Lauren Baysden Kender
About Lauren Baysden Kender
Lauren Baysden Kender is a Senior Underwriter at AXA XL, with a background in large property underwriting and account management. She has over 15 years of experience in the insurance industry, having previously held positions at The Hartford, Travelers, and CRC Insurance Services.
Current Role at AXA XL
Lauren Baysden Kender serves as a Senior Underwriter at AXA XL, a position she has held since 2023. She operates in a hybrid work environment based in Greater Cleveland. In her role, she is responsible for evaluating risks and determining appropriate coverage for clients, leveraging her extensive experience in the insurance industry.
Previous Experience at The Hartford
Before joining AXA XL, Kender worked at The Hartford as an Executive Underwriter - Large Property from 2022 to 2023. During her tenure in Greater Cleveland, she focused on underwriting large property accounts, applying her expertise to assess complex risks and develop tailored insurance solutions.
Career at Travelers
Kender spent eight years at Travelers as an Account Executive in National Property from 2014 to 2022. Based in Independence, Ohio, she managed national property accounts, building relationships with clients and ensuring their insurance needs were met through effective risk management strategies.
Experience at CRC Insurance Services
Prior to her roles at Travelers and The Hartford, Kender worked as an Associate Broker at CRC Insurance Services from 2007 to 2014. This position was based in Norcross, GA, where she gained valuable experience in the insurance brokerage sector, facilitating the placement of various insurance products for clients.
Educational Background
Kender studied at Kennesaw State University from 1998 to 2002, where she earned a degree in Marketing. This educational foundation has contributed to her skills in client relations and understanding market dynamics within the insurance industry.