Janet Nash is a seasoned risk management professional with more than 35 years of experience in the insurance and risk management industry. She began her career in 1989 in the private sector, developing extensive expertise in liability management, regulatory compliance, claims administration, and organizational risk mitigation.
Since joining Kennesaw State University in 2012, Janet has led Risk Management and Insurance Services, overseeing a comprehensive risk management program that supports more than 9,000 employees and 50,000 students. Through her strategic leadership and focus on proactive risk management practices, the university has realized consistent reductions in both loss ratios and liability insurance premiums.
Janet's responsibilities include insurance program administration, contract review, collaboration with state and private insurance partners, and oversight of complex, high-profile, and high-value loss investigations. She also provides consulting, training, and guidance on risk management best practices while ensuring compliance with state regulations and university policies.
Committed to advancing the profession, Janet regularly participates in Insurance and Risk Management projects on the University System and State of Georgia levels
In addition to her risk management expertise, Janet is a trained paralegal, bringing valuable legal insight to operational strategy and decision-making. She is a proud graduate of Kennesaw State University, holds the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation from The Institutes, and has maintained a Georgia Insurance License for more than 30 years.
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Janet is a passionate supporter of Kennesaw State Athletics. She is a baseball and football season-ticket holder and has held football season tickets since the program's inaugural FCS season in 2015. She proudly witnessed the Owls' 2024 transition to FBS competition and celebrated the team's 2025 Conference USA Championship and first bowl appearance.
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