Michael Morris
About Michael Morris
Michael Morris serves as Assistant Vice President at AXA XL, specializing in underwriting property insurance with an emphasis on catastrophe perils, particularly hurricanes, in the southeastern United States. He has over 16 years of experience in the reinsurance industry and previously worked as an underwriter at CNA Insurance.
Work at AXA XL
Michael Morris has been serving as Assistant Vice President at AXA XL since 2007. In this role, he specializes in underwriting property insurance, with a particular emphasis on catastrophe perils such as hurricanes. His responsibilities include assessing and managing risks associated with natural disasters in the southeastern United States. This strategic position allows him to leverage his extensive experience in the reinsurance industry.
Experience in the Reinsurance Industry
With over 16 years of experience in the reinsurance industry, Michael Morris has developed a strong expertise in property facultative underwriting. His career includes a significant tenure at CNA Insurance, where he worked as an Underwriter from 2005 to 2007 in Atlanta, GA. This background has equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate complex underwriting scenarios and manage risks effectively.
Education and Expertise
Michael Morris earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Risk Management and Insurance from The University of Georgia. He studied there from 2001 to 2005, which provided him with a solid foundation in risk assessment and management principles. This educational background supports his current role in underwriting and risk management within the property insurance sector.
Background in Underwriting
Michael Morris began his career in underwriting at CNA Insurance, where he worked for two years in Atlanta, GA. His focus during this time was on developing skills related to property insurance underwriting. His early experience laid the groundwork for his later specialization in catastrophe perils, particularly hurricanes, which is a significant aspect of his current role at AXA XL.