Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group (HMIG) is proud to recognize Steven D. Linkous on his 20th anniversary as President and Chief Executive Officer.
Linkous became President and CEO on October 16, 2006, becoming only the 10th president to lead Harford Mutual since its founding in 1842. His 20-year tenure makes him the third-longest-serving president in the company’s nearly 185-year-old history, following John Carroll Walsh, who served for 29 years, and Richard Dallam, who served for 45 Bel Air, Md. – Jeffrey S. Rink, Executive Vice President of Harford Mutual Insurance Group, has joined the Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation Board, further expanding his commitment to serving the Harford County community.
With more than 35 years of insurance industry experience, Rink joined Harford Mutual in 2009 and has served as Executive Vice President since 2021. During his tenure, he has helped guide the company’s strategic growth and community engagement efforts.
Rink has previously served on The Bel Air, Md. – Harford Mutual Insurance Group (HMIG) has earned national recognition for its corporate social responsibility, employee communications, and recruitment marketing efforts, receiving honors from both Ragan Communications and the Insurance Marketing & Communications Association (IMCA).
HMIG has been named a finalist for Ragan Communications' 2026 CSR Awards. Harford Mutual is one of six finalists in the Employee Engagement Campaign category for its #HMIGgivesback Employee Engagement Campaign, Bel Air, Md. - Harford Mutual Insurance Group (HMIG) is proud to announce it donated nearly $600,000 to more than 90 nonprofit and charitable organizations throughout 2025.
Through its HMIG Gives Back Program, Harford Mutual’s direct contributions supported initiatives focused on health and human services, as well as community enrichment. This commitment to philanthropy reflects Harford Mutual’s continuous efforts to positively impact the communities it serves.
The largest contributions were presented to Bel Air, Md. - Harford Mutual Insurance Group (HMIG) is proud to announce a number of distinguished awards, accolades, and recognitions received in 2025.
Harford Mutual received honors in 2025 for its innovative internal video series, “News in 90”, which delivers key company updates to employees in a concise and engaging format. The company earned a Gold Showcase Award from the Insurance Marketing & Communications Association (IMCA) in the “Other Employee Communication/Publication” category. HMIG was also
Steven D. Linkous Marks 20 Years as President and CEO of Harford Mutual Insurance Group
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Executive Vice President Jeff Rink Joins Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation Board
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Named Ragan CSR Awards Finalist, Earns Two IMCA Awards
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Donates Nearly $600,000 to Nonprofit and Charitable Organizations in 2025
Harford Mutual Insurance Group Secures Top Honors for Communication, Culture, and Leadership
