Bret Lawrence
About Bret Lawrence
Bret Lawrence serves as a Partner and Senior Vice President at Woodruff Sawyer, specializing in insurance solutions for the construction sector. He has maintained a client retention rate exceeding 98% and possesses extensive expertise in various insurance areas.
Work at Woodruff Sawyer
Bret Lawrence has served as Partner and Senior Vice President at Woodruff Sawyer since 2004. His role involves providing specialized insurance solutions tailored to the construction sector. Under his leadership, the firm has maintained a client retention rate exceeding 98%. Bret's team is noted for its stability, with an average employee tenure of over 10 years, contributing to a consistent service experience for clients in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Education and Expertise
Bret Lawrence holds an MBA from San Francisco State University, where he studied from 2007 to 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, completing his degree from 1997 to 2002. His expertise encompasses specialized insurance areas, including captives, loss sensitive programs, and owner and contractor controlled programs. He also focuses on personalized client advocacy in general and auto liability, workers’ compensation, and environmental liability.
Professional Involvement
Bret Lawrence is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Subcontractors Association, Construction Financial Management Association, and Associated General Contractors of America. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to the construction industry and his dedication to advancing best practices within the sector.
Previous Experience
Before his current role at Woodruff Sawyer, Bret served as a Board Member for United Contractors from 2012 to 2013. This position allowed him to engage with industry leaders and contribute to discussions on issues affecting the construction sector in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Personal Life
Bret Lawrence resides in San Ramon, California, where he is actively involved in raising three sons. His commitment to family and community reflects his values outside of his professional endeavors.