Insurance SouthJames R. Haywood, AAI

James R. Haywood, AAI

In 1979, Jim began his career by earning a BBA from the University of Georgia with a major in Risk Management & Insurance. He gained valuable industry knowledge and experience by completing the St. Paul Insurance Company underwriting training program and by holding underwriting and marketing positions with the company from 1980 to 1984.

This foundation led him to an interest in the independent agency system where he excelled in various personal and commercial insurance sales positions. His career spans more than 25 years, and includes experience in all aspects of operating an independent insurance agency including sales, service, operations and management.

Since 1998, Jim has served as the President of the Real Estate Insurance Network, (RIN), a specialized network of joint venture insurance agencies integrated within the residential real estate industry. RIN is a wholly owned division of The Norton Agency, an independent insurance agency based in Gainesville, GA. Jim is a Vice President/Principal of The Norton Agency and in 2008 was named the General Manager.

Jim may be reached at 205-445-1801 or you can send an email message to him by completing the form below.

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