Michelle Watson
About Michelle Watson
Michelle Watson is a Senior Underwriter at James River Insurance Company, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in underwriting and risk analysis, having previously held positions at ACE Group, The Home Depot, and AIG.
Current Role at James River Insurance Company
Michelle Watson has been serving as a Senior Underwriter at James River Insurance Company since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for evaluating insurance applications and determining coverage terms. Her expertise in underwriting contributes to the company's risk assessment and management strategies. Watson operates from the Alpharetta, GA office, where she has built a reputation for her analytical skills and attention to detail.
Previous Experience at ACE Group
Prior to her current position, Michelle Watson worked at ACE Group as an Environmental Casualty Underwriter from 2014 to 2016. During her two years in this role, she focused on underwriting environmental liability insurance, assessing risks associated with environmental hazards. This experience enhanced her knowledge of environmental regulations and their implications for insurance.
Background in Risk Analysis at The Home Depot
Michelle Watson began her career as a Risk Analyst at The Home Depot, where she worked from 2011 to 2014. Over three years, she analyzed potential risks to the company and developed strategies to mitigate them. This role provided her with a solid foundation in risk management practices, which she has applied throughout her career.
Education in Business Administration and Risk Management
Michelle Watson earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus on Risk Management and Insurance / Actuarial Science from The University of Georgia. She attended the university from 1989 to 1993, completing her studies in four years. This educational background has equipped her with essential skills and knowledge relevant to her roles in underwriting and risk analysis.
Career Development at AIG
Michelle Watson's career includes significant experience at AIG, where she held various underwriting positions from 1993 to 1998. She started as an Underwriting Trainee and progressed to roles such as Property Underwriter and Environmental Casualty Underwriter. Her tenure at AIG spanned over five years, providing her with extensive exposure to different facets of underwriting and risk assessment.