David Williams
About David Williams
David Williams is an Underwriter at Auto-Owners Insurance, where he has worked since 2017, specializing in personal lines insurance in the Greater Atlanta Area. He has a diverse background in various roles, including real estate and customer service, and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from The University of Georgia.
Work at Auto-Owners Insurance
David Williams has been employed at Auto-Owners Insurance as an Underwriter since 2017. In this role, he reviews all personal lines business in Georgia, which includes new business, endorsements, and renewals. He specializes in underwriting various personal lines such as home, auto, dwelling fire, inland marine, and umbrella accounts. Williams provides high-level service by assisting agents through phone calls from the main office line. He maintains strong interpersonal relationships with independent agents within a defined territory and manages workflow efficiently, even during high volume periods.
Education and Expertise
David Williams holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from The University of Georgia, where he studied Business Management with a minor in Geography. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he applies in his current role as an Underwriter. Williams possesses a strong working knowledge of state insurance rules and regulations, which is essential for his responsibilities in underwriting personal lines. He utilizes critical thinking skills to make informed decisions on accounts by collaborating with agents for mutually beneficial outcomes.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Auto-Owners Insurance, David Williams gained diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Realtor at Keller Williams Realty, Inc. for nine months in 2016-2017. Prior to that, he served as an Usher/Concession at AMC Theatres for one year in 2011-2012. Williams also held positions such as an Insurance Sales Representative at State Farm for one month in 2015, an Intern For A Day at the US Environmental Protection Agency in 2014, and a Police Recruit with Gwinnett County Government for seven months in 2015-2016. Additionally, he worked as a Personal Trainer at Fitness 19 for six months in 2011.
Skills and Responsibilities
In his role as an Underwriter, David Williams is responsible for reviewing personal lines business and ensuring compliance with state insurance regulations. He excels in managing workflow efficiently, adhering to deadlines, and providing exceptional service to agents. His ability to maintain strong interpersonal relationships with independent agents is a key aspect of his work. Williams applies critical thinking skills to assess accounts and collaborates with agents to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.