December 5, 2025 by matray

The Healthcare Services Group (HSG) family of companies announced today that it has created a new position and added Monte Shields as director of business development. In this newly created role, Shields will direct the expansion of the organization's market presence and strengthen awareness of HSG's products and services, specifically focusing on growing physician and hospital business.

With more 20 years in the medical professional liability (MPL) insurance industry, Shields has experience in sales, marketing, sales management, fundraising and relationship building. He plans to build new relationships and to rely on his current network in developing new business through broker partnerships and direct sales to medical practices.

"I am honored to be joining an outstanding and reputable company and a wonderful group of people. I have always enjoyed the relationships I have in the MPL marketplace and look forward to contributing to HSG's success going forward," Shields said.

Creating this new role and hiring Shields as director of business development fulfills a goal that is one part of the company's overall growth strategy, according to HSG chief executive officer Dana Frese.

"We are committed to growing the physician and hospital market in all of our service areas, and we are excited to have Monte join our team to lead this effort for HSG," Frese said.

The HSG family of companies is a provider of medical professional liability insurance with insureds in Missouri, Kansas and Illinois. Insurance products and value-added services are provided through Missouri Hospital Plan, Medical Liability Alliance, Providers Insurance Consultants and Hospital Association Trust.