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Inaugural Will Cook Memorial Scholarship Recipient Named

Sam McMillan, a 2023 graduate of Iroquois West High School was very active as Captain the basketball and football teams, participating in a variety of organizations including the Spanish Club, National Honor Society, Lutheran Youth Organization, Mentor Program, Raider Rowdies, and the FFA. He has volunteered for the American Red Cross Blood Drive, Toys for Tots, Community Work Days, Meals on Wheels, and more. Sam will be attending Illinois State University this fall to study Insurance/Risk Management. He plans to graduate and return to his family’s insurance agency with the hopes of running it someday. Sam hopes to continue the legacy of involvement and plans to give back to the industry which has already given so much to his family. Congratulations Sam McMillan!

Pekin Life Insurance Company Holds Annual Meeting

Pekin Life Insurance Company held its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.

The Company reported net loss of $4.7 million, for the year ending December 31, 2022. Premium income increased by 0.7 percent to $199 million. Life Insurance in force exceeded $21.1 billion at year-end 2022.

At the meeting, shareholders elected directors Anthony S. Burkhart, Vincennes, Illinois; Brian K. Lee, Pekin, Illinois; Sheri N. Roser, Enfield, Illinois, to three-year terms, to expire in May 2026.

Other directors whose terms continue are: Craig W. Concklin, Hinsdale, Illinois; Daniel V. Connell, Tremont, Illinois; Brian R. Dennison, Morton, Illinois; James W. Hefti, Peoria, Illinois; John S. Heller, East Peoria, Illinois; and Thomas C. Hornstein, Marco Island, Florida.

Pekin Insurance officers elected to Pekin Life Insurance Company included: Daniel V. Connell, Chairman of the Board, President & Chief Executive Officer; Craig W. Concklin, Vice Chairman of the Board; Jocelyn A. Duncan, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer; Ryan J. Hanson, Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer; Joel M. Jackson, Senior Vice President; Tyler Petersen, Senior Vice President – General Counsel & Secretary; Gregory C. Bee, Vice President - Chief Risk Officer; Cynthia D. Blackburn, Vice President – Human Resources; Amy M. Darling, Vice President - Life Claims; Eric M. Shane, Vice President - Life Underwriting; Phillip L. Evans, Vice President – Administrative Services; David M. Coughlin, Vice President - Sales and Marketing; Amy L. Bingham, Vice President - Chief Information Officer; and Michele E. Ginther, Controller.

Pekin Life Insurance Company is an integral part of the Pekin Insurance® group of companies.

Pekin Life Insurance Company stock trades under the symbol “PKIN” and is listed on the OTC Pink Marketplace. A multi-line company, Pekin Life Insurance Company offers individual life which includes term life, whole life, universal life, as well as Medicare supplement, annuity, and pre-need coverages.

Other products offered by the Pekin Insurance group include personal automobile, homeowners, motorcycle, recreational vehicle, boatowners, personal umbrella, commercial automobile, businessowners, commercial property and liability, workers compensation, commercial umbrella and bonds.

Information about Pekin Life Insurance Company can be obtained by visiting www.pekininsurance.com.

Pekin Life Insurance Company’s Pathway® Division - 30th Anniversary Milestone

Pekin Life Insurance Company’s Pathway® division celebrated its 30th anniversary on June 1, 2023. Formed in 1993, Pekin Life Insurance Company’s Pathway® division is dedicated to helping clients and their families discover the benefits of pre-need funeral insurance through their network of over five hundred funeral home agents throughout the United States.

Over the past 30 years, Pekin Life Insurance Company’s Pathway division has established itself as a trusted partner to clients interested in pre-arranging and pre-paying for their funerals. They have delivered innovative product solutions, information, and exceptional service. The company’s success is a testament to its employees’ hard work and dedication, who have helped it evolve and adapt to the market’s ever-changing needs.

To mark the occasion, Pekin Life Insurance Company’s Pathway division is launching a series of initiatives and events to celebrate its 30th anniversary. These initiatives will include a special anniversary icon and a series of employee and client appreciation events.

Pekin Life Insurance Company’s Pathway division is an insurance industry leader in pre-arrangement coverage, licensed in twelve states and actively writing business in ten states, with their home office in Pekin, Illinois. For more information, visit www.pekininsurance.com/personal/life/ funeral-preplanning.

West Bend Mutual Insurance Company Leader in Top Workplaces

West Bend Mutual Insurance Company was announced as the first-place winner in the large company category for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Top Workplaces in Southeast Wisconsin. It is the twelfth consecutive year in which West Bend has placed in the top four among a prestigious list of 160 companies named to the 2023 Top Workplaces list.

Rankings are based entirely on employee feedback. Top Workplace companies are measured on company leadership, career opportunities, workplace flexibility, compensation, benefits, and the impact company policies have on innovation and morale. This announcement follows recent recognition as the sixth-place winner for Top Workplace in the USA. Also, West Bend’s Madison location received Dane County’s Top Workplace award for the third consecutive year.

At the same ceremony, Kevin Steiner, CEO of West Bend, was honored with a special Leadership Award as the result of the top workplace survey. Leadership award recipients were chosen based on scores from employee responses to a survey statement: “I have confidence in the leader of this company.” According to one statement, Steiner “leads the organization by example and places high value on relationships, excellence, integrity, and responsibility.”

“Our vision remains to be the company of choice for our associates, agency partners, and policyholders,” stated President Rob Jacques. “This award is evidence that we are succeeding at creating a positive and motivating environment.”

“The recognition we receive as a top workplace is significant,” says Kevin Steiner. “It helps us attract and retain talented individuals who want to be part of our company. Congratulations to our more than 1,500 associates who work daily to make West Bend a special place.”

Rockford Mutual Announces Employee Highlights

Rockford Mutual Insurance Company recently made several announcements.

Barb Ridley, Customer Service Specialist, celebrates 41 years with Rockford Mutual on June 28, 2023.

Nichole Dickerson was promoted to Assistant Manager –Commercial Lines Underwriting effective May 02, 2023. In her new role, Nichole is responsible for reinforcing the success of the Commercial Underwriting Department at Rockford Mutual.

Jamie Keltner, Commercial Underwriter, recently earned her Associate in Insurance (AINS) Designation from The Institutes.

Ethan Lane, Assistant Claims Manager, joined Rockford Mutual on May 15, 2023.

Zachary Dugger, Quality Assurance Analyst, joined Rockford Mutual on May 23, 2023.

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