Karen Sellar
About Karen Sellar
Karen Sellar is a Senior Underwriter in Personal Lines at Intact Financial Corporation, where she has worked since 2008. She has a background in marketing and community relations, and she actively trains junior underwriters while managing underwriting reports and broker inquiries.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Karen Sellar has served as a Senior Underwriter in Personal Lines at Intact Financial Corporation since 2008. With 16 years of experience in this role, she operates out of Calgary. Her responsibilities include handling inquiries from brokers and providing recommendations, which highlights her strong communication and advisory skills. Additionally, she reviews underwriting reports and makes necessary recommendations, demonstrating her expertise in risk assessment. Karen also plays a key role in organizing teamwork, ensuring efficient workflow and collaboration among team members.
Education and Expertise
Karen Sellar has pursued education in relevant fields to enhance her professional skills. She studied at the British Columbia Institute of Technology from 2000 to 2002, achieving a degree in Marketing/Marketing Management. In 2019, she furthered her education at Mount Royal University, earning a Community Investment Certificate. This educational background supports her expertise in underwriting practices, which she shares by providing instruction and training to junior underwriters.
Background
Before her tenure at Intact Financial Corporation, Karen Sellar worked at McDonald's Corporation as a Community Relations professional from 2007 to 2008 in the Calgary area. This experience contributed to her strong communication skills and ability to engage with various stakeholders. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to developing her skills in both community relations and underwriting.
Achievements in Underwriting Training
In her role as a Senior Underwriter, Karen Sellar has been actively involved in providing instruction and training to junior underwriters. This initiative enhances their skills and knowledge in underwriting practices, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the underwriting team. Her commitment to mentoring reflects her dedication to fostering professional growth within her organization.