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As Americans take to the roads this Labor Day weekend for end of summer trips, the first instinct of most drivers and passengers will be to buckle their seat belts. But that simple safety precaution hasn’t always been a given – at least not until a …

In her new role, Barhorst will oversee claims, servicing and underwriting operations while advancing the organization’s operating discipline Barhorst has held Nationwide leadership roles across Marketing, Sales, Staff Operations, Underwriting and …

LIMRA’s mid-year Life Insurance Sales Survey shows a life industry that is continuing to grow, although at a slower pace than last year. Total U.S. individual life insurance new annualized with excess premium rose 3% year over year to $4.7 billion …

After a remarkable 21-year career at Nationwide, Mike Mahaffey, Executive Vice President and Chief Customer, Strategy and Innovation Officer, announced he will retire later this year.  “Mike has been integral in keeping us focused on what matters …

From helping homeowners identify coverage gaps and finding new ways for families to protect their financial futures to spending hundreds of hours volunteering in their communities, Nationwide employees continue to make a meaningful difference every …

After surviving 72 days lost in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, Milo Bear, a golden retriever from Nevada, is home, and now, he’s also the winner of the 18th annual Hambone Award. The contest presented by Nationwide® recognizes the most unusual pet …

As agricultural education programs continue to play a vital role in preparing the next generation of industry leaders, the Golden Owl Award celebrated a record year of recognition for ag educators, receiving more than 4,900 nominations and …

Market volatility, elevated interest rates and the threat of a potential recession have driven investors to seek out guaranteed income solutions like never before. According to a recent Nationwide Retirement Institute survey, more than half (57%) of …

Nationwide has been named to the inaugural Ohio AI25 list, a new recognition from OhioX and Ohio Tech News honoring companies and organizations shaping the future of artificial intelligence (AI) in Ohio. The recognition underscores Nationwide’s …

Nationwide has named Roberto Robles leader of Nationwide National Partners, effective Aug. 3, 2026.In this role, Robles will lead Nationwide’s executive-level relationships with key national property and casualty distribution firms, serving as a …

Nationwide Retirement Solutions has named Barbie Walsh to lead its combined Institutional and Consultant Relationship teams.In her expanded role, Walsh will oversee both teams and help advance the company’s strategy across government and corporate …

After more than four decades of leadership and service, Jeff Rommel, senior vice president, Personal Lines Operations, will retire from Nationwide on Jan. 31, 2027.Rommel joined Allied Insurance, a Nationwide company, in 1985 as a claims …

For the third time in as many years, the annual JD Power U.S. Auto Insurance Study ranks Nationwide #1 in Customer Satisfaction among usage-based insurance (UBI) Auto Insurers1.About the award: The JD Power 2026 U.S. Auto Insurance Study …

Key takeaways84% say the American Dream is now more about financial stability than building wealth.Americans are leaning toward financial protection over growth as economic pressures reshape priorities.While 70% expect to improve their finances, …

Nationwide’s head of Institutional Life Insurance (ILI), Jessica Dowdy, has announced that Justin Lee will lead the unit’s Product Strategy and Delivery team. In this role, Lee is responsible for ensuring Nationwide’s Institutional Life Insurance …

First quarter 2026 pension risk transfer (PRT) sales continued the slowdown that began in 2025, totaling $3.8 billion compared with the $7.1 billion posted in the first quarter of last year, according to LIMRA’s U.S. Group Annuity Risk Transfer …

One year after Iowa’s Hands-Free Driving Law took effect prohibiting motorists from handling a cell phone or electronic device while driving, new data from Nationwide and Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT) shows clear declines in phone-related …

Drones, also commonly known as unmanned aerial systems, are rapidly changing modern agriculture, helping farmers monitor crops and livestock, map fields, assess plant health and apply crop inputs with greater precision. As adoption grows, so does …

Insurance Partners Alliance was named Nationwide Personal Lines Agency of the Year, a top recognition announced during the company’s annual Partners Conference.The award highlights IPA’s agency growth, innovation and customer commitment across …

Nationwide, a leading protector of U.S. farms and ranches, is helping its agriculture customers take a proactive approach to rural property monitoring through a new relationship with Barn Owl, a provider of solar-powered, cellular-connected remote …

Annuities remain in demand as investors look for protected growth opportunities and guaranteed retirement income, with first quarter industry sales reaching $107.4 billion, according to LIMRA’s U.S. Individual Annuity Sales Survey. Kush Kotecha, …

Photo credit: Columbus Business First/Ian Alexander PhotographyIn 2026, nonprofit organizations that serve Columbus, Ohio, and the surrounding region are experiencing tough times as demand for their social services rapidly expands, just as they are …

Nationwide’s Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) team has won a national award for an outstanding transaction in the PRT market. InsuranceERM, a news outlet focused on insurance risk and capital management, named Nationwide a winner in its 2026 Americas …

Nationwide has selected Nick Andersen as the new leader of Agribusiness Distribution and Underwriting, following Dirk Pollitt’s retirement. Effective July 1, Andersen will lead Nationwide’s farm, ranch and commercial agribusiness sales and …

Joel Carnes, president of Nationwide pet insurance, has announced that Andee Gravitt will be the company’s new leader of pet insurance sales. Gravitt will report to Carnes, effective June 8. “Andee has …

A pair of plan sponsors supported by Nationwide Retirement Solutions and three of the company’s associates were among those honored at the PLANSPONSOR Excellence in Retirement Awards dinner, presented during the 2026 PLANSPONSOR National Conference …

Nationwide rose three spots to No. 69 on this year’s Fortune 500 list, reflecting strong 2025 results and continued momentum across the company.“An advantage of our modern mutual structure is being able to plan long-term, and our progressive rise up …