Michael Barnes

Michael Barnes is an experienced professional in the field of underwriting, currently serving as Lead Group Underwriter at Voya Financial since 2015, where oversight of underwriting and risk analysis for life insurance prospects, primarily involving groups of 1,500 to 4,999 lives, is a key responsibility. Prior experience includes a role as Senior Group Underwriter at Anthem, Inc., leading underwriting efforts for life and disability prospects, and positions at The Hartford and Highmark Health, advancing from Associate Underwriter to Chief Underwriter. Michael Barnes holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication from Towson University and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Law/Compliance at Regent University.