UNICO, a leading independent insurance brokerage, is pleased to announce the addition of fourteen new shareholders. This year’s class represents a broad set of disciplines across the organization, reflecting UNICO’s continued commitment to developing leaders, investing in its people, and strengthening long-term sustainability. 

Neal Lyons, Board Chair, shared that the expansion of the shareholder group reflects UNICO’s continued focus on developing strong leadership. 

“As UNICO continues to grow, our future relies on leaders who exemplify our core values and consistently drive excellence throughout the business. This year’s class reflects individuals who embody that commitment and represent the next generation of leadership for UNICO.”

Neal Lyons, CFO  |  Board Chair, Partner

UNICO, a leading independent insurance brokerage, is pleased to announce the addition of fourteen new shareholders. This year’s class represents a broad set of disciplines across the organization, reflecting UNICO’s continued commitment to developing leaders, investing in its people, and strengthening long-term sustainability. 

Neal Lyons, Board Chair, shared that the expansion of the shareholder group reflects UNICO’s continued focus on developing strong leadership. 

“As UNICO continues to grow, our future relies on leaders who exemplify our core values and consistently drive excellence throughout the business. This year’s class reflects individuals who embody that commitment and represent the next generation of leadership for UNICO.”

Neal Lyons

CFO  |  Board Chair, Partner

The fourteen new shareholders are:

  • Austin Beber, Risk Advisor
  • Grant Huck, Risk Advisor
  • Marika Brack, Director of Benefits Operations
  • Ben Kruger, Director of Finance and Accounting
  • Dan Dahl, Benefits Consultant
  • Malyssa Maguire, Client Service Team Lead
  • Courtney Farrier, Personal Insurance Risk Advisor
  • Kris Pojar, Benefits Advisor
  • Jeff Fritzen, Risk Advisor
  • Cody Roach, Risk Advisor
  • Eric Himmelberg, Director of Information Technology
  • Stacey Schafer, Director of People Operations
  • Angie Hoffschneider, COO
  • Wade Wemhoff, Risk Advisor

Lyons added, “These individuals have demonstrated outstanding dedication to our clients and our teams. Their insight, expertise, and leadership will further strengthen UNICO’s capabilities as we continue advancing our long-term strategy.” 

The new shareholders round out our total shareholder count to 54 and join a team dedicated to supporting the company’s vision for growth, innovation, and service excellence.