When did you join SELCO Insurance Services, and how has your role changed over the years?
Tim: I joined SELCO Insurance Services in September 2018 as a Commercial Account Specialist. After a year away, I returned in September 2023 to assume the role of Commercial Lines Sales Executive. This position allows me to effectively leverage my more than 20 years of industry experience to develop tailored insurance programs for my clients.
Why did you choose to focus on commercial lines over personal lines insurance?
Tim: After approximately 10 years in the insurance industry, I discovered that commercial insurance provides the opportunity to build long‑term, meaningful client relationships.
What sets you apart from other insurance agents?
Tim: While there are many reputable agents in the local market, SELCO stands apart through our team of specialists who focus on designing programs that help manage and reduce your total cost of risk. In collaboration with our carrier partners, we are able to create customized insurance solutions that often result in long‑term cost savings for our clients.
Are there certain types of companies you consider more your specialty?
Tim: While our team has the capability to place a wide variety of risks, my practice is primarily focused on contractors, loggers, trucking operations, and property and manufacturing risks.
You started and ran a Farmers Insurance office for 13 years. How did that experience shape your career?
Tim: My experience with Farmers was extremely positive, allowing me to work with outstanding clients and colleagues. That time played a significant role in shaping my career, ultimately steering me toward a focus on business insurance. I especially appreciated the personal, relationship‑driven nature of working with business clients, which is the primary reason I was excited to be back at SELCO as a Commercial Lines Sales Executive.
Finally, let’s veer off the insurance path and onto an outdoor path. There’s a rumor that you may hold an unofficial record for number of hikes on a certain Oregon path. Can you share those details? And, besides the obvious health benefits, what is it about hiking and backpacking that holds such an allure for you?
Tim: Outside of work, I have many hobbies, but I currently spend most of my time golfing, rock climbing, and hiking or backpacking. I truly enjoy being outdoors, especially when the weather cooperates. Mt. Pisgah is my favorite local hike due to the many trail options available from easy to difficult. I tend to hike one of the trails multiple times a week and have easily hiked it over 500 times in the past 20 years.
