Senn Dunn Corpening

Senn Dunn



Al Adams Principal. Al Adams is a real man of character, and not just because he is a character. His winning smile can be recognized from New England, the Midwest to the South. Originally from Maine, Al received his MBA from Indiana University. He started his insurance career at a large mutual insurance company and ended up owning his own agency in Evansville after working for an independent agency in Indianapolis. Known throughout the radio airwaves in Evansville as the insurance expert, Al made his company a marketing success, which made it attractive to regional banks. Al sold his business and bought Corpening Insurance Center in High Point, which merged with Senn Dunn in 2004. Active in the community, Al is past president of the Rotary Club of High Point and serves on the board of the High Point Museum. At home, Al loves spending time with his four grandchildren.
(336) 878-7810 | aladams@senndunn.com

Mike Francois Vice President. Mike can make anyone laugh. His winning personality and underwriting experience with the Cincinnati Insurance Company makes him a powerful one-two punch. The newest addition to Senn Dunn Corpening, Mike enjoys speaking with local folks at the Rotary Club and learning more about the rich history of High Point. A graduate of Marshall University, he advises clients in the manufacturing, contracting and service industries. Mike spends his time away from the office with his wife, Kathy and 1-year old son, Griffin and chipping out of sand bunkers. Mike is proud to call High Point, NC home.
(336) 878-7808 | mfrancois@senndunn.com


Michael S. Smith CLU, CPA, CLTC
Mike holds degrees from Auburn University in Engineering and Accounting. Formerly a CPA with an international accounting firm and chief financial officer of a large corporation, he gained experience from the ‘other side of the table’ which has added value to his client service since 1986. Mike specializes in employee benefit design and product procurement for fully insured and partially self funded plans for medium to large companies.
(336) 878-7812 | msmith@senndunn.com


Dick Dickens CIC, Commercial Account Executive. This easy-going High Point native is a gourmet by nature. Dick enjoys the finer things in life and he feels right at home preparing elaborate dishes with fresh ingredients from the garden. After he finished his studies at Davidson College and a combat tour in Vietnam, Dick went to work for his family’s insurance company, founded in 1949. Dick excels at being a commercial insurance generalist and helps large construction firms and manufacturers. His clients appreciate his thoroughness and industry experience. You can often find Dick shopping for art, reading or taking what he calls, “citywalks.”
(336) 878-7820 | ddickens@senndunn.com

Kendra Biddle CPCU, CIC, Commercial Account Executive. Accounting Manager. Whoever said that music is good for the soul, must have been talking about Kendra Biddle. Kendra’s organized and detailed nature keeps Senn Dunn Corpening running in perfect time like a metronome. With a music degree and a strong passion for helping others, this commercial insurance professional specializes in managing the risk for non-profit organizations. Kendra serves as an elder at her church and as past president of the High Point Junior League and Carolina Adoption Services. If there is anything that Kendra loves more than playing music, it’s playing with her beautiful 7-year old daughter, Kristen.
(336) 878-7822 | kbiddle@senndunn.com


Vicki Pruitt Personal Lines Manager. Vicki knows personal insurance like the back of her hand. She has been working in personal lines for over 30 years. Vicki’s compassion for individuals and families makes her a natural in providing personal umbrella protection, as well as homeowner’s and auto insurance. When she’s not managing the personal lines department, her heart is at home with her husband and two grown children. Vicki can often be found bird watching, creating needlepoint crafts and watching her favorite sports teams.
(336) 878-7828 | vpruitt@senndunn.com


Sanders Dallas Commercial Account Executive. With a name like Sanders Dallas, you know he has to be memorable, and he is. Slightly resembling the bulldog paperweight on his desk, Sanders is fiercely loyal to his clients, putting their needs above all else. This graduate of Davidson understands what business owners need, and before coming to Senn Dunn Corpening, he owned his own insurance agency. Sanders holds his MBA from Columbia University and is active with the High Point Rotary and the High Point Chamber of Commerce’s transportation committee. He enjoys playing golf and traveling with his wife and three grown children.
(336) 878-7830 | sdallas@senndunn.com

Chris Kirk, MBA, Commercial Account Executive.  Chris graduated from High Point University with a degree in Chemistry and also holds an MBA from Wake Forest University.  Prior to joining Senn Dunn, he worked as a chemist and in chemical sales for a manufacturer in High Point.  Chris specializes in insurance for manufacturing companies.  He lives in Kernersville with his wife Kerrie and they spend their free time road cycling throughout the Piedmont area.
(336) 878-7839 | ckirk@senndunn.com