Stan Strickland is a former Deputy Commissioner of the Legal Division at the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) in Austin having served 21 years. He applies his broad experience as a regulator to advise insurance companies and other clients on a wide range of regulatory matters including licensure, examinations, holding company transactions, receiverships, policy form and rate filings, rulemaking, agency contracts, public information requests, and disciplinary actions. Stan also monitors and represents clients before the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) on issues including cybersecurity, surplus lines, reinsurance matters and international regulatory standards. In addition, he assists retailers and hospitality clients with obtaining the necessary alcohol permits for business operations. His extensive regulatory relationships and breadth of experience make him an effective advocate and trusted advisor for his clients on a wide range of regulator and public policy issues.