Board of Directors

St. Johns Board of Directors is comprised of seasoned professionals.

James McCahill
Chairman

Robert P. Lucas
Director

Reese I. Bowen
Director

Michael Culbertson
Director

Christopher J. McHattie
Director


James McCahill, Chairman

Mr. McCahill is also Chairman of St. James Insurance Group where he is responsible for the continued growth and development of the company’s strategic business lines. Prior to the formation of St. James Insurance Group, he was President of Braishfield Associates and was responsible for re-engineering the transformation of the firm from a regional retail broker to a program manager/MGA. Prior to joining Braishfield in 1990, he was a Principal and the Director of Commercial Operations for Palmer Cay – a large, regional retail insurance broker. He began his career with Marsh, where he handled casualty programs for Fortune 100 clients. He is a graduate of Rollins College.

Robert P. Lucas, Director

Mr. Lucas also serves as President of St. James Insurance Group. He has extensive experience in underwriting program business and large accounts. He began his career with the Chubb Group in commercial, multi-line underwriting management. Prior to the formation of St. James Insurance Group, he was a Principal and Executive Vice President of Braishfield Associates.  Prior to that, he was with A.J. Gallagher. He is a graduate of Drew University.

Reese I. Bowen, Director

Mr. Bowen, as President of St. Johns Insurance Company, is responsible for the design and implementation of underwriting programs for St. Johns. In that capacity, he also provides the strategy for all state filings, underwriting protocol and the ceded reinsurance portfolio both quota share and catastrophe.

His 35 years of experience includes eight years brokering commercial accounts and five years in underwriting management. Through his association with AIG Risk Management, New York, Mr. Bowen acquired valuable experience with alternative risk financing techniques and insurance company operations.

Michael Culbertson, Director

Mr. Culbertson, a 30-year insurance industry veteran, is president of Seibels Bruce. He joined the organization in 1974. Prior to being named president, he played an integral role in managing insurance operations, crafting strategic marketing alliances and creating the company’s claim-handling subsidiary, Insurance Network Services, Inc. He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina and holds his CPCU designation.

Christopher J. McHattie, Director

Mr. McHattie is a principal in his own law firm. He serves as corporate counsel for St. James Insurance Group. He assists the company and Florida counsel with insurance compliance and regulatory matters and provides oversight for corporate legal affairs and litigation. Mr. McHattie is a graduate of Seton Hall University and New York Law School. He is a member of the New Jersey, New York and American Bar Associations.

 

 

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