurance and returned to leadership roles after a banking career.
Carolyn Querbes Nelson
Managing Director
Led client relationships for 25 years until her passing in 2013. Combined art history expertise with insurance acumen to serve diverse clientele.
Michael D. Belanger
Risk Advisor
Joined in 1999 and became an equity owner in 2010. Developed key risk management strategies and ensured continuity in agency leadership.
Questions
What types of insurance services do you offer?
We provide commercial insurance, personal insurance, group benefits, risk management, surety bonding, and specialized programs like group captives and loss-sensitive structures.
How do you help clients lower insurance costs?
Our team builds stable buying relationships and develops risk management strategies proven to reduce premiums over time through tailored solutions.
Do you serve businesses outside Louisiana?
Yes, while based in Shreveport, we serve clients nationally and internationally with diverse industry needs.
What risk management services are available?
Our services include OSHA training, HAZCOM compliance, workers' compensation analysis, loss control programs, and safety culture development.
Can you assist with employee benefits programs?
We design customized employee benefit strategies, including fully insured, self-funded, and captive solutions, with in-house administration support.
