Deandre Mathis

Deandre Mathis served in the U.S. Navy. He earned a high school diploma from Frederick Douglass High School. Mathis earned a bachelor's degree in accounting and a master's degree in taxation from Georgia State University. His career experience includes working as an insurance agency owner.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

DeAndre Mathis is a U.S. Navy veteran, seasoned insurance professional, entrepreneur, and public servant with over 21 years of experience in the insurance industry. He is the only candidate in the race with direct, hands-on insurance industry experience.

A proud “Grady baby,” graduate of Frederick Douglass High School, and product of Atlanta Public Schools, he went on to earn his degree from Georgia State University, including a Master’s in Taxation.

DeAndre has built his career as an entrepreneur and advocate for Georgia families fighting for fairness, protecting consumers, and holding powerful institutions accountable. His service in the U.S. Navy and decades of industry experience shaped his discipline, leadership, and commitment to public service.

He is also a father and proud grandfather, further grounding his commitment to building a safer, more equitable future for Georgia families.

With deep community roots and unmatched insurance experience, he is running for Insurance Commissioner to ensure every Georgian has access to fair, affordable, and transparent coverage.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

1. End Insurance Redlining and Unfair Rating Practices

DeAndre Mathis will stop insurance redlining and work to eliminate the use of credit scores and zip codes to unfairly determine insurance rates, ensuring fairness for all Georgians.2. Put Policyholders First

He will hold insurance companies accountable so that policyholders—not corporations—come first, with transparency, fairness, and consumer protection at the center of every decision.3. End Bad Faith Insurance Practices

DeAndre will crack down on bad faith insurance practices that delay, deny, or underpay legitimate claims, ensuring families get the coverage they pay for when they need it most.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

DeAndre Mathis is most passionate about insurance reform and consumer protection. With over 21 years of experience in the insurance industry, he is focused on ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in how insurance companies operate in Georgia.

He is committed to ending discriminatory practices such as insurance redlining and the use of credit scores and ZIP codes to determine rates, which unfairly burden working families and underserved communities.

DeAndre is also passionate about holding insurance companies accountable for bad faith practices, ensuring that policyholders are treated fairly and receive the benefits they are entitled to without unnecessary delay or denial.

At the core of his work is a commitment to putting peo