Jill Bryant
About Jill Bryant
Jill Bryant serves as the Head of Small Specialty Commercial at AXIS Capital, where she has worked since 2019. With over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, she is known for her expertise in pricing models and risk control, as well as her ability to align stakeholders around key initiatives.
Current Role at AXIS Capital
Jill Bryant serves as the Head of Small Specialty Commercial at AXIS Capital, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she leads initiatives focused on enhancing underwriting efficiency and managing risks through the development of pricing and predictive models. Her strategic vision and ability to align stakeholders around key initiatives contribute to the company's objectives in the specialty commercial sector.
Previous Experience in Insurance Industry
Jill Bryant has over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. Prior to her current role, she worked at CNA Insurance as Vice President and Chief Underwriting Officer for Small Business from 2013 to 2017. She also held positions at Zurich Insurance Company Ltd, serving as Vice President in both Alternative Solutions and Programs from 2005 to 2010 and Segments from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, she was the Head of Small Business at The Cincinnati Insurance Companies from 2017 to 2019.
Educational Background
Jill Bryant earned her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Valparaiso University. She attended the university from 1985 to 1989, where she developed a foundational understanding of business principles that have informed her career in the insurance sector.
Industry Recognition and Achievements
Jill Bryant has been recognized for her contributions to the insurance industry, notably being named in the Business Insurance Women to Watch list in 2021. Her reputation as a visionary thinker is supported by her ability to assess organizations effectively and identify key profit drivers, which has helped her align initiatives with financial performance goals.
Expertise in Underwriting and Risk Management
Jill Bryant possesses a high-level understanding of marketplace trends and the ability to position products and technologies to meet evolving customer needs. Her expertise includes developing sophisticated pricing and predictive models that enhance underwriting efficiency and control risks. She approaches ideas from multiple perspectives, including those of customers, underwriters, and brokers.