Chuck Somers joined Winn & Co. in March 1994 and now works as a business insurance producer specializing in the construction, manufacturing, and food processing industries. Chuck has developed an excellent understanding of the risk management needs of these industries and has built relationships with the insurance companies best suited to insure these operations. He regularly attends industry and trade association meetings and maintains a schedule of classes to keep up with industry changes and concerns.
He began his career in the insurance industry in 1983 after graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Finance. Early in his career, he worked for California Casualty Insurance Company in San Mateo. During his tenure, Chuck received formal and on-the-job training in a variety of insurance lines including homeowners, condominiums, apartments, and automobiles. In 1986,
Chuck joined Andreini & Company to produce and service business in their agriculture division, which was sponsored by the California Cattleman's Association and the California Dairyman's Association. Chuck completed a six- month in-house training program that was an excellent introduction to commercial insurance and Workers' Compensation and taught him valuable skills in matching the right insurance products with the needs of clients. He also worked with contractors, gaining extensive experience in addressing their unique insurance needs. He completed Certified Insurance Counselor and Insurance Education Association courses during this period, furthering his knowledge of the insurance field.
In 1990, Chuck joined a national insurance brokerage where he worked with large accounts until joining Winn & Co. in 1994.
