Get to know our dedicated team of insurance agents serving clients in North Carolina

Business Insurance Specialist 

 David became part of the Parks Insurance Group team in 2017 as a Commercial Lines Producer. Prior to joining Parks Insurance Group, he spent 25 years as a Town Manager in Western North Carolina. His experience in government gives him unique insight and knowledge in running businesses, handling insurance programs, and providing insurance services to municipalities and businesses across the state. David provides commercial insurance and bonds to a variety of industries, but primarily focuses on government entities and the construction industry.

Business Insurance Specialist 

  Tara was born and raised in Minnesota. She earned her Bachelor's degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead and worked primarily in the legal field before joining the insurance industry.  In 2008, she moved to Charlotte and has been enjoying the beautiful weather and mild winters ever since!  She spent a few years working within the Mecklenburg County court system but eventually transitioned to commercial insurance and has never looked back.  She joined Parks Insurance Group in 2016. Tara specializes in business insurance for a variety of industries -- technology, hospitality and the non- profit sector to name a few.  She can help with any type of business though and currently handles a wide variety of business accounts.  She works with clients in the Southeast - as well as clients back "home" in Minnesota and North Dakota.  Tara enjoys spending time with family and friends and traveling.  These days, her most common travel route is from CLT to MSP or FAR! 

Commercial Lines Account Manager & Agency Admin 

 Kimberly is a 4th generation Lake Norman native who transitioned from pet care to the insurance industry in 2013. With years of experience in both Commercial Lines and Personal Lines, she has a well-rounded view when handling accounts. She joined the Parks Insurance Group team as a Commercial Lines Account Manager in 2017. Though she handles all types of accounts, from small businesses to large corporations, she works heavily with contractors. Kimberly loves being involved in the community and frequently volunteers with service-oriented organizations. She has been in leadership roles with the Lake Norman Young Professionals since 2016, has served on the board of the Kiwanis Club of Lake Norman, and is a graduate of the Leadership Lake Norman Program. When she is not in the office, Kimberly spends her time with family, volunteering, reading, and looking for new adventures. She is dedicated to growing her knowledge of the industry and using her skills to help others.

Commercial Lines Account Manager

Lindsay was born and raised in Syracuse, NY. After obtaining her bachelor’s degree in marketing from Coastal Carolina University in 2015, she moved back to Syracuse, NY to begin her career in Commercial Lines Insurance with a local agency. In 2018 she moved to Charlotte, NC where she spent her first year in sales within the health care vertical before transitioning back to the insurance field. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family and tries to travel as much as possible.

Commercial Lines Account Manager

  Lisa was born and still resides in Mooresville, NC. She lives with her husband of 29 years and all her children have paws. She brings 31 years of Insurance experience to the agency and 20 of those years have been in commercial insurance. Small accounts to the largest of accounts, she enjoys them all. Lisa maintains incredible retention of her commercial clients and is always looking forward to writing new clients. Away from the office, she loves hanging out with family and friends on Lake Norman.

Senior Commercial Lines Account Executive

  Melissa began her career in Commercial Insurance over 30 years ago and strives to provide outstanding customer service to all our clients.  Since joining Parks Insurance Group in 2003, her experience has helped to maintain a high level of retention of our existing clients, as well as contribute to growth each year of many new clients, both large and small.   Currently she is pursuing the CPCU designation and previously obtained the CISR designation from St. John Fisher College in New York.  She graduated with an Accounting degree from Alfred State College in Western New York and has experience as a Residential Real Estate Appraiser which are very helpful in the Insurance marketplace. In her spare time Melissa is an avid sports fan who likes to travel with her family and friends.

 Commercial Lines Account Manager

  Wendy is a native of Kannapolis, North Carolina. She graduated from East Carolina University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design. In 2006, she joined the insurance industry and obtained her Property and Casualty Insurance License. Wendy has over thirteen years of experience in commercial insurance, gained by working with 2 well-known independent agencies in the Concord, North Carolina area. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, including her dog named Barkley and cat named Lee. Wendy’s hobbies include dabbling in home design and making crafts. She enjoys watching football and is a big Dallas Cowboy fan! 

Commercial Lines Account Manager

  Born and raised in Tampa, FL, Karen moved to North Carolina in recent years to be close to her son and his family. In May 2019 she joined the team at Parks Insurance Group as a commercial lines account manager. She brings over 40 years of industry experience and a history of excellent client care, making her a great fit for the agency. Karen enjoys spending as much time as possible with her twin granddaughters.