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David Marlett is a Professor and IIANC Distinguished Professor of Insurance in the Department of Finance, Banking and Insurance at Appalachian State University's Walker College of Business, where he serves as Managing Director of the Brantley Risk and Insurance Center. With over 25 years of academic experience including prior faculty positions at Illinois Wesleyan University and Old Dominion University, he remains actively engaged in campus leadership and industry collaboration.
His educational background includes:
- B.S. from Florida State University
- Ph.D. from Florida State University
Dr. Marlett's research and teaching concentrate on Risk Management and Insurance domains, particularly Personal Insurance and International Insurance Markets. His work extends beyond academia through national leadership roles focused on financial literacy, including board membership with the Invest program and chairing the CPCU Society's Loman Advisory Committee.
His professional recognitions include:
- Walker College of Business Service Award
- Inspiring International Leaders Award
- Multiple 'Most Memorable Professor' honors from graduating seniors
As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Marlett serves as long-term Faculty Advisor for Gamma Iota Sigma, leading student delegations to industry conferences while maintaining active committee service including over a decade on the University Athletics Council. His commitment to practical education bridges classroom theory with real-world insurance industry applications through the Brantley Center's initiatives.
The Brantley Risk and Insurance Center operates as a vital hub for insurance education, industry partnerships, and student professional development under Dr. Marlett's direction, connecting academic programs with practical risk management applications in the insurance sector.
