Arlington/Roe

Arlington/Roe Names Andy Roe President & Chief Operating Officer and Patrick Roe Executive Vice President, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Andy Roe has been promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer and Patrick Roe has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Indiana-based Arlington/Roe, a managing general agency and wholesale insurance broker. Jim Roe continues as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3MMOwhj

Congratulations to Jack Lenahan, who has been promoted to Commercial Property Associate Broker! Jack joined Arlington/Roe in 2022 as a commercial assistant broker and was promoted to Commercial Property Associate Broker in 2024. He formerly worked in sales at Spot Pet Insurance. Prior to that, he had two internships in the medical field while in college. Jack earned a Bachelor of Arts in Media from Indiana University and obtained his Property & Casualty license in 2021. His favorite aspect of his career in the insurance industry is problem-solving and being able to protect individuals through his work. "Jack has played a crucial role in our remarkable property and inland marine growth. His flexibility and team-oriented approach have also made a significant impact on our success and our numbers," said Jennie Carr, Vice President, Commercial Brokerage. Please join us in extending your heartfelt congratulations to Jack for this well-deserved promotion! #GrowWithRoe

Our Commercial Lines Binding department can help you place insurance for a wide variety of commercial industries. With binding authority and experience, we are competitive in meeting the needs of your clients. Give us a call and let us help you find the right solutions. See a list of some of our target classes: https://bit.ly/3XuCcad

Happy Boss' Day! Thank you to everyone on Arlington/Roe's leadership team that continues to be a driving force to the company's success. Here's to continued prosperity under your guidance. Is your boss the bomb? Let us know in the comments below!

Arlington/Roe associates, Rachel Friday, PLCS , Lisa Clink , Cindy Larson and Aimi Kunesh, had the pleasure to attend the First Annual LeadHERship Summit hosted by the Big I of MN in Minneapolis. The event was a resounding success, selling out the venue with over 100 attendees coming together from all across the state. Attendees had the opportunity to learn from one another and various speakers as they made meaningful connections with those in the industry. Rachel represented Arlington/Roe as a panelist for the LeadHERship Summit panel. This energizing LeadHERship Summit brought to light the unique experiences and qualities women have that make them assets in this industry. We want to express our gratitude to the Big I MN for organizing such a fantastic event and giving us the opportunity to help women in the industry connect and empower one another!

#NewHireAlert🚨 Please welcome Michelle Walker to the Professional Liability team! She is a Professional Lines Brokerage Assistant. She initially worked for the company as an associate broker in 2021 and decided to leave to pursue a position with an excess surplus lines’ carrier as a commercial lines’ assistant underwriter. Prior to joining Arlington/Roe, Michelle held positions in sales and underwriting for State Farm, Nationwide, Westfield Specialty and Philadelphia Insurance. She began her insurance career in 1996 at Grange Insurance for the First Notice of Loss Rejoining call center. Michelle’s favorite aspect of her chosen career includes the continuous opportunity to learn and be intellectually challenged. She also enjoys the complex and nuanced atmosphere of working with talented professionals and offering in-depth industry knowledge to business sectors. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys taking walks with her dog, spending time with her granddaughter and hanging out with her friends and family. #GrowWithRoe

#NewHireAlert 🚨Please welcome Debbie Craig to the Commercial Binding team! She is a Commercial Binding Senior Underwriter. She initially worked for Arlington/Roe as a commercial lines underwriter in 2018 and retired in 2021, but she has since decided to come out of retirement part-time. Her background in insurance includes both company and MGA experience in commercial underwriting. In addition, Debbie has earned the AINS and AIS designations. Her favorite aspect of a career in insurance includes building relationships between agents and problem-solving. She also enjoys the challenge of the E&S business. When she’s not working, Debbie likes to spend time with her husband, Tim, and their children and grandchildren. She also enjoys boating, fishing, late night bonfires with her family, and spending winters at her Florida condo. #GrowWithRoe

As privacy laws continue to evolve across the country, it’s essential for businesses to stay informed about their obligations. States such as Iowa, Indiana, and Colorado have enacted comprehensive data privacy laws that require companies to be proactive about protecting consumer data. Here’s what you need to know about these laws, how they could affect your business, and how to stay protected. https://bit.ly/3ZLN7iw

#NewHireAlert 🚨 Please welcome Sam Watts to the Professional Liability team! He joined Arlington/Roe as a Professional Liability Senior Broker. Prior to joining Arlington/Roe, Sam worked as the director of operations for the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) Agency in Indianapolis for six years. During his time at NAMIC, he also served as a senior customer service representative and customer service team leader. Additionally, Sam has experience working with a variety of small commercial and personal lines clients at Hylant Insurance. He began his insurance career in 2006 at State Farm as an intern. He then worked at the Jim Metzler State Farm Agency as a multiple line sales and service representative. Sam graduated from Ball State University and holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in marketing and minor in psychology. Sam holds both a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) and Management Liability Insurance Specialist (MLIS) designation. Sam's favorite aspect of his chosen career is meeting agent producers and establishing working relationships. He is also fascinated by learning about emerging risks and expanding his insurance product knowledge. He enjoys finding new solutions for various risks and being a trusted advisor to meet policy placement needs that emerge as a result of the changing world. Sam is involved with the Big I of Indiana and was honored to serve as its Young Agents/Emerging Leaders Committee chair from 2017 to 2018. He is also a member of the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS) and volunteers at the Boys and Girls Club in Noblesville. In his spare time, Sam enjoys spending time with his family, going to parks, swimming, golfing, bike riding and helping coach his son's baseball team. #GrowWithRoe

#NewHireAlert 🚨Please welcome Katie Garner to the Marketing team! Katie joined Arlington/Roe in 2024 as a Communications Assistant. Prior to joining Arlington/Roe, Katie worked at Color Me Mine in Carmel as the assistant manager where she was responsible for creating marketing displays, making custom-designed pieces for customers and training new hires. Katie graduated with Highest Distinction from Indiana University Kokomo (IUK) with a major in marketing and a minor in psychology. While obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Business degree, Katie endured a consistent 4.0 GPA throughout her entire academic career. Katie was also inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society as well as the Psi Chi International Psychology Honors Society and was selected as Indiana University Kokomo's 2024 Outstanding Marketing Student. During her time at IUK, Katie broadened her academic horizons by studying abroad in Denmark and Sweden, focusing on business sustainability and ecological economics. Katie is motivated by her passion for continuous learning and growth. She thrives in ever-changing business landscapes and remains committed to a customer-centric mindset. Katie also seeks dynamic relationships that encourage experimentation and creativity as well as collaborative environments that provoke personal development. Outside of work, Katie has a wide range of interests. She often enjoys going to concerts, playing bass guitar, being an aunt to her nephew, painting and hanging out with friends. #GrowWithRoe