As Commercial Client Executive, Dan serves as an account leader and advisor for Van Wyk's commercial clients. He works closely with the client managers to deliver innovative risk management solutions and exceptional service to our clients. In addition, Dan's legal expertise enables Van Wyk to add yet another valuable service to our suite of comprehensive risk management solutions.

Dan is experienced in contract interpretation and negotiation, corporate due diligence, business law, mergers and acquisitions, and general risk management and liability consulting.

While he is versed in many areas of risk management, one of Dan's specialty practice areas is captive programs and other risk transfer solutions, and he puts his extensive experience in the furniture manufacturing industry to work for Van Wyk's clients as well.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Juris Doctorate from The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
• Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Communications from Calvin College
• Business Mentor for Calvin College Career Development Program

David has devoted his career to risk management and insurance, which has spanned nearly two decades. As a company shareholder, David provides leadership and strategic direction to Van Wyk's ownership team. David also serves on Van Wyk's executive team as Senior Vice President, and as the team leader for commercial clients locally, regionally and worldwide. He works closely with the client managers to deliver innovative risk management solutions and exceptional service to our clients.

While he is versed in many areas of risk management, his specialty practice areas include large national and multi-national risk management programs, loss sensitive plans, single parent and group captives, and London and Bermuda placements, among others.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from Davenport University
• Served on the Grand Rapids Ballet Company Board of Directors and as a deacon in the Treasurer role for his Church

As Vice President, Eric provides leadership and strategic direction as part of Van Wyk's executive team. He also serves as the team leader and advisor for Van Wyk's commercial clients, working closely with the client managers to deliver innovative risk management solutions and exceptional service to clients throughout the country.

While he is versed in many areas of risk management and has developed innovative solutions for businesses in a variety of industries over the last decade, some of Eric's specialty practice areas include trade association and industry-specific programs including equipment dealers and contractors.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Bachelor of Business and Communications degree from Calvin College

David's career in risk management spans more than 30 years. As Senior Vice President, Dave provides leadership and strategic direction as part of Van Wyk's executive team. He also serves as the team leader and advisor for Van Wyk's commercial clients, working closely with the client managers to deliver innovative risk management solutions and exceptional service to our clients.

While he is versed in many areas of risk management, Dave's specialty practice areas include marine insurance, construction insurance, bond and surety, and large casualty risks. He uses his expertise and former experience as a bond underwriter and manager at a casualty and surety company in a consulting capacity for Van Wyk's clients.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting/Finance and Business Education from Ferris State University and a Michigan Teaching Certificate
• Served on the American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids Board of Directors

Jessica leads the company's marketing department, public relations efforts, and special events. She also provides leadership and strategic direction as part of Van Wyk's executive team.

Jessica is responsible for creating and implementing strategies for business development, advancing corporate communications and coordinating community and client relationship-building efforts. She also directs and implements the company's advertising, marketing, corporate giving and communication initiatives. Her task is to continually communicate the many reasons why Van Wyk is the company where clients come for good.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Michigan Business School
• Serves as Board Secretary for the Gaslight Village Business Association

As Van Wyk’s 2012 Calvin College intern, Justin will be involved in a variety of meaningful work projects while learning about the insurance and risk management industry. He will also have the opportunity to earn his property & casualty insurance license and will spend three weeks in Great Britain working with a partner agency.

Justin is currently a senior at Calvin College pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with a concentration in Mathematics and a minor in Geology. He recently completed a competitive summer research program as a McGregor Research Fellow, and has also served as a Student Research Assistant in the Calvin College Economics Department.

Linda manages financial functions for Van Wyk, including accounting management, payroll, account receivables and payables, and budgeting. She also coordinates service contracts with many of the company's vendors.

Additionally, Linda is the company's technology coordinator for Van Wyk's state-of-the-art Agency Management System. Linda also tracks the educational pursuits of Van Wyk's professionals, assisting with licensing in 40+ states and the continuing education requirements of Van Wyk's professionals. She has more than 20 years of financial services experience.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance

As Commercial Client Manager, Linda is an integral part of a client's account team. She provides technical support and analysis, works with insurance carriers on behalf of our clients, and fulfills daily client service needs and requests. She also manages technical underwriting and new business submissions to more than fifty insurance outlets.

Linda has more than 30 years of industry experience in risk management and insurance. Her specialty practice areas include loss sensitive programs, contractors, nursery business, large business and new business. She uses her prior experience as a commercial underwriter to benefit Van Wyk's clients, counseling them on eligibility, coverage options and needed documentation and claims.

Linda is very active in the support of military families. She is the proud mother of an Iraqi war veteran and currently has a son-in-law serving in the United States Marine Corps.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Professional designation of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)

Max founded the Van Wyk Insurance Agency, now known as Van Wyk Risk & Financial Management, in 1982 with the desire to build long-term relationships built on trust and service excellence. Since then, the company has grown into a multi-million dollar risk management firm and earned the reputation of being the company where clients come for good.

Max has 40 years of risk management and insurance experience. As CEO, Max provides strategic leadership and direction as part of the company's executive team. He manages the company's underwriting authority, serves as account team counselor and sales director, and is very active as a leader of Van Wyk's professionals.

While he is versed in many areas of risk management, Max's specialty areas of expertise include underwriting and developing truly innovative, industry-first programs to benefit Van Wyk's clients.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance, and Life & Health insurance
• Masters of Business Administration degree in Marketing from Western Michigan University
• Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Calvin College
• Served as Chairman of the Kent County Association of Independent Insurance Agents, Trustee on Calvin College Board of Trustees, Chairman of the Grand Rapids Christian Schools Capital Campaign, Chairman of the Better Business Bureau of Western Michigan, and Chairman of the CNA Agent Advisory Council

As Commercial Client Executive, Matt serves as an account leader and advisor for Van Wyk’s commercial clients. He works closely with the client managers to deliver innovative risk management solutions and exceptional service to our clients.

Matt brings financial, accounting, customer service, and sales experience to
Van Wyk.

Good To Know

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Calvin College

Mike has devoted his career to risk management and insurance, working in the industry in a variety of roles for more than 30 years. As Senior Vice President, Mike provides leadership and strategic direction as part of Van Wyk's executive team. He also serves as the team leader and advisor for Van Wyk's commercial clients, working closely with the client managers to deliver innovative risk management solutions and exceptional service to our clients.

While Mike is well versed in risk management for a variety of industries, his specialty areas of expertise include the food, manufacturing and retail industries, and he serves as the risk management resource for the Michigan State University Department of Agricultural, Food and Resource Economics.

Mike also counsels Van Wyk's clients in alternative risk financing strategies such as offshore single parent and group captives, as well as other types of self insurance, and large national and multinational accounts.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Professional designation of Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)
• Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Michigan State University
• Served as President of the West Michigan Risk and Insurance Management Society, and on the Board of Directors of Hope Network Behavioral Health, and the Kent County Literacy Council

As Commercial Client Executive, Nate serves as an account leader and advisor for Van Wyk's commercial clients. He works closely with the client managers to deliver innovative risk management solutions and exceptional service to our clients.

While he is versed in many areas of risk management and has developed innovative solutions for businesses in a variety of industries over the last decade, Nate has special expertise in the manufacturing and contracting industries.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance and Life & Health insurance
• Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Michigan State University
• Professional designation of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)

As Commercial Client Manager, Nick is an integral part of a commercial client's account team. He provides technical support and analysis, works with insurance carriers on behalf of our clients, and fulfills daily client service needs and requests.

Additionally, Nick co-manages the company's certificate of insurance tracking programs for numerous clients. While he is versed in many areas of risk management and insurance, Nick's specialty areas of expertise include surety and bonding, and equipment dealer programs.

Nick was the first graduate of Van Wyk's one-of-a-kind internship program that began in 2005 in partnership with Calvin College and Lloyd's of London.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance and Life insurance
• Bachelor of Arts degree in Business with a minor in French from Calvin College

Patti was the first employee Max hired, and she celebrated her 20th anniversary with the company in 2008. As Commercial Client Manager, Patti is an integral part of a commercial client's account team. She provides technical support and analysis, works with insurance carriers on behalf of our clients, and fulfills daily client service needs and requests.

Patti has more than 25 years of industry experience. While she is versed in many areas of risk management and insurance, Patti specializes in loss-sensitive and captive programs, as well as international exposures. She serves a wide variety of clients, including those in the retail, manufacturing and contracting industries.

Patti is a dedicated and active volunteer with Kids Food Basket and Gilda's Club Grand Rapids.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Professional designations of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR), and Certified Risk Manager (CRM)

Rick has more than 25 years of experience in commercial property and casualty insurance. As Commercial Client Manager, Rick is an integral part of a commercial client's account team. He provides technical support and analysis, works with insurance carriers on behalf of our clients, and fulfills daily client service needs and requests.

Rick helps businesses in a variety of industries, and his specialty areas of expertise include loss sensitive programs, captive insurance programs, self-insured and other alternative funding programs. Rick serves many of the company's transportation and manufacturing clients.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance and Life insurance
• Professional designation of Associate in Risk Management (ARM)
• Bachelor's degree from Grand Valley State University

As Designer & Communications Manager, Tricia supports Van Wyk's sales, marketing and communications efforts as part of the marketing team. A talented artist, Tricia is Van Wyk's lead designer for all of the company's corporate identity and collateral materials. She also has a large role in managing and tracking data in the company's sophisticated Agency Management System database.

Good To Know

• Licensed in Property & Casualty insurance
• Masters in Business Administration degree with a concentration in Design and Innovation Management from Ferris State University and Kendall College
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Design from Western Michigan University.