Don Bedford
About Don Bedford
Don Bedford serves as the Vice President of Workers' Compensation Underwriting for Large Accounts at Safety National, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in the insurance industry, including previous roles at Safety National and Kemper Insurance, and he supervises a team of underwriters across the United States.
Current Role at Safety National
Don Bedford serves as the Vice President of Workers' Compensation Underwriting for Large Accounts at Safety National. He has held this position since 2015 and is based in the Greater St. Louis Area. In this role, he supervises a team of underwriters across the United States and is responsible for providing customized workers' compensation and auto liability programs tailored for self-insured clients.
Previous Experience at Safety National
Before his current role, Don Bedford worked at Safety National in various capacities. He served as Senior Underwriting Manager from 2005 to 2014 and as Assistant Vice President of Excess Workers’ Compensation Underwriting from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he was a Regional Marketing Manager from 1998 to 2005. His extensive experience at Safety National spans nearly a decade and a half.
Experience at Kemper Insurance
Prior to his tenure at Safety National, Don Bedford worked at Kemper Insurance as a Premium Auditor from 1990 to 1994. This role contributed to his foundational knowledge in the insurance industry and helped shape his career in underwriting and risk management.
Educational Background
Don Bedford completed his high school education at Coal City High School from 1982 to 1986. He then attended North Central College, where he studied Business Management with a Minor in English and Communications, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1986 to 1990.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Don Bedford has developed business intelligence and imaging systems from a user perspective, enhancing operational efficiency. He has experience in providing insurance solutions for sovereign nations, showcasing his ability to handle complex underwriting challenges.