Amy Sims

Amy Sims is a managing editor for Bankrate. Amy leads a team responsible for creating educational insurance content that helps people find the right information for their insurance needs. She has held multiple roles in the insurance field, starting as a licensed agent and, later, leading compliance strategies in the insurance space. Now, she spends her time supporting readers on their insurance journey by helping them make informed decisions.

Amy has over a decade of insurance experience, primarily in the personal lines field, focusing on auto, homeowners, renters, umbrella and flood insurance. She has worked with many insurance companies to write policies in nearly every state and, therefore, has a vast understanding of insurance coverage options and state requirements.

When she is not working, Amy enjoys spending time with her family, playing with her dogs, reading and traveling.

Amy earned her bachelor’s degree in communication with a concentration in social interaction from the University of Texas at San Antonio. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in organizational leadership.