Matt Ford joined SSP in 2024 as the Director of Producer Development. Matt has several decades worth of experience in the insurance industry working with Amerisure Insurance where he began his career as an Underwriter Trainee. He went on to become Senior Vice President at Amerisure where he ran the Field Marketing & Underwriting and Partnerships operations. Through his career, he has gained experience in several industries including construction, manufacturing, and healthcare.

Having first connected with SSP leaders when he opened the Atlanta-based branch of Amerisure, Matt was recruited to SSP to help develop client advisors early on in their career. “One thing I’ve always enjoyed is developing people,” Matt said. “[The role] seemed like a great opportunity to help the next generation become successful.”

Originally from Indiana, Matt attended Ball State University where he graduated with bachelor’s degrees in Corporate Finance and Risk Management and Insurance. He first came to Atlanta in 2006 and now has returned to the area to be close to his two adult children. Matt resides in Braselton with his wife, Lori, and their two dogs.