Kristen Hakala

Kristen Hakala is an accomplished insurance professional with extensive experience in underwriting and management. Currently serving as AVP-WC Underwriting at Group 1001 since March 2024, Kristen previously held the position of Assistant Vice President of Workers' Compensation at Atlas General Insurance Services from January 2017 to March 2024, where responsibilities included establishing underwriting guidelines and maintaining a multi-million dollar book across various industries. Prior roles at Atlas General included Underwriting Manager and Senior Underwriter, overseeing teams and servicing significant accounts. Kristen began her career as a Senior Underwriter at Arrowhead General Insurance Agency, managing a $12 million book of business, and started as an Assistant Underwriter at Golden Eagle Insurance, providing support to senior underwriters.