About Howalt-McDowell

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CERTAINTY

For over 50 years, the trademarked phrase: “Protectively Yours” has been the slogan and the essence of Howalt-McDowell. In a world of uncertainty and impermanence, we have remained a reassuring anchor to many of the area’s most respected and successful companies.

Howalt-McDowell Insurance began in 1946 as an additional venture for a loan and real estate operation owned by William D. Howalt and Pierce McDowell. Lester Scherschligt joined the firm in 1957 to develop the insurance department. In 1963 the insurance operation became a separate corporation known as Howalt-McDowell Insurance, Inc. Les Scherschligt and two partners purchased the insurance operation in 1968. Howalt-McDowell proceeded to grow and prosper through internal agency growth. Les’s son, Jeff, assumed presidency of Howalt-McDowell in 1986, and by 1991 the agency had grown internally to employ 28 people. In 1992, the merger/purchase of Kelly-Shaw-Douglas, Inc. was complete, again enlarging the agency. Today, Howalt-McDowell has grown to employ 83 people.

ABILITY

We pledge to offer the “Right People. The Right Answers”. That’s why we go out of our way to truly understand your business and form a partnership. Our team will continue to take the time to guide you through the subtleties and complexities of your insurance and risk management issues. And through continuing education, we will keep up to date on the latest products and industry trends.

VARIETY

As a locally owned independent insurance agency, Howalt-McDowell will continue to offer you the widest choice of insurance solutions on the market. Because we are not locked into one company, you will always receive the best possible coverage at the best possible price for you and your organization.

STABILITY

Howalt-McDowell is a long-term partner with Assurex Global, the world’s largest privately held risk management and commercial insurance brokerage group. Howalt-McDowell and Assurex Global have preferred relationships with leading carriers. This powerful relationship allows us to offer you a variety of comprehensive insurance, risk management, employee benefit services, and products – all at extremely competitive rates.

COMMUNITY

We believe that a company is only as strong as the community it serves. Since its inception, Howalt-McDowell has been a community-focused organization. Our commitment to community makes us an integral supporter of many social service organizations, art organizations, and initiatives in our area.