CM Regent’s Education Center of Excellence adds Christine West as VP, Chief Underwriting Officer

Insurance provider CM Regent has appointed Christine West as its new Vice President, Chief Underwriting Officer, Education as it aims to strengthen its Education Center of Excellence.

Reporting to Jeff Zehr, Senior Vice President, Underwriting, West will lead CM Regent’s efforts to strengthen its Education Centre of Excellent, reinforcing its commitment to educational institutions in the U.S. and expanding its reach into new markets.

West brings more than 20 years of experience in the education insurance market. Most recently, she served as Lead Director for Educational Institutions at The Hanover Insurance Group. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Georgia and earned her Certified Insurance Counselor designation from the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance. 

“I’m honored to join the team and assume leadership of the CM Regent brand,” West comments. “Having devoted the past seven years to working with organizations dedicated to helping others, it’s a privilege to now work for a purpose-driven company that shares this commitment.”

“Bringing Christine on board with this level of experience is a game changer for us,” adds Pam Rushing, President at CM Regent. “We’re excited not just for what she knows, but for the momentum she will help us build.”