WC DILLON - Key Persons
A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Chan has lived in Nashville since graduating from Vanderbilt University in 1993. In 2001, he co-founded DillonBrooks, an employee benefit insurance agency and built it into a thriving company before launching the full-service agency, WC Dillon Company in 2007. Chan understands how to help his clients run a successful business and is a valuable partner- consulting with them on both risk management and employee benefit programs.
Chan has volunteered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Nashville since 1995, is a past board member of Safehaven Family Shelter, and current board member of Arts & Business Council of Middle TN.
John joined the agency with the opening of its Lexington, Kentucky office in 2021 after a decade in the aerospace industry, where he led a product develop team and managed client relationships. A Lexington native and University of Kentucky graduate, John's technical background and energetic approach to sales serve him well as he embarks on a career in insurance. John is also a student pilot and novice golfer. His better half, Dr. Kristen Witt, is an elementary school teacher in Fayette County. Together, they enjoy traveling, social outings, and playing host to friends and family whenever possible.
Job Titles:
- Senior Commercial Lines Account Manager
A native of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Julia has worked with reputable insurance carriers and agencies since 1979, specializing in property and casualty insurance and excelling in client services. Julia enjoys traveling, spending time with her loving husband of over 40 years, and soaking up the Florida sun with her four grandchildren.
Lindsey has been in the insurance industry for over 5 years. She was born and raised in Racine, Wisconsin where she grew up a Packers, Brewers, & Bucks fan. She moved to Nashville, Tennessee with her fiancé and golden retriever Obi to be closer to family & longer summers. Lindsey played competitive soccer through high school and continues to stay active by working out, hiking & going for bike rides. She has auditioned for Survivor multiple times hoping to live out her dream of becoming the next sole survivor.
Job Titles:
- SVP
- Certified Insurance Counselor
A Nashville native, Raleigh is a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) with 15 years of experience in the commercial insurance and banking industries. He and his wife, Amy, have two daughters, a beagle named Fred, and a corgi named Wilma. Raleigh has volunteered with many non-profit organizations in Middle Tennessee, including St. George's Kindergarten, Oasis Center, and Family Faith Medical Center. When he's not in the office, you will find Raleigh in the great outdoors. In fact, he has hiked the entire Appalachian Trail. He loves mountain biking in Percy Warner Park, fly fishing on the Caney Fork River, and picking the mandolin with his bluegrass bandmates, The Green Hillsbillies.
Sam joined the agency in December of 2022 after 4.5 years in the financial technology industry. A native of Birmingham, Alabama and a graduate of the University of Mississippi, Sam's engagement in the local community, service oriented approach, and technical acumen serves him well in his sales position. He is a licensed insurance professional in P&C and holds his CLCS (commercial lines coverage specialist) designation. Sam is a member of The Phoenix Club of Nashville, a non-profit organization serving underserved youth in the Greater Middle Tennessee area. He is also 3-year Head Coach for the 6th grade basketball team at Christ The King Catholic School. Sam enjoys running, playing basketball, fishing, being with his black lab (Gus) and cheering on the Ole Miss Rebels
Job Titles:
- Personal Lines Account Manager
Sarah, a native of Crossville, TN, has over a decade of experience in the insurance industry, specializing in personal lines. She has joined our team as a Personal Lines Account Manager. Her interpersonal skills and ability to connect with people make her approachable and easy to work with. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two children and her furry family members.
Job Titles:
- Employee Benefits Specialist
Sherri has more than 15 years of experience in the insurance industry, specializing in medical, dental, vision, life, disability and voluntary worksite benefits. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Sherri also lived in Kentucky, Florida, Louisiana, Illinois, Alabama and Nebraska before putting down roots in Nashville, Tennessee in 2009. Her hobbies include hiking, canoeing, training her pup, Millie, and complaining about the traffic on I-24.
Born and raised in Smyrna, Tennessee, Tabatha Simpson began her insurance career in 2018. After 10 years in retail management, she decided to follow in her mother's footsteps and is working towards becoming a Commercial Lines Account Manager. Tabatha brings her strong client service skills, attentiveness and enthusiasm to the agency. When she's off the clock, you can find Tabatha creating DIY projects, traveling, and spending time with her two fur babies, Oliver and Jackson, both rescues.
Job Titles:
- Employee Benefits Account Manager
With over 35 years of experience in the insurance industry, Tammy is proficient in employee benefit administration and claims resolution. She is a native of Nashville, where she attended Trevecca Nazarene University before earning her PhD in Motherhood. In her spare time, Tammy enjoys tending to the family farm, where she resides with her husband of 40 years and four terrific children.
Job Titles:
- Personal Lines Account Assistant
Waddy was born and raised in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, where he grew up going to the beach and spending his summers as a surf instructor. Waddy attended the University of Tennessee, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Retail Hospitality and Tourism Management with a minor in Business Administration before moving to Nashville, Tennessee in 2021 with his dachshund, Weezy. When he's off the clock, you can find Waddy cheering on the Tennessee Vols, or playing soccer, golf, or tennis.