AGA Member Spotlight: Gary Rimler, Rimler Consulting & Risk Management, LLC
Mr. Rimler is a thought leader across a wide range of insurance and risk management topics including insurance program design and administration specializing in sports & fitness, outdoor recreation and hospitality, food processing and the emerging Hemp Industry.
Gary Rimler has over 40 years’ experience as a trusted advisor and insurance broker working for multinational insurance brokers. During the past 10 years, he has focused his career creating niche specialty insurance programs in emerging markets. Gary founded and is CEO for Rimler Consulting & Risk Management.
Q: Tell us a bit more about why you started a company in the glamping industry.
We are niche specialty risk management consultants and insurance advisors. We recognized the growth and challenges in the glamping world. We want to be a part of the AGA community and help establish risk management best practices and the best insurance solutions to protect members and their assets. And, we like to work with fun clients.
Q: Tell us a bit about where your glamping business is today? Where do you see your business in the future?
As an AGA community partner, we design risk management programs focused to outdoor recreation and hospitality to build a safety culture and avoid injuries at glamping retreats. Next step, we tailor insurance products through insurers dedicated to outdoor hospitality and recreation. This results in the right insurance protection at competitive premiums
Q: What are you most excited about within the glamping industry moving forward?
The outdoor experience and new ways to enjoy travel and glamping resorts.
Q: Do you have any advice for those that are just starting out?
Take time to analyze the risks that your business faces every day. Then protect your business though strong contracts with vendors, suppliers and business partners to limit your liabilities.
