MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

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Sheboygan, WI (9/15/20) — Acuity’s President and CEO Ben Salzmann has been named by Glassdoor as one of the Highest Rated CEOs During the COVID-19 Crisis. Salzmann is ranked #8 among all U.S. CEOs of large organizations (over 1,000 employees) and is the top-ranked insurance CEO in the nation.

Glassdoor analyzed employee reviews to identify CEOs who have earned high praise from their employees in terms of their leadership during the COVID-19 crisis. According to Glassdoor, “It’s during difficult times that a leader really shows his or her true colors. This year in particular, CEOs have had to make a range of difficult decisions given the impact of the COVID-19 crisis. It’s clear that some employees have felt supported and taken care of throughout the past few months as their employers have tried their best to prioritize the health and safety of their workforce, while also doing what’s right for the business they lead.”

“It is vital during these trying times that employees know they will be supported and they are valued,” said Bob Willis, Chairman of Acuity’s Board of Directors. “When Ben says ‘We love you’ to our people, it’s not just words—he means it and his actions show it.”

“I’m deeply honored and humbled by this recognition, particularly because it comes directly from the comments of people who I am proud to call colleagues,” said Salzmann. “Most important, this is not an individual honor—Acuity’s response to the COVID-19 crisis is a testament to the work our staff has done to be prepared for the unexpected and to the commitment to everyone’s well-being that we all share.”

Common trends among the Highest Rated CEOs During COVID-19 include prioritizing work-life balance, taking care of employees’ overall well-being, offering flexible and/or remote working policies, establishing strong health benefits and maintaining frequent, clear communication.

On Glassdoor, current and former employees voluntarily and anonymously share insights and opinions about their work environments by sharing a company review, designed to capture a genuine and authentic inside look at what a specific job may be like at a particular company.

West Bend, WI (9/30/20) — WEST BEND, WI (September 30, 2020) – West Bend Mutual Insurance Company, along with independent insurance agents who represent the company, key business partners, friends, and associates, recently raised $1,150,000 for the MACC Fund, Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer.

Donations were raised at a September 22 event hosted by the company. This is the eighth time West Bend Mutual Insurance has hosted this biennial event which, to date, has generated more than $3.7 million for the MACC Fund.

West Bend Mutual Insurance President and CEO Kevin Steiner has spearheaded the event for the past 12 years. “’WOW’ is the best way to describe what happened on Tuesday, September 22,” Kevin said. “We had a perfect weather day that set the stage for a record-breaking event. Our goal was to raise $1 million for the MACC Fund and the fight against childhood cancer. Because of the incredible generosity of our agents, business partners, associates, and friends, we exceeded our goal and donated $1,150,000 to the MACC Fund. This is an unbelievable accomplishment! Thanks to everyone who made this possible.”

“As children throughout the Midwest fight cancer and related blood disorders, it’s generous supporters like West Bend and their equally generous agents, business partners, and associates who help bring hope to these kids and their families,” said MACC Fund President and CEO Becky Pinter. “Since its inception just 44 years ago, the MACC Fund has contributed more than 70 million dollars to cancer research and has helped increase the five-year survival rate for all types of childhood cancer from 20% in 1976 to more than 80% today. We are forever grateful to the entire team at West Bend and to their generous friends for rallying together for kids with cancer and blood disorders.”

“The MACC Fund is very special to West Bend,” Steiner continued. “Throughout the past 14 years, our event has grown unbelievably. The money we raise helps doctors, nurses, researchers, and many others find treatments that are more tolerable and safer for children with cancer and blood disorders. And it helps them in their search for a cure. Very little of all money raised for cancer research goes to pediatric cancer research. The MACC Fund is vital because it focuses only on the children. “I’m so proud of this event for many reasons, but mostly because it gives kids with cancer and their families hope.”

The MACC Fund is a charitable organization founded in 1976 by Jon McGlocklin, former Milwaukee Buck’s player, and former Buck’s announcer Eddie Doucette to support pediatric cancer and related blood disorder research in Wisconsin. Since its inception, the MACC Fund has contributed more than $70 million to this cause. This MACC Fund-supported research in Wisconsin impacts the treatment and cure for children throughout the state, the nation, and the world.

Charitable Trust and the Independent Agents’ Fund. Grants were made to organizations that include Feeding America, the Red Cross of Southeast Wisconsin, the United Performing Arts Fund, and the American Heart Association.

Neenah, WI (10/13/20) — SECURA Insurance donated $23,250 to Feeding America food banks in Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, and Wisconsin as part of a campaign with their Farm-Ag agents.

All new Farm-Ag accounts written from July 1, 2020 through Sept. 30, 2020 equaled a donation, which totaled $23,250.

“Food banks need our support now more than ever,” said Tim Heyroth, SECURA Vice President and Chief Sales Officer. “Working with our agency partners, we were able to make a donation that will help bring meals to those in need in our communities.” Feeding America is a network of 200 food banks across the country that works to provide meals to more than 40 million people each year.

SECURA Insurance is headquartered in Neenah, Wis. More than 550 independent insurance agencies in 12 states represent the company, which provides a broad range of competitive commercial, personal, farm, nonprofit, and special events products. It is known for providing exceptional service to its agents and policyholders since 1900, and is rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best for its excellent ability to meet policyholder obligations. The carrier also is a Ward’s Top 50 company for outstanding results in financial performance and consistency over a five-year period, and it is certified Great Place to Work. Visit secura.net to learn more.

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