Holmes Murphy & Associates® Announces Promotion of Laure Guisinger
DES MOINES, Iowa, June 23, 2008 — Sr. Vice President Laure Guisinger has been named division leader of the property casualty and surety operations for the Des Moines office of Holmes Murphy & Associates. Previously, Guisinger was responsible for Holmes Murphy’s risk management department.
Guisinger has an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the insurance industry, from developing and managing property casualty programs to leading loss prevention and claims management solutions. In every area, she has earned a reputation for leveraging the marketplace and negotiating the best value in customized coverage for clients.
“With over a quarter of century of know-how and up-to-the-minute expertise, Guisinger’s leadership assures Holmes Murphy’s clients of exceptional service and the greatest support from their property casualty insurance,” said Jim Swift, CEO of Holmes Murphy & Associates.
In Guisinger’s new role she succeeds Kip Augspurger. Augspurger will continue to serve on Holmes Murphy’s board of directors as well as serve customers and mentor young producers. He will also direct the effort of Holmes Murphy’s professional advisory board.
“Guisinger’s experience as a leader in risk management gives her a unique perspective to anticipate the needs of clients and become an extension of their staff. Her integrity and respect is an example of how Holmes Murphy earns long-term customer loyalty,” said Kip Augspurger, Sr. Vice President of Holmes Murphy & Associates.
About Holmes Murphy
Founded in 1932, Holmes Murphy & Associates, an independent insurance brokerage, is ranked 24 among America’s top 100 brokers. Holmes Murphy has offices in Des Moines, Davenport and Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Denver, Colo.; Dallas, Texas; Kansas City, Kan.; Omaha, Neb.; St. Louis, Mo.; Madison, Wis.; Peoria, Ill.; Oklahoma City, Okla.; Scottsdale, Ariz.; and Sioux Falls, S.D. Holmes Murphy serves business and industry leaders throughout the Midwest and across the nation in the areas of property and casualty insurance, employee benefits, captive insurance, risk management, loss control and financial services.