Georgia Farm Bureau announced today that Gary Willis will be the insurance organization’s next general manager effective immediately.  Willis, who has most recently served as GFB’s Executive Director of Insurance Operations, is assuming his new role since GFB Insurance General Manager George Monk retired Jan. 2.

“Gary brings a wealth of experience at Georgia Farm Bureau to this new appointment. In addition to his operations role, he’s served as former senior director of our claim’s department, as well as managing various other responsibilities in the claims department. Gary takes this important position at a critical juncture as we pursue our long-term strategic goals,” said Georgia Farm Bureau President Tom McCall. Gary’s vast knowledge of the insurance industry and our products continue to serve our members, volunteers, and staff well.”

A native of Lowndes County, Willis graduated from Valdosta State University with a degree in Business. He maintains board positions with the Georgia Underwriter Association (GUA), Georgia Insurance Insolvency Pool (GIIP) and Georgia Association of Property and Casualty Insurance Companies (GAPCIC).

Willis lives in Warner Robins, a member of Southside Pleasant Hill Church and has two sons, Coleman and Brooks.