Meet the Strategic Planning Board: Scott Francis

Hey there, curious minds! Step into the world of RISE’s Strategic Planning Board, where strategy meets personality. These movers and shakers are the architects behind our big-picture goals, collaborating with our leadership and Advisory Board. But this isn’t your typical spotlight series—it’s a backstage pass to uncovering what drives them beyond the boardroom. Think aspirations, hobbies, and what keeps them jazzed about the future of RISE. This series isn’t just about their roles; it’s about weaving together the stories of high achievers who are crafting a roadmap for RISE’s success. So, grab a seat and get ready to dive into the personalities shaping RISE, one interview at a time.

Meet Scott Francis, VP of Strategic Accounts at Ethos Risk-

Q: What is one piece of advice for young professionals in the insurance industry?

A: Be intentional about your career and where you want to invest your time and energy developing your skills. Of course, it is necessary to deliver the best performance in your current role, as well as looking to future opportunities and the required skills/experience to succeed in progressive roles.

Q: Are you a sports fan? What’s your favorite team?

A: The Iowa Hawkeyes will always have a special place in my heart, and you can find me rooting for them, regardless of the sport. Also enjoy watching the Green Bay Packers with my son who just recently started playing football.

Q: What do you find motivating?

A: I find challenges motivating. Whether it is a physical goal like an obstacle race or running a marathon, or a business goal such as developing a disruptive way to deliver a better product and/or service to customers.

Q: Do you collect anything?

A: Memories and experiences. My wife, Katie, and I are purposeful about seeing new places and experiencing as much of the world as possible. It’s a great way to keep grounded and continue learning.

Q: What’s the most exciting part of your job?

A: Working and cocreating with clients. This is such an exciting time to be in insurance. There are rules and guardrails, which are necessary, but within those boundaries companies are very open to exploring creativity and new ways of doing things.

Q: What is something you know now that you wish you knew when you started in the insurance industry?

A: The abundance of opportunities regardless of past experience. Insurance provides a great opportunity to carve out the career that gives you the most satisfaction. So don’t wait for your dream job to find you, figure out what it is and go after it!

Q: Share a fun fact about yourself!

A: I am a published poet.

Q: What inspired you to join RISE?

A: The people and the mission. The insurance industry is a tight knit community with huge opportunity for folks starting their career and the RISE team has gone all in on helping this group succeed. I have thoroughly enjoyed and benefitted from working in insurance and wanted to do my part in helping the next wave of leaders.