Jacob Decker
About Jacob Decker
Jacob Decker serves as the Senior Vice President and Director of Financial Institutions at Woodruff Sawyer, bringing 16 years of expertise in Management Liability risk mitigation. His background includes leadership roles at Lockton Companies and Chubb & Son, along with significant contributions to California's IPOs and unicorns.
Current Role at Woodruff Sawyer
Jacob Decker serves as the Senior Vice President and Director of Financial Institutions at Woodruff Sawyer. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the company's growth and service capabilities for a decade. In this role, he acts as an extension of clients' teams, conducting detailed exposure analysis and tailoring business insurance solutions to meet specific needs. His leadership has been instrumental in Woodruff Sawyer's recognition as one of the top Directors and Officers (D&O) brokers in key markets.
Previous Experience at Lockton Companies
Before joining Woodruff Sawyer, Jacob Decker worked at Lockton Companies as Vice President and Financial Services Practice Leader from 2005 to 2014. During his nine years in the San Francisco and San Jose offices, he focused on management liability risk mitigation. His experience at Lockton laid a strong foundation for his current role, enhancing his expertise in financial institutions.
Background in Financial Institutions
Jacob Decker began his career at Chubb & Son, where he worked as a Financial Institution Underwriter from 2002 to 2005. This three-year tenure provided him with essential insights into the financial services sector and risk management practices. His background in underwriting has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in financial institution insurance.
Education and Expertise
Jacob Decker earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Washington, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background has equipped him with analytical skills and economic knowledge that support his professional endeavors in risk mitigation and insurance solutions.
Involvement in California IPOs and Unicorns
In the past five years, Jacob Decker has been involved in Woodruff Sawyer's service to 34% of California IPOs. He has also played a significant role in the company serving 28% of all California unicorns and 20% of all California public companies. His work spans various sectors, including Social, Genomics, Healthcare, Greentech, Big Data, Internet, and the On-Demand Economy, demonstrating his broad industry expertise.