About Us
Our strength lies in the diversity of the communities we serve, and the broad reach of our team allows us to leverage a multitude of resources for the benefit of every client. With long-standing offices in Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland/Odessa, and San Angelo, we are proud to be a major player in one of the state’s most dynamic regions. We take pride in being a forward-thinking leader in the risk management industry across West Texas, combining national strength with our trusted local presence to deliver even greater value. Our team works closely with clients to develop tailored strategies that go far beyond standard insurance policies. For us, it’s all about relationships. Earning trust, delivering value, and being there when it matters most.
We embrace a culture rooted in service. Taking the time to walk alongside our clients, understanding their operations, identifying risks, and offering meaningful recommendations that help strengthen and support long-term success. Our boots-on-the-ground approach allows us to bring real-world insights into every conversation and create protection strategies with purpose. That same commitment extends to our communities. We believe in giving back, serving others, and building lasting goodwill.
At Alera Group, our work doesn’t stop once a policy is written. Our Pathway to Client Success is built on ongoing collaboration, proactive support, and thoughtful planning. It’s how we ensure you’re protected and positioned for what’s next.
Meet Our Team
Jason Burr, CIC
Personal Lines Risk Consultant
Born and raised in Amarillo, Jason helps local families protect their homes and vehicles while also specializing in commercial insurance for contractors, fleet operators, and large property owners. He has been a proud Independent Insurance Agents of Texas member since 2007. Jason describes himself as a people person and a teacher at heart, taking pride in helping clients understand their policies and improve coverage while managing costs.
An active member of the Amarillo community, Jason is passionate about giving back and supporting local initiatives that strengthen the place he calls home. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and grandchildren and woodworking, photography, cooking, and movies.
LinkedInHelen Burton
Benefits Consultant
Helen provides innovative employee benefits and risk management solutions that enhance employee education, retention, engagement, and participation—with over 20 years of experience, serving employers of all sizes, including groups with more than 4,000 employees. She brings deep expertise in designing benefits programs that make a meaningful impact. In 2010, Helen was honored with the RealLIFEstories Client Services Award, and her story was featured in Newsweek magazine. As a John C. Maxwell Certified Coach and Trainer, she also incorporates leadership development into her client work.
Helen and her husband have one daughter and two grandchildren. Outside of work, she enjoys painting, reading, working out, traveling, and teaching leadership through the John Maxwell Team.
LinkedInSandy Campbell, CIC, PIWT, CRIS
Risk Consultant
Sandy specializes in general commercial insurance and group employee benefits, with a particular focus in oil & gas, energy, and construction. With over 35 years of experience across the insurance spectrum, she brings a comprehensive perspective to helping clients manage risk. Sandy holds both the Construction Risk & Insurance Specialist (CRIS) and Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designations.
A passionate community servant, Sandy dedicates her time to non-profits focused on homelessness. She currently teaches Bible lessons to elementary students through a local ministry. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening and cherishes time with her husband, their four children, 14 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Cliff Craig, CPCU, CIC
Risk Consultant
Cliff attended the University of Texas at Austin and has worked in the insurance industry since 1974, bringing more than five decades of expertise to his clients. Known for his analytical mind and deep knowledge of what he calls “the business of insurance,” Cliff helps clients identify exposures to loss and design insurance-based risk transfer solutions that protect what matters most.
Born in Houston, Cliff has called Amarillo home since 1959 and has long been a leader in the local business community. Outside of work, Cliff values time with his family, traveling, and playing golf.
EXPERT EDUCATION
Events and Webinars
Employee Benefits
Network Performance Strategy: Why Any Provider Costs More — and How to Steer to Value Without Disruption
A steering strategy that improves outcomes and total cost of care.
April 21, 2026 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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Employee Benefits
The Compliance Pathway Q2
Alera Group's quarterly employee benefits compliance roundup will help you stay current on the latest national regulatory developments impacting employers.
May 14, 2026 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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PBM Accountability: Why Employers Overpay — and How to Enforce Transparency
A PBM oversight model with accountability built in.
May 19, 2026 at 01:00 pm CT | Virtual
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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Insights
Property and Casualty
AI Isn’t Liable for the Mistake. You Are.
Artificial intelligence is powerful. It’s also wrong more often than people want to admit.
If you use AI to support or deliver professional services, any mistake it makes is still your responsibility. Not the software’s. Not the vendor’s. Yours.
April 1, 2026
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Property and Casualty
Identity hijacking is surging. Here’s what leaders need to know.
Cyber incidents across our client base have been sharper, faster and more costly this year. Even organizations with strong controls are being hit in ways that look very different from past attacks.
March 13, 2026
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Legal Alert: RxDC Reporting Due June 1st
Reminder: RxDC Reporting Due June 1st
February 26, 2026
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Property and Casualty
AI-Powered Cyber Attacks, Why Yesterday’s Defenses Aren’t Enough.
The widespread availability of AI technology, combined with the ease of manipulating video calls, makes phone and Zoom calls susceptible to exploitation by threat actors.
February 2, 2026
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