GFB News Magazine

Willis new GFB Insurance Co. general manager

Posted on February 23, 2026 9:25 AM

Georgia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company General Manager Gary Willis / Photo by Logan Thomas

Gary Willis began serving as the new general manager of the Georgia Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company (GFBMIC) on Jan. 3. Prior to his promotion he served as GFBMIC executive director of insurance operations. Willis assumed his new role after his predecessor, George Monk, retired Jan. 2. Willis has been with the GFBMIC for 26 years.

“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 claims 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 will 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 serves on the boards of the Georgia Underwriting Association, Georgia Insurers Insolvency Pool and the Georgia Association of Property and Casualty Insurance Companies. 

Willis lives in Warner Robins where he is a member of Southside Pleasant Hill Church. He is the proud father of sons Coleman and Brooks.