Wendy Gray
About Wendy Gray
Wendy Gray is a seasoned insurance professional currently serving as a Senior Commercial Lines Account Manager and Team Lead at Patra Corporation since 2021. With a career spanning over four decades, she has held various roles in the insurance industry, including positions at Philadelphia Insurance Companies and Anco Insurance, and she owned her own agency from 2016 to 2020.
Work at Patra Corporation
Wendy Gray has been employed at Patra Corporation since 2021, serving as a Senior Commercial Lines Account Manager, Team Lead, and Manager Trainee. In this role, she oversees commercial lines accounts and leads a team, contributing to the company's operational success. Her tenure at Patra Corporation spans three years, during which she has utilized her extensive experience in the insurance industry to manage client relationships and ensure effective service delivery.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Prior to her current position, Wendy Gray worked at Philadelphia Insurance Companies as a Senior Account Executive I from 2004 to 2013. This nine-year experience in the Austin, Texas area allowed her to develop her skills in account management and client relations. After that, she served as an Account Manager at Anco Insurance from 2013 to 2016, further enhancing her expertise in the insurance sector.
Career Progression in Insurance
Wendy Gray began her insurance career in 1979 as a mail clerk at American National Insurance Co. in Galveston, Texas. She transitioned to the independent agency side in 1981, initially focusing on personal lines. In the 1990s, she shifted her focus to commercial lines, pursuing classroom education to obtain the necessary designations and licensing, which has been integral to her career development.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
On September 1, 2016, Wendy Gray purchased her own insurance agency, aiming to leverage her extensive industry knowledge. This venture marked a significant step in her career, allowing her to apply her skills and experience in a more independent capacity, while continuing to serve clients in the insurance market.