Tell us about yourself as a professional. Do you have a special interest or area of expertise,
unusual background or experience, or a topic or skill you’re working to get better at?
Some serendipitously find themselves working within the insurance industry. I was different. I, apparently, set my sights on the industry at the age of 8 when I told my dad that I would one day like to be his boss. Fast forwarding decades later, I now work with my dad in the country's oldest family-owned independent Auto-Owners agency. I am a fourth generation independent agent.
It just so happens that I actually enjoy the industry, even if not yet my dad's boss. I enjoy learning all the new, non-insurance things that one learns when trying to frontline underwrite a risk. I especially enjoy being part of the team that helps people get their life back after life's worst events.
Why are you passionate about working in insurance and/or risk management?
Though people often don't realize it, the insurance industry is critical to economic and social stability. It is also the foundation that allows people the confidence to take on risk and create something extraordinary, whether its the Empire State Building or a regional food bank. In short, very little drives the economy, businesses, and families forward with confidence like having insurance can and does.
Tell us about something you enjoy outside of work, a cause you support, a hobby, family activity, or anything else that is important to you.
I love being a husband and father. Time spent with family (preferably outside) is time well spent for me. My family and I enjoy doing a large variety of activities such as waterskiing, windsurfing, traveling, fishing, or just reading a good book.
In your opinion, what’s the best thing about being a CPCU Society member?
The best thing about a CPCU Society Member is the knowledge gained.
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