The Mutual Group names new chief underwriting officer

Who has been tapped for the top underwriting position?

The Mutual Group names new chief underwriting officer

Insurance News

By Jonalyn Cueto

TMG Insurance Services, LLC, known as The Mutual Group, has appointed Coleman Johnson as its senior vice president and chief underwriting officer. Johnson joins the company with over 20 years of underwriting leadership experience, previously holding senior positions with prominent national insurance carriers.

In his new role, Johnson will oversee the strategy, governance, and performance of The Mutual Group’s underwriting operations. His expertise is expected to enhance profitability and drive growth for the company and its mutual insurance members.

“Coleman’s track record of driving profitable growth, while simultaneously implementing structure, process, and discipline within his teams, will enable our continued culture of underwriting excellence,” said Tim Fleming, CEO of The Mutual Group. “I am thrilled to welcome Coleman and the deep and broad technical underwriting experience he brings to our team.

“Along with his senior leadership experience, Coleman’s entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to roll-up his sleeves will contribute significantly to the continued growth of our platform.”

Before joining The Mutual Group, Johnson was chief underwriting officer for US and Bermuda at Canopius, according to a news release. His career also includes significant roles at Liberty Mutual, The Hanover Insurance Group, and The Hartford, one of the winners for the Top Workers’ Compensation Insurance Companies in the USA.

“I look forward to working closely with Tim, the leadership team, and my colleagues as The Mutual Group expands its solutions-oriented focus on delivering operational and underwriting excellence to its members,” said Johnson. “I am excited for the opportunity to leverage my leadership experience and underwriting expertise to contribute to The Mutual Group’s long-term success.”

Based in West Des Moines, Iowa, The Mutual Group is an integrated insurance operations platform providing support for mutual insurance carriers. With over 400 employees, the company supports four key service areas: underwriting, claims, corporate services, and technology. The Mutual Group has more than $800 million in annual premiums serviced across 50,000 commercial policyholders.

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