About UFG

Trusted insurance solutions since 1946

UFG Insurance was founded on a belief that the insurance business is a people business — a principle that still anchors us today.


With a geographic presence from coast to coast, UFG is here for you with deep underwriting expertise and specialized capabilities to meet the evolving needs of business owners. Underpinning our commitment to customers is a dedication to service that exceeds expectations and an emphasis on personal relationships that can be hard to find in today’s fast-paced world.

We’re proud to provide insurance solutions from UFG headquarters in Iowa and office locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, New Jersey and Texas. Our products are available exclusively through a select group of approximately 1,000 independent insurance agents and brokers across the United States.

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Corporate responsibility

At UFG, our purpose is rooted in deeper responsibilities than ink reflects on paper. The promises we strive to keep in the business world parallel those we pledge to our communities, employees and environment.

DE&I

We aim to foster a culture of belonging, where everyone is welcome, respected and appreciated. That commitment is reinforced through a variety of DE&I initiatives.

UFG Foundation

The private foundation of UFG Insurance has put profits to work for a higher purpose since 1999, building upon our mission’s promise of community support.

Vision, mission, values

At our fundamental core is a vision that inspires us, a mission that motivates us and a strong set of values that defines us.

Go Beyond award

Each year, UFG proudly celebrates an employee and agency partner who goes above and beyond in community service.

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UFG announces new officer appointments

Released on: Mar 25, 2025, 10:00 AM
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — March 25, 2025 — UFG Insurance is pleased to announce seven new officer appointments, including vice presidents and assistant vice presidents.

“Today, I am proud to formally recognize the talent, commitment and drive of our newly appointed company officers,” said UFG President and CEO Kevin Leidwinger. “These individuals have a prominent role in carrying out our business strategies and accelerating our company forward. We thank them for their numerous contributions to UFG’s success.”

Vice presidents
These employees have been promoted to vice president: 
 
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   Brianne Cummins, Small Business Sales & Distribution
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   Kim Howard, Casualty Line of Business Leader
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   Margie Meier, Deputy General Counsel 

Man smiling.    Ryan White, Ceded Reinsurance


Assistant vice presidents
These employees have been promoted to assistant vice president: 
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   Jarod Ernst, Data Analytics
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   Mary Lou Hutson, Major Case Specialization Leader
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   PJ Painter, Corporate Counsel


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About UFG
Founded in 1946 as United Fire & Casualty Company, UFG, through its insurance company subsidiaries, is engaged in the business of writing property and casualty insurance. The company is licensed as a property and casualty insurer in 50 states and the District of Columbia, and is represented by approximately 1,000 independent agencies. A.M. Best Company assigns a rating of “A-” (Excellent) for members of the United Fire & Casualty Group. For more information about UFG, visit ufginsurance.com.

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