Brandy Schmitz
About Brandy Schmitz
Brandy Schmitz is a Benefits Analyst with extensive experience in risk analysis and group insurance. She has worked for several companies in the insurance industry, including MetLife and Brown & Brown, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kansas State University.
Work at Woodruff Sawyer
Brandy Schmitz currently holds the position of Benefits Analyst at Woodruff Sawyer, a role she has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, she applies her extensive knowledge of group insurance and risk analysis to support the company's benefits offerings. Her work involves analyzing benefit plans and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Schmitz's experience in the insurance sector enhances her ability to provide valuable insights into employee benefits.
Previous Experience in the Insurance Industry
Before joining Woodruff Sawyer, Brandy Schmitz worked as a Benefits Analyst at Brown & Brown from 2019 to 2022. In this role, she focused on analyzing and managing employee benefits programs. Prior to that, she served as an Underwriter at MetLife from 2015 to 2019, where she assessed risk and determined insurance coverage. Her career began at Purple Wave, Inc. as a Web Operations Associate from 2011 to 2014, providing her with a diverse background in operations and analysis.
Education and Expertise
Brandy Schmitz earned her Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Kansas State University, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. This educational background contributes to her analytical skills and technical understanding within the insurance industry. Schmitz possesses advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, particularly in applications related to insurance and underwriting, which supports her analytical capabilities in her current and previous roles.
Background in Risk Analysis
Brandy Schmitz has a strong background in risk analysis, which is a critical component of her work in the insurance industry. Her experience includes evaluating risk factors and developing strategies to mitigate potential losses. This expertise is evident in her roles at MetLife and Brown & Brown, where she applied her analytical skills to assess and manage insurance risks effectively.