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May 19, 2025

System mainframe removed from data center
Over the last 10 years, we worked tirelessly to migrate all business operations from diverse legacy systems to modern platforms. Due to the complexity of legacy data migration and the commitment required, many companies are not able to see such a transformation through to completion. We’re proud ...
May 05, 2025

Encova Insurance announces Ramu Lingala as executive vice president and chief information officer
Encova Insurance is pleased to announce the recent hiring of Ramu Lingala as the successor to Tony Laska, executive vice president and chief information officer, who last year announced his plans for retirement at the end of 2025. Lingala joined Encova in February to learn the operations and culture, ...
April 28, 2025

2024 annual report now available
Our 2024 annual report is now available. Read "5 years as Encova Insurance" for highlights from the past year and our statement of operations. "As I think about the last year and the five years since becoming Encova, I could not be more proud of where we stand," President and CEO TJ Obrokta Jr. said. ...
Feb. 18, 2025

Encova Insurance appoints two new commercial lines leaders
Effective Feb. 9, Encova Insurance appointed Dawn Colavecchi (Klco) as commercial lines regional vice president, and Todd Becker as vice president, commercial underwriting office, Workers’ Compensation. Colavecchi will lead large accounts in the carrier’s Large Midwest region, which now includes ...
Nov. 19, 2024

Encova Insurance hires Kyle Harris as commercial lines regional vice president
Last month, Encova Insurance hired Kyle Harris as commercial lines regional vice president. Harris will lead small business in the carrier’s Small Atlantic region. The region was previously led by Shannon Carr, who will take over the Small Pennsylvania, West Virginia region following Hope Fallen’s ...
Oct. 09, 2024

Encova Insurance wins gold-level 2024 Ivans Spark Awards in commercial lines and personal lines
Encova Insurance is proud to be recognized as a gold-level 2024 Ivans Spark Awards winner in both commercial lines and personal lines. Recipients were recognized for sparking digital connectivity by using technology to support the growth of their agency partners across the policy lifecycle – from ...
Oct. 01, 2024

Encova Insurance recognized in rise's 2024 Elite 50 Internship publication
For the fifth year in a row, Encova Insurance’s internship program has been nationally recognized as a RISE Elite 50 Internship. In 2024, Encova hosted 32 interns from 14 different colleges and universities across four states, working in diverse departments from Human Resources to Underwriting. ...
July 23, 2024

Encova Insurance announces new senior vice president, small business, and vice president, package lines underwriting
Encova Insurance is excited to announce Michelle Shaver, MBA, CPCU, CIC, as senior vice president, small business, commercial lines, and Carrie Lowe, MBA, as vice president, package lines underwriting. Shaver now has accountability for Encova’s $300 million small business market segment. As senior ...
July 17, 2024

2024 Encova Insurance Scholar Athlete Awards winners revealed
We are pleased to share the winners of our 2024 Encova Insurance Scholar Athlete Awards! Central Ohio athletic directors were given the opportunity to nominate one senior student athlete participating in boys sports and one senior student athlete participating in girls sports. Congratulations to all ...
June 21, 2024

Follow Encova Insurance on Instagram
To keep Encova Insurance at the forefront of today’s insurance industry, we are excited to announce that we officially launched an Encova Instagram business account, @encovainsurance. We will utilize Instagram to strengthen our relationships with our agents, policyholders and the communities where ...
May 24, 2024

2023 annual report now available
Our 2023 annual report is now available. Read “A Strategic Foundation” for highlights from the year and our statement of operations. “We spent 2023 making strategic strides and laying a foundation for Encova Insurance to be more successful than ever before,” President and CEO ...
Nov. 09, 2023

Encova Insurance wins gold-level Ivans Spark Awards in commercial lines and personal lines
Encova Insurance is a gold-level 2023 Ivans Spark Awards winner in both commercial lines and personal lines for the second year in a row. In conjunction with Applied Net 2023, Ivans recognized companies that are sparking digital connectivity by using technology to support the growth of their agency partners ...
Sept. 07, 2023

Encova Insurance welcomes Katherine A. Mabe to board of directors
Encova Insurance welcomes Katherine Mabe to their board of directors, effective Aug. 15. Mabe brings decades of senior property and casualty insurance experience having served in leadership positions at Allstate, Nationwide and Economical Insurance of Canada. Most recently, she served as executive vice ...
May 23, 2023

Encova Life Insurance Company to be acquired by Pan-American Life Insurance Company
Encova Mutual Insurance Group (“Encova Insurance”) and Pan American Life Insurance Company (“PALIC”) announced today that Encova Life Insurance Company (“Encova Life”), an affiliate of Encova Mutual Insurance Group, will be acquired by and merged into PALIC. “We ...
May 05, 2023

2022 annual report now available
Our 2022 annual report is now available. Read “An A Rated Year” for highlights from the year and our statement of operations. “We have an incredible story to share, and I’m honored to lead this company on this journey,” President and CEO TJ Obrokta Jr. said. “After ...
April 03, 2023

COMMERCIAL LINES NOW LIVE IN GEORGIA, MARYLAND AND NORTH CAROLINA
We launched our commercial lines products in Georgia, Maryland and North Carolina on Saturday, April 1, and agents in these states can quote now. This expansion brings geographical alignment with our workers’ compensation footprint and will allow agents in these states to provide better solutions, ...
Feb. 01, 2023

ENCOVA INSURANCE PARTNERS WITH THE KANAWHA VALLEY FELLOWSHIP HOME
In September 2022, Encova associates participated in the United Way Day of Caring and partnered with the Kanawha Valley Fellowship Home in Charleston, W.Va. After painting the interior of the home, our associates were passionate about furthering efforts to give back to the organization, and last week, ...
Dec. 12, 2022

Encova Insurance welcomes Sharon Goodwine to board of directors
Encova Insurance welcomed Sharon Goodwine to their board of directors in November when she attended her first board meeting. The board voted on her election in August of this year. Goodwine is executive vice president and chief human resources officer for Synovus Bank and previously was head of enterprise ...
Dec. 05, 2022

Marchelle Moore named senior vice president, external affairs, chief diversity officer and president of the Encova Foundation of Ohio
Marchelle Moore has been named senior vice president, external affairs, chief diversity officer and president of the Encova Foundation of Ohio, effective today, Dec. 5. Moore previously served as the senior vice president, chief legal officer and corporate secretary of Encova Insurance. Encova has committed ...
Nov. 17, 2022

Congratulations to more than 30 Encova Insurance-licensed agencies who were named a Best Practices Agency
Congratulations to more than 30 Encova-licensed agencies who have been recognized in Reagan Consulting and Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America’s 2022 Best Practices Agencies list. Each agency participated in the Best Practices Study, where agency performance data is collected ...
Sept. 22, 2022

Encova Insurance recognized and top-rated in RISE’s 2022 Elite 50 Internship publication
For the third year in a row, Encova Insurance’s internship program has been listed as a RISE Elite 50 Internship. Not only did Encova make the list, but they were also top-rated in the Highly Rated Training category. Interns at Encova thrive in dynamic, results-driven teams where they work alongside ...
Sept. 16, 2022

Encova Insurance upgraded by AM Best to A (excellent) rating
Encova Mutual Insurance Group has been upgraded to an A (excellent) rating with a stable outlook by AM Best, a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry. “We view this upgrade as affirmation of the plan we put in place five years ...
Sept. 01, 2022

Encova Insurance wins gold-level Ivans Spark Awards in commercial lines and personal lines
Encova Insurance is a gold-level 2022 Ivans Spark Awards winner in both commercial lines and personal lines. We received the recognition for our use of technology to support the growth of our agency partners and the entire insurance industry. Out of more than 450 carriers, Encova is one of only nine ...
June 29, 2022

Encova Insurance wins Aite-Novarica Insurance Technology Impact Award
Yesterday, Encova Insurance was announced as a winner of the 2022 Aite-Novarica Insurance Technology Awards for their Personal Lines Transformation. With 65 technology project submissions, Encova was one of 12 winners, and one of three winners in the category of core systems: large property/casualty. “We ...
May 18, 2022

Encova Insurance internships move back to the office
After two years of virtual programs, Encova Insurance will host this year’s summer interns in their offices. Many interns have already started, and the remainder will start in late May and June. Though many companies were forced to cancel their internship programs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ...
Dec. 06, 2021

Encova Insurance receives IVANS Digital Insurer awards in commercial lines and personal lines
Encova Insurance is a recipient of the IVANS Gold Digital Insurer award in commercial lines and the IVANS Silver Digital Insurer award in personal lines. We received the recognition for our ability to provide connectivity and automate information exchange with our agency partners across the policy lifecycle ...
Nov. 04, 2021

Encova Insurance selected as a 2021 Guidewire Innovation Award winner
On Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021, Encova Insurance accepted the 2021 Guidewire Innovation Award. This is the second time Encova has received the award, following our previous acceptance in 2018 for our commercial lines solution, Motorists Insurance. This year’s award honors those who have demonstrated ...
July 13, 2021

ENCOVA INSURANCE WINS NETVU AUTOMATION EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR THIRD TIME
Encova was named one of NetVU’s 2021 Automation Excellence Award winners. The award recognizes insurance carriers that go above and beyond to make it easier for agencies to do business. This is the third time Encova was recognized with this award: We were also named winners in 2018 and 2016. & ...
July 09, 2021

SAFELY RETURNING TO THE WORKPLACE FROM COVID-19
As vaccination rates continue to increase in the U.S., many workplaces are returning employees to the office. In addition to following guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and your local mandates to prevent the spread of COVID-19, it's also important to prevent injuries ...
June 11, 2021

DAILY STRETCHING REDUCES FATIGUE AND INJURIES
Small changes can add up to a big difference – and this undoubtedly applies to stretching. By adding a few minutes of stretching to your daily routine, you could see a significant increase in flexibility and a significant decrease in fatigue. When combined with workplace ergonomic assessments (which ...
June 04, 2021

AVOID LAWN MOWING MISTAKES WITH THESE TIPS
With summer just around the corner, it’s important to review important safety procedures for warm-weather work, including lawn mowing. While operating a lawn mower may seem like an easy task, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) views lawn care as a work activity requiring employees ...
May 17, 2021

WHY SEAT BELT SAFETY IS CRITICAL
When it comes to reducing the chances of death or injury in an accident, there is nothing more effective than a seat belt. The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration reports that wearing a seat belt can reduce the risk of injury by 45%. During a crash, a seat belt restrains a passenger from ...
May 06, 2021

ENCOVA INSURANCE TO AGAIN OFFER VIRTUAL SUMMER INTERNSHIPS
Encova Insurance will again host virtual summer interns following the success of their first virtual internship program last year. Twenty-three interns will join Encova this summer; most start on May 10, 2021, with virtual training and onboarding. About 90% of Encova’s associates have been working ...
April 14, 2021

Lift safely to help prevent back injuries
Back injuries are the leading injury requiring days away from work each year. Poor lifting techniques and overexertion can lead to sprains, strains or tears, causing pain and discomfort. More severe injuries can cause disc displacement, which may lead to chronic or severe back pain. Injuries involving ...
April 06, 2021

Encova Insurance selects IVANS Distribution Platform to increase efficiency for agents
This week, IVANS Insurance Solutions announced that Encova selected IVANS Distribution Platform to market our commercial lines appetite directly in agencies’ daily workflows and to automate submissions data exchange with our agency partners. “Independent agents are our customers and core ...
April 05, 2021

ENCOVA MUTUAL INSURANCE GROUP, INC. ANNUAL MEETING
As an essential business, Encova Insurance is permitted to hold in-person meetings with proper social distancing. The Encova Mutual Insurance Group, Inc. annual meeting will take place at the Encova Building, 471 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215, on Monday, April 26, at 9 a.m. EDT. Attendees must social ...
March 29, 2021

New, single Customer Service phone number
Encova Insurance is committed to providing smart technology solutions to our customers, and as part of that commitment, we made technological advancements to improve our service experience. Effective today, we have replaced all current Customer Service phone numbers with one phone number for all of our ...
March 01, 2021

Motorists Life becomes Encova Life to complete brand unification
Motorists Life, Encova Insurance’s life insurance company, has been rebranded as Encova Life.The new name follows the 2019 rebrand that united Motorists Insurance Group and BrickStreet Insurance as Encova. “We are excited to become Encova Life,” Encova Life President Mike Agan said. ...
Feb. 12, 2021

Prevent frozen pipes and avoid a water damage claim
Water damage is a common risk. With low winter temperatures comes the possibility for frozen pipes and, if frozen pipes burst, policyholders may be stuck filing a water damage claim. These tips can help you avoid frozen pipes this winter. Keep the thermostat set to the same temperature during the day ...
Jan. 04, 2021

Mutual holding company formation now in effect
Effective Jan. 1, 2021, Encova Insurance reorganized its six affiliated mutual insurance companies, as well as its property and casualty stock companies owned by these mutuals, into a mutual insurance holding company structure. This does not change the coverage and service Encova provides its agents, ...
Nov. 16, 2020

Customer Service 2020 holiday schedule
Encova Insurance Customer Service will be closed the following days in observance of the upcoming holidays. Thank you for your cooperation. Thanksgiving: Customer Service will be unavailable beginning at 1:30 p.m. local time on Wednesday, Nov. 25. Should you need assistance, regular business hours will ...
Oct. 26, 2020

Encova Insurance releases cutting-edge personal lines products and technology to three states
Today, Encova Insurance released their transformative new personal lines products and technology to the third state, Ohio, following a successful launch in Indiana and West Virginia. By the end of November, all Encova personal lines agents in Ohio will have access to Encova’s state-of-the-art agent ...
Oct. 13, 2020

Encova Insurance encourages safe driving
Encova Insurance is proud to share our partnership with the West Virginia Department of Transportation’s Parkways Authority to create “Safe Phone Zones” on the WV Turnpike. The goal of the zones is to reduce distracted driving and encourage drivers to pull in to a safe location prior ...
Oct. 06, 2020

Encova Insurance awarded IVANS Digital Insurer Gold Award
Encova Insurance has been awarded the IVANS Digital Insurer Gold Award in Commercial Lines for thesecond year in a row. IVANS Gold Award winners receive recognition based on insurers’ ability to provide connectivity and automation information exchange with agency partners across policy lifecycles. Earlier ...
Sept. 10, 2020

Seven tips to prevent foggy glasses while wearing a mask
Wearing a mask has become critical in recent months to help stop the spread of COVID-19, and with any new protective gear, there are best practices for safety. Follow these tips for safe mask wearing. While slips, trips and falls can happen to anyone, wearing masks in public or at work with glasses, ...
Sept. 01, 2020

Encova Insurance vice president, internal audit and chief audit executive recognized as NACD directorship certified
Encova Insurance today announced that the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) recently recognized Vice President, Internal Audit and Chief Audit Executive Dr. Martin (Skip) John Langlois, Jr. as NACD Directorship CertifiedTM. NACD certified directors who earn NACD Directorship CertificationTM ...
Aug. 12, 2020

Special meetings for members will take place in person
As an essential business, Encova is permitted to hold in-person meetings with certain parameters including proper social distancing. The member special meetings for Motorists Mutual Insurance Company, BrickStreet Mutual Insurance Company, Motorists Commercial Mutual Insurance Company, Phenix Mutual Fire ...
July 27, 2020

Encova Insurance launches transformative, digital-first personal lines products and technology
Encova Insurance continues to put their mission into action by providing innovative solutions for their independent agents and policyholders. Available today to the first group of agents in Indiana, Encova launched a new suite of personal lines products that will be delivered through state-of-the-art ...
July 22, 2020

BrickStreet Insurance underwriting companies redomesticate to West Virginia
Encova Insurance has announced the redomestication of AlleghenyPoint Insurance and NorthStone Insurance to West Virginia from Pennsylvania. This action helps Encova Insurance simplify regulatory oversight by having BrickStreet Insurance, and all of its subsidiary underwriting companies, domiciled in ...
July 21, 2020

BRICKSTREET MUTUAL ANNUAL MEETING
As an essential business, Encova is permitted to hold in-person meetings with proper social distancing. The BrickStreet Mutual annual meeting will be held on-site at our Charleston office, 400 Quarrier St., Charleston, WV 25301, on July 27 at 8:30 a.m. EDT. Attendees must social distance and wear face ...
June 18, 2020

Mike Lucas named senior vice president and chief underwriting officer for commercial lines at Encova Insurance
Mike Lucas has been named senior vice president and chief underwriting officer for commercial lines at Encova Insurance, effective June 1, 2020. Lucas has experience with a large super-regional and a national carrier, and his background includes strong industry expertise, strategic planning, product ...
June 12, 2020

Encova Insurance appoints Mike Keller to board of directors
Encova Insurance has announced the appointment of Mike Keller to their board of directors, effective Aug. 18, 2020. Mike brings decades of executive leadership, technology and insurance expertise to their board based on his experience at Nationwide, Bank One and IBM. "Mike’s experience is unparalleled. ...
June 03, 2020

A message from our CEO
Encova’s mission statement was adopted over two years ago and reads as follows: “We expect excellence and integrity from each other and every individual contributes to our one company and the communities in which we live. Through diversity of thought and background comes innovative solutions.” As such, ...
May 05, 2020

Encova Insurance begins internship program with virtual solutions
Encova Insurance will move forward with its summer internship program in Columbus, Ohio, and Charleston, West Virginia. Twenty-two interns will join Encova; most start on May 11, 2020, with virtual training and onboarding. Currently, about 90% of Encova’s associates are working from home. At least to ...
April 30, 2020

2019 Annual report now available
Our 2019 annual report is now available. Read "Looking Back and Moving Forward" for highlights from the year and our statement of operations."As Encova Insurance, we are now a top 20 mutual insurance carrier with over $4 billion in assets," President and CEO TJ Obrokta Jr. said. "We remain committed ...
April 16, 2020

Five ways to protect your eyes
The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health reports approximately 2,000 workers suffer eye injuries that require medical attention every day. The result of a typical eye injury is two days off work on average, but many result in more than a week. Encova Insurance is happy to share information ...
April 13, 2020

COVID-19: Encova Insurance to issue policy credit for personal auto insurance
COLUMBUS, Ohio (April 13, 2020) – Encova Insurance has announced their plans to issue a 15% policy credit to more than 80,000 personal auto policyholders for the months of April and May. Data has continued to show that as fewer vehicles are on the road due to the suspension of nonessential travel, fewer ...
March 27, 2020

Encova offers Employment Matters Resource Center (EMRC)
Encova partners with Enquiron® to deliver a unique risk management solution to commercial policyholders that is designed to increase policyholder engagement and position our agents as their trusted advisor. At no additional cost, the solution provides access to human resources/employment law advice, ...
March 17, 2020

COVID-19 update
April 13, 2020 Encova Insurance to issue policy credit for personal auto insurance. Read more. March 23, 2020 Both Ohio and West Virginia have issued stay-at-home orders, also known as a shelter-in-place order. Other states have already implemented this type of order or will likely follow suite soon. Under ...
March 02, 2020

Encova Insurance recognizes customers’ safety accomplishments
Encova is committed to building safer workplaces, and we are proud to recognize policyholders who lead the way in workers’ compensation safety improvements. We recently honored 15 customers for their work in key safety areas during a three-year measured period. These recipients showed excellent improvement ...
Feb. 28, 2020

Receive discounted background checks with a Motorists Insurance policy
You understand the importance of promoting a safe work environment for your business. With background checks from IntelliCorp, you can get comprehensive and validated screening services to help minimize risk and determine the quality of your new hires. Through our discounted background check package, ...
Feb. 13, 2020

The scoop on snow
As winter wears on, the cold brings snow and ice that is often tricky to clear and remove. Follow these tips to help safely clear snow and ice. Snow blowers and other tools require special precautions prior to use. Before using equipment, review these safety recommendations. Be sure to read the manufacturers’ ...
Jan. 23, 2020

Encova insurance rated in 2020 corporate equality index
We are excited to share that Encova Insurance received a score of 80% on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2020 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the nation’s premier benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality. The average CEI score ...
Dec. 20, 2019

Add CyberScout to your holiday wish list
You are busiest during the holiday season, which makes you a cyber criminal’s perfect target. In fact, holiday identity fraud increased by 109% between 2014 and 2018. To ensure no one steals your holiday joy, we have partnered with CyberScout to offer breach response services for our commercial poli ...
Nov. 26, 2019

Encova leadership reflects on Kaufman's time as CEO
In September, Encova Insurance CEO Dave Kaufman announced his plans to retire at the end of the year. President and COO TJ Obrokta Jr. will serve as president and CEO effective Jan. 1, 2020. Encova leadership reflected on Dave’s 33-year tenure in a video presented to him at a recent dinner with the board ...
Oct. 15, 2019

Encova Insurance receives IVANS Digital Insurer award
Encova Insurance, formerly Motorists Insurance Group and BrickStreet Insurance, is being recognized as an IVANS Digital Insurer for their application of IVANS servicing and distribution solutions in their innovative commercial lines solution. IVANS awarded Encova with the Gold Award in Commercial Lines, ...
Sept. 11, 2019

Encova Insurance CEO Dave Kaufman announces his retirement
Encova Insurance CEO Dave Kaufman has announced his decision to retire, effective Dec. 31, 2019. The board of directors has elected TJ Obrokta Jr., president and chief operating officer, to be his successor and serve as president and CEO. “On behalf of our board of directors, I want to express my sincere ...
July 12, 2019

Motorists Insurance Group and BrickStreet Insurance re-enter the market as Encova Mutual Insurance Group
Motorists Insurance Group and BrickStreet Mutual Insurance Co. are now Encova Mutual Insurance Group following the announcement of the new brand name and identity this morning. Encova.com launches Monday, July 15.Motorists and BrickStreet affiliated in 2017. Bringing these two companies together allowed ...