Susan Garrard
About Susan Garrard
Susan Garrard serves as the Executive Vice President and Technical Sales Leader at CAC Specialty, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in the insurance industry, she has been recognized as a Power Broker by Risk & Insurance magazine and specializes in multinational insurance coverage for power generation projects.
Work at CAC Specialty
Susan Garrard has served as the Executive Vice President, Technical Sales Leader at CAC Specialty since 2021. In this role, she focuses on technical sales strategies and client engagement within the insurance sector. Her responsibilities include maintaining and negotiating relationships with clients and underwriters, which are crucial for successful account placements and renewals. Garrard's leadership contributes to the overall growth and effectiveness of the technical sales team at CAC Specialty, located in the Greater Boston area.
Previous Experience at Beecher Carlson
Prior to her current position, Susan Garrard held various roles at Beecher Carlson over a span of nearly a decade. She began as an Assistant Account Manager from 2006 to 2008, then progressed to Account Manager from 2008 to 2011. She continued her advancement as a Senior Account Manager from 2011 to 2012, followed by a role as Assistant Vice President from 2012 to 2014. Garrard was promoted to Senior Vice President, serving from 2014 to 2016, and finally took on the role of Managing Director from 2016 until her departure in 2021.
Education and Expertise
Susan Garrard studied at Bentley University for one year from 1992 to 1993. Her educational background, combined with her extensive experience in the insurance industry, has equipped her with the skills necessary to excel in technical sales and client management. Garrard specializes in designing and implementing insurance programs for power projects on a global scale, focusing on comprehensive coverage for various risks and exposures.
Industry Recognition
Susan Garrard has been recognized multiple times as a Power Broker by Risk & Insurance magazine. This acknowledgment highlights her expertise and influence within the insurance industry, particularly in the areas of technical sales and client relationship management. Such recognition reflects her commitment to excellence and her significant contributions to the field.
Specialization in Multinational Insurance Coverage
Garrard specializes in coordinating multinational insurance coverage for a diverse range of power generation projects. Her expertise includes working with various energy sources such as wind, solar, geothermal, and natural gas storage facilities. This specialization allows her to effectively address the unique risks and exposures associated with these projects, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive insurance solutions.