TRISTAR Insurance Group was founded in 1987 as Topa Risk Services by John Anderson and Tom Veale. Initially focusing on claims services, the company expanded into workers’ compensation claims management in 1989 and was renamed TRISTAR Risk Management in 1995 with new partner Don Freeberg. Over the decades, TRISTAR has evolved to become the nation’s largest independent third-party claims administrator with more than 1,000 employees across the U.S. specializing in property casualty claims management, benefits administration, managed care services, and risk control.
Headquartered in Long Beach, California, TRISTAR provides the scale and resources of a national third-party administrator (TPA) combined with the flexibility to deliver tailored solutions for a diverse range of clients including public entities, education, construction, agriculture, healthcare, transportation, alternative markets, carriers, and more. Their service focus spans property casualty claims and benefits administration.
The company is committed to high-quality claims management services, with a long-term strategic focus on continuous improvement to provide the best value to clients while fostering a strong and secure organization for employees, shareholders, and business partners. TRISTAR emphasizes a culture of doing “the RITE Thing,” prioritizing integrity and collaboration.
Beyond business operations, TRISTAR actively supports charitable and community efforts, encouraging employee volunteerism with paid community service days and partnerships with organizations such as the El Sauzal Orphanage and City of Hope. Their mission reflects a dedication not just to risk management but to strengthening communities and creating positive social impact.
TRISTAR’s tagline, “Transforming risk into opportunity®,” encapsulates their approach to turning complex risk challenges into strategic advantages for their clients, making them a respected leader in the insurance services industry nationally.