Samantha Baxter
About Samantha Baxter
Samantha Baxter is a Senior Underwriter at Intact, specializing in Commercial Auto, with over nine years of experience in the insurance industry. She holds multiple certifications and has a background in private investigation, along with a commitment to mentoring and training others.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Samantha Baxter has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation since 2012, holding various positions within the Commercial Auto underwriting sector. She began her career as an Underwriting Assistant for six months before advancing to the role of Junior Underwriter, where she worked from 2012 to 2014 in Edmonton. After a year as a Junior Underwriter for Commercial & Farm Auto in Calgary, she transitioned back to Edmonton as an Intermediate Underwriter in 2015. In 2021, she was promoted to Senior Underwriter, a position she has held for three years.
Education and Expertise
Samantha Baxter has a diverse educational background. She studied Information Management & Library Technology at Grant MacEwan University from 2008 to 2009. She later pursued Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching at Mount Royal University, earning a certificate in 2018. Additionally, she completed a certificate in Private Investigation at Bow Valley College from 2019 to 2020. Her ongoing professional development includes working towards obtaining a CIP designation.
Background in Underwriting and Investigation
Samantha Baxter has extensive experience in underwriting, particularly in the Commercial Auto sector. She has worked in various capacities at Intact Financial Corporation, including roles as an Underwriting Assistant, Junior Underwriter, and Senior Underwriter. In addition to her underwriting expertise, she is a licensed private investigator in Alberta, which adds a unique dimension to her professional skill set.
Community Engagement and Mentorship
In 2016, Samantha led the Raise The Roof campaign for the Calgary branch of Intact Financial Corporation, demonstrating her commitment to community involvement. She also participated in mentoring through the In The Lead program for the Calgary Youth Justice Society in 2019, reflecting her interest in training and supporting others in their professional development.