Meet Our Leadership Team
Our leadership team blends extensive industry experience with a dedication to excellence, driving our mission to provide quality insurance products and amazing service experiences.
Executive Leadership
Our Executive Leadership Team, seasoned by decades of industry expertise, shapes our vision
and drives our mission to deliver excellent property and casualty insurance solutions.
Todd Campbell
President & Chief Executive Officer
Todd M. Campbell
President & Chief Executive Officer
Todd Campbell graduated from Appalachian State University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science in History, later completing his Juris Doctor in 1991 from Mercer University. He was an associate and partner at Arnall Golden & Gregory, where he focused on insurance law, regulation, and M&A for insurers and related companies. He formerly served as CEO of Accredited Surety and Casualty Company, a US leader in the insurance fronting and program management segment, and is currently the Independent Non-Executive Director (iNED) of Sagicor USA, an A rated, publicly listed life insurer, serving as the Chair of Investment Risk Committee and overseeing a $5 billion portfolio.
As a CEO for both an Insurer and MGA serving four years as a London-based expat with teams in the UK, Paris, and Madrid, Todd holds leadership experience in America and Europe spanning high growth companies, insurance, and reinsurance, fronting and program management, financial turnarounds, organizational change and governance, sales, underwriting, law, and operations. Todd is an FCA-approved person and member of the State Bars of North Carolina and Georgia. Todd joined Builders Insurance Group, Inc. as Chief Executive Officer and President in April of 2021. Under his leadership, Builders has attained record growth and profitability, maintained an A “Excellent” rating from AM Best, surpassed $360 million in surplus, and reached $1.1 billion in assets.
Mark Gromek
Chief Marketing & Underwriting Officer
Mark Gromek
Chief Marketing & Underwriting Officer at Builders, President of VBIC
Mark joined Builders in 2018 to lead sales & distribution, underwriting, marketing, premium audit and loss control. Upon joining Builders, Mark identified several profit challenges and immediately initiated corrective changes to the general liability product and underwriting processes between 2018 – 2019. Mark led the development and launch of Specialty Builders, a non-admitted company, in 2020; initiated and executed the rebranding of the company in 2021; was a key decision-maker in the selection and integration of Guidewire as Builders Core operating platform in 2022; and created automated underwriting and AI-generated pricing models.
Mark further implemented several agency initiatives to deepen Builders partnerships, including the introduction of commercial auto into the Georgia market; modernizing the profit-sharing program for agents; restructuring the sales force; and transforming the marketing team to deliver revenue growth while amplifying the Builders brand and story. Mark led the integration of the recently acquired BIIA (2022) into the Builders family and his leadership has delivered profitable growth from Core team of from YE 2020 through YE 2024.
Prior to joining Builders, Mark served as Regional Vice President for Central Region of Amerisure and spent 11.5 years with The Hartford, with his last role being Regional Vice President for the Great Lakes Region. Mark has nearly 32 years in the insurance business and holds a BBA from New Mexico State University.
Mark is married to his lovely wife Jill and they have two girls, Hannah and Samantha. Mark is an avid golfer and fitness enthusiast, and both Mark and Jill enjoy spending time at their beach house on 30A and traveling abroad.
Antonio R. Barner
Chief Operating Officer & SVP of Strategy
Antonio "Tony" R. Barner
MPA, CIOP, LSSB, FSIL, MCMC
Senior Vice President of Strategy & Chief Operating Officer
President of Bondex Insurance Company
Tony Barner’s remit is to lead the overall operations at Builders, optimizing carrier platform processes and workflows, as well as creating professional development pathways for associates throughout. He works closely with the Group CEO, Todd Campbell, and other company executives around corporate strategy. He has served in several senior executive roles both domestically and internationally, and was most recently Chief Business Development Officer and Chief Strategy Officer for Accredited group of companies, overseeing the firm’s rapid entry in the fronting space. Tony also held office as a regulator for the Georgia Department of Insurance with reciprocity in several states. He began his career in corporate banking, graduated with a B.A. in Political Science, plus a Master’s degree in Public Finance.
Andrew Dunn
Chief Information Officer
Andrew C. Dunn
Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer
Andrew Dunn graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a Bachelor of Science in 1986, working at Dynamic Resources as a Manager from 1986 to 1993. Then from 1993 to 1996 he worked at Ernst & Young LLP as a Manager. He moved on to Delta Airlines to serve as a Director from 1997 to 2000. In 2001 he joined SunTrust Bank (now Truist) as a Senior Vice President until 2006. He joined Access Insurance Holdings in 2007 and was the Chief Information Officer there until 2011. Andrew came to work at Builders Insurance Group in 2011 where he continues to serve as the SVP and Chief Information Officer.
Dan Bauer
Chief Financial Officer
Dan Bauer
Chief Financial Officer
Dan joined Builders in September 2025 to lead all financial management and investment activities. He brings over 30 years of experience as a financial leader advising boards and management teams in regulated industries. Before Builders, Dan served as CFO at CrossLink Life Sciences, CardioMEMS, Industriaplex, Granite City Food & Brewery, and Church’s Chicken, where he led complex financings, strategic initiatives, and transactions totaling more than $1 billion. Earlier in his career, he held senior finance roles at AFC Enterprises and Price Waterhouse, advising both public and private companies and their boards.
Dan is a CPA and holds an MBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School, along with master’s and undergraduate degrees in accountancy from the University of Tennessee.
He and his wife, Kerrie, live in Buckhead and have two daughters, Mackenzie and Josie, both Auburn graduates. Outside of work, Dan enjoys bird hunting, mountain climbing, skiing, and traveling with family and friends.
Kat Kyle
Chief People Officer
Katherine "Kat" Kyle
Senior Vice President & Chief People Officer
Kat leads Builders initiatives that focus on aligning human capital strategies and operations with the company's overarching business objectives and trajectory. This involves optimizing endeavors to cultivate a positive workplace culture centered on professional growth and employee wellbeing. Before joining Builders, Kat held a dual role as the Chief Human Resource Officer and Chief of Staff for Georgia Gwinnett College. Her extensive experience in human resource leadership spans a continuum from high growth start-ups to public and multi-national organizations across manufacturing, technology, financial services, utility, and insurance. Kat completed her Bachelor of Science degree in 1995 with a concentration in Human Resources from the University of Tennessee.
Shawn Stinson
Chief Claims Officer
Shawn Stinson
Senior Vice President & Chief Claims Officer
Shawn Stinson joined Builders Insurance Group in July, 2017 as Director of General Liability Claims and was promoted the following year to SVP, Chief Claims Officer. Shawn is a graduate of the University of Georgia and has been a claims professional for 30+ years with a proven track record of increasing efficiencies and proactively managing and engaging teams to produce strong, positive results directly impacting the bottom line. Prior to joining Builders, he worked at American Safety Insurance Services from 2002-2011 as Vice President of Claims and at Houston International Insurance Group from 2013 to 2017 before joining Builders.
Charles M. Potok
Chairman of the Board
Charles M. Potok
Chairman of the Board
Charles "Charley" Potok was elected to the Builders Board of Directors in 2013. He is President-emeritus of Companion Property & Casualty Group, a South Carolina-based property and casualty insurance and service provider with over $850 million in assets, and he was previously employed by the South Carolina Department of Insurance as Chief Actuary and Director of the Property & Casualty Division.
Charley is a recognized expert in property and casualty insurance. He was a member of the American Academy of Actuaries and an Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society and has also served on the boards of NCCI Holdings, the South Carolina Property and Casualty Guaranty Association, and the South Carolina Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association.
Charley was elected Board Chair at the Annual Meeting held on August 15, 2023. Bringing over a decade of on-the-board knowledge and extensive C-level industry experience, Charley's governance continues carrying the torch of Builders' strategic success.
Blake Dyson
VP of Product Management and Compliance
Blake Dyson
CPCU, VP of Product Management and Compliance
Blake Dyson serves as Vice President of Product Management and Compliance at Builders, where he oversees the maintenance and enhancement of the company's Workers’ Compensation and General Liability products, as well as spearheading product rollouts in expansion states. He joined Builders in 2021, bringing a wealth of experience from his extensive career in the insurance industry.
A graduate of the University of Georgia, Blake began his insurance career as a regulator for the Georgia Department of Insurance. Prior to joining Builders, he held various product and compliance roles across multiple insurance companies and managing general agents (MGAs). Notably, from 2011 to 2021, he served as Assistant Vice President of Underwriting Compliance for the U.S. Insurance segment of AXIS Capital Ltd. Blake's comprehensive background in regulatory and compliance functions positions him as a key leader in driving product innovation and ensuring adherence to industry standards at Builders.
Brent Johnson
VP of Reinsurance and Specialty Business
Brent Johnson
VP of Reinsurance and Specialty Business
Brent Johnson joined Builders in September 2021 as Vice President of Reinsurance and Specialty Business. In this role, he leads the company's efforts in launching specialty program opportunities and managing ceded reinsurance. With over 20 years of experience in reinsurance, program, and carrier business development, Brent brings a wealth of knowledge to Builders. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Risk Management and Insurance from the University of Georgia.
Prior to joining Builders, Brent served as Senior Vice President and Senior Underwriter at Accredited Surety & Casualty Company, Inc., where he successfully built a $650 million portfolio of admitted business. His extensive experience also includes roles such as Chief Program Officer at Allstar Financial Group, Vice President at Benfield, and positions at Southern Insurance Underwriters and Aon Benfield. Brent's diverse background in reinsurance and specialty programs positions him as a key leader in driving strategic initiatives at Builders.
Helen Weinstein
VP of Legal Services
Helen Weinstein
VP of Legal Services
Helen leads the Legal Department at Builders, overseeing all legal, compliance, corporate governance, and regulatory affairs. She and her team deliver cohesive strategies and practical solutions to support the company’s evolving business needs.
With more than 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, Helen is a seasoned legal executive known for advising senior leadership and boards of directors on complex legal, compliance, and risk management matters. Before joining Builders, Helen served as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at DARAG. Her prior in-house roles include positions at Coaction Specialty Insurance Group and Hiscox USA, where she played a key role in navigating regulatory frameworks and supporting business growth.
Helen holds both a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia.
Brion Burris
VP of Sales and Distribution
Brion Burris
Vice President of Sales and Distribution
Brion Burris is a seasoned sales and underwriting professional with over 24 years of experience in the insurance industry. In April 2023, he joined Builders as Vice President of Sales and Distribution, where he leads the company's sales and distribution strategies. Prior to this role, Brion held various leadership positions at The Hartford, CNA, and Utica National, where he gained extensive experience in sales management and underwriting.
Residing in Milton, Georgia, Brion and his wife, Cindy, are parents to two children, Evan and Olivia. Brion's commitment to his family and his profession reflects not only his dedication to fostering growth and excellence, but his concern and compassion for all the families served by the Builders promise.
Bruce Moseley
VP of Workers' Compensation Claims
Bruce Moseley
VP of Workers' Compensation Claims
Bruce Moseley serves as the Vice President of Workers' Compensation Claims at Builders, bringing over 40 years of experience in the insurance industry. Since joining Builders in 2005, he has been responsible for overseeing three teams of Workers' Compensation adjusters, as well as the Quality Assurance team that audits claims to ensure compliance with best practices. Additionally, Bruce manages the clerical support functions and acts as a liaison for system, process, and procedure-related initiatives.
Before his tenure at Builders, Bruce dedicated 24 years to Wausau Insurance, where he held roles as Claim Adjuster, Claim Supervisor, and Claim Manager, overseeing operations in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic divisions. His extensive background in claims management and quality assurance has been instrumental in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of Builders' claims operations.
Don Kelly
VP of Technology and IT Solutions
Don Kelly
VP of Technology and IT Solutions
Don Kelly is a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in insurance and technology, holding multiple certifications in Quality Assurance (CQA, CSQA, CSTE). Since joining Builders in 2017, he has served as Vice President of Technology and IT Solutions, leading system upgrades and complex integrations that have significantly improved efficiency. Under his leadership, the organization reduced a 100% code redeployment rate to 0% within a year and achieved premium growth of up to 100%. Don is passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success and is deeply committed to fostering innovation and empowering teams.
Beyond his professional achievements, Don values family and community. He and his wife, Carrie, are active foster parents in Georgia and proud grandparents. A dedicated motorcycle enthusiast, he owns three Harleys and enjoys the freedom of the open road. Don also finds fulfillment in mentoring professionals and supporting career development. Whether leading technological transformations, guiding teams, or embracing his personal passions, he brings dedication and enthusiasm to every aspect of his life.
Mike Curtis
VP of Actuarial Services
Mike Curtis
VP of Actuarial Services
Mike Curtis is the Vice President of Actuarial Services at Builders. He joined Builders in December of 2019 and is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS) and a member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA), with over 30 years of actuarial experience. Throughout his career, he has worked for various insurance companies and served in an actuarial consulting role. His expertise includes leading both pricing and reserving functions for insurers specializing in personal and commercial lines. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Maryland.
Mike Warner
VP of Premium Audit
Mike Warner
VP of Premium Audit
Mike Warner has been with Builders since 2008 and currently serves as the Vice President of Premium Audit, a role he assumed in 2022. With over 30 years of experience in premium audit and compliance, he leads the audit department, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and regulatory adherence. His responsibilities include hiring and training staff auditors, fostering relationships with agents, and collaborating with state and national regulators to maintain compliance. A recognized expert in the field, Mike is a sought-after speaker at auditor for conventions and vendor partner events and serves as both President and Board Member of national and local auditing associations.
Before stepping into his current leadership role, Mike built a strong foundation in premium audit and management. He began his career at Overland Solutions, where he spent a decade as an Auditor and Supervisor before advancing to Branch Manager in Atlanta, overseeing operations in Georgia and Alabama. He later founded Essential Premium Audits, successfully recruiting business and managing audit teams across the region. Since joining Builders, he has played a key role in strengthening audit operations and maintaining compliance excellence within the company.
Ric Sirmans
VP of Underwriting
Ric Sirmans
VP of Underwriting
Ric Sirmans serves as the Vice President of Underwriting at Builders, where he plays a pivotal role in evaluating and managing risks related to property and casualty insurance. Since joining Builders in 2019, he has overseen underwriting operations, ensuring adherence to best practices and enhancing the company’s reputation for excellence in workers' compensation and construction-related risks. His leadership has been instrumental in improving operational efficiency and customer experience, particularly through the successful implementation of InsuranceSuite on Guidewire Cloud.
Before joining Builders, Ric built an extensive career in the insurance industry, holding underwriting and claims leadership roles at companies such as The Hartford, Nationwide, and Utica National Insurance Group. His experience in risk assessment and management, coupled with his commitment to innovation, has positioned him as a key leader within Builders, driving strategic initiatives that align with the company’s mission to provide outstanding insurance solutions.
Tre Horton
VP of General Liability Claims
Tre Horton
VP of General Liability Claims
Tre Horton serves as the Vice President of General Liability Claims at Builders, a role he has held since joining the company in April 2019. In this position, he oversees the General Liability claims department, managing a team of supervisors, adjusters, and assistants while developing department strategies, guidelines, and budgets. Tre collaborates closely with key stakeholders across Actuarial, Underwriting, Legal, and Finance to ensure efficient claims management and strategic alignment. A recognized industry expert, he frequently represents Builders at industry events and serves as a key contact for retail agents.
With over 25 years of experience in claims management and litigation, Tre has held leadership roles at Swiss Re Corporate Solutions, General Electric Corporate Solutions, and Claims Management Services, Inc. His background includes extensive work in construction general liability, professional indemnity, and specialty excess casualty claims. A licensed attorney and insurance expert, Tre holds a Juris Doctor from John Marshall Law School and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Georgia. His deep industry knowledge and leadership continue to drive innovation and excellence in Builders’ claims operations.
Keith Hefner
CISO and VP of IT Security
Keith Hefner
CISO and VP of IT Security
Keith Hefner began his career in the U.S. Air Force, where he spent ten years honing his skills in discipline, leadership, and technical operations. After transitioning to civilian life, he worked in electronics manufacturing with General Electric and Philips Consumer Electronics before fully committing to a career in Information Technology.
With over 30 years of IT experience, Keith has held key roles at companies such as Hitachi and Infinity Insurance before joining Builders in 2006. Throughout his career, he has developed deep expertise in cybersecurity, infrastructure, and strategic technology planning. In his current role as Chief Information Security Officer, Keith leads enterprise-wide efforts to safeguard critical assets and ensure compliance in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Outside of work, Keith enjoys spending time with family and friends and exploring the United States in his RV.
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Insurance Built Strong®
Workforce Advocacy
"I confront two main challenges facing workers today: they either lack quality insurance that does the job, or they're hit with injuries that never had to happen in the first place. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 2.8 million nonfatal injuries annually, sidelining workers and the families who rely on the for 70 million workdays. We can do better — and this makes every Builder a worker's advocate for fairness, safe conditions, and injury prevention."
Dana, Director of Loss Control
Bucking the
Status Quo
"The public has a perception of insurance as a bureaucracy where compassion is often missing, but we're changing attitudes by offering experiences to our policyholders, injured workers, and agents, leading with fairness and a human touch in the communities we serve. Our 'A' rating and remarkable balance sheet affirm our commitment to meet our financial obligations with integrity. The upshot is that people and businesses are catching on."
Todd, President & CEO
A Winning Culture
"After reinvesting in our People Strategy, our company culture stands out among the rest, fostering connectedness, community, volunteerism, talent appreciation, professional development, wellbeing, and promotion from within. We sparked a cultural shift, company-wide enthusiasm, and we unified diverse names and faces within an authentic community, and those we serve notice the Builders difference."
Kat, Chief People Officer