Andrea Shopher
About Andrea Shopher
Andrea Shopher serves as the Director of Excess Underwriting at Safety National, a position she has held since 2020. She previously worked as a Senior Underwriter at Travelers for nine years and has a background in Financial Management from the University of Missouri - Columbia.
Work at Safety National
Andrea Shopher has been employed at Safety National since 2017. She currently holds the position of Director in Excess Underwriting. In this role, she oversees underwriting operations and strategies related to excess insurance. Prior to her current title, she served as Regional Underwriting Manager, contributing to the company's growth and efficiency in underwriting practices. Her tenure at Safety National spans over six years, during which she has played a significant role in shaping the underwriting framework.
Previous Experience at Travelers
Before joining Safety National, Andrea Shopher worked at Travelers for nine years, from 2002 to 2011. She held the position of Senior Underwriter specializing in Workers' Compensation in New York, New York. In this capacity, she was responsible for assessing risks and determining coverage terms for various clients. Her experience at Travelers provided her with a solid foundation in underwriting practices and risk management.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Shopher studied at the University of Missouri - Columbia, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Financial Management and Finance from 1997 to 2001. She also attended Truman State University for one year in 1996-1997. Her educational background equips her with a strong understanding of financial principles and underwriting processes, which she applies in her current role in the insurance industry.
Professional Background
Andrea Shopher has a comprehensive background in underwriting, with a focus on excess and workers' compensation insurance. Her career spans over two decades, during which she has developed expertise in risk assessment and management. Her roles have included significant responsibilities in both regional and excess underwriting, contributing to her deep understanding of the insurance landscape.