Get to know our dedicated team of insurance agents serving clients in North Carolina
Providing our communities of Charlotte and Lake Norman with individualized home, auto, life, business, umbrella insurance, and more! Call us today at 704-548-0500.
Meet the Parks Insurance Group Team
Get to know the people who have made our services possible! Our team members are dedicated to bringing a fresh look to the insurance world, developing personal relationships with each and every client, and providing exceptional customer service. From the perseverance and leadership of our founder to the expertise of our insurance agents, our team strives each day to best serve you.
Founder & CEORon Parksron@goparksins.com
Work
Ron began his career in 1989 selling personal insurance, offering Home, Auto, and Life insurance. With a few agency acquisitions and the addition of Business insurance to his portfolio of offerings, he has grown Parks
Insurance Group into one of the larger agencies in Charlotte, NC. Ron credits much of this growth to his highly trained staff and his many loyal clients. Over the past 30 years, Ron has accrued countless achievements, including several production honors from multiple carriers. He has also served on numerous advisory committees helping steer the insurance industry to better serve clients.
Education
Ron is an Honors Graduate of Appalachian State University – Class of 1984 – with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Risk & Insurance Management.
Agent Qualifications
In addition to becoming a Life Underwriters Training Council Graduate, he is fully licensed in multiple states throughout the US.
Community activities
Ron is a member of the Red Shoe Society for the Charlotte Ronald McDonald house and has served on multiple fundraising committees for various local charities.
Hobbies
Ron is an avid golfer but primarily enjoys traveling with family and friends.
Personal Lines Team
Efficient and reliable, our personal lines team truly cares about providing customer service to each of our valuable clients.
Personal Lines Account Manager
Jami Bell is a native of Charlotte and a Graduate of UNCC – she began her business career in Property Management and transitioned over to Property an Casualty Insurance in 2015. Being personable and outgoing, she brings a light hearted attitude to work each day! She truly cares about each and every client and tries to make a personal connection with them to build relationships. Jami loves spending time with friends and family, but her most prize possession is her Black Lab “Gabby” – and the Beach is her second home.
Personal Lines Office Manager
Misty was born and raised in Monroe, NC where she continues to live with her husband and daughter. She brings 12 strong years of Insurance experience to the agency and takes pride in providing exceptional customer service to all our valuable clients all while helping maintain the daily responsibilities within the agency. In her spare time she enjoys riding motorcycles and traveling with her family. As an avid Alabama University fan, she loves some good competition. Roll Tide!
Personal Lines Account Manager
Nikki started her Insurance carrier in 2017 and has been a great addition to our Agency! She brings a fun, fresh look and can relate to the younger generation for their insurance needs. Nikki has a great attitude and willingness to help the Agency with the next Generation of clients. Away from the office, Nikki enjoys watching her significant other play hockey and loving her 2 dogs, Lilly and Gretzky.
Personal Lines Account Manager
Tim was born in Minnesota and raised in NC. A Graduate of UNCC, Tim joined Parks Insurance Group in October 2018. Eager to help out where ever help is needed and to get to know our customers better. Outside the office, Tim enjoys rooting for the Atlanta Braves and Carolina Panthers, trips to the mountains, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.
Personal Lines Account Executive
Sandra Williams has been a part of the insurance industry for over 30 years. She works as a personal account manager and enjoys helping her customers and getting to know each one on a personal level. She is organized, efficient and results oriented. Her personal time is spent with family and friends enjoying traveling, flea market shopping and working in her garden. Motto...laugh and the world laughs with you. Favorite quote: You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing which you think you cannot do. Eleanor Roosevelt
Personal Lines Account Executive
Gina was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA and moved to Charlotte, NC in 2008. With 12 years of expertise working with Sate Farm as a Personal Lines Account Manager, Gina brings a wealth of industry knowledge to our team. She has a passion for helping others and would love to work with you! Gina is fluent in both English and Spanish and loves spending time with her husband, her two girls and their pug. She and her family consider the beach and Disney as their home away from home.
Personal Lines Account Manager
Lola is a Charlotte, NC native who joined Parks Insurance Group in January of 2019. Her easy-going demeanor and eagerness to help make her an excellent addition to our team. Lola has been part of the insurance industry for more than 10 years and loves to share her knowledge with clients to help them understand their policies and meet their needs. When she is away from the office, Lola enjoys spending time with her husband and their two sons. She also enjoys sewing, crafts, and cheering on the Panthers!
Personal Lines Account Manager
Jennifer graduated from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC with a Bachelor’s in Social Work and a Minor in Psychology. She began her working career over 13 years ago in her family’s insurance agency as a Personal Lines Account Manager. This career path has been a great fit for Jennifer’s friendly, outgoing personality. Jennifer is a well organized, efficient, thoughtful person that takes joy in helping other people. Jennifer is a Mooresville, NC native where she continues to live with her husband, two children, and two dogs. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her very large family and close friends. She also loves to cook, workout, travel, or spend time at the pool, lake, or beach!
Personal Lines Account Manager
Andrew was born in Atlanta, GA and was raised in Asheville, NC. After graduating from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, he moved down to Charlotte, NC to work for AAA Insurance. Joining Parks Insurance Group in June of 2019, Andrew brings a service mentality and a bright smile to the team. Outside the office he likes to spend his time at the gym, pool, or watching sports (especially the Braves) with friends.
Commercial Lines Team
Our competent professionals are dedicated to connecting with our clients on a personal level to provide the best service possible.
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
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.
Employee Benefits Division
We are pleased to announce that Zach Brock has joined Parks Insurance Group to launch a new division. Zach will head up our Employee Benefits division effective June 1, 2019. We were able to recruit Zach from a local benefits firm where he has spent the last 7 years focusing on employee benefit programs. Zach joins us with a wealth of knowledge in the employee benefits space, from installing a small business traditional group plan to developing fully managed care programs for larger employers. Zach has seen and done most everything in the benefits sector, and his utmost attention to detail and commitment to his clients is what attracted us to him. We are excited to have Zach join the team in helping us provide Group Health Benefit solutions to our clients.
Senior Commercial Lines Account Manager
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.
Commercial Lines Account Manager
Lisa was born and resides in Mooresville, NC. She lives with her husband of 29 years and all her children have paws. She brings 31 years 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.
Insurance Made Easy
At Parks Insurance Group, we believe your plans and dreams for life are yours for the taking. We’re here to provide individualized insurance to help you achieve those dreams, even when life doesn’t go as planned. Licensed in CA, DE, GA, MD, MN, NC, ND, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, & WV.
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