Florida Agency Team

Carlos has over twenty years of experience in title, commercial real estate, compliance, and insurance. He leads all sales and marketing activities for AmTrust Title’s Agency Division, as well as overseeing Florida operations. 

Carlos has previously advised a diverse set of clients—public, private, and international—on legal and business matters, including title insurance, real estate transactions, corporate finance, and strategic alliances. A Certified Family Business Specialist, he has guided family-owned enterprises, held management roles at private firms and Fortune 500 companies, and a not-for-profit’s board.

Drawing on his comprehensive experience, Carlos is dedicated to gaining a deep understanding of the specific needs and practices of his team and clients, which enables him to be a valuable asset and resource for those he serves.

Jim is National Underwriting Counsel, where he brings more than two decades of experience to support the closing experience. He oversees underwriting strategy, title-exam review and risk-mitigation in complex transaction environments, leveraging deep expertise in real estate practices, title insurance considerations and multi-state closings. 

Jim is recognized for his advocacy of best-practice underwriting and his collaborative approach to risk-management—ensuring that every closing is handled with precision, integrity and the highest standards of service. He is a Board Certified Real Estate Attorney by the Florida Bar, and he is active in ALTA and various state land title associations. 

Matthew Wood serves as Agency Manager for North Florida at AmTrust Title Insurance, supporting the company’s growing network of independent title agents across the region. With over 18 years of sales experience, including six in real estate, he brings strong market insight, and a practical understanding of what today’s agents need to succeed. Matthew holds a BBA in Professional Sales from Kennesaw State University and is a licensed real estate agent and member of the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors. He is also committed to community service, volunteering with charity ramp builds, BEAM Thrift in Jacksonville Beach, and local beach cleanups. His focus is on building collaborative relationships that help agents grow their business and deliver exceptional client experiences.