Derek Urmston

Derek Urmston is an experienced underwriter specializing in commercial auto insurance, currently working at Hallmark Financial Services Inc. since September 2019 as an Underwriter for Brokerage Primary Auto. This role involves comprehensive risk analysis, price negotiation, and relationship building with brokerages. Previously, Derek served as a Transportation Underwriting Specialist at First Capital AWIS LLC, where significant contributions included building profitable books of business and achieving a cumulative production of $16.7 million. Derek's expertise is complemented by ongoing education, including CPCU coursework and training, as well as early career experience in market analysis during an internship at the Global Energy Network Institute. Derek holds a Master's Degree in International Economics and a BA in Economics and Music from UC San Diego.