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March 2026 Agent Newsletter
As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we’re dedicating this latest issue of Donegal’s Agent Newsletter to the talented women who are making vital, innovative…
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Celebrating Women In Insurance Month
During Women in Insurance Month, we’re proud to recognize the talented women who help drive our organization forward every day at Donegal Insurance Group.
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Donegal® Announces Guidewire Cloud Migration and GenAI Initiatives to Further Modernize Core Insurance Systems
The next phase of Donegal’s ongoing technology transformation initiative will include the migration of its Guidewire claims, billing, and policy administration systems to...
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This Valentine’s Day, Protect What You Love
Protect What You Love with Donegal Insurance Group. Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show your love and appreciation to those who matter most.
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A Conversation with Sanjay Pandey, Donegal’s Chief Information Officer
As Donegal nears the finish line of Project Nautilus, we’re reflecting back on the significant success of our teams’ accomplishments, and how it’s laying the groundwork...
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Donegal® Announces Key Marketing Promotion, Retirement
Donegal® has announced the promotion of Josh Mussmon to Vice President of Marketing Operations. Mussmon succeeds Bill Anderson, who will retire from Donegal in January.
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Donegal® Recognized Among RISE’s Elite 50 Internships for 2025
Published annually, the RISE Elite 50 Internships list recognizes internship programs in the insurance industry that go above and beyond to develop talent, provide...
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Donegal® Honored as Industry Leader in Data & Analytics
Bestowed annually, Datos Insights’ annual Impact Awards program recognizes innovations leading the industry and pioneering new and disruptive financial services products...
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Underwriter Spotlight – Kay Dyches
A Harford County, Md. native, with her Bachelors in Exercise Science from the University of Delaware, Kay joined the Donegal team six years ago, and continues to be a valued...
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Across the industry, business continuity and resilience is an ever-evolving and increasingly important function. More than ever before, businesses are seeking out ways to...
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Donegal’s Michele Christensen and Natasha Romero Named Among 2025 Central PA Women of Influence
Christensen and Romero were honored in June at Central Penn Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence event in Harrisburg.
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In April, Donegal unveiled the next generation of Commercial Lines leadership, and a new operational structure for the department moving forward.
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Underwriting Spotlight – Anthony Howard
Meet Anthony Howard, a Production Underwriter in Commercial Lines who has been on the Mountain States team back in 2021.
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Mountain States’ Hunter Graham honored as New Mexico Company Rep of the Year
Hunter Graham, Business Relationship Manager, has been named Company Rep of the Year by The Independent Insurance Agents of New Mexico.
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Donegal’s Krista Root Honored Among Central PA’s Forty Under 40
Krista Root, Commercial Lines Regional Product Manager, has been named to Central Penn Business Journal’s 2024 Forty Under 40 list of emerging leaders.
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Donegal® Honored as Personal Lines Carrier of the Year by The Insurance Alliance Network
Donegal Insurance Group® is pleased to be the recipient of the prestigious Personal Lines Carrier of the Year Award, recently announced by The Insurance Alliance Network...
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Donegal® Announces Latest Officer Promotion
Caleb Landis promoted to Assistant Vice President of Commercial Lines Systems Development.
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Underwriting Spotlight – Emmy Savage
Meet Emmy Savage, a Senior Underwriter in Personal Lines who has been on the Donegal team since 2001.
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Claims Spotlight – Noel Doutrich
Meet Noel Doutrich, a Claim Representative based in Donegal’s Marietta, PA Home Office!
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Donegal® Announces New Leadership in 12 Key States
Donegal® announced two new Regional Vice Presidents to leading marketing efforts in 12 key states spread across the Mid-Atlantic, New England, and the Southeast.
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Donegal® Launches New Commercial Lines Service Center
Demetrios Axarlis will lead a team of four account managers in the new Commercial Lines Service Center.
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Donegal® Names Two to Posts of Chief Operating Officer, SVP of Field Operations & National Accounts
Dan DeLamater has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer; Noland Deas will succeed DeLamater as Senior Vice President of Field Operations &...
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A Conversation with Chad Wallaesa, Assistant Vice President of Loss Control
Discover the pivotal role played by Chad Wallaesa, Assistant Vice President of Loss Control, and how he is shaping the future of Donegal’s Loss Control as a resource to...
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A Conversation with Donegal’s Chief Analytics Officer
Earlier this summer, we announced that Central Penn Business Journal selected our own Kristi Altshuler as a 2023 Women of Influence. Learn more about her role as Chief...
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Donegal’s Kristi Altshuler Named One of Central PA’s Women of Influence
Congratulations to Donegal’s Senior VP and Chief Analytics Officer, Kristi Altshuler, recognized as one of Central PA’s Women of Influence. Learn more about her...
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Davis Retires as SVP of Mountain States Insurance Group
In January, Davis retired for the third and final time, capping off a 45-year career, including the last 12 years at the helm of Mountain States Insurance Group.
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Employee Spotlight – Vanessa Long
In this employee spotlight, Donegal® celebrates Vanessa Long, our Operations Supervisor based in Donegal’s Marietta, Pa. Home Office.
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Employee Spotlight – Courtney Hartman
In this employee spotlight, Donegal® celebrates Courtney Hartman, a Property Claims Representative in Donegal’s Marietta, Pa. Home Office.
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Introducing Donegal’s First-Ever Claims Trainee Class!
Donegal® recently graduated its first class of Claims Trainees! Learn more about the program in this conversation with Claims Training Manager Michele Christensen.
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Employee Spotlight – Karen Miller
In this employee spotlight, Donegal® celebrates Karen Miller, our Licensing Manager based in Donegal’s Marietta, Pa. Home Office.
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A Conversation with Our New Head of Personal Lines
Dave Sponic took the helm as Head of Personal Lines in July. Learn more about his vision for the future in this conversation.
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Employee Spotlight – “Donegal Dale” Shedd
In this employee spotlight, we celebrate “Donegal Dale” Shedd, a Casualty Claim Representative and the heart of our Athens, GA office.
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Donegal Taps Dave Sponic to Lead Personal Lines Division
Sponic succeeds longtime SVP of Personal Lines Jeff Jacobsen, who will transition into an advisory role leading up to his retirement in early 2023.
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Donegal’s Christina Hoffman One of Central Pennsylvania’s 2022 “Women of Influence”
Awarded annually to high-achieving women for their career accomplishments, CPBJ’s Women of Influence honor recognizes professional experience, community involvement,...
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Bradley Hire Further Builds Out Donegal’s Commercial Lines Leadership
Ryan Bradley to play a key role in establishing underwriting guidelines and processes in the Commercial Lines department, focusing on operational quality and efficiency.
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Donegal Mutual Names Jack Hess to Lead Board of Directors
Hess steps into the seat left vacant by the recent death of former longtime Donegal Mutual President & CEO Donald H. Nikolaus.
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Inflation & Insurance: A Conversation with Donegal’s Chief Underwriting Officer
Inflation is spiking at levels we haven’t seen in decades – and for some, even in our lifetime. What does it mean for the Insurance industry? Donegal’s Chief...
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Employee Spotlight – Dianne Huls
In this employee spotlight, Donegal celebrates Dianne Huls, who recently marked her 50th Anniversary with the Company!
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Employee Spotlight – Keith Eisenhart
In this employee spotlight, Donegal celebrates Keith Eisenhart, an Assistant Vice President of Claims based in our Marietta, PA Home Office.
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Donegal Announces Partnership with Invest to Bring Insurance Education to Pennsylvania
Donegal will team up with Alexandria, Va.-based Invest to promote and enhance insurance education and industry training to Central Pennsylvania, with future plans to expand...
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Donegal Partners with Big I Best Practices Agencies
Donegal Insurance Group proudly celebrates the Class of 2021 The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America Best Practices Agencies!
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Employee Spotlight – George Ripley
In this employee spotlight, Donegal® celebrates George Ripley, the Special Investigations Unit Manager based in our Marietta, PA Home Office.
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Ermil Adamson, Michigan Insurance Company President, to Retire in January
Michigan Insurance Company President Ermil Adamson will retire in January, capping a 46-year career in the insurance industry.
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Donegal’s Tony Finnegan Honored as Rising Insurance Star Executive
Bestowed annually, the RISE Awards honor Rising Insurance Star Executives under the age of 40, or with less than 10 years of experience in the insurance industry.
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Employee Spotlight – Kevin Kauffman
In this month’s employee spotlight, Donegal celebrates Kevin Kauffman, a Programmer Analyst based in our Marietta, PA Home Office.
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Celebrating Donegal’s $10 Million Agencies: Pratt Insurance
In today’s digital age, Pratt Insurance prides itself on retaining an old-fashioned level of client care. Learn how this close-knit culture has fueled their growth as one...
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Celebrating Donegal’s $10 Million Agencies: Vizance, Inc.
For Wisconsin’s Vizance, Inc., the path to success reads like the play-by-play from a football game. Learn how a pair of best friends and former high school football...
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Employee Spotlight – Stacey Callahan
Donegal Insurance Group celebrates Stacey Callahan, a Claims Team Lead for our Virginia/North Carolina Region.
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Paperless Billing Now Available!
We are pleased to announce that our policyholders now have a paperless billing option! Policyholders can receive email notifications about new billing documents as soon as...
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Employee Spotlight – Scott Jacob
Donegal Insurance Group celebrates Scott Jacob, a Wisconsin-based Business Relationship Manager in our Midwest Region!
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Meet Julie Leschke: Donegal Jefferson Award Winner
Whether it’s a colleague in need or a mission trip with her church, learn how Julie Leschke throws her all into planning for the benefit of others.
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Donegal Announces First-Ever Jefferson Award Recipients
Donegal is proud to honor our first-ever Jefferson Award winners, who are making a difference in their communities each and every day.
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Employee Spotlight – Brasseur
Donegal Insurance Group and Michigan Insurance Company would like to celebrate Samantha Brasseur, a Commercial Lines Underwriter in our Michigan office!
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Employee Spotlight – Neifert
Donegal Insurance Group would like to celebrate one of our SIU Investigators, Angela Neifert, for delivering Best-In-Class Service!
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Donegal Remains Committed to Community Outreach
Amid the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Donegal continues to be there when it matters most by increasing community outreach efforts.
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Support the Red Cross During COVID-19
The American Red Cross is struggling to continue its lifesaving mission of providing more than 40 percent of the nation’s blood supply.
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Donegal’s Response to COVID-19
The well-being of our agents, policyholders and employees is Donegal’s top priority as we continue to monitor the developing Coronavirus pandemic impact.
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Employee Spotlight – Mothersbaugh
Donegal Insurance Group would like to celebrate our commercial lines underwriter, Cameron Mothersbaugh, for delivering Best-In-Class Service!
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Employee Spotlight – Albright
Donegal Insurance Group would like to celebrate Kyle Albright for delivering Best-In-Class Service!
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Employee Spotlight – Freeman
Donegal Insurance Group would like to celebrate our employee, Forrest Freeman, for delivering Best-In-Class Service!
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Employee Spotlight – Schindel
Donegal Insurance Group would like to celebrate our claims employee, Megan Schindel, for delivering Best-In-Class Service!
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