“Derek is a talented leader with an outstanding track record of delivering underwriting and operational excellence,” said Santulli. “We are confident that Derek will drive disciplined underwriting strategies that deliver exceptional results for PMA Companies and impactful solutions for our brokers and clients.”
Derek joined PMA in 1990 and has held various leadership roles in our large and middle market underwriting segments, as well as Corporate Distribution. Most recently, Derek was Senior Vice President, Shared Services. Hopper has served as a key member of PMA’s Office of the President & CEO.
Hopper received a B.A. in Political Science and Public Policy Management from Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA, and an MBA in Finance from the Erivan K. Haub School of Business, St. Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA. He has earned Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), and Associate in Claims (AIC) designations.