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Patrick Harpenau Earns CEBS Designation

By Gibson on Feb 17, 2017 8:39:04 AM

SOUTH BEND/PLYMOUTH/INDIANAPOLIS/FORT WAYNE, INDIANA02/17/17Patrick Harpenau, CEBS, CMS, GBA, of Gibson, has earned the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans.  The CEBS program is an eight-course curriculum which distinguishes you as a professional with expertise in employee benefits and compensation. It examines the principles of the administration of health & welfare plans, retirement plans, and compensation programs.

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Laura Van Dyke Joins Gibson

By Gibson on Feb 2, 2017 11:32:07 AM

SOUTH BEND/PLYMOUTH/INDIANAPOLIS/FORT WAYNE, INDIANA –02/02/17– Laura Van Dyke has joined Gibson as an Account Manager in Commercial Risk Management. She is responsible for the day-to-day service needs of clients. Laura works to obtain information and answer questions regarding coverage and policies. Her responsibilities also include making policy changes, issuing certificates of insurance, and other service needs as required. 

Prior to joining Gibson in 2017, Laura worked for three years at a local financial institution as a teller and consumer loan servicer. She also interned with Accident Fund Insurance Company of America in underwriting and business development. Laura was an officer of Olivet College’s Gamma Iota Sigma Alpha Alpha chapter, an insurance and risk management fraternity.

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Chris Watkins Promoted To Client Manager

By Gibson on Feb 1, 2017 6:43:55 AM

SOUTH BEND/PLYMOUTH/INDIANAPOLIS/FORT WAYNE, INDIANA – 02/01/17 – Chris Watkins of Gibson has been promoted to Client Manager in Commercial Risk Management. He is responsible for working with the Client Executive to determine overall risk management program goals and developing strategies to achieve those goals. In addition, he manages the insurance renewal process. Chris also acts as the central point of communication to coordinate service requests with team members and underwriters to communicate insurance program needs.

Miguel Salazar Named Stockholder

By Gibson on Jan 20, 2017 7:39:37 AM

SOUTH BEND/PLYMOUTH/INDIANAPOLIS/FORT WAYNE, INDIANA – 01/20/17 – Miguel Salazar has been named a principal at Gibson. He is a consultant in the Employee Benefits Practice, responsible for working with employers to provide an analysis of their existing employee benefits and assisting with the implementation of new or redesigned programs. Miguel joined Gibson in 2012.

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Bill Cerney Named Stockholder

By Gibson on Jan 20, 2017 7:39:06 AM

SOUTH BEND/PLYMOUTH/INDIANAPOLIS/FORT WAYNE, INDIANA – 01/20/17 – Bill Cerney has been named a principal at Gibson. He is a client executive on the Construction & Surety team and the Surety practice leader. In addition to elements of insurance and risk management, he is responsible for overseeing in-house analysis and financial statement writing, working with staff and clients on bid requirements and specification analysis, and meeting with client’s accountants and surety representatives. Bill joined Gibson in 2012.

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Gibson Recognized As Elite Agency by Insurance Business America

By Gibson on Nov 28, 2016 9:32:03 AM

SOUTH BEND, PLYMOUTH, INDIANAPOLIS, FORT WAYNE, INDIANA – 11/28/16 – Gibson, a regional insurance broker and risk management services firm, has been named a 2016 Elite Agency by Insurance Business America (IBA).

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Tara Housam Joins Gibson

By Gibson on Nov 18, 2016 11:43:49 AM

SOUTH BEND/PLYMOUTH/INDIANAPOLIS/FORT WAYNE, INDIANA –11/18/16– Tara Housam has joined Gibson as an Account Manager in Commercial Risk Management. She is responsible for the day-to-day service needs of clients. Tara works to obtain information and answer questions regarding coverage and policies. Her responsibilities also include making policy changes, issuing certificates of insurance, and other service needs as required. 

Prior to joining Gibson in 2016, Tara worked at Teachers Credit Union for 10 years as a Relationship Representative. In that role she helped generate leads, assess financial leads, and recommend appropriate products and services. Tara also gained experience in team leadership and training & development.

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Whitney Trent Joins Gibson

By Gibson on Nov 11, 2016 10:06:27 AM

INDIANAPOLIS/SOUTH BEND/PLYMOUTH/ FORT WAYNE, INDIANA –11/11/16– Whitney Trent has joined Gibson as a Health Risk Management Specialist. She is responsible for customizing wellness plans and ensuring accurate administration of plans for clients. Whitney assists in the presentation and implementation of wellness initiatives and consulting to clients. Additionally, she assesses utilization trends and compiles information for claims reviews with clients.

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Brittany Kirk Earns GBA Designation

By Gibson on Oct 18, 2016 11:13:35 AM

SOUTH BEND/PLYMOUTH/INDIANAPOLIS/FORT WAYNE, INDIANA – 10/18/16 – Brittany Kirk, GBA, of Gibson has been awarded the Group Benefits Associate (GBA) designation from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. The GBA designation is offered through the CEBS program and distinguishes professionals who know the group benefits industry and are committed to their career. The GBA designation examines a wide variety of welfare benefits including: dependent care and family leave benefits; work/life benefits-such as financial planning, adoption assistance, legal services, and education assistance; and vacation and other time-off benefits.

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Gibson Earns National Best Practices Status for 23rd Consecutive Year

By Gibson on Sep 20, 2016 8:35:31 AM

SOUTH BEND, PLYMOUTH, INDIANAPOLIS, FORT WAYNE, INDIANA – 09/20/16 – For the 23rd consecutive year, Gibson has earned Best Practices status from Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA).