John Sence

About John Sence

I am committed to building strong, strategic partnerships that enable our producers to grow and deliver outstanding protection to their clients. Throughout my career, I have focused on championing producers and ensuring they have the tools, collaboration, and market access needed to succeed.I recently joined SageSure as Chief Sales Officer (12/1/2025). SageSure is an organization whose leadership position and mission strongly align with my values and experience. SageSure is one of the largest managing general underwriters focused on catastrophe-exposed property in the United States. Dedicated to serving producers and carrier partners, SageSure provides highly differentiated residential and commercial solutions, innovative service and claims management, and market-leading buying experiences. A leader in catastrophe risk underwriting and exposure management, SageSure operates in 16 states, protects more than policyholders, and manages more than $2.6 billion of in-force premium.My background includes 14 years on the agency side building a profitable book of business and leading a successful sales team, followed by a decade of overseeing field and national sales growth for a top carrier. This combination has shaped a deep understanding of producer needs and the operational partnership required to create sustainable market success.I am focused on advancing SageSure’s growth by expanding & strengthening distribution partnerships, delivering best-in-class experiences, and fostering a culture of trust and accountability; always grounded in the belief that when our agency partners succeed, we succeed.

Experience

1. SVP, Chief Sales Officer

   SageSure

   Nov 2025 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

   Lead national sales strategy, distribution expansion, and producer engagement for one of the country’s largest MGUs specializing in catastrophe-exposed property.Responsible for developing and executing an integrated sales vision that strengthens agency relationships, broadens market presence, and enhances product accessibility across 16 states. Partner closely with underwriting, operations, claims, and technology teams to ensure a coordinated, best-in-class producer and policyholder experience.Key areas of focus include:• Driving profitable premium growth through strategic distribution partnerships• Enhancing producer experience and engagement through clear communication and responsive service• Identifying and opening new markets and agency opportunities• Elevating field sales capabilities through training, data-driven insights, and long-term planning• Supporting innovation in underwriting, risk management, and product deliveryDedicated to fostering a sales culture built on trust, accountability, and partnership ensuring that agency success remains at the center of everything we do.

Education

• Wake Forest University

  BA, Economics & German

  1988 — 1993

Skills

• Legal Liability
• Workers Compensation
• Property & Casualty Insurance
• Commercial Insurance
• General Insurance
• Professional Liability
• D&O
• Liability
• Financial Risk
• Casualty Insurance
• Risk Management
• Casualty
• Employment Practices Liability
• Claim
• Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Brokers
• Product Liability
• Underwriting