Todd Gilkison
About Todd Gilkison
Todd Gilkison serves as the District Sales Manager at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance in California, a position he has held since 2018. He transitioned to the crop insurance industry from a background in professional firefighting and paramedicine, bringing extensive experience as a licensed crop adjuster.
Work at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance
Todd Gilkison has served as the District Sales Manager at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance since August 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales operations and managing client relationships in California. His tenure at the company has lasted for six years, during which he has contributed to the growth and development of the crop insurance market in the region.
Transition from Firefighting to Crop Insurance
Todd transitioned from a career in professional firefighting and paramedicine to the crop insurance industry in 2012. This career shift marked a significant change in his professional focus, leading him to work as an Independent Licensed Crop Adjuster until 2015. His background in emergency services provided him with a unique perspective on risk management and client service.
Education and Expertise
Todd studied at Southeast Community College, where he achieved a degree in Fire Protection from 1996 to 1997. This educational background laid the foundation for his initial career in firefighting and paramedicine. Additionally, he holds both Federal and California Crop Adjuster licenses, which validate his expertise in the crop insurance sector.
Previous Experience in Crop Insurance
Before joining Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance, Todd worked as a claims adjuster for Rain & Hail and Global Ag. His experience in these roles provided him with a solid understanding of the claims process and the intricacies of crop insurance. He began marketing for crop insurance in February 2018, which paved the way for his current position in sales management.