Amber is consistently one of Burns & Wilcox’s top producers. She writes a book of business of $50 million and manages all underwriting activities for the Burns & Wilcox, Salt Lake City office. Her accomplishments have been recognized across the Burns & Wilcox international network, receiving the company's "Top Producer Award" for 10+ consecutive years, as well as the "Top New Business Income Award" for many of those years.

Amber can attribute much of her success to her competitive focus. Prior to starting her insurance career, she graduated from the Salt Lake City Police Academy and was certified to be an officer.

Amber belongs to the Utah Surplus Lines Association and is a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC). She also has served on many Carriers advisory boards. She is actively involved in the community outreach programs within Burns & Wilcox, including volunteering at Ronald McDonald House Charities, The Road Home & For the Kids Charity.

Amber’s biggest accomplishment is her family. Amber loves spending time with her husband Brady and their 3 beautiful daughters.

Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning our participants and their clients for confidence and success.

Ivan Hudson, Director of the UCA Center for Insurance & Risk Management and Lecturer, joined the College of Business faculty in the fall of 2023. Before UCA, he began his career at the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce and later worked with the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation as a program associate. In 2009, he joined the Arkansas Scholarship Lottery's start-up team, serving in various roles, including Procurement Director. After completing his MBA at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2012, Ivan the insurance industry when he founded the Ivan Hudson Agency. He obtained a Series 6 and Series 63 license by 2014.

Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning our participants and their clients for confidence and success.

Vince Staub, MS, CRM, CCP, is a distinguished executive and leader with over 30 years of experience in risk management, compliance, corporate security, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS). As the President of Risk Managers International and a Managing Partner at Make the Shift Consulting Group, he drives innovative strategies that enhance organizational resilience. Vince's career began at age 16 as a YMCA Day Camp leader, laying the foundation for his lifelong dedication to leadership. He has held prominent roles, including Chief Risk & Security Officer for a major multinational semiconductor company and National Faculty Member at The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research. With a Doctor's Degree in Strategic Leadership and multiple certifications, Vince combines extensive knowledge with a passion for community service, serving on various boards and leading youth leadership initiatives.

Focusing exclusively on risk management and insurance professional development, the Risk & Insurance Education Alliance provides a practical advantage at every career stage, positioning our participants and their clients for confidence and success.