Harford Bank Chairman, John Karas, Passes Baton to Henry Holloway
Harford Bank Chairman, John Karas, Passes Baton to Henry Holloway Aberdeen, MD – John Karas announced his retirement from Harford Bank’s Board of Directors after serving at the helm of the community bank for more than 23 years. The announcement was made at the most recent meeting of shareholders. Bel Air business owner and member of the board, Henry Holloway will assume the role at the next meeting of Harford Bank’s Board of Directors. Only the second chairman since Harford Bank’s founding in 1964,
Harford County Public Library Hosts Turf Writer Jennifer S. Kelly at Meet the Author Event in Havre de Grace June 7
Harford County Public Library welcomes author Jennifer S. Kelly to the Havre de Grace Library on June 7 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to discuss and sign her new book, “The Foxes of Belair: Gallant Fox, Omaha, & the Quest for the Triple Crown." Published by University Press of Kentucky, Kelly’s new book focuses on the Belair Stud, founded by Governor Samuel Ogle in Prince George’s County in 1747 and eventually purchased by the Woodward Family of New York in the late 1800s. Two horses owned by the Woodwards’ Belair
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Harford Mutual Insurance Group Announces Board Changes Following Annual Meeting
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group today announced changes to its Board of Directors. The changes were approved at the Annual Meeting of the Policyholders and are effective May 19, 2023. Donald Fry, Harford Mutual Board member since 2005, has been elected Chair of the Board of Directors. Fry is the former president & CEO of the Greater Baltimore Committee (GBC), a regional business advocacy group. He joined the GBC in 1999 and became president & CEO in 2002. Fry retired from the GBC in 2022. Fry
UM Upper Chesapeake Health Holds Compress & Shock and Stop the Bleed Trainings June 3
In recognition of CPR and AED Awareness Week, University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) will hold a Compress & Shock Training on Saturday, June 3, at the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health Brass Mill Conference Center, 1369 Brass Mill Road, Suite M, in Belcamp. Three training sessions, at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., will be offered. The training is being held in conjunction with the Compress & Shock Foundation, a nonprofit that works to bring free and equitable access to CPR and
10th Annual Amanda Hichkad CCA Celebration Walk Goes Virtual, Raises $110,000 and Counting
With a forecast of steady and consistent rain, the 10th Annual Amanda Hichkad CCA Celebration Walk went virtual on May 13 and raised $110,000 (and counting!) for Cancer LifeNet. This annual event, held in good weather along the perimeter of the turf fields at The John Carroll School in Bel Air, brings the community together to honor, celebrate and remember loved ones, friends and neighbors who are impacted by cancer. Organizers decided to turn the outdoor event into a virtual one to ensure the safety
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Names Jeffery Bischoff Assistant Vice President of Information Technolog
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group announced today that Jeffery Bischoff has been named Assistant Vice President of Information Technology. In his new role, Bischoff will oversee the Information Technology (IT) department and will be responsible for developing and leading the company's information technology strategy to enable Harford Mutual's vision to be the regional insurance carrier of choice. Bischoff brings more than 25 years of IT experience to his position. Most recently, he held the
Harford County Public Library Announces Amber Shrodes as Director of Philanthropy and Community Engagement
Harford County Public Library is pleased to announce Amber Shrodes has joined the organization as director of philanthropy and community engagement. In her new role, Shrodes is responsible for cultivating strategic partnerships; implementing fundraising and development strategies to support programs, services and capital initiatives; providing advocacy and support for the Library’s Foundation Board; and promoting awareness of the Library’s vast collection of resources and services. “Amber Shrodes is an
APGFCU® Announces Results of Board of Directors Election and Scholarship Winners at 2023 Annual Meeting
EDGEWOOD, Md., May 4, 2023 – APG Federal Credit Union (APGFCU) welcomed over 150 member-owners and guests to its 85th annual meeting on Thursday, April 20, 2023.Chair Paul Eikenberg remarked on the credit union’s successes in 2022 and goals for the year ahead. In addition, he recognized the service and contributions of long-time board members John A. Blomquist and Antha W. Edwards. Blomquist has been a dedicated credit union volunteer for 30 years, most recently serving in an appointed position as chair
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Wins 2022 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards
Bel Air, Md. - Harford Mutual Insurance Group announced today that it has earned 2022 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence recognition for Leadership, Innovation, Compensation & Benefits, Work-Life Flexibility, and Purpose & Values. Issued by Energage, the research company with more than 16 years of experience surveying over 27 million employees at 70,000 organizations, Top Workplaces awards are based solely on employee feedback.Top Workplaces Culture Excellence awards celebrate organizations that excel in
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Releases 2022 Annual Statement
Bel Air, Md. - Harford Mutual Insurance Group has announced the release of its 2022 Annual Statement. The statement highlights the year’s accomplishments, strategic initiatives, and continuing commitment to our policyholders, agency partners, employees, and community partners. The Annual Statement details the company’s financial strength. New business, direct written premium, and revenue growth exceeded plan. Harford Mutual Insurance Group (HMIG) was named to Best’s Review of Top 200 U.S.
Harford County Public Library Hosts Special Guests and Presenters in April and May
Harford County Public Library is hosting several special guests and presenters during April and May. Topics range from financial literacy, Black Gospel Music, mental health awareness, genealogy, tea, horse racing, Harford’s 250th anniversary and more. The programs are open to the public and free of charge. Advanced registration is requested for the Black Gospel Music Experience and Tea-ology events. “We are so pleased to provide our customers with programs on a wide variety of topics in April and
Bel Air Library Closes on April 5 for Major Repairs
Harford County Public Library has announced that the Bel Air Library will close on Wednesday, April 5, for approximately 10 weeks for major repairs, including the replacement of both elevators. The Passport Acceptance Facility will be temporarily relocated to the Abingdon Library location and will accept appointments beginning April 5. Customers are invited to visit any of HCPL’s 10 other branch locations and take advantage of the 24/7 resources available at HCPLonline.org. “We appreciate the
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Employees Honored at Annual Awards Event
Bel Air, Md. - Harford Mutual Insurance Group recently celebrated the accomplishments of more than 50 employees at our 2022 Professional Development Awards event, held at Maryland Golf and Country Clubs. Harford Mutual honored seven employees who received industry designations from The Institutes, the continuing education provider of the American Institute for Chartered Property Casualty Underwriters (AICPCU). As the leading provider of coursework for the insurance industry, earning a designation from The
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Announces Two Officer Promotions
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group announced the promotions of two officers. Wayne Gearhart has been promoted from Vice President of Claims to Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Bringing nearly 30 years of insurance industry experience to the new position, Gearhart joined Harford Mutual in 2019 as Assistant Vice President of Claims and was promoted to Vice President of Claims in 2021. In his new role, Gearhart will lead strategic initiatives and overall operations. He will also
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Announces Merger Plan with ClearPath Mutual
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group, a Ward’s 50® top performing commercial property and casualty insurance company headquartered in Maryland, announces its plan to merge into the Group, ClearPath Mutual Insurance Company, a monoline workers’ compensation carrier in Louisville, Kentucky. “We are constantly seeking opportunities that complement our strategic goals and provide our policyholders and independent agents with the products and services they need,” says Steve Linkous, President & CEO of
SMBs: Are You Ready for a Data Breach?
It doesn’t matter if you are a business of one or 100, all small and medium-sized businesses are the ideal target for cybercriminals. In fact, more than 60% of small to medium businesses (SMBs) were hit with some form of cyber attack. Just as alarming, 60% of these businesses went out of business within six months of a cyber catastrophe. So, the question remains: are you ready for a data breach? If not, today’s tips from the Hartford County Chamber of Commerce can help you prepare yourself for how
Finish 2022 Strong with These Small Business Tips
Without a doubt, the fourth quarter is a critical time for small businesses. This is when many businesses wrap up their operations for the year and start preparing for the next one. It's also a time when many businesses do their heaviest marketing in anticipation of the holiday shopping season. With so much to do, it's important to have a plan. That's why the Harford Chamber of Commerce has put together this list of things that all small businesses should do during the fourth quarter. By following
How to Make Money Online as a Mom in Harford County, Maryland
Being a mom is a full-time job. But what if you could make some extra money without having to sacrifice time with your kids? It might sound too good to be true, but there are actually plenty of ways for moms to make money online. Money-Making Ideas for Moms There are a number of ways that moms can make money online. One popular option is to start a blog. Blogging can be a great way to share your thoughts and experiences with others, and, as Shout Me Loud notes, it can also be a lucrative way to earn
Where Art and Science Meet
WHERE ART AND SCIENCE MEET The Aegis & The Record December 2, 2022 by Tony Roberts Joanne Presbury of Bel Air is a three-year amputee. After Presbury, 62, lost her leg to diabetes, her physical therapist referred her to Real Life Prosthetics for a replacement, she said. Presbury lost all but one of her toes on her right foot, and lost her left leg up to her knee. She not only found a place that got her to walk like she never lost a leg, but a company that cared about what she wants, she said. "They
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Eric Rebbert Joins Peak Partners as SVP PIKESVILLE, Maryland – Veteran C-suite executive Eric T. Rebbert has joined Peak Partners as Senior Vice President for growth and strategy. “I am very excited to welcome Eric to the Peak Partners team,” said Jill Reamer, Principal and President of Peak Partners. “As an established executive with over 30 years of business and C-level management and leadership experience, Eric has the skills and proven ability to deliver results, making him the perfect person to
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Appoints New Board Member
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group announced Sandra Rich has been appointed to its Board of Directors. Rich has over 30 years of experience in C-Suite leadership, complex mergers and acquisitions, real estate and investment transactions, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and corporate legal. She is the former Senior Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer at Nationwide Insurance and Nationwide Financial, retiring in 2021. Rich previously held roles at international law firm Squire,
Harford Mutual Insurance Group’s Steven D. Linkous named one of Maryland’s Most Admired CEOs
Bel Air, Md. - Harford Mutual Insurance Group is proud to announce President & CEO Steven D. Linkous has been named one of Maryland’s 2022 Most Admired CEOs by The Daily Record. This is the second time he has received this honor. The Most Admired CEOs list honors talented business CEOs, higher education leaders and nonprofit executive directors throughout Maryland whose leadership and vision are admired by those around them. A panel of judges selects these winners based on professional accomplishments,
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Promotes New Directors
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group has announced the promotions of Christopher (C.J.) D’Alessio, CPCU, ARM, AINS to Director of Underwriting, and Steve Zickefoose, AIC, SCLA to Director of Claims. D’Alessio joined Harford Mutual in 2012 as a Commercial Lines Assistant Underwriter. He was promoted to Underwriter in 2014 and became a Field Underwriting Specialist focusing on Large Accounts in 2015. In 2018, he was named Underwriting Manager of the Middle Market and Large Account Units. D’Alessio
5 Ways to Tackle Your Anxiety Around Entrepreneurship
You’re not feeling fulfilled at your 9-to-5 job, and you’re wondering if you should take a risk and start working for yourself instead. But even if you know your industry inside and out, and you’ve always wanted more independence in your professional life, you might be nervous about all of the challenges that come with entrepreneurship. These tips can help you dodge problems that new entrepreneurs commonly face. Work Out a Business Plan You might feel apprehensive about committing to entrepreneurship
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Named to Two Top Industry Lists
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group has been named to Insurance Journal’s 2022 Super Regional Property/Casualty Insurer™ list and to Best’s Review of Top 200 U.S. Property/Casualty Writers 2022 Edition. Harford Mutual ranked No. 90 on Insurance Journal’s 2022 Super Regional Property/Casualty Insurer™ list. Companies were evaluated based on objective qualifying criteria, including direct written premium, policyholders surplus, and net premium written. This is the 12th consecutive year Harford
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Named a Finalist in U.S. Insurance Awards
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group has been selected as a finalist in Business Insurance’s 2022 U.S. Insurance Awards for the category of Community Outreach Project of the Year (Donations). The Business Insurance U.S. Insurance Awards honor teams of professionals working on specific projects in the commercial insurance and risk management industry. This is the fifth year for the awards program and the first time Harford Mutual has been named a finalist. Harford Mutual was nominated for its HMIG
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Named to Ward’s 50 ® List of Top-Performing Insurance Companies for Second Consecutive Year
Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group has been named to the prestigious Ward’s 50 ® list of top-performing property-casualty insurance companies for the second consecutive year. The company was recognized for outstanding financial results in the areas of safety, consistency, and performance over the past five years, from 2017 - 2021. “This is the second year in a row and only the second time in our 180-year history of receiving this honor, achieving results outperforming nearly 3,000 other P&C
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Maintains A.M. Best “A” (Excellent) Rating
Bel Air, Md. - A.M. Best publicly announced the affirmation of Harford Mutual Insurance Group’s financial Strength Rating (FSR) of “A” (Excellent) with a Stable outlook and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) “a” (Excellent) with a Stable outlook. “Our excellent results, operations, business profile, enterprise risk management, and strategic accomplishments have led to this result,” said Steven D. Linkous, President & CEO of Harford Mutual Insurance Group. Metrics cited include capital
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Employees Honored at Annual Service Awards Breakfast
Bel Air, Md. - Harford Mutual Insurance Group recently recognized 20 employees celebrating milestone anniversaries and 180 combined years of service at the annual Service Awards Breakfast. Employees with service anniversaries starting at five years and in increments of five years afterward were honored for their contributions. Maureen Arnold, Production Underwriter, topped the list of honorees, receiving an award for 30 years of service at the company. Matthew Stachowiak was honored for 25 years of
Tips For Entrepreneurs Who've Experienced Financial Setbacks
Starting over in the world of business after facing financial setbacks can seem like an impossible task, but it’s not. Achieving success as an entrepreneur is about learning from your mistakes and returning stronger. There are plenty of entrepreneurs who’ve gone through similar challenges to yours and became massively successful. Below are some tips to help you do just that.Learning From Your Mistakes If you’ve experienced financial setbacks in business, learn from them. Ask yourself what went wrong and
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Announces Elections of Two Board Members
Bel Air, Md. - The policyholders of Harford Mutual Insurance Group elected Jillian Froment and Teresa McTague to the Board of Directors at the annual policyholder meeting held in May 2022. Froment and McTague were appointed to the Board in mid-2021. Froment will serve on the Board’s Audit and Governance Committees. She is a seasoned insurance regulator with extensive experience in both the private and public sectors, including the last 10 years at the Ohio Department of Insurance, where she served as
Caty Hartley Graduates from Towson University Professional Leadership Program for Women
Towson, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group is proud to announce that IT Project Manager Caty Hartley has graduated from the Towson University Professional Leadership Program for Women, a professional development program dedicated to increasing the capacity for leadership and influence for women leaders in Greater Baltimore. Hartley graduated on May 17, 2022, and was a member of the seventh cohort of the leadership program. “The Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute Professional Leadership Program for
Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care
Kiddie Academy of North Bel Air is offering curriculum driven Full day in-person Kindergarten Program as well as FULL DAY School-Age Program with Before & After Care for Age 5-12 years! Call 410-684-3131 or Email at northbelair@kiddieacademy.net and learn more about it. Healthy breakfast, hot lunches, and snacks are provided including milk, fruits and vegetables!!!
