Our Company

Vici Alexander is the Chief Financial Officer at Sterling Seacrest Pritchard and has more than 20 years of financial & accounting, tax and consulting experience. Vici brings with her a broad accounting background with experience in financial reporting and analysis, auditing and reviews, consolidating reporting, cash management & treasury, strategic financial management, and process evaluation & improvement.

A certified public accountant, Vici received her Bachelor of Science in accounting and her Master of Science in accounting and taxation from the University of North Texas. Prior to joining SSP, she served as chief financial officer and various management positions with companies in the private and public accounting sector.

Chad Angell is a commercial Client Advisor based in Atlanta, Georgia. Chad’s practice focuses on technology companies, law firms, and nonprofits. He also has experience with restaurant groups, retail, and healthcare companies.

Chad has a Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and a Master’s in Teaching & Learning from the University of California, San Diego.

Chad is especially savvy in the technology sector, having worked in SaaS sales for an Atlanta-based HR technology company. His experience with payroll, HR, and benefits administration technology made his segue into commercial insurance seamless.

Previously, Chad has worked on sustainability, development, and helping the homeless with the City of Refuge and other nonprofits and churches in Atlanta.

Jim Bailey, CPCU serves Sterling Seacrest Pritchard as CEO with a leadership style that emphasizes strategy, promotes philanthropy, trusts in high-performing leaders, and prizes humility and character development.

A graduate of the accounting program at The Defiance College, Jim began his career as an auditor and CPA, later making the move into insurance, working with clients like Dana Corporation, Libbey Owens Ford, American Cancer Society, and the PGA TOUR.

Philanthropy and community involvement have long been important to Jim. He presently sits on the Board of Directors for both Assurex Global and the Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers and serves on the Ronald McDonald House Charity Golf Committee. He has also served as an Assurex Global North American Regional Chair, in various capacities with Intersure, the Insurance Trust of The Georgia Society of CPA’s, the Mountain View Indemnity Ltd, the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, the Atlanta Youth Academy Auction Host Committee, the Atlanta Ronald McDonald House Charity Gala Committee, and the Athletic Association Board for Blessed Trinity Catholic High School.

Paul Baker, CIC has over 15 years of expertise in the insurance and risk management industry. Paul specializes in the construction industry, working with business owners, principals and managers to structure deals, manage risks, and strategically lower the costs of doing business. 

Paul received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia and holds a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation.

With a dedication to giving back to the community, Paul has served as an instructor, guest lecturer and panel member on construction insurance topics for the Greater Atlanta Homebuilders Association. He is a member of Cobb County Big I, is active in Cobb County’s Chairman’s Club for the Chamber of Commerce, and is a member of the ABC of Georgia, AGC of Georgia, the Construction Financial Management Association, the Georgia Utility Contractors Association, the Greater Atlanta Homebuilders Association, the Hispanic Contractors Association of Georgia, the National Association of Surety Bond Producers and the Surety Association of Georgia.

Nick Barlow is a commercial Client Advisor based in Atlanta, Georgia. Nick has proven to be an ambitious and valuable asset to SSP’s commercial teams, specializing in Construction, Wholesale, Manufacturing, and Real Estate.

Nick graduated from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business with a Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management and Insurance in 2019. While at UGA, Nick received the Risk Management and Insurance Leadership Scholarship in the fall of 2018. He was also President of his fraternity and Vice President of Finance and Communications for the Interfraternity Council.

Nick continues to dedicate himself to his community. He is a member of Associated Builders and Contractors of Georgia, the Atlanta Metro Rotary Club, and is a baseball coach with Northside Youth Organization.

Nick received the Northside Youth Organization’s Positive Coaching Alliance Award in 2022. He is also a member of the 2022 ABC of Georgia’s Future Leaders Program class.

“I enjoy the opportunity to work with business owners and protect their business and employees,” Nick said of his role with SSP. “I enjoy helping my clients navigate that process. [They need a] good faith partner that helps solve the insurance puzzle.”

Bill Barrow assists clients in developing effective risk management procedures and serves as a human resources and employee benefits advisor on strategic issues.

Bill advises clients on a wide range of issues including loss control, inspections, training and safety planning. He also conducts site visits for post-lost mitigation.

Bill has more than 30 years of experience in risk management, human resources, and employee benefits programs. He began his career at Sea Island Company in 1988 and excelled in the following positions:

Employment Manager

Benefits Manager

Benefits and Risk Manager

Director of Risk Management

Director of Benefits and Risk Management

Director of Employee Relations

Director of Human Resources

Director of the Center for Leadership, Learning & Development

Chaplain

Bill holds the Certified Risk Manager (CRM) and Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designations. He is a member of the Society of Human Resources Management, Risk and Insurance Management, and the Resort Hotel Association.

Patrick Bell has more than 20 years of experience as a partner and client advisor with Sterling Seacrest Pritchard specializing in life and employee benefit programs for his clients across various industries.

Patrick earned his Bachelors of Business Administration from Georgia State University and has held many positions of leadership across his career in insurance.

Jeb Blazevich is a talented benefits broker specializing in Non-Profit and Human Services, Healthcare and Real Estate & Hospitality.

Jeb evaluates and explores alternate medical funding arrangements for his clients. He uses variations of self-funding, cost containment, and carved-out pharmacy solutions to establish sustainable, long-term benefit solutions. This allows Jeb to better position his clients to be in control when dealing with healthcare & provides a higher level of service to their employees.

Jeb finds purpose by serving others through advocacy. He does so professionally by brokering, consulting, and administering Employee Benefits programs for businesses of all types.

Outside of work, Jeb is a counter-trafficking and homeless advocate serving the marginalized in downtown Atlanta. In Nashville, he served on an Anti-Human Trafficking board and led monthly Men Against Trafficking meetings. He currently volunteers weekly with Frontline Response, attends Passion City Church, and serves on a local board for Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA).

Originally from Charlotte, NC, Jeb met his wife Addy while playing football at The University of Georgia. Jeb helped to take the Dawgs to SEC and Rose Bowl Championships.

Brian Boro, CPCU, is a Director of Client Strategy with Sterling Seacrest Pritchard and brings over 20 years of experience to our team. He specializes in the design, implementation, and monitoring of risk management programs with a vision of helping his clients achieve their financial, growth, cultural, and risk goals. His expertise lies in the real estate and development, construction, hospitality, and technology industries. Brian holds a Chartered Property & Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia. Brian is passionate about learning every aspect of his clients’ operations and what they do so he can best protect both their bottom line and prepare them for a successful future in an ever changing world.

Bradford (Brad) Brezina is a Partner for Sterling Seacrest Partners and brings with him over 11 years of experience. His primary focus is the development of unique comprehensive programs that meet the risk management needs of his clients. He specializes in commercial real estate, construction, manufacturing, and the tree care industry. Brad serves Sterling Seacrest Partners clients across the Southeast.

Prior to joining Sterling Seacrest Partners, Brad worked for several companies in the insurance, risk management, and commercial real estate space, designing and implementing risk and investment strategies. He is a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC).

A Georgia native, Brad graduated from the Athens Academy in Athens, Georgia. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business management from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Brad was a four-year letter winner on the Georgia Tech football team.

Brad lives in Tyrone, Ga with his wife Patty and their four children. He is active in his community, attending Dogwood Church in Tyrone and serving as a board member for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Fayette County.

Tony Burger, CPCU, ARM-E, ARM, AAI has over 40 years of experience in designing holistic risk management & insurance programs for commercial business owners.  His objective is to help his clients understand that insurance premiums and traditional insurance policies only address a portion of their overall risk cost and exposure to loss.

Tony holds several industry professional designations including the Chartered Property Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Risk Management-Enterprise Risk Management (ARM-E), Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and Accredited Advisor in Insurance (AAI). He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management & Insurance from Georgia State University. 

He has received Career Achievement awards from the Georgia State University department of Risk Management along with Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity. He also was recognized as a Distinguished Alumni by the Georgia State University Alumni Association in 2018. He is active in the community as he serves as the Chairman of the Metro Atlanta Salvation Army Advisory Board.

Elisha Burks is a Property and Casualty Client Advisor based in Little Rock, Arkansas. With 18 years of industry experience, Elisha values providing meaningful service to construction, manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, and equipment rental policyholders.

Elisha is a dedicated and well-equipped risk management and safety expert, earning her Bachelor’s in Emergency Management from Arkansas Tech University and later getting her Master’s in Public Administration and Conflict Mediation Certificate from the University of Arkansas in Little Rock.

Apart from her niche industry focuses, Elisha also services several distinct lines of business, including petroleum marketers and distributors, auto equipment dealerships and services, service contractors, funeral homes, retailers, and machine and milling shops.

In addition to her impressive work experience, Elisha is a dedicated mom and volunteer, serving in her church, her sons’ sports teams, and fundraising for their school, Little Rock Catholic High School.

With all this incredible expertise, we’re thrilled to welcome Elisha to our Arkansas Team. “My priority is to assist policyholders with their risk management needs,” Elisha said. “And to help them boost profitability, efficiency, and culture.”

Atlanta

Lawson Burnat, CPCU, AIS assists his clients in identifying, analyzing and evaluating a company’s operations and their risk exposures which could impact the financial future of their business, the day to day business operations and the physical loss to business assets. He is experienced in the alternative risk marketplace which includes captives and other self-insured vehicles.

Lawson has extensive experience working with Restaurant/Hospitality, Retail Rent-to-Own, Specialty Trade Contractors, Staffing Firms, Law Firms, Real Estate, Manufacturers, Distributors and Private Equity industries with clients throughout the United States and International operations.

Lawson graduated from The University of Georgia where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics. He obtained his Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Associate in Insurance Services (AIS) professional designations. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife Laura and two children. Lawson serves on the Special Olympics Georgia Honorary Board and volunteers his time to Special Olympics of Georgia and the athletes.

Michael Butler, CPCU has more than 30 years of commercial property and casualty insurance brokerage and consulting experience and was a founding partner of Sterling Seacrest Pritchard.

Michael has a broad range of expertise in all lines of commercial insurance, including large account/complex casualty programs.

Michael earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management & Insurance from the University of Georgia and holds the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) professional designation.

An active supporter of his community, Michael has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including:  

Boy Scouts of the Coastal Empire (Endowment Board Member)

Junior Achievement (Board Member)

Propeller Club of Savannah (Member)

Two Hundred Club of Coastal Empire (Former Member)

Former Assistant Scout Master for Troop 527, Boy Scouts of America.

Charles (Charlie) Caswell, CLU, CPCU has over 36 years of insurance experience in the Property & Casualty and Employee Benefits sectors with a focus in the Real Estate and Property Management industries. He is known for his commitment to his clients’ best interest and his unique knowledge of the industry.

Charlie is a Chartered Life Underwriter and is actively working towards his Chartered Property & Casualty Underwriter designation. 

He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Management from the University of Tennessee. Charlie is a member of the American Society of Certified Life Underwriters.

Charles “Charlie” Caswell Jr. joined SSP in 2023 after spending ten years in software development. Charlie is a commercial Client Advisor based in Atlanta.

After graduating with a Bachelor’s in Finance from the University of Tennessee Knoxville as a professional in software development, he specialized in sales optimization and data integration.

Charlie says he’s excited to be a part of a more collaborative work environment with a small-company feel. “Insurance is something everyone needs,” Charlie said. “It’s a valuable product, and I like that I have the opportunity to be an expert and deliver quality treatment to clients.”

Charlie is active in his community and is a Board Member of the Northside Athletes Foundation. He has been working closely with Soccer in the Streets, a local group that builds soccer fields around MARTA stations and provides playing opportunities and community involvement for kids around those neighborhoods. He was also President of the Northside Athletes Foundation from 2020 to 2023.

Chip Compton has more than 30 years of commercial brokerage, consulting and risk management experience and was a founding partner and owner of a Savannah-based insurance agency for more than 17 years. 

Chip focuses on designing cost-effective risk transfer programs for complex property-casualty accounts in the Hospitality, Construction, and Manufacturing industries.

An active supporter of his community, Chip has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including:  

• Savannah Benevolent Association (Board Member)
• The Telfair Museum (Board of Trustees and Past President)
• Savannah Country Day School Board of Visitors (Chairman)
• Savannah Country Day School Board of Trustees (Past Chairman)
• Vestry of St. John’s Church
• BB&T Bank (Former Director)

Chip has also been actively involved in the insurance profession on a local, regional and national levels, including serving in various positions including:

• Young Agents of Georgia (Former Chairman)
• Independent Insurance Agents of Savannah (Former President)
• Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia (Former Board Member)
• CNA Advisory Board (Former Chairman)
• Zurich Insurance Advisory Board (Former Chairman)
• Georgia Agency Partners (Former Chairman)

Chip holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from the University of Georgia.

Tucker Compton is a Client Advisor based in Savannah, Georgia. Tucker has extensive expertise in bonding, surety, and complex Property and Casualty risk management programs, specializing in solutions  for the construction, solar, and healthcare industries.

Tucker graduated from the University of Georgia with a BBA in Risk Management & Insurance. He’s a recipient of the Genesee General Youth Agent Scholarship. Tucker is a Savannah native and graduated from Savannah Country Day School. He is currently a member of the Big I – Commercial Lines Committee, and Telfair Contemporaries.

Tucker is a personable expert and enjoys the distinctive challenges associated with his role. “I love learning about other people’s businesses and working as an advisor for them,” Tucker said. “Coming up with creative solutions to fit the needs of each individual business is what I am best at.”

James “Jim” C. Congelio brings more than 30 years of experience in sales and underwriting roles to Sterling Seacrest Pritchard.  Jim’s primary focus is Property & Casualty and Surety clients in the Construction industry throughout Florida.

He earned his Bachelors of Arts in Accounting from the University of South Florida.

A native of  Florida, he lives in Tampa with his wife.   He has two children and two grandchildren in the Tampa area.

James “Jim” N. Congelio has more than 10 years of experience in the insurance and surety field providing risk management solutions for clients. 

James works with clients in a variety of industries including construction, surety/bonding, and property management accounts.

He graduated from the University of Georgia with degrees in Finance and Risk Management & Insurance. 

Bryan Cruce is Director of Client Strategy for Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. Bryan focuses on managing a commercial lines team that is dedicated to serving clients in a variety of industries including technology, life sciences, non-profits, manufacturing, and professional services.

Bryan spent his early career cultivating business acumen with another insurance group in their Charlotte, NC and Atlanta offices. He began as a business analyst before becoming an underwriting and sales manager.

Bryan graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics and has also received his Chartered Property Casualty (CPCU) designation.

Bryan and his wife, Katie, reside in Underwood Hills with their son and golden retriever.

Bill Danish has over 35 years of experience in the employee benefits consulting field. 

Bill specializes in designing Employee Benefits programs including structuring of consumer driven health plans, defined contribution medical and flex benefit designs, wellness and disease management programs, pharmacy benefit plans,  and referenced based reimbursements. 

Bill holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (College of Insurance) from St. John’s University in New York City.

Chase Darnell joined SSP in 2023 and is an employee benefits Client Advisor based in Atlanta.

After graduating with a Bachelor’s in Political Science from Davidson College, Chase started his career as an employee benefits sales representative in New York City.

After gaining experience in Manhattan working in the Employee Benefits sector, he moved to Atlanta to begin insurance advising for middle-market clients.

Because of Chase’s varied insurance background, he has extensive knowledge of ancillary coverages and enrollment strategies. Chase also assists in FMLA/ADA compliance.

Chase is active in his community and is currently a member of the Cherokee Chamber of Commerce and SHRM Atlanta.

“I’m motivated to work in the insurance industry because I have seen the financial burden placed on families who need insurance the most,” Chase said. “My drive is to help employers offer world-class benefits without cost shifting to their employees year over year.”

Laura Delavan has more than 15 years of expertise in employee benefits and human resources consulting and is a leader in the employee benefits team at Sterling Seacrest Pritchard.

Laura received a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies in 2002 from Michigan State University, where she was a member of the International Honor Society, Phi Beta Delta.

She currently resides in Midtown Atlanta and is president of her home owners association. An active volunteer and an avid runner, Laura has completed six half-marathons. She is passionate about travel and learning about different cultures, from the lakes of northern Michigan to international destinations such as Italy or Brazil.

Client Advisor Hunter DeWitt, CLCS, joined Sterling Seacrest Pritchard’s Tampa office in January 2022.

Specializing in P&C and Employee Benefits, Hunter excels in providing solutions inside the Construction, Manufacturing, Real Estate, and Professional Services industries.

Hunter began his insurance journey as an agency intern after receiving advice from several business mentors at Florida State University. Hunter went on to earn Risk Management and Insurance and Real Estate degrees from FSU.

Hunter’s other most noted accolade from his experience at FSU was as a quarterback during the 2013-2014 football season, where the Seminoles clinched the 2014 BCS National Championship.

Active in his community, Hunter is a member of Associated Builders and Contractors and the Suncoast Utility Contractors Association. He is also involved in several non-profit organizations, including Feeding Tampa Bay and Hillsborough Education Foundation.

When asked what drew him to insurance, Hunter said he observed producers with similar skill sets, personalities, and a sense of purpose. “I remember thinking that many of the producers I met aligned with my purpose…I truly enjoy advocating for clients and learning about their business,” Hunter said.

Brad Disque is a Client Advisor for our Private Risk clients with over 24 years of experience. He is licensed in both Property & Casualty and Life & Health Insurance and specializes in developing risk management programs for high net worth individuals and families.

Brad graduated from the University of Georgia in with a Bachelor of Science in Risk Management & Insurance and is an active member of his Atlanta community.

Rob Dornbush has over twelve years of experience in the Employee Benefits space. He specializes in mid-market companies in a wide range of industries.

Rob has extensive experience working with captives, self-insured employers, alternative funding arrangements, and pharmacy benefit managers and has a vast knowledge of worksite benefits.

Rob is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Marketing.

Steve Eagle has more than 35 years of experience in the employee benefits consulting field. As a Partner of Sterling Seacrest Pritchard, Steve is committed to building an organization that is an asset to the community in terms of professionalism and civic support.

During his career, Steve has designed and managed health and welfare plans for Fortune 1000 companies, municipal and public entity organizations, major healthcare systems, and a range of prominent not-for-profit entities. He has special expertise in designing analytics-driven health strategies for employers of all sizes. His core consulting focus is on strategic assessment and benefit plan analysis; program design; financial management, and contractual oversight.

Steve earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. His is professional designations include the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), and Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU).

An active supporter of his community, Steve has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including: Savannah Music Festival (Board); Senior Citizens, Inc. (Past Chair); Savannah Yacht Club (Past Commodore); United Way Board (Past Chair); United Way Campaign (Past Chair); Light the Night, Leukemia Lymphoma Society (Past Chair); Leukemia Cup Regatta Executive Committee (Past Chair); American Red Cross (Past Chair); GA State Council of American Red Cross (Past Chair); Greater Savannah Sports Council (Past Chair); Leadership Savannah (Graduate); and First Presbyterian Church (Ordained Elder).

Tucker Eagle is a Client Advisor based in Atlanta, Georgia. He has worked with Sterling Seacrest Pritchard since 2019 on the client service side, focusing on Technology, Manufacturing, Education, Agriculture, and Healthcare.

Tucker’s varied insurance career has brought him coast to coast, having held roles as a Benefits Consultant in San Francisco and Austin, Texas. He now specializes in several niche services, including Self-Funded Programs, Reference Based Programs, and Captive Programs.

Because of his wide-ranging experience, Tucker’s expertise extends to Data Management, Actuarial Analysis, and Benefit/HRIS/Payroll Technology Administration.

Tucker holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia. He is a United Way of Greater Atlanta member and a board member of the Young Professional Leaders.

A Georgia native, Tucker grew up in Savannah and lives in the Atlanta area with his wife, Stacy, and their lab, Hendrix.

Will Edwards is a native of Birmingham and is the 3rd generation of his family to serve others in the insurance space.

Will’s primary focus providing risk management solutions for the real estate sector including large property developers, managers, and owners. He is immersed in the community and supports various organizations including SmileMile, A-Team Ministries, and JH Ranch where he serves as a Board Member.

Will graduated Cum Laude from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Sales. During his time at the University of Alabama, he was a 3-time All American on the Track & Field team.

Andy Glenn, CPCU has over 20 years of experience and is the 2nd generation of his family to serve in the insurance industry. Andy’s primary focus is the innovative placement of larger property risks including CAT exposed property, multifamily, student housing, warehouse and larger real estate schedules. He specializes in providing risk management solutions for the real estate and construction sector, specifically working with those in the large risk management space and heavy construction exposures.

Andy graduated from Auburn University and received his MBA from the University of Alabama, specializing in Finance and Real Estate. He holds a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation and was recognized in 2021 by Risk and Insurance as a Power Broker in the Real Estate category.

Noland Glenn is a commercial Client Advisor based in Atlanta, Georgia. His expertise is focused on the following industries: construction, manufacturing & distribution, contractors, real estate, and technology.

Noland is a solutions-oriented individual who specializes in developing proactive risk management solutions to fit each clients unique needs. Noland’s expertise in commercial insurance and risk management allows him to tailor unique risk management programs and insurance solutions for each client, and work with executive leadership to execute them with efficiency. Noland has expertise in the following risk management and insurance topics: commercial property and casualty insurance, workers’ comp and experience modification rating, employee safety and workplace injury prevention, product liability, auto liability, cyber liability, and financial analysis and strategy for surety bonding.

Noland attended Lee University and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s in Business Finance. Noland is an active member in the Associated Builders and Contractors, Associated General Contractors, Atlanta Electrical Contractors, and Georgia Mining Association. Noland also dedicates his time to multiple non-profit organizations including Project Healing Waters, and Take it Outside, LLC where he currently serves on the board. Noland is a native of Atlanta, Georgia, and now resides in Woodstock where he enjoys attending his local church, First Baptist Woodstock, hunting, hiking, fly fishing, and spending time with his family.

Brett Godwin is the Chief Revenue Officer for Sterling Seacrest Pritchard.

Will Godwin is a Client Advisor for Sterling Seacrest Pritchard and works alongside Private Equity Groups and Family Offices for Property & Casualty due-diligence, Transactional Risk placement, and post-close insurance placements. He also advises clients in the construction, consumer, manufacturing and real estate sectors.

Will is a member of the Association for Corporate Growth and on the Young Profession Leaders’ board of United Way of Greater Atlanta. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management and Marketing from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Prior to joining SSP, Godwin was a producer at a regional insurance brokerage specializing in commercial lines.

David Greene serves his clients as a Partner and Client Advisor with Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. David focuses on risk management and insurance-based risk transfer programs in the Construction, Hospitality, Manufacturing & Distribution, and Non-Profit industries.

As a member of the National Football League (NFL) 2005-2008, Greene played for the Seattle Seahawks, New England Patriots, Kansas City Chiefs and Indianapolis Colts.  During college, Greene played as the quarterback for the University of Georgia football team (2001-05) where he was the most successful quarterback in NCAA history with 42 wins in four years.  

He holds a Bachelors of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia.

An active supporter of his community, David has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including: 

• Gwinnett Medical Center Foundation (Board Member)
• Greater Gwinnett Championship (Board Member)
• Gwinnett Medical Center (Concussion Advisory Committee)
• United Community Bank (Community Bank Board)
• Gwinnett FCB (Board Member 2009-2013)

Raymond Greer is a Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Client Advisor based in Birmingham, Alabama. A Finance graduate from Louisiana Tech University, Ray is dedicated to helping companies grow and protect their assets.

Ray is a committed property and casualty advisor specializing in several markets, including distribution, manufacturing, and construction.  His experience working with these industries led him to join ABC Alabama and AGC Alabama Southeast Produce Council.

Ray also serves on the Board of Directors for the Alabama Independent Insurance Agents.

“I truly believe that SSP offers clients the best insurance experience available,” Ray said, “because we genuinely care about our clients.”

Ray Greer has built his insurance career on sharp industry insight and strong ethics, qualities that align with the Sterling Seacrest Pritchard culture. “SSP is a collection of like-minded professionals, who work hard to serve their clients with integrity,” Ray said.

 Caroline Gregory, CIC, TRS, is a Client Advisor concentrating on commercial insurance with a unique focus on transportation, warehouse and logistics, and construction.

 A native of Savannah, Caroline attended St. Vincent’s Academy and graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance. Caroline is a member of the Society of Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC) and the Motor Carrier Insurance Education Foundation (MCIEF). She holds the Transportation Risk Specialist (TRS) designation. 

 Caroline is an active member of her community and has served with various organizations including the United Way of the Coastal Empire, Chatham Savannah Citizen Advocacy, Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Gulfstream Student Leadership Program and Folds of Honor Savannah. She was a participant in the Alzheimer’s Association Dancing Stars of Coastal Georgia, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 2021 Women of the Year and is also a graduate of Leadership Savannah.

Lamar Gresham, CPRIA, LUTCF is a Client Advisor with over 25 years of experience, specializing in Private Risk Management. His focus is to provide expertise for financially successful individuals and families, specifically working with high net-worth clients. Lamar’s areas of expertise include litigation, property and casualty, aviation, marine, excess liability, and catastrophic exposed areas such as coastal properties.

Lamar holds a Bachelor of Science with a Minor in Risk Management from Georgia State University. He has also earned advanced designations as a Chartered Private Risk and Insurance Advisor (CPRIA), a Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF), and is actively working toward a Certified Personal Risk Manager (CPRM) designation through The National Alliance.

Lamar is a member of multiple civic organizations including the Private Risk Management Association, National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, and as a member and advisor of the Family Office Exchange. He has served as a College Football Official for over 10 years and is also a youth coach for a variety of sports.

Bill Griffin, AFSB has over 30 years of experience specializing in the construction insurance and surety field. He began his career as an underwriter for The Travelers before moving to Ohio Casualty as an underwriter and Bond Manager. Bill is dedicated to providing his clients with unmatched expertise in the industry. He specializes in insurance and risk management solutions in the Construction, Manufacturing, Surety, and Transportation industries.

Bill is active in all Arkansas Construction associations, received the ABC’s Outstanding Council Volunteer Award, and has served as both Council Member and Board Member for the Associated Builders and Contractors of AR.

He holds his Associate in Fidelity & Surety Bonding (AFSB) designation. Bill earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Finance & Banking from the University of Arkansas (GO HOGS!).

Bill is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys sharing his passion of hunting and fishing with his two sons. He has been a strong supporter and volunteer for the growing sport of wrestling in Arkansas, a sport in which both sons competed. He is a native Arkansan and takes full advantage of living in The Natural State.”

Bryan Griffis, CIC, TRS, CWCA, CWCP is a Client Advisor based in Savannah, Georgia. He’s a Workers’ Compensation specialist with unique focuses in Construction Insurance, Experience Rating Modification Analysis, and Audit Reviews.

Bryan has pursued a wide variety of continued education and community outreach opportunities. He currently holds four designations: CWCP (Certified Work Comp Professional), CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor), TRS (Transportation Risk Specialist), and CWCA (Certified Workers’ Compensation Advisor). He is also an active committee member of the Georgia Motor Trucking Association and the Motor Carrier Insurance Education Foundation.

He is incredibly active in his community, having served as Chairman of the Board for the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce from 2009-2021 and as a member of the Wayne County Industrial Development Authority and the Wayne County Board of Tourism.

Bryan uses his extensive community service experience to better serve and understand his Workers’ Comp clients. This localized community focus drew him to Sterling Seacrest Pritchard.

“[We’re a] risk management firm comprised of deep industry expertise in the verticals that we support, “ Bryan said of SSP. “We have the robust advantages of a national firm, but we’re still hyper-focused on the communities that we serve.”

Wesley Hamilton, CIC has more than 20 years of property & casualty insurance and surety experience, and serves as a trusted advisor to his clients across a diverse spectrum of industries. These include construction, commercial insurance, professional services, manufacturing, not for profit entities, retail and technology. He recognizes the unique challenges faced by business owners and executives and specializes in helping small and growing companies minimize risk and maximize profitability.

Wesley guides customers to manage their insurable risk in the most effective way possible. With many clients in the construction field, he understands the importance of staying abreast of current legislative, tax and regulatory issues.

Wesley’s professional background includes:

• Certified Insurance Counselor since 2003
• Membership in the Georgia Utility Contractors Association and the Associated General Contractors of Georgia (AGC)
• Leadership roles including Legislative Committee Chairman and member of the Board of Directors of the AGC of Georgia

Wesley received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Georgia where he was a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He currently serves on the Board of Mary’s Merry Christmas Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to spreading holiday joy to children with cancer and their families.

Steve Heinen, CWCP, AAI has been an active influencer in the insurance industry since 1983. His primary focus is workers compensation, where he developed the comP4® process which has helped hundreds of organizations reduce workers compensation and associated costs.

Steve currently holds his Accredited Adviser in Insurance (AAI) and Certified Workers’ Compensation Professional (CWCP) designations, is a graduate of the University of Georgia, and is active in the Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia. Steve has managed the CWCP certification program since its inception in 1999. He has received the IIAG’s Presidents Citation, Past Presidents Award, and Exceptional Service Award.

Garry Hill has over 20 years of expertise in the financial, consulting, and insurance industries, and specializes in Employee Benefits. Garry has held positions as a benefits broker, associate consultant, and portfolio manager in the technology and life services groups.

Garry received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the Williams School of Commerce at Washington and Lee University where he was on the NCAA Division III Men’s Soccer and was selected All Conference. Garry was also the recipient of the Mollie Trent Signaigo Scholarship in Commerce and the Greg Eugene Mohr Scholarship.

With a dedication to giving back to the community, Garry is actively involved with 60 Feet, a non-profit committed to serving the needs of imprisoned children in Uganda, sings in the Sound Investment acapella music group, volunteers as a soccer coach for Top Hat soccer club, Say Yes!, and is an active member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church.

Trevor Holder provides exceptional employee benefit consulting and risk management solutions for clients in a wide variety of industries.  He specializes in all forms of fully insured and alternative risk transfer methods for clients’ employee benefit plans.  His industry specialties include but are not limited to construction, architecture/engineering practices, professional services, and manufacturing. 

Trevor received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia. On the UGA baseball team, he earned Academic All-SEC standing three times and Athletic All-SEC two times. He was also the recipient of the 2008-2009 Male Sportsmanship Ethics Award for the University of Georgia. 

Prior to joining Sterling Seacrest Pritchard, Trevor played professional baseball for five seasons with the Washington Nationals and the San Diego Padres, two of those seasons in Australia and the Czech Republic. Trevor is involved in the baseball community in Buckhead as the head coach for the 13U ATL baseball program.

Patrick Hollifield is based in the Atlanta office and concentrates on commercial insurance with a focus on construction, hospitality and tourism, and the entertainment industry.

Patrick’s twenty-year tenure in the insurance industry allows him to approach middle-market companies with strategies typically reserved for larger risk management environments. His focus is providing a strategic management approach that assists clients and prospects with designing an insurance program tailored to their specific needs.

Prior to joining SSP, Patrick worked as a property & casualty practice leader for USI Insurance, where he oversaw Atlanta operations and provided executive leadership relating to sales mentorship, retention, and operations.

Patrick and his wife, Suzy, have two children and reside within Woodstock. In his spare time, Patrick enjoys being an avid Motocross rider and enthusiast. He is a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps and honorably served during Operation Desert Storm.

Willie Kelly serves as Directory of Claims Advocacy for Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. His areas of expertise include Property & Casualty claims and coverage and Executive Lines of coverage.

Willie graduated from Florida A&M University with honors in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business.

Prior to working at Sterling Seacrest Pritchard, Willie was a Claims Advocacy Manager with Ironwood at Marsh & McClennan Agency for 6 ½ years. He also spent 7 years at Aon Risk Services, Central, in Omaha, NE as an Associate Account Executive/Claims Consultant prior to joining Ironwood.

Susannah Kinsey, CIC, CRM has more than 26 years of experience in providing risk management and commercial insurance solutions to clients throughout the United States and the Caribbean. Susannah is a leader in the Real Estate & Hospitality industry which specializes in risk management services for asset and property managers, property developers, contractors, property owners, fund managers, condos, hotels, and resorts. In addition, she provides merger and acquisition advisory services including due diligence consulting on insurance related matters for private equity firms.

She is active in the commercial real estate industry and has served as an instructor and panel member at various industry functions, including Attorneys and Executives in Corporate Real Estate (AECRE), Georgia Apartment Association (GAA), Atlanta Apartment Association (AAA) and Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW).

Susannah received a dual Bachelor of Business degree in Finance and Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia. She completed the Harvard Negotiation School in Boston, is a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), a Certified Risk Manager (CRM) and is a member of the 1% Club in Atlanta.

Garret Lazenby has expertise in the transportation, logistics, and supply chain industries.  His experience began by working for actual transportation, logistics, and supply chain companies to advising companies in these industries on their insurance, risk management, and surety.  

Garret has clients throughout the United States and is a leader in Sterling Seacrest Pritchard’s Transportation & Logistics practice group.  His passion goes beyond the transportation, logistics, and supply chain industries to include a broad range of insurance solutions for private equity, investment banks, professionals, general commercial business, community associations, and individuals.

Garret received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Logistics & Intermodal Transportation from Georgia Southern University and was a member of its Varsity Men’s Soccer Team.

Garret is active in various associations and industry groups such as the Transportation Club of Atlanta (Board Member), Georgia Motor Trucking Association, and South Carolina Trucking Association.  

Walt Lee is a Client Advisor for Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. He specializes in risk management, employee benefits and commercial insurance solutions for clients in the manufacturing, distribution, construction, hospitality and healthcare sectors. Walt works with each client individually to advocate for and provide the best solutions for their needs.

Walt graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Marketing degree from Valdosta State University. He is currently pursuing a Charter Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation.

Walt lives in Marietta, Georgia with his wife Rebecca and their three children. He is a member of Roswell Presbyterian Church where he volunteers with the high school youth program.

Allen Lumpkin, CIC, ARM, CCIC has over 20 years of commercial insurance experience designing insurance and risk management programs for businesses of all types. He leads the Cyber & Technology Practice Group within Sterling Seacrest Pritchard and is an expert in Cyber Liability and the associated exposures that affect nearly every industry. Allen serves many industries including Financial Services and Technology.

In addition to his cyber niche, he evaluates captives, retro programs, large deductible programs, and other risk financing options and analyzes the cost benefits of these programs for his clients. This expertise allows Allen to assist in the development and effective management of not only cyber programs, but the holistic insurance portfolio and risk management programs of his clients

Allen’s expertise in Cyber Liability has earned him the CCIC (Cyber COPE Insurance Certification) designation, awarded to a select few professionals internationally, by the Heinz College of Carnegie Mellon University. 

Allen is actively involved in his community through Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, Northside Youth Organization (NYO), and TER (Technology Executives Roundtable) where he serves on the board.

Mike Martinez joined Sterling Seacrest Pritchard’s Atlanta office in 2022 as a Private Risk Client Advisor with over 12 years of experience in the insurance industry.

Before joining SSP, Mike was a senior underwriter for a large wholesale broker with over 60 offices in the United States. As a senior underwriter, Mike was recognized as a Top 10 Underwriter Producer. Mike is dedicated to protecting his clients’ assets and personal insurance needs and brings a unique perspective from his time in underwriting.

Mike joined Sterling Seacrest Pritchard because the “mission is all about serving people and being the best partner to clients and team members. That resonates with my core values.”

Mike attended Devry University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems. He is an active member of his community and recently completed his term as a board member for Suwanee Elementary School in the Gwinnett County Local School Council.

Dave Mathews, CPCU, ARM, AAI is a Partner and Client Advisor with Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. Dave specializes in designing Risk Management and Insurance Programs for public and private corporations in the Manufacturing, Distribution, Retail, Hospitality, Professional Services, and Non-Profit industries. He consults with companies and is a key industry leader in the use of captives and self-insurance as risk financing methods. 

He holds several industry designations and is a Leadership Atlanta Class Alumni and the Co-Founder of the Annual Nonprofit Leadership Conference. Dave earned his Bachelor of Science from Miami University.

Joey Maxwell, CLCS’s main areas of expertise are in construction, manufacturing, real estate, and non-profits. He also provides exceptional service and risk management solutions across a diverse spectrum of other industries.

Joey is a solutions-oriented individual who excels in developing innovative strategic plans and executing them with efficiency. He maintains his Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) designation and works diligently to remain ahead of the curve on industry related topics.

Joey has held various leadership positions and remains active in the Associated Builders and Contractors, Georgia Highway Contractors Association, Associated General Contractors, and the Construction Financial Management Association, where he currently serves on the board. As an industry expert, Joey has authored numerous articles on insurance and risk management and has been an active guest lecturer on such topics. 

A native of Sandy Springs, Georgia, Joey graduated from Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School and received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Clemson University. Following his time at Clemson, Joey joined Teach For America where he taught at a middle school in Dallas, Texas for two years and led his students in achieving dramatic academic gains.

Joey and his wife live in Morningside and are actively involved in the community. He maintains his passion for education by serving as a member of Teach For America Metro Atlanta’s Leadership Council and as a member of Clemson University’s Political Science Advisory Board.

Dennis McClelland has more than ten years of experience in the insurance industry. He is a strategic client advisor focusing on management services to clients in the healthcare, restaurant, and professional industries.

He has extensive experience in designing insurance programs, implementing risk management initiatives, and providing claims advocacy for clients.

Dennis received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Mississippi.

Tom joined Sterling Seacrest Pritchard in 2019 with over 17 years of industry experience. He is licensed in both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Tom’s concentration is developing risk management solutions for the Manufacturing and Construction industries and Non-Profits.
Tom assists his clients in identifying, analyzing, and evaluating a company’s operations and risk exposures which could impact the financial future of their business, the day-to-day business operations, and the physical loss to business assets. He then leads the team in implementing, negotiating, and managing a risk management and insurance program that facilitates each client’s unique growth strategy.
Tom graduated from Northeastern Illinois University with a degree in Finance. He is also a dedicated American Red Cross donor, donating 25 gallons of blood with a goal to donate at least 50.

Since 2000, Mike has provided consultative guidance and support for businesses that are interested in controlling healthcare costs. 

Through analytics, strategic planning, and execution, Mike delivers cost containment programs that eliminate wasteful spending and optimize program value. 

He is a Valdosta State University graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science, which allows him to provide his clients with exposure to the power of behavior change and wellness as a component of cost control.

Bartley Miller has over 16 years of insurance brokerage and consulting experience and his passion to serve and advocate for his clients and their goals permeates all aspects of his professional career.

Bartley is a leader in the Healthcare and Non-Profit practice groups at Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. As a thought leader in the industry, he has authored numerous articles in industry leading publications and has been an active guest speaker for numerous industry associations.

Bartley received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia. While at the University of Georgia he was a three-year football letterman and was named to the All-SEC Academic Football Team.

Bartley serves as Co-Chair of Sponsorships for the Terry College of Business Gala, a Marist Alumni Board member, UGA Terry College of Business Alumni Board member, a CLC Facilitator, and Northside Youth Organization coach. Bartley attends Peachtree Road United Methodist Church where he serves as a facilitator in their discipleship program and on the Finance Committee.

Greg Miller, FLMI has more than 30 years of experience in the employee benefits consulting field. He specializes in strategic assessment and analysis of client benefit programs, creating financial strategies and cost management programs, and offering innovative strategies in plan management (including pharmacy, disease management & wellness).

Greg holds the Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI) professional designation and he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia.

Known for making the complex simple, John harnesses intellectual capital gleaned from three decades of critical thinking about risk management and risk transfer solutions. Certitude from an agnostic viewpoint is what John’s clients rely upon in protecting their assets.

Routinely approached to speak to organizations nationwide, John regularly appears in the press on risk management and insurance topics.

John holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Furman University. Before Furman, he attended The Baylor School in Chattanooga and graduated from The Westminster Schools in Atlanta.

John is the past Chairman of SecureRisk, LLC (a cooperative venture of 100+ agencies across the Southeast that ranks as the 4th largest Agency Partnership in the U.S. by Insurance Journal).

An Eagle Scout, John enjoys his service as an Assistant Scoutmaster of Troop 232 (a troop his grandfather founded almost 60 years ago in service to Atlanta’s youth). With a dedication to giving back, John has coached football, basketball, baseball, and softball through the Northside Youth Organization for almost 30 years and serves on its Board of Directors. He also is a Past Chairman of The Schenck School and a former board member of the Wiskott-Aldrich Foundation, Camp Kudzu, and the Westminster Catbackers.

John and his wife, Mary reside in Sandy Springs and have two sons and a daughter.

Matt Miller, CPRIA is a Partner with more than 20 years of experience. Matt consults clients with unique needs regarding higher liability protection and has found this to be an under-served community. This includes families that have homes in various locations or protection for valuables such as art, jewelry, or heirloom pieces. His clients benefit from a highly collaborative process that results in customized insurance and consulting solutions.

Matt received a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he was a three-year football letterman and named to the All ACC Academic Football Honor Roll. An active member of the community, Matt works with local youth as a community coach at a variety of levels and has served on the Board of the Georgia Tech Fellowship of Christian Athletes. In addition, he is currently serving on the Board of Athletes for a Better World, an organization that uses sports to develop character, teamwork, and citizenship.

Matt’s commitment to his clients and his community are clearly evident in his professional and philanthropic goals. His business model is built on the values of creating a relationship with clients, providing a high level of personal service, and delivering a tailored risk management solution for successful families; resulting in better protection and cost-efficient solutions.

Thomas Musselwhite is an experienced property and casualty client advisor based in Atlanta. Dedicated to helping clients build risk management solutions that improve safety culture, Thomas delivers results that reduce claims and control insurance costs. He holds his Certified Workers Compensation Professional and Certified Insurance Counselor designations.

Thomas has a wide range of industry knowledge with a unique specialty in Workers’ Compensation. He’s active in the Georgia Workers’ Compensation Association and frequently speaks at Workers’ Comp conferences.  His experience has led to contributing to regional publications, such as Workplace Health Magazine.

Thomas’ extensive experience has made him a valuable partner for manufacturers, staffing firms, developers, contractors, waste, recycling, and transportation companies throughout the southeast.

He graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.S. in Public Health.

When he’s not working, he’s active in the community and enjoys volunteering with the Kyle Pease Foundation. He also loves to travel and spend time with his wife and two sons.

Partner Marie Nitto brings more than 20 years of experience to her clients in the Private Client Group. 

Her expertise is in risk management, financial, and insurance solutions for successful individuals and their families. Marie provides clients with the right solutions for homeowners, automobile, liability, and specialty coverages.

Jon Nordin has over 22 years of experience and specializes in complex insurance brokerage and risk management solutions with particular expertise in the Real Estate, Power & Energy, Hospitality, Contracting, Manufacturing and Distribution industries.

Jon holds Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Certified Workers’ Compensation Professional (CWCP) designations and is a licensed agent in both Property & Casualty and Life & Employee Benefits. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia.

Jenny O’Sako, CIC, CISR has more than 20 years of experience serving clients in the commercial and personal insurance fields.  

During her career, Jenny has held management and client executive positions and has earned the professional designations of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR). Jenny holds a Bachelor of Science in Risk Management and Insurance from Indiana State University.

An active supporter of her community, Jenny has volunteered her time and talent with numerous organizations, including:

• United Way of the Coastal Empire (Campaign Cabinet Member)
• Leadership Savannah Graduate (Class of 2012)
• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
• Sacred Heart Church

Thomas Odom has more than five years of experience administering property-casualty insurance programs for middle market and large corporate accounts.

He specializes in creating risk management and insurance solutions for Construction, Real Estate, Financial, Legal and Non-Profit clients.

An active supporter of his community, Thomas has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including: St. Josephs Candler Foundation (Candler Clays Board Member); Savannah Community Foundation (Emerging Leaders Committee); Independent Agents of Georgia (Young Agents Committee); William Jay Society (Board Member); and University of Georgia Alumni Association (Board Member).

Thomas holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk & Insurance Management from the University of Georgia.

Brian Olsen, CEBS, CSFS, CPBS is an experienced Client Advisor specializing in creative employee benefits strategies to mitigate risks of health plans for companies ranging from 50 to 5,000 employees. 

Brian’s expertise resides in data management solutions and analysis, pharmacy cost containment, and complex contract negotiations. 

He holds the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Certified Self Funding Specialist (CSFS), and Certified Pharmacy Benefits Specialist (CPBS) designations and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Risk Management & Insurance from the University of Georgia. 

Brian sits on the Terry College of Business’ Alumni Board and serves as the President for the Georgia Chapter of the International Society of Certified Employee Benefit Specialists.

Michael Ottwiller brings more than 40 years of experience in providing risk management and insurance solutions. He is focused in several areas including construction, hospitality, sports, entertainment, and non-profits.

Mike earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Georgia.

He has a strong dedication to giving back to the community, having served on the Board of Directors of the Georgia Center for Child Advocacy. Mike is a former Big Brother in the Big Brother/Big Sister Program of Metro Atlanta, coached youth soccer for many years and served on the Soccer Bowl 2013 Executive Committee. Currently he serves on the Board of Advisors of the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl.

David Paddison, CPCU, AFSB, AAI serves as President of Sterling Seacrest Pritchard and has proven expertise in risk management and insurance plan design for major contractors, national retailers and large property management firms in every region of the United States. He holds a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation.

A native of Savannah, David has been active in the local insurance and business community for more than 30 years. An advocate of community involvement and civic participation, David has always encouraged his team to give back to the community through their participation and support of non-profit organizations. David was recognized by Junior Achievement as an inductee into the Savannah Business Hall of Fame. He is a graduate of Leadership Savannah and has held numerous leadership positions on several boards including:

• Union Mission, Board Member and Past Chair
• Savannah Economic Development Authority, Board Member and Past Chair
• Savannah Chamber of Commerce, Board Member
• 200 Club of the Coastal Empire, Board Member
• Memorial Health University Foundation, Board Member and Past Vice Chair
• United Way Capital Campaign Committee
• Savannah Foundation, Board Member
• Armstrong Atlantic State Foundation, Board Member
• The Lady Bamford Center, Board Member
• JCB Mud Run, Past Event Chair
• Historic Savannah Foundation Race for Preservation, Past Event Chair

Gregory J. Palmer is a Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Client Advisor based in Tampa. Gregory has over seven years of insurance experience and three years of accounting experience, giving him a diverse knowledge of insurance procurement.

Gregory specializes in various commercial insurance disciplines, including Construction, Private Equity, MOD Improvement, Mergers & Acquisitions, Alternative Program Designs, Captives, and Cost Reduction Strategies. This varied expertise makes Gregory the ideal business partner for executives in multiple industries.

A Presbyterian College graduate with a B.S. in Business Administration-Accounting, Gregory has made great strides in his professional and personal development. He’s received his CRIS certification and is a CFMA, ABC Gulf Coast, and ACG Tampa Bay member. He’s also a two-time recipient of the Top Producer Award for Stahl & Associates Insurance.

These professional development efforts are a part of Gregory’s mission to provide unmatched value to his clients. Gregory says, “A valued insurance agent should be viewed in the same light as a CPA, banker, and corporate lawyer.”

Gregory volunteers with the Florida Aquarium, Zoo Tampa, the Humane Society of Tampa, and Feeding Tampa Bay.

Tyler Parker, CIC AAI, is a Client Advisor based in the Atlanta office with over 11 years of industry experience. Tyler is a P&C risk advisor specializing in Trade Risk and Working Capital Solutions. As a former Senior Risk Consultant, Tyler is a seasoned commercial risk management professional with a background in working with manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers.

Tyler believes trade credit is “the handshake between safely yet aggressively growing sales.” His methodology balances active sales growth and risk mitigation.

Tyler graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management after 6-years of playing baseball with the St. Louis Cardinals organization. As a former professional athlete, Tyler’s varied career has yielded a competent and agile perspective on Trade Credit insurance.

Tyler also completed two designations within his first year as a broker: the AAI (Accredited Advisor in Insurance) and the CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor).

Active in his community, Tyler is a member of the Secured Finance Network and a member of a satellite of North Point Community Church. Tyler and his wife, Suzanne, live in Roswell with their four children and run an after-school program called RiseUP!

Brian Perry has over 20 years of experience in providing risk management and insurance solutions with specialties in construction, real estate and surety.

Brian received a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from The Wharton School of Business at The University of Pennsylvania.

With a dedication to giving back to the community, Brian is an active member of ABC of Georgia, AGC of Georgia, the Construction Financial Management Association, the Georgia Utility Contractors Association, the National Association of Surety Bond producers, and the Surety Association of Georgia. His membership continues to include numerous committee positions and he is a frequent speaker on construction insurance and surety related topics to the above groups as well as other professional organizations.

Rob, RHU has over 20 years of experience in the employee benefits space. As a practice group leader, his role is both strategic and tactical. He creates and enables client service teams and oversees the delivery employee benefit services, while also evaluating and implementing comprehensive benefit plans or clients across industries.

He currently holds his Registered Health Underwriter (RHU) designation and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business and Marketing from Georgetown University. Rob is active in the Georgetown Alumni Association and is an all-around sports guy — whether coaching, participating, or spectating, he’s there — field, green, or court.

Nick Peters, CIC, NASBP has over 22 years of experience in the construction insurance and bonding industry providing insightful and financial best practices. He takes pride in helping his clients battle everyday problems which, in turn helps them achieve the goals they have as a company.

Nick is a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), a fully licensed insurance agent, and has successfully completed all three (3) levels of the National Association of Surety Bond Producers (NASBP) William J. Angell Surety School.

Nick has a passion for waterfowl hunting and fresh/saltwater fishing. In addition to his outdoor interests, he has led numerous medical mission trips deep into the jungle of South America in the Country of Suriname.

Andy Philips has over 34 years of experience in providing risk management and commercial/professional solutions. He is experienced in all areas of commercial insurance with concentrations in the construction, surety bonding and wholesale distribution industries.

Andy has held various leadership and committee positions in professional organizations including:

• Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia
• Associated Builders and Contractors of Georgia
• Associated General Contractors of Georgia
• Georgia Utility Contractors Association
• Greater Columbus Homebuilders Association, Insurance Chair

His community involvement includes:

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus
• Rotary Club of Columbus
• Columbus Museum
• Columbus Historic Foundation
• Columbus Chamber of Commerce

Shannon Price has more than 22 years of experience in personal insurance, with a concentration in understanding and mitigating complex risks. 

Her primary strength is in the design, placement and management of complex personal insurance programs for financially successful individuals and families. 

She earned her Communications and Public Relations degree from Appalachian State University. Shannon is a member of Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, Fernbank Corporate Leadership Council and a board member for YMCA Camp High Harbour- Lake Allatoona. 

Nicholas (Nick) Puhala, CIC has more than 18 years of experience designing and managing commercial insurance programs for middle market to large corporate clients.  He has extensive experience managing agency operations, production teams and developing relationships with insurance markets.  

Nick holds the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) professional designation and earned a BBA in Management from the University of Georgia.  He is a graduate of Benedictine Military School in Savannah.

An active supporter of his community, Nick has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including: 

• Blessed Sacrament Catholic School (Board Member)
• St. Vincent Academy (Board Member)
• Downtown Rotary
• Savannah Chamber CEO Council
• Georgia Chamber of Commerce (Board Member)
• Propeller Club, Port of Savannah (Past President)
• Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf Championship (Past Committee Chairman)
• Leadership Savannah (Graduate)
• Leadership Southeast Georgia (Graduate)
• 2016 Generation Next Rising Stars of Savannah Business
• Club Car Championship (Advisory Board Chairman)
• Savannah Technical College Foundation (Board Member)
• Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church (Parishioner)

James “Jimbo” Ramsay has over 17 years of experience in the construction insurance and surety bonding business with clients throughout Arkansas and the surrounding states. He specializes in partnering with construction companies to help them grow, expand and become more profitable through his expertise in the construction and surety markets. Jimbo also serves clients in the trucking, manufacturing, and medical industries.

Jimbo has served in various capacities on the IIAA Young Agents Committee, the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Chapter of Associated General Contractors, and as Secretary and Treasurer of the Arkansas Asphalt Pavers Association Young Professionals Jimbo received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Risk Management & Insurance from the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. 

Jimbo is an active participant of his community and has served on the Board of Directors for the Arkansas Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and is a live auctioneer for various charitable causes and has helped raise over $250,000 through his auctions.

Tama Retherford is the General Counsel for Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. She works directly with the company’s senior administrative team and is responsible for leading legal initiatives for the firm.

Tama has 30 years of experience in the legal industry and has extensive experience in commercial litigation, contract negotiation, and property and casualty insurance.

She is involved in the industry, previously serving as a member of the American Bar Association, the Hillsborough Association of Women Lawyers, and secretary for the Tampa Bay Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. Tama was also a graduate of Leadership Tampa. Tama is currently a member of the State Bar of Georgia and The Florida Bar.

Tama graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a Bachelor of Business Administration, Economics. She received her Juris Doctor from the University of Kentucky. 

Tama is involved as a parishioner at the Cathedral of Christ the King, where she has served as a youth basketball coach with the Catholic Metro League of Atlanta and as a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity.

Allan Reynolds, CIC, AAI has more than 30 years of commercial insurance brokerage experience. His primary focus is on Construction and Real Estate Management, Distribution, Education, and Professional Services.

A dedicated insurance professional, Allan holds the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Accredited Advisor in Insurance (AAI) professional designations as well as a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Auburn University.

An active supporter of his community, Allan has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including:

• Bethesda Academy for Boys (Board member)
• Emmaus House (Board member)
• Savannah Country Day School (Finance Committee)
• St. John’s Episcopal Church (Vestryman)
• YMCA of Coastal Georgia (Board member and Chairman)
• The Savannah Golf Club (Former President)

Debbie Rich has over 40 years of commercial insurance brokerage and risk management experience and is a founding partner of Sterling Seacrest Pritchard.

Debbie has vast experience in all types of commercial and surety business, primarily focussing on healthcare, including large integrated hospital systems, construction, and education.

As a risk management professional focusing on the healthcare industry, Debbie maintains an active membership with the Georgia Association of Healthcare Risk Managers and the American Association of Healthcare Risk Managers.

Debbie has been an active supporter of community organizations including the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and the Savannah Music Festival for several years.

 Douglas L. Rieder is the Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. Doug has over 30 years of experience in providing risk management, surety, and commercial/professional insurance solutions for construction and real estate clients.

He has been a leader in the Construction Services Practice since co-founding the firm. He provides risk management, surety, and insurance solutions to hundreds of commercial contractors, including many national firms. Prior to entering the agency business, Doug held several senior surety underwriting and management positions with companies, including The Home Insurance Company and the Reliance Surety Company.

Doug received a Master of Science in Finance from Georgia State University in 1991 and a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Carnegie Mellon University in 1986. Doug also received his Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS®) designation in 2014. CRIS is a specialized curriculum focusing on the insurance and risk management needs of construction projects and contractors. Those who complete the program certify their knowledge of construction insurance and risk management and their dedication to the industry.

As a thought leader, Doug has authored numerous articles on insurance and surety topics. He has been an active guest lecturer on such issues for the Associated Builders and Contractors, the Associated General Contractors, the Construction section of the Atlanta Bar Association, the American Subcontractors Association, and Southern Polytechnic University. Through these associations, he has also served on the board of the Georgia chapter of ABC and various committees. 

Doug is a member of Liberty Mutual’s national Surety Producer Advisory Board. He recently helped organize and serves as a board member of Craft Bank, a high-touch and technologically advanced Buckhead-based business bank. Craft Bank is the third bank with whom Doug has been associated. Doug serves on the board of a 70-year-old employee-owned general contracting firm and has served as an expert witness and consultant on several surety cases.

Cindy Robinett, CPCU, CIC has more than 25 years of commercial brokerage, consulting and risk management experience focusing on the healthcare industry and complex liability issues.

Cindy is an active member in the Georgia Association of Healthcare Risk Managers, American Association of Healthcare Risk Managers, as well as the Professional Liability Underwriting Society.

A dedicated insurance professional, Cindy has earned the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) professional designations.  She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk and Insurance Management from the University of Georgia.

An active supporter of her community, Cindy has volunteered her time and talent with numerous organizations, including: 

• UGA Terry College of Business Alumni Board of Directors (Member)
• Savannah Christian Preparatory School (Board of Trustees)
• United Way of Coastal Georgia (Executive Committee Member and Board Member)
• Isle of Hope United Methodist Church; and United Way Women’s Legacy Council (Member)

Gina Román works with the firm’s construction, medical services, real estate, commercial business, not-for-profit and employee benefits practice groups in the areas of human resources and employment practices.

Gina earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Carolina and her Masters of Business Administration Degree from The Citadel. She lives in Smyrna with her husband, son and two dogs and is an active member of her community.

Ryan Sewell, CPCU, CLCS has more than 14 years of experience in the property-casualty brokerage field with an expertise in the commercial, real estate & hospitality, and non-profit spaces.

Ryan holds the Chartered Property-Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) and Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) professional designations and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia.

An active supporter of his community, Ryan has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including:

• Educate Chatham Foundation (Board Member)
• Savannah Downtown Business Association (Chairman)
• Savannah Chamber of Commerce (Board Member)
• United Way of the Coastal Empire (Board Member)
• The Independent Insurance Agent’s of Georgia’s Government Affairs Committee
• St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee (Previous Executive Committee Member)
• UGA Terry College of Business Young Alumni (Board Member)
• St. Joseph’s/Candler Foundation (Candler Clay’s Committee Past-Chair)
• Leadership Savannah Graduate (Class of 2012)
• Leadership Southeast Georgia (Class of2019)
• Savannah/Chatham County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) (Past Board Member)
• Coastal Heritage Society (Board Member)
• Fellowship ofChristian Athletes (Board Member)
• Savannah Quarterback Club (Member)

A native of Savannah, Ryan graduated from Benedictine Military School in 2002 and subsequently was inducted into the Benedictine “Wall of Honor.”

Melissa Shine joined Sterling Seacrest Pritchard in 2023 after 21 years in the insurance industry, focusing on building a book of high-net-worth private clients.

A Client Advisor based in Vero Beach, Florida, Melissa specializes in unique, luxury property and assets. Her Risk Management expertise is in Florida and Coastal market insuring multi-million dollar homes. This also includes protection in specialized liability programs, yachts, collectibles and vehicles. Melissa is currently a member of the Florida Association of Insurance Agents, the Private Risk Management Association, and Healthy Start Coalition.

Melissa earned a BBA in Business Administration from the University of Georgia and is a Certified Insurance Counselor.

An active supporter of her community, Melissa has volunteered her time and talent to several organizations, including the Gifford Youth Achievement Center, Children’s Home Society, First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach, and Dancing with Vero’s Stars.

Mike Shrubb, CIPP has over ten years of commercial insurance experience and is an expert in designing comprehensive insurance and risk management solutions for business of all types. Mike also helps lead Sterling Seacrest Pritchard’s Technology & Cyber Practice Group and carries the Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) designation, which is accredited by the International Association of Privacy Professionals.

Mike began his career as an Underwriter for Hiscox USA, focusing on all lines of Commercial Property & Casualty insurance. After underwriting, Mike worked as an Assistant Vice President for CRC Group in the Professional Liability group and founded Resolute Risk Services – a small-business insurance agency focused on bringing innovative risk management solutions to growing businesses.

Mike’s extensive insurance background and detail-oriented approach, provides him with a unique ability to identify obstacles before they arise and find solutions that others overlook.

Mike received his B.A. from Dartmouth College. Outside of work, Mike is an avid golfer and tennis player and lives in West Midtown with his wife, Morgan, and their dog, Fowler. Mike also volunteers with A+ Squash, a non-profit organization that provides academic tutoring, athletic coaching and mentorship to students in the Atlanta area.

Kavin Smith, CPCU has more than 40 years of commercial insurance brokerage, marketing and management experience. He specializes in designing risk management programs for universities, national retailers, industrial contractors, manufacturers, and property management firms.

Kavin has earned the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) professional designation and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management & Insurance from Georgia State University.

An active supporter of his community, Kavin served on the Board of Directors of Georgia State University Risk Management Foundation for several years and several committees at St. Peter the Apostle Church.

Joel Stern is a Client Advisor with over 13 years of experience in the Employee Benefits space. Joel specializes in employee benefit programs and executive benefits strategies.

Joel’s expertise in self-funded and traditional strategies, employee engagement solutions, and modern benefits technology allow him to craft programs that enable his clients to optimize coverage costs while encouraging employee retention.

Joel is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a degree in Public Relations. He is a second-generation insurance advisor and was drawn to employee benefits for the opportunities to help businesses and their employees succeed and thrive. He believes the services SSP offers their clients positively impact organizational success and our community.

Joel’s client-focused and community-driven approach is an asset to Sterling Seacrest Pritchard. He is committed to community outreach, serving as the Make-A-Wish Georgia Young Professionals Board Chair and a member of the American Jewish Committee.  He is a graduate of the LEAD Atlanta Class of 2022.

Matt Stinchcomb joined Seacrest Pritchard after a career as a professional athlete. As a member of the National Football League (NFL) 1999-2006, Stinchcomb played for the Oakland Raiders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was a distinguished player for the University of Georgia football team (1995-1998) where he was a two time All-American, a Lombardi Award Finalist and named Georgia Sports Hall of Fame Male Athlete of the Year.

Matt has been recognized by numerous organizations for his professional talent and dedication to community. His awards include: Terry Outstanding Young Alumni (2012); University of Georgia 40 under 40 (2011); University of Georgia Circle of Honor; SEC Legends, Class of 2009; SEC All Decade Team; and University of Georgia Permanent Team Captain.

Matt earned a BBA in Finance (summa cum laude) from the University of Georgia and is a graduate of Harvard Business School’s Executive Education Business Management & Entrepreneurial Program.

An active supporter of his community, Matt has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including: Countdown to Kickoff Charities (Chairman, fundraising arm for pediatric healthcare philanthropies); Stinchcomb Family Foundation (President and co-founder, private non-profit organization supporting regional and national children’s charities); Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Board Member); Georgia Transplant Foundation (Board Emeritus); Gwinnett Medical Center Foundation (Board Member); Terry Young Alumni (Board Member); and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (Member).

Commercial Client Advisor Cole Swede began working for Sterling Seacrest Pritchard in November 2020.

Cole aims to help contractors grow their companies by protecting their greatest assets. Based in Little Rock, Cole has a varied portfolio as a risk manager and surety specialist. He specializes in the construction, manufacturing, forestry, and wood product industries.

Cole earned a BBA in Finance from Harding University and holds certificates in Life, Health, and Property and Casualty Insurance from the Arkansas Insurance Department.

An active contributor to his community, Cole is a member of the Associated Builders and Contractors of Arkansas, the Arkansas Chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America, INC., and received the Amerisure Insurance “Top of the Stack Award” in 2021.

Cole and his wife live in Little Rock, where he enjoys the outdoors, spending his free time duck hunting or fishing competitively.

John Tereshinski’s dedication to integrity and professionalism, combined with an assertive work ethic, provides a solid foundation to excel in offering insurance solutions for general commercial business, professionals, employee benefits and individuals.

John received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wake Forest University, with a major in communications and a minor in religion. While attending Wake Forest, John was a starter and four year football letterman. He was named to the All ACC Freshman football team in 2004, and was a key player on the 2006 ACC Championship team. After graduating from Wake Forest University, John played in the NFL with the San Diego Chargers and the Seattle Seahawks.

John is dedicated in giving back to the community through motivational speaking to educational groups, youth groups and athletic teams. John looks forward to increasing participation in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and Sports Champions of Greater Atlanta.

David Thatcher brings more than 23 years of expertise providing risk management and insurance solutions to clients in the construction industry. David’s industry experience, combined with his expertise in sales, management, and marketing, enables him to tailor solutions for commercial client’s property, general liability, worker’s compensation and employee benefits insurance needs.

David specializes in contracting regulations, construction materials, construction process (from the perspective of owners, architects/engineers, subcontractors and suppliers), and surety solutions.

He received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Georgia, Terry College of Business.

David is active in both the Associated Builders and Contractors and Associated General Contractors associations. David also volunteers his time as the voice of the Georgetown Dolphins.

Tray Traynor, CIC has over fifteen years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry.  Tray was one of the first insurance brokers in the U.S. to specialize in Reps & Warranty Insurance (RWI) for Merger & Acquisition (M&A) transactions.  

Tray routinely serves Private Equity groups and large Corporations on their transactions via RWI, insurance diligence, and post-close insurance placement. He is also heavily invested in advising companies in the Senior Living and Waste Management/Recycling industries regarding risk management, insurance placement, and M&A insurance. 

He is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and holds the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) professional designation. 

Cindy Trickey, CIC has over 30 years of experience providing service and risk management solutions for clients in a variety of industries, including construction, surety/bonding,  property management and manufacturing accounts. She takes pride in earning her clients’ trust as their strategic advisor.

Cindy participates in various industry associations including:

• Associated General Contractors
• Associated Builders and Contractors
• Arkansas Ready Mixed Concrete Association
• American Subcontractors Association

She holds a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation and earned her Advanced Degree from Faith Bible Institute. Cindy is an active member of Faith Baptist Church in North Little Rock, Arkansas and has served on the church’s Finance Committee for several years. She supports a variety of charitable organizations and mission work.

Rodney Westbury has spent over a decade consulting and leading in the Employer Services space in Atlanta. Rodney has extensive client experience with marketing, advertising, technology, brewing, healthcare, financial services, hospitality, manufacturing, property management, staffing, and transportation industries.

His approach involves building a deep knowledge of the business process of each client in order to ensure maximum financial and cultural impacts. Keeping client interests first is an instrumental part of his strategy for long-term success.

Rodney specializes in ACA Compliance and Employee Benefits Consulting for companies in a wide range of industries. Rodney is an Atlanta native and a graduate of Auburn University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a focus in marketing and advertising.

Mark Wilcox, GBA, GBDS, CPPACA has more than 15 years of employee benefits, commercial insurance brokerage, and risk management experience. He has held various positions and specializes in providing financial and strategic guidance to his clients across industries.

A dedicated professional, Mark holds the following professional designations: Group Benefit Associate (GBA) designation from ISCEBS, Group Benefits Disability Specialist (GBDS) designation, and Certified Patient Protection & Affordable Care Act Professional (CPPACA). Mark earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from Georgia Southern University.

An active supporter of his community, Mark has volunteered his time and talent with numerous organizations, including:

• Leadership Southeast Georgia, Class of 2017
• Leadership Savannah, Class of 2011
• Royce Learning Center (Board of Trustees and Past President)
• Southeast Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross (Past Secretary)
• Vision Foundation Counseling Center (Board of Directors)
• United Way Capital Campaign (Committee Member)

Jarrod Wright, CIC, CLCS has more than 15 years of experience in providing risk management and insurance solutions to commercial clients throughout the southeast. Jarrod is a part of the Construction Practice Group which provides risk management, insurance and surety solutions to over 400 commercial contractors. In addition to construction, he also works with clients in the manufacturing, distribution, real estate and professional services industries.

Jarrod is a solutions-oriented advisor who excels in developing innovative strategic plans and executing them with efficiency. He maintains the Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist (CLCS) designations and works diligently to remain ahead of the curve on industry related topics.

Jarrod received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Risk Management and Insurance from the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia in 2006.

Knox Wyatt  provides employee benefits consulting, risk management and insurance solutions for clients over a diverse spectrum of industries. Knox has more than 16 years of expertise in the financial and insurance industries.

A member of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), he was honored as one of their Top 40 Under 40 insurance advisors in 2011.
Knox earned his Bacherlor of Science in Finance from The Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia. He is also a graduate of The Lovett School in Atlanta, Georgia. 

Knox is actively involved with Christian Leadership Concepts, Terry College Alumni, The Lovett School alumni program and coaching his kids soccer teams.