Business Details
37 Years
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Emergency
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Specialized Insurance for Bowling Centers
Founded in 1989 by Larry Linder, WBPI has dedicated itself exclusively to serving bowling center proprietors across the United States. Led today by Cameron Linder, our team combines deep industry expertise with a passion for bowling to provide tailored insurance solutions. We specialize in property, liquor, general liability, workers' compensation, and cyber liability insurance, designed specifically for the unique risks faced by bowling centers. Our approach emphasizes proactive risk management, including facility inspections, safety signage, and on-site training to empower proprietors to prevent claims. With over 400 centers insured in 30 states, we prioritize long-term partnerships over commissions, ensuring competitive premiums and personalized service.Our claims team, trained in the nuances of bowling center operations, advocates fiercely for clients to minimize disruptions and financial losses. We also offer a proprietary training platform with risk management resources, from camera placement to fire prevention, to help proprietors maintain safe, compliant facilities. As a second-generation family business, we treat clients and team members like family, fostering a collaborative culture built on trust and shared goals. Our mission is to protect bowling centers so proprietors can focus on creating memorable experiences for their customers. With decades of experience and a commitment to innovation, WBPI remains the largest and oldest insurance program exclusively for bowling centers in the U.S.
Services
Property Insurance
Workers Compensation
Employment Practices Liability
Cyber Insurance
Risk Management Training
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of exclusive experience insuring bowling centers.
- Our team provides on-site risk management training and facility inspections.
- We advocate for clients with a claims process tailored to bowling industry needs.
- Our proprietary training platform includes safety resources and loss prevention tools.
- We maintain competitive premiums through strategic territory management and carrier partnerships.
What people say
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Services
Property Insurance
Our property insurance protects bowling centers against physical damage to structures and equipment, including lanes, pinsetters, and scoring systems. We tailor policies to cover fire, theft, and natural disasters, ensuring business continuity. With risk assessments and safety resources, we help minimize claims and maintain premium stability.
Workers Compensation
This coverage addresses job-related injuries and illnesses for bowling center employees, including medical expenses and lost wages. We partner with carriers offering reduced rates through safety training programs. Our claims specialists understand industry-specific risks, ensuring efficient resolution and compliance with state regulations.
Cyber Liability Insurance
Cyber liability insurance safeguards against data breaches and cyberattacks targeting customer information or business systems. We provide coverage for legal fees, notification costs, and system repairs. As cyber threats evolve, our policies adapt to protect bowling centers from financial and reputational damage.
Risk Management Training
Our proprietary training platform offers resources to prevent claims, including camera placement strategies, fire safety protocols, and incident response procedures. We provide on-site workshops and digital content to educate staff on mitigating risks unique to bowling operations, reducing insurance costs over time.
Employment Practices Liability
This coverage defends against lawsuits related to employment practices, such as discrimination or wrongful termination claims. We offer policy enhancements tailored to bowling centers' staffing challenges, including training on compliance with labor laws and crisis management for workplace disputes.
People
Cameron Linder
CEO
Cameron Linder leads WBPI with a focus on advocacy for bowling proprietors. He combines generational industry knowledge with innovative risk management strategies to ensure competitive insurance solutions and long-term partnerships.
Phillip Martin
Chief of Operations
Phillip Martin oversees WBPI's operational efficiency, ensuring seamless service delivery and client support. His leadership emphasizes process optimization and maintaining the company's family-oriented culture.
Richard Barndt
Chief of Underwriting
Richard Barndt specializes in assessing risks unique to bowling centers, crafting policies that balance coverage and affordability while maintaining underwriting excellence.
April Lowder
Chief of Claims
April Lowder leads the claims team with expertise in resolving bowling industry-specific incidents efficiently, advocating for fair outcomes while minimizing financial impact on clients.
Jenny VanOosten
Culture Chef
Jenny VanOosten fosters WBPI's collaborative, non-corporate culture, ensuring team members feel supported personally and professionally in their roles serving bowling center clients.
Questions
What types of insurance does WBPI offer for bowling centers?
WBPI provides property, liquor liability, general liability, workers' compensation, employment practices liability, and cyber insurance tailored specifically for bowling centers.
How does WBPI help reduce insurance costs for proprietors?
We offer risk management training, facility inspections, and safety resources to prevent claims, while leveraging carrier partnerships to secure competitive premiums for bowling centers.
Does WBPI provide training resources for bowling center staff?
Yes, our proprietary training platform includes video content and guides on risk management topics like camera placement, fire safety, and incident response specific to bowling operations.
How does WBPI handle claims for bowling centers?
Our claims team specializes in bowling industry-specific incidents, providing personalized support to resolve issues efficiently and advocate for fair outcomes on behalf of proprietors.
Can WBPI insure bowling centers in all U.S. states?
We strategically serve over 30 states, focusing on maintaining face-to-face service quality and long-term premium stability for bowling centers in our designated territories.
