Palomar’s 2025 sales meeting celebrated leadership changes, office expansion, headquarters relocation, and the addition of producers and support staff. The company also recognized award-winning producers, discussed executive benefits and captive insurance, and heard a keynote message emphasizing a winning culture and collective pursuit of success.
Palomar appointed Jim Williford as its new CEO, bringing extensive commercial insurance experience and a record in leadership, innovation, and strategic growth. His CPCU, CIC, CRM, and CRIS certifications strengthen his preparation to guide the agency’s continued success and deliver solutions for clients.
Palomar celebrated the opening of its Auburn office with an official ribbon cutting supported by the Auburn Chamber of Commerce. The Airport Road location provides personal, commercial, employee benefits, and specialty insurance services, expanding Palomar’s ability to serve clients in the Auburn community.
Palomar received Sentry’s 2024 Agency of Excellence Award for the second consecutive year, while Austin Golson earned Producer of Excellence honors. The achievements reflect the Transportation Department’s dedication, customer relationships, and commitment to the trucking industry as Palomar continues supporting transportation clients.
Palomar announced promotions recognizing contributions and commitment across the organization and insurance industry. Austin Golson, Dan Carmichael, Evan Strother, Jennifer Allen, Jeremy Dickey, Katie Skipper, Maxie Smith, Sonya Berryman, Thomas Locklin, Tina Mason, and Todd Johnson advanced to expanded leadership, executive, marketing, or director roles.
Palomar Insurance relocated its corporate headquarters to 7480 Halcyon Pointe Drive in east Montgomery, Alabama. The new office environment is designed to support more effective, collaborative work while keeping Montgomery central to the agency’s history and its continued service to clients nationwide.
Austin Golson received Sentry Insurance’s Producer of Excellence award for transportation agents who demonstrate strong customer service and performance. During the observed period, he bound 46% of his quotes, produced $2.5 million in new direct written premium, and maintained 100% retention from 2021 through 2022.
Palomar Insurance is honored to celebrate our 50-year partnership with Auto-Owners. Pictured are Palomar employees accepting the 50-year plaque alongside Auto-Owners employees Marsha Casey and
Palomar welcomed Chris Hill as an Account Executive specializing in transportation, construction, and petroleum coverage. A marketing graduate with property and casualty and life and health licenses, Chris also holds a Specialist in Transportation and Risk designation and joins Palomar’s expanding sales team.
Austin Golson received the Top 20 Under 40 Award from the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce. The award honors young professionals and their contributions to Prattville and Autauga County, recognizing Austin among community members making an impact in the area.
Palomar welcomed Michael Smith as an Account Executive specializing in transportation risk management. He helps clients assess risks and implement controls to reduce loss exposure, drawing on his transportation background and involvement with trucking associations in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, and South Carolina.
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