People Moves: Tennessee Names New Insurance Examinations Director

The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance announced promotions to key insurance regulatory, emergency services and management roles.

Bryant Cummings, with 23 years at the department, was named director of insurance examinations, TDCI said in a statement. He will lead a team of 12 examiners who review insurance companies’ operational and financial records to ensure compliance with statutory and National Association of Insurance Commissioners guidelines.

Cummings replaces longtime examinations director Joy Little, who recently retired. Since 2016, Cummings has worked as assistant director for the examinations team. He holds degrees from Alcorn State University and the University of Memphis, and is a certified financial examiner.

The department also said William “Chip” Kain has been promoted to deputy commissioner, overseeing fire prevention and the state Fire Marshal’s Office.

Brent Culberson was named chief of staff for the department, overseeing strategy, customer service, and efficiency. Since 2022, Culberson has served as Lipscomb University’s vice president of government, community relations and strategic partnerships.

In the private sector, Alliant Insurance Services named Cheryl Blake senior vice president in its employee benefits group. She is based in Georgia and will work with clients nationwide, the company said in a news release.

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