Lauren Ward, Cpcu
About Lauren Ward, Cpcu
Lauren Ward, CPCU, serves as the Director of Underwriting for Commercial Specialty Auto at RLI Insurance Company in Atlanta, Georgia, a position she has held since 2020. With extensive experience in the specialty auto underwriting sector, she manages a team focused on challenging risks and has previously worked in various underwriting roles across multiple companies.
Current Role at RLI Insurance Company
Lauren Ward serves as the Director of Underwriting for Commercial Specialty Auto at RLI Insurance Company. She has held this position since February 2020, contributing to the company's operations in Atlanta, Georgia. In this role, she manages a team of underwriters who focus on writing hard-to-place risks within the Commercial Specialty Auto sector. Her leadership has been pivotal in guiding the underwriting department through various challenges in this specialized field.
Previous Experience in Underwriting
Before her current role, Lauren Ward worked at The Navigators Group, Inc. as a Senior Specialty Auto Underwriter from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, she was employed at RLI Insurance Company as a Commercial Auto Underwriting Manager from 2018 to 2020, and as a Commercial Auto Underwriter from 2010 to 2016. Her career also includes a position as an Underwriter at National Interstate Insurance Company from 2008 to 2009. This extensive experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of the underwriting landscape.
Educational Background
Lauren Ward completed her high school education at Milton High School, where she achieved a College preparatory curriculum. She furthered her education at the University of Georgia - Terry College of Business, earning a degree in Marketing from 2003 to 2007. This educational foundation has contributed to her expertise in the insurance industry.
Leadership in Commercial Specialty Auto Underwriting
Since taking on the role of Director of Underwriting for Commercial Specialty Auto at RLI Insurance Company, Lauren Ward has led initiatives to enhance the underwriting process for complex risks. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration and strategic decision-making, ensuring that her team effectively addresses the unique challenges presented in the Commercial Specialty Auto market.