WORCESTER, Mass., June 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Hanover Insurance Group today announced that it has named John Casper regional president of its emerging western region, effective immediately. Based in Denver, Colo., he will lead the company's efforts to expand its footprint in the western part of the country.
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"We have established strong momentum that has created increasing demand for our franchise outside of our current geographic footprint and we believe the western region represents a tremendous opportunity to grow," said John C. Roche, vice president, field operations, marketing and distribution.
"John's extensive experience in underwriting, sales and distribution, coupled with his knowledge of the region, will enable us to offer great value to select winning agents in the west who are looking for a strong company partner in the commercial lines space."
Casper brings more than 20 years experience to The Hanover, having worked with leading carriers and a large broker in the west over the course of his career. Most recently, he was president and chief operating officer for Van Gilder Insurance Corp. in Denver, responsible for all insurance operations.
Prior to joining Van Gilder in 2007, John served in sales and underwriting leadership roles at St. Paul Travelers and USF&G. Among other roles at St. Paul Travelers, John served as regional president of the west region from 1998 to 2007.
"We are very excited to have John join our team," said Roche. "His experience and his commitment to helping winning agents be even more successful will be of great benefit to our company and to our independent agents as we expand in the west."
About The Hanover
The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG), based in Worcester, Mass., is the holding company for a group of insurers that includes The Hanover Insurance Company, also based in Worcester; Citizens Insurance Company of America, headquartered in Howell, Mich., and their affiliates. The Hanover offers a wide range of property and casualty products and services to individuals, families and businesses through an extensive network of independent agents, and has been meeting its obligations to its agent partners and their customers for more than 150 years. Taken as a group, The Hanover ranks among the top 40 property and casualty insurers in the United States.
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