Debra L. Foddrill
Naperville
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Underwriting Specialist, National Accounts - Excess Casualty
AIG
Chicago
01.2021 - Current
- Structure and manage company participation in Commercial Insurance programs for large Corporates, Fortune 100 and 500.
- Conducted marketing meetings with brokers and clients to review account performance and industry trends, aligning company offerings with client needs.
- Plan and deliver new hire training sessions on company procedures and best practices and maintain related presentation materials.
- Represent the company in public speaking roles at industry conventions and broker events.
Sr. Vice President, Head Casualty, Corporate Solutions
Swiss Re
Chicago
12.2007 - 12.2016
- Led and managed a team of Commercial Casualty Insurance underwriters in the Chicago office.
- Managed portfolio of Corporate accounts for the region.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and changes in laws affecting insurance products.
- Member of Volunteer Committee to plan and execute company led community projects.
Sr. Underwriting Specialist, Excess Casualty Department
Fireman's Fund Insurance Company
Chicago
01.2005 - 12.2006
- Coordinated with Regional Underwriting Executive to develop and implement marketing and underwriting strategies for Midwest regionalization of Commercial Insurance business.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners, including Brokers and Risk Managers.
- Assisted in developing training materials for new underwriting team members.
Assistant Vice President, Primary Casualty Department
Argonaut Group, Inc.
Chicago
12.2003 - 12.2005
- Collaborated within the executive team to create and execute the 2005 business and underwriting plans for the new insurance division, Argonaut Specialty, Inc.
- Liaison to Corporate Underwriting, Compliance, Operations and IT departments to integrate new product lines and services with existing systems and infrastructure.
- Developed Underwriting Guidelines that established standards for risk selection, pricing, form/manuscript usage, and file documentation, ensuring consistency and compliance.
Assistant Vice President, Excess Casualty Department
General Star Management Company
Chicago
01.1999 - 12.2003
- Underwrote a $9M E&S Primary book of Umbrella/Excess and Auto buffer book of business- trucking, product manufacturers, specialty/industrial contractors, and social service.
- Established and maintained relationships with wholesaler brokers in Midwest Region and Texas to enhance collaboration and improve market reach.
Account Underwriter, Major Markets Division
St. Paul Insurance Companies
St. Paul
01.1993 - 01.1999
- Structured and managed company participation in Casualty insurance programs for large trucking risks.
- Received 1997 Chairman's Award for excellence in client service, recognizing commitment to client satisfaction and support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management and Marketing
Illinois State University
Normal, IL01.1992
Timeline
Sr. Underwriting Specialist, National Accounts - Excess Casualty
AIG
01.2021 - Current
Sr. Vice President, Head Casualty, Corporate Solutions
Swiss Re
12.2007 - 12.2016
Sr. Underwriting Specialist, Excess Casualty Department
Fireman's Fund Insurance Company
01.2005 - 12.2006
Assistant Vice President, Primary Casualty Department
Argonaut Group, Inc.
12.2003 - 12.2005
Assistant Vice President, Excess Casualty Department
General Star Management Company
01.1999 - 12.2003
Account Underwriter, Major Markets Division
St. Paul Insurance Companies
01.1993 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Management and Marketing
Illinois State University