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Forrest Sherer Insurance acquires

Jeff Reynolds Insurance Services, Inc.

Release:  May 2006

( Terre Haute , Indiana ) Forrest Sherer Insurance, a leading provider of insurance, financial services, and risk management to the Wabash Valley and surrounding areas, announced that it has purchased the assets of Jeff Reynolds Insurance Services, Inc. as of April 1, 2006 .

 As a result of this acquisition, Forrest Sherer Insurance will increase its Personal Lines market share in the Wabash Valley. “This is a great opportunity for both Forrest Sherer Insurance and Jeff Reynolds ,” said John Dinkel, President and Chief Executive Officer of Forrest Sherer, Inc., “as Jeff has joined our Personal Lines office staff and added his expertise to our knowledgeable staff, while adding his clients to our extensive client base.” With Forrest Sherer Insurance's access to over 20 Personal Lines companies, customers are provided the selection of multiple quotations and services, along with the expertise of their knowledgeable Personal Lines staff located at 1219 Ohio St .

 All of the current clients of Jeff Reynolds Insurance Services, Inc. have been transferred to Forrest Sherer Insurance. In consideration of Jeff's relationships with his clients, he will continue to service and maintain those accounts. This will allow Jeff to offer additional insurance lines, such as homeowners, to those clients. Anyone with questions may now reach Jeff Reynolds at (812) 232-6011 or stop by the Personal Lines Insurance Center at 1219 Ohio St. , Monday through Friday

8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 Forrest Sherer Insurance can also provide commercial insurance, life and health benefits, financial services, and loss prevention services with information and access on our website, www.forrestsherer.com .

 

Forrest Sherer Insurance promotes within.

Release:  May 2006

( Terre Haute , Indiana ) At the annual Forrest Sherer Insurance board meeting, three employees were approved for promotions. Forrest Sherer Insurance announced that Anita Alabaugh has been promoted to Assistant Vice President of Customer Service and Human Resources. Alabaugh has been with Forrest Sherer Insurance since 1984 and is our Commercial Lines Service Manager. She has received the Indiana Accredited Customer Service Representative (IACSR) designation and has attended Indiana Insurance Company's Agent Training Schools. Alabaugh is a graduate of the former Staunton High School in Staunton , Indiana , attended Indiana State University and then received an Associates Degree in Computer Programming from Ivy Tech State College. She is a member of the Insurance Professionals of the Wabash Valley and the Indiana Young Agents Committee, a graduate of Leadership of the Wabash Valley , a member of the Seelyville United Methodist Church and the Share Food Program. Her interests include her son's and daughter's sports and school activities.

Kathy Sprouls has been promoted to Assistant Vice President of Systems and Chief Information Officer. Sprouls joined Forrest Sherer Insurance in July of 1991 as a Personal Insurance Customer Service Representative. She became Systems Administrator in January of 1999. Sprouls attended Indiana State University and currently attends St. Mary of the Woods College . She enjoys reading, gardening, and spending time with her family.

Carol Koehler has been promoted to Assistant Treasurer. Koehler joined Forrest Sherer Insurance in 1980, and is the Accounting Manager. She has completed the Insurance Institute of America's Program in General Insurance INS 21, 22 and 23 courses. She is a graduate of the former Brazil High School in Brazil , Indiana and received her B.S. degree in Business Education from Indiana State University . Koehler enjoys spending time with her grandchildren.

 

Forrest Sherer Insurance earns President's Award from

Indiana Insurance Company

Release: October, 2005

 

( Terre Haute , Indiana ) - Forrest Sherer Insurance has earned the 2005 President's Award from Indiana Insurance Company.  The President's Award is given annually to agencies that have achieved superior performance goals and demonstrated outstanding professionalism and customer service, providing the foundation for mutual success.

  Forrest Sherer is a full-line insurance agency serving the Wabash Valley for more than 85 years. Forrest Sherer, Inc. is a member of First Financial Corporation.


Forrest Sherer Insurance promotes within the Agency

Release: August, 2005

( Terre Haute , Indiana ) - At the annual Forrest Sherer Insurance Board meeting, one employee was approved for promotions. Forrest Sherer Insurance has announced that Neil Marchese has been promoted from Assistant Vice President to Vice President.

 

  Marchese, a producer in commercial lines, has been with Forrest Sherer Insurance since 1989. He earned the Certified Insurance Counselor professional designation in 1992 and specializes in larger commercial risks that include construction, manufacturing, and the service industry.

  

 

  Forrest Sherer is a full-line insurance agency serving the Wabash Valley for more than 85 years. Forrest Sherer, Inc. is a member of First Financial Corporation.