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Walter A. Bell was named Alabama’s chief insurance regulator in January 2003. He
recently completed his one-year term as President of the National Association
of Insurance Commissioners. He now serves on the Executive Committee of the
NAIC as Past President.
Under Commissioner Bell’s leadership, the Alabama Department of Insurance has
streamlined operations, making it easier for consumers and industry to access
the Department’s services. Also, the Department regained accreditation by the
NAIC.
At the NAIC, Commissioner Bell’s tenure as President was highlighted by several
efficiency initiatives. Today, he serves as Chairman of the NAIC International
Insurance Relations Committee as well as a member on several other committees.
Prior to becoming an insurance regulator, Commissioner Bell had a 20-years-plus
career in financial services. After serving as a banker in his native Mobile,
Commissioner Bell joined The MONY Group as a financial professional in 1983. He
served as National Director for Emerging Markets before being named the company
Vice President for Diversity Marketing.
Commissioner Bell is a director of EnergySouth, Inc., and is also a limited
partner in the Mobile BayBears Baseball Team, an affiliate of the San Diego
Padres franchise. He is a former trustee of Spring Hill College, of which he is
a graduate. He is also a trustee of the Mobile Arts & Sports Association
and the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. He has served as president of numerous
charitable and civic endeavors in both Mobile and New York, and has been
honored in both cities for his civic leadership.
Commissioner Bell is married to the former Loresa Carlton. They have two
children. The Bells are members of the Big Zion AME Zion Church in Mobile.
Commissioner Bell enjoys golf, traveling and collecting sports memorabilia.
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