About CSE
For nearly sixty years, Civil Service Employees Insurance Company (CSE) has focused its business on quality protection, affordable rates and long-term relationships with our customers. CSE was founded in 1949 in San Francisco, California with a very specific goal - "to furnish insurance at equitable rates to clients and promote the interests and welfare of public employees."CSE grew out of the efforts of Nelson Nichols, a 20-year postal veteran. Nichols' vision for civil servants was to form and own an insurance company that would provide competitive rates for public sector employees. The company's first salespeople were firefighters, police officers, postal workers and other government employees. In the 1980's, CSE extended its offerings to the general public, continuing with its tradition of offering quality protection at affordable prices.
CSE Insurance Group has earned an A- (Excellent) financial rating from AM Best, the nation's leading insurance rating organization. This rating is based on AM Best's independent opinion of the company's financial strength, operating performance, and ability to meet its obligations to policyholders.
Recently, The Ward Group has named CSE to its elite Ward’s 50 group of top performing companies in the Property Casualty field. This is the second year in a row that CSE has been so honored. This prestigious accomplishment is awarded only to those companies meeting the Ward Group's strict standards of excellence.
A Message from Pierre Bize, President and CEO
CSE Insurance Group is a leading regional insurance carrier in the western United States, with over sixty years of experience in personal insurance. Our corporate history reflects the company's stability and long-term commitment to our customers. Our mission is to provide consumers with competitively priced products and outstanding service. We are proud of our reputation for excellent customer service. A stable and energetic workforce has been the key to our success in this area. CSE employees embrace the values of honesty, integrity and fairness in their interaction with customers and agents.
Recognizing the role an experienced agent fills for the consumer, CSE has been a strong advocate for the independent agent network as a preferred distribution channel. CSE seeks professional agents whose commitment to their community reflects our corporate values of superior service and fair business practices. Teamwork is a priority at all levels within CSE, and our agents work closely with our employees to ensure our customers receive the best products and services possible!
Pierre Bize, President and CEO
Civil Service Employees Insurance Company / CSE Safeguard Insurance Company
