Full-Time
Production Underwriter
Posted on 1/12/2026
MEMIC
501-1,000 employees
Underwrites workers' compensation insurance nationwide
No salary listed
Tennessee, USA
In Person
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- 2+ years of technical Property and Casualty underwriting experience
- Build, expand, and nurture strong relationships with independent agents and brokers throughout the Tennessee territory.
- Evaluate insurance submissions to ensure profitability and performance while delivering exceptional service.
- Partner closely with underwriting analysts to uphold high standards of quality and responsiveness.
- Recruit new agency partners and elevate the performance of existing relationships.
- Collaborate with Express and Loss Sensitive partners to drive strategy and execution.
- Conduct market research and bring fresh ideas that keep MEMIC competitive and growing.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- CPCU or insurance designation preferred.
- Strong marketing instincts and the confidence to represent MEMIC in the market.
- Entrepreneurial spirit with a hands-on, results‑driven approach.
- Ability to travel extensively throughout the territory.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and decisive judgment.
- A proactive mindset with the initiative to drive outcomes independently.
MEMIC Group provides workers’ compensation insurance to employers across 46 states, with a focus on improving workplace safety and reducing costs through risk management and safety programs. It underwrites workers’ comp policies, collects premiums from clients, and uses safety resources and training to minimize injuries and claims. The company differentiates itself by combining underwriting with a strong safety-first approach, extensive client support, and a broad geographic reach, supported by a solid financial profile. MEMIC’s goal is to boost economic productivity for its clients by helping them control risk and lower total workers’ compensation costs.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Portland, Oregon
Founded
1993
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Dakota Group acquisition expands Upper Midwest and Great Plains presence, entering high-growth regional markets.
- New CIO Matt Coy drives enterprise modernization and technology strategy post-acquisition integration.
- Territory manager promotions (Jarrard, Roberts) accelerate Southeast and Northeast expansion with loss-sensitive growth focus.
What critics are saying
- Dakota integration execution failure across eight Midwest states risks $171M premium base and agent relationships.
- Loss ratio deterioration from unfamiliar Midwest markets with different claim patterns compresses margins significantly.
- Competitive pricing pressure from national carriers undercuts MEMIC rates in Dakota's core Midwest markets.
What makes MEMIC unique
- Third-largest multi-state workers' compensation specialist with $600M+ combined 2025 writings post-Dakota acquisition.
- Specialized safety-first model reduces employer costs through proactive loss control and injury management services.
- A-rated financial strength by A.M. Best with 33-year track record serving 25,000+ employers nationwide.
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Hybrid Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
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Company News
MEMIC elevates Sunny Jarrard and Benjamin Roberts to Territory Manager roles. March 19, 2026 - WorkCompWire Portland, ME - The MEMIC Group recently announced that it has promoted Sunny Jarrard to Territory Manager for the Southeast Region and Benjamin Roberts to Territory Manager for the Northeast Region. Jarrard to Lead Southeast Territory Expansion In her new role, Jarrard will guide MEMIC's business across Virginia, Maryland, D.C., and Delaware, while also supporting the company's portfolio in Tennessee. She will continue to lead MEMIC's Loss Sensitive Business, helping advance strategic initiatives and ensuring profitable growth across key markets. Jarrard joined MEMIC in 2021 as a Loss Sensitive Underwriter and was later promoted to Loss Sensitive Segment Leader. "Stepping into this role is energizing, and my team feels the same," said Jarrard. "We're ready to listen, collaborate, and deliver the kind of partnership that helps you write more business, retain clients, and give our insureds the tools and support they need to create safer workplaces." Jarrard is a graduate of the University of Georgia and holds the Workers' Compensation Professional (WCP(R) designation. Roberts to Oversee Growth Across New Jersey and Pennsylvania In his new role, Roberts will oversee the MEMIC territory in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. He will lead the underwriting team serving both states, strengthen agency partnerships, and support the continued, profitable growth of MEMIC's regional portfolio. Roberts joined MEMIC in 2019 as a Senior Production Underwriter and was promoted to Senior Loss Sensitive Underwriter in 2024. "I'm thankful for the opportunity to take on the role of Northeast Territory Manager at MEMIC," said Roberts. "This step forward is possible because of the support, collaboration, and trust of an incredible organization, along with the great mentors and leaders I've had the privilege of working with along the way. I'm excited to continue strengthening and growing our agency relationships across the Northeast." Roberts earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Castleton University, with concentrations in Management and Marketing and a minor in Statistics. He also holds the Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Underwriting-Management (AU-M), and Workers' Compensation Professional (WCP(R) designations. Both Jarrard and Roberts will report to Jim Keck, who was recently promoted to Vice President of the Eastern Region, succeeding Jeff Funk, who will be retiring after 20 years of distinguished service at MEMIC. "Sunny and Ben represent the best of who we are - bringing deep market insight, steady leadership, and a genuine commitment to the policyholders and agencies we serve," said Keck. "Their leadership will help us advance the values that define our brand."
MEMIC announces promotion of Daniel Musser to Chief of Staff. March 3, 2026 - WorkCompWire Portland, ME - The MEMIC Group recently announced that it has promoted Daniel Musser to Chief of Staff, the first role of its kind at MEMIC. In his new position, Musser will help guide organizational structure and support initiatives during a period of continued growth and evolution. Musser joined MEMIC in 2022 and has held several key positions including Financial Planning Analyst, Senior Financial Planning Analyst, and Manager of Financial Planning. Prior to joining MEMIC, he held financial analyst and accounting roles with Stanford Management in Portland, Maine. "Daniel's natural curiosity and understanding of risk and financial planning from his former role are invaluable to the MEMIC Group. Daniel's transition into this new role as Chief of Staff has been seamless," said Eileen Fongemie, Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. Musser holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the University of Central Florida and has earned the Workers Compensation Professional (WCP(R) designation. "I am honored to work for a company that truly prioritizes the wellbeing of the people it serves, especially those in the beautiful state of Maine. As I step into the Chief of Staff role, I am excited to help create the structure and support needed for the changes ahead while further enabling the incredible MEMIC team around me," said Musser. Outside of work, Musser enjoys spending time with family, golfing, and hiking.
People moves: MEMIC hires Coy as CIO. The MEMIC Group, headquartered in Portland, Maine, hired Matt Coy as chief information officer (CIO), succeeding Jack Yao, who retired at the end of 2025 after more than nine years of service. Coy leads MEMIC's technology strategy, rejoining MEMIC after serving as CIO at Montana State Fund, where he led enterprise-wide modernization and strategic technology initiatives. His career includes senior leadership roles such as vice president of information technology at MEMIC, director of application development for Aetna, and key positions at Optum and Coventry Health Care. * Categories: East NewsTopics: East, people moves * Have a hot lead? Email Classactionadjusters at [email protected]
Executives on the move at Cowbell, The MEMIC Group, philadelphia Insurance Companies. Cowbell announced the appointment of Simon Hughes as Chief Commercial Officer. Hughes, who previously served as SVP, Global Distribution & GM, UK, will oversee Cowbell's global commercial strategy, including distribution, partnerships, international expansion and market development. Cowbell said that since he joined the company to launch and lead its UK operations, Hughes has played a pivotal role in expanding the insurer's international footprint and strengthening its distribution ecosystem. "Simon has been instrumental in shaping Cowbell's international presence and elevating our commercial capabilities," said Trent Cooksley, Co-founder & Chief Operating Officer, Cowbell. "As we enter this next phase of growth, his leadership across distribution, partnerships, and global market strategy will be critical to scaling responsibly while deepening our value to brokers and policyholders worldwide." The MEMIC Group, a super-regional workers compensation insurer, welcomes back Matt Coy as its new Chief Information Officer, succeeding Jack Yao, who retired at the end of 2025 after more than nine years of service. Coy will lead MEMIC's technology strategy, oversee the maintenance and enhancement of its platforms, and ensure delivery of innovative IT solutions that align with MEMIC's business goals. He rejoins MEMIC after serving as CIO at Montana State Fund. His career includes senior leadership roles such as Vice President of Information Technology at MEMIC, Director of Application Development for Aetna, and key positions at Optum and Coventry Health Care. "We're delighted to have Matt Coy rejoin The MEMIC Group as our Chief Information Officer. Matt's proven expertise and strategic leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping our future as we strengthen our position as the third-largest workers' compensation specialty insurer in the U.S.," said Michael Bourque, MEMIC President & CEO. Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) announced that eight members of its executive team have been promoted to new senior leadership roles. Brent Skiles has been promoted from Senior Vice President, Insurance Operations to SVP & Chief Transformation Officer, Insurance Operations. Skiles has been with PHLY for 15 years and assumed leadership of the company's Insurance Operations Division in 2018. In his new role, he will expand his experience overseeing enterprise-level transformation initiatives that focus on improving underwriting effectiveness, operational efficiency and ease of doing business. Kimberly Hamilton has been promoted from Senior Vice President, Underwriting to SVP & Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer, Underwriting. Hamilton joined PHLY in 2003 and, for the past six years as SVP, has driven growth, revitalization and strategic advancement of multiple commercial lines underwriting divisions, including nationwide field offices. In her new role as Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer, she will expand her leadership to oversee the Human Services Division. George Schalick has been promoted from Senior Vice President, Underwriting to SVP & Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer, Underwriting. Schalick has held several leadership positions during his 23-year tenure at PHLY, including overseeing the Management and Professional Liability Division since 2016. In his new role as Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer, he will continue to have overall responsibility for the Management & Professional Liability Division and also have PHLY's Excess & Surplus Lines Division report to him. Patrick Walton has been promoted from Senior Vice President, Corporate Underwriting to SVP & Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer, Underwriting. Walton joined PHLY in 2013 as Vice President of Corporate Underwriting and was promoted to SVP in 2016. He is responsible for the placement of PHLY's reinsurance treaties; the development and tracking of various underwriting initiatives; and the management of property catastrophe aggregates, pricing tools and peril-specific underwriting guidelines. Jason Copus has been promoted from Vice President of Data Strategy and Automation to SVP of Business Transformation, Insurance Operations. Copus joined PHLY in 2013 and became Vice President of Data Strategy and Automation in 2022, leading the collection, analysis and operationalization of PHLY's data. In his new role, he will continue to advance PHLY's data strategy, as well as lead transformation of the business, including oversight for the company's implementation of artificial intelligence. Brian Himmer has been promoted from Vice President, Underwriting to SVP, Underwriting. Throughout his 19-year tenure at PHLY, Himmer has held various management roles within both the Home Office and Field Offices. Most recently, he has served as the Vice President of Commercial Lines Underwriting, overseeing the Northeast Territory, which includes the New England and Metro Regions. In his new SVP role, he will continue leading the Commercial Lines Underwriting Team for the Northeast Territory while collaborating on strategic advancements in underwriting capabilities and service throughout the nine-state territory. Danielle Panzarino has been promoted from Vice President, Underwriting to SVP, Underwriting. Panzarino joined PHLY in 2006 and since 2015, has served in multiple management roles in the Rocky Mountain, West and Northwest Regions. As SVP, she will expand her responsibilities to oversee the Western Territory Commercial Lines team. Michael Sisk has been promoted from Vice President, Underwriting to SVP, Underwriting. Over his 18 years at PHLY, Sisk has held a variety of underwriting and leadership roles within Management & Professional Liability, most recently serving as Vice President overseeing the Northeast, South and West territories. In his new role as SVP, Sisk will serve as the Division Head of Management & Professional Liability Underwriting.
The MEMIC Group acquires The Dakota Group(R) including Risk Administration Services Inc. Acquisition positions MEMIC as Third-Largest Multi-state Workers' Compensation Specialist FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The MEMIC Group Completes Acquisition of The Dakota Group(R) and RAS, Expanding National Footprint Portland, Maine - The MEMIC Group announced today the successful closing of its acquisition of The Dakota Group(R), including Risk Administration Services, Inc. (RAS) and its affiliated service companies. This strategic combination positions MEMIC as the third-largest multi-state workers' compensation specialist in the United States, with estimated combined 2025 writings of more than $600 million and coverage for over 25,000 businesses nationwide. Both organizations are rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best. RAS is the attorney-in-fact for Dakota Truck Underwriters and, with the acquisition, has a controlling interest in First Dakota Indemnity. This acquisition also includes the purchase of The Dakota Group's affiliated service companies. These companies provide cost-containment services, such as case management, PPO networks, and medical bill review, to a broad client base across the Midwest. "This is an exciting moment," said Michael Bourque, President and CEO of The MEMIC Group. "By acquiring the Dakota Group, we extend our footprint with complementary market territory and increase our impact to the upper Midwest and the Great Plains. The Dakota Group is a very well-run organization whose DNA in workers' compensation insurance is a close match with us. Together, we have enhanced resources and broader expertise that will help us better serve agent and policyholders across the US." "Joining forces with the MEMIC Group strengthens RAS, The Dakota Group, and our affiliates, enabling us to better meet and exceed the evolving needs of agents and customers. Exceptional customer service has been at the heart of our work for 35 years, and that commitment will only grow stronger," said Richard Johnson, President and CEO of The Dakota Group. The transaction includes Risk Administration Services, Inc. (RAS), which serves as attorney-in-fact to the reciprocal insurer Dakota Truck Underwriters (DTU), as well as a controlling interest in First Dakota Indemnity Company, which is managed by RAS. Aon Securities LLC acted as financial advisor, while Pierce Atwood LLP provided legal counsel to The MEMIC Group on this transaction. Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, a Stifel Company, also served in the role of financial advisor, Trade Law PC and Troutman Pepper Locke LLP represented The Dakota Group as legal counsel. About The MEMIC Group The MEMIC Group comprises MEMIC Indemnity Company, MEMIC Casualty Company, and its parent company, Maine Employers' Mutual Insurance Company. All companies are rated "A" (Excellent) by A.M. Best for financial strength and stability. MEMIC is licensed to write workers' compensation coverage across all 50 states and will finish 2025 with over $440 million in direct written premiums. MEMIC partners with more than 21,000 employers and supports approximately 1 million of their employees through proactive safety services and compassionate injury management. MEMIC teams are committed to helping workplaces thrive, from Maine to Florida and beyond. About RAS Companies/The Dakota Group(R) RAS Companies/The Dakota Group(R) is a leading provider of Workers' Compensation Insurance in the Upper Midwest and the largest writer in South Dakota. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, SD, the company operates primarily across eight Midwest states. As of 2025, RAS Companies has reached $171 million in direct written premiums. Through a focus on workplace safety, proactive loss control, and expert claims management, RAS helps employers reduce risk while supporting injured employees in a safe and timely return to work. For more information, visit: www.rascompanies.com MEMIC Media Contact Lily Hanstein Senior Vice President, Strategy & Communications, The MEMIC Group [email protected] (207) 791-3949 The Dakota Group/RAS Media Contact