An IRM Council, composed of leaders in the industry representing agencies, carriers, risk managers, associations, wholesalers and consultants, provides input and insight on the knowledge, skills and abilities needed in the insurance and risk management industry. This partnership shapes the teaching experience so students are provided the relevant information and skills necessary to obtain lucrative careers in the insurance and risk management industries.
Marilyn Davies College of Business
Insurance and Risk Management Center
2019-20 Council
UHD
Dr. Charles Gengler
Dean
Marilyn Davies College of Business
Priscilla Oehlert
Director
Insurance & Risk Mgmt Center
Carriers
Cindy Coleman*
VP-Business Development
AIG-Chartis
Barbara Drollinger
Director, Underwriting
S. Central Region
Everest National Insurance
Pam Humphrey*
Senior Vice President
Chubb
Scott Long, A
Regional Sales Manager
Beasley Group
Matthew Sasso
Houston-Austin Branch VP
CNA Insurance
Craig Witherspoon
Manager Safety Services
Texas Mutual
Brokers/Agencies
Tim Brady
Chairman Emeritus
Brady, Chapman, Holland
David deRoode
Partner, SVP
Lockton Companies
Kyle Dean*
President and CEO
Dean & Draper
Jim Drew
Senior Vice President
Bowen, Miclette & Britt
Ken Hotchkiss*
Chief Operation Officer
Hotchkiss Insurance Agency
Keith Ross
CEO
Select Risk Services
Steven Smith
Agent
State Farm
Charles Vieau
Area President
HUB International
Consultants
Wendall C. Braniff*
Partner
Braniff Attorneys/Counselors
Laura Hill
President-Search Consultant
The Hill Group
Joel Moore
Partner
Kevin Hromas & Associates
Wholesalers
Fred Steves*
Partner
RT Specialty Group
Association
Renee Stager*
Sr. Managing Director
Independent Insurance Agents of Houston
Other
Connie Clarke
* indicates founding member
A indicates UHD IRM Alumni
