Bart Davis
About Bart Davis
Bart Davis serves as the Vice President of Underwriting at RLI Insurance Company, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in the surety market, having held various positions within RLI and other companies over a career spanning several decades.
Work at RLI Insurance Company
Bart Davis has held multiple positions at RLI Insurance Company since joining in 1993. He currently serves as Vice President, Underwriting, a role he has occupied since 2014. Prior to this, he worked as Assistant Vice President, Contract Surety, from 2000 to 2014. His earlier role at RLI was as Surety Field Sales Executive, which he held from 1993 to 2000. Throughout his tenure, he has overseen the RLI Contract Surety Group, providing bond solutions for various industries.
Education and Expertise
Bart Davis earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Finance from The Ohio State University - The Max M. Fisher College of Business, completing his studies from 1983 to 1987. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the surety market, where he has developed expertise in underwriting and bond solutions.
Background in Surety Insurance
Before his long tenure at RLI Insurance Company, Bart Davis worked at Ohio Casualty Group as a Bond Representative from 1987 to 1992. This role provided him with foundational experience in the surety insurance sector. His cumulative experience in the industry spans over three decades, contributing significantly to RLI's reputation as a specialty insurer.
Achievements in Insurance Ratings
Bart Davis has played a key role in maintaining the A+ 'Superior' rating by A.M. Best Company for RLI's insurance subsidiaries. His leadership and oversight of the underwriting processes have been instrumental in achieving this recognition, reflecting the company's commitment to quality and reliability in the insurance market.