Farmers Union Agency, Inc. Recognized with Community Service Award

Farmers Union Agency Community Service Award(ST. PAUL, MN) – Farmers Union Agency, Inc. of St. Paul, Minnesota has earned the Community Service Award from insurance carrier MutualAid eXchange (“MAX”).  The MAX Community Service Award recognizes Farmers Union Agency’s significant contributions to the community through its staff’s and Agents’ time, actions, and dedication.

Josh Vickerman is President of the Agency.  In December 2019, they participated in the MAX Agent Community Grant Program, where they chose two different non-profit organizations to be recipients:  Farmers’ Legal Action Group (FLAG) and Second Harvest Heartland.

“At Farmers Union Agency we try to fulfill the same values of fairness, faith and social responsibility that MAX believes in, whether it’s at work or volunteering in the community,” Vickerman said.

Farmers Union Agency is an independent insurance agency representing MAX Insurance® in St. Paul and throughout Minnesota.  MAX Insurance®, based in Overland Park, Kansas, is a unique fair, faithful and socially responsible insurance enterprise.  Founded on religious principles, the company’s mission is to restore wholeness to communities and individuals in need.  It lives out its mission through a variety of quality, fairly-priced insurance products, outstanding personalized customer service, and its unique Mutual Aid Ministries program.

“MAX is a company built on faith, strong values and service to others.  That’s the kind of Independent Agents we look for and we’re proud to recognize Farmers Union Agency for being among the best of these,” said David Wine, President and Chief Executive Officer of MAX.

Farmers Union Agency is located at 305 Roselawn Avenue E, St. Paul, MN 55117.  Phone: 651-639-1064. Email josh@mnfuia.com.  Website www.mnfuia.com.

MAX Insurance® is headquartered at 4400 College Boulevard, Suite 250, Overland Park, KS 66211.  Phone:  877-971-6300.  To learn more about MAX, visit www.maxinsurance.com.

Photo: John Wearda, MAX Regional Sales Manager presenting the award to Josh Vickerman, President and General Manager of Farmers Union Insurance Agency

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Fidelity Agency recognized with Community Service Award from MAX Insurance®

(PLATTE, SD) – Fidelity Agency of Platte, South Dakota has earned the Community Service Award from insurance carrier MutualAid eXchange (“MAX”).  The MAX Community Service Award recognizes Fidelity Agency’s significant contributions to their community through their time, actions, and dedication.

Elizabeth Nepodal, an agent at Fidelity Agency, participated in the MAX Agent Community Grant Program, where she chose Bright Beginnings Learning Center to be a recipient. Fidelity Agency has supported Bright Beginnings Learning Center for several years through donations of snacks, beef, toys, and volunteer time.  A $2,000 grant was given to purchase an improved educational curriculum for the preschool, toddlers, and tiny tots age groups.

“At Fidelity Agency we try to fulfill the same values of fairness, faith, and social responsibility that MAX believes in, whether it’s at work or volunteering in the community,” Nepodal said.

Fidelity Agency is an independent insurance agency representing MAX Insurance® in Platte and surrounding areas.  MAX Insurance®, based in Overland Park, Kansas, is a unique fair, faithful and socially responsible insurance enterprise.  Founded on religious principles, the company’s mission is to restore wholeness to communities and individuals in need.  It lives out its mission through a variety of quality, fairly-priced insurance products, outstanding personalized customer service and its unique Mutual Aid Ministries program.

“MAX is a company built on faith, strong values and service to others.  That’s the kind of independent agents we look for and we’re proud to recognize Fidelity Agency for being among the best of these,” said David Wine, President and Chief Executive Officer of MAX.

Fidelity Agency is located at 501 Main Street, Platte, SD 57369.  Phone: 605-337-3352. Email elizabethnepodal@ffb-sd.com.  Website www.ffb-sd.com/insurance.

MAX Insurance® is headquartered at 4400 College Boulevard, Suite 250, Overland Park, KS 66211.  Phone:  877-971-6300.  To learn more about MAX, visit www.maxinsurance.com.

Photo: John Wearda, MAX Regional Sales Manager presenting award to Elizabeth Nepodal, Agent at Fidelity Agency

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Norris Insurance Agency Recognized with Community Service Award from MAX Insurance®

(AMBOY, IN) – Norris Insurance Agency of Amboy, Indiana has earned the Community Service Award from insurance carrier MutualAid eXchange (“MAX”).  The MAX Community Service Award recognizes Norris Insurance Agency’s significant contributions to their community through their time, actions, and dedication.

Chris Norris heads the agency.  In fall 2019, he and his team participated in the MAX Agent Community Grant Program, where they chose two different organizations to be recipients:  Amboy Friends Church and Swayzee Volunteer Fire Department.

“At Norris Insurance Agency we try to fulfill the same values of fairness, faith, and social responsibility that MAX believes in, whether it’s at work or volunteering in the community,” Norris said.

Norris Insurance Agency is an independent insurance agency representing MAX Insurance® in Amboy and 13 other central Indiana locations.  MAX Insurance®, based in Overland Park, Kansas, is a unique fair, faithful and socially responsible insurance enterprise.  Founded on religious principles, the company’s mission is to restore wholeness to communities and individuals in need.  It lives out its mission through a variety of quality, fairly-priced insurance products, outstanding personalized customer service, and its unique Mutual Aid Ministries program.

“MAX is a company built on faith, strong values and service to others.  That’s the kind of independent agents we look for and we’re proud to recognize Norris Insurance Agency for being among the best of these,” said David Wine, President and Chief Executive Officer of MAX.

Norris Insurance Agency is located at 111 N. Main Street, Amboy, IN 46911.  Phone: 765-395-7761. Email cjnorris@norrisinsurance.com.  Website www.norrisinsurance.com.

MAX Insurance® is headquartered at 4400 College Boulevard, Suite 250, Overland Park, KS 66211.  Phone:  877-971-6300.  To learn more about MAX, visit www.maxinsurance.com.

Photo: Amy Akemon, Agent; Chris Norris, Owner; and Sherry Fite, Agent at Norris Insurance

MAX Featured Agent: Sharon Strader at FarmPLUS Insurance Agency in Blairs, Virginia

Sharon Strader at FarmPLUS Insurance Agency with Deana Richardson, Sales Manager at MAX, presenting a check to Laurel Grove Volunteer Fire & Rescue

We value our MAX Agency Partners and this month we would like to introduce you to one of them – Sharon Strader at FarmPLUS Insurance Agency in Blairs, Virginia.  Deana Richardson, our Regional Sales Manager, asked Sharon some questions about her agency and why they choose MAX for many of their clients.  Check it out:

Q: What do you like about MAX and what do you feel sets MAX apart from your other competitors?

A: I love that MAX gives back to the community through their Mutual Aid Ministries (“MAM”) program including volunteer organizations like fire departments, to churches and also individual families. MAX has good products and competitive rates, as well as, great customer service. Anytime I have a question I can always reach my sales representative or someone in customer service. Although I have never had to file a claim, I anticipate the experience will be as great as the service I have always received.

Q: Why would you choose MAX over your competitor?

A: It’s pretty simple: MAX is a company that truly stands behind their customers, strives to offer competitive products and I love what they stand for.

Q: In what ways does your agency support your community?

A: Several of our agents are volunteers in our community and they, as well as, the agency,  make contributions to community organization such as the cancer society, volunteer fire department and other organizations.

Q: What do you feel are the advantages of an Independent Agent vs. Exclusive Agent?

A: An independent agency has the ability to offer several options based on the needs of each customer. They also have the capability of quoting their policy with 10-12 different companies, so the customer is guaranteed to get the best rate. An independent agent vs. a direct marketing company has huge benefits as well. In addition to the options and best rates, you will always be able to speak face to face with an agent….an independent agent is like family, they are always there when you need them.