About UFG
Trusted insurance solutions since 1946
UFG Insurance was founded on a belief that the insurance business is a people business — a principle that still anchors us today.
With a geographic presence from coast to coast, UFG is here for you with deep underwriting expertise and specialized capabilities to meet the evolving needs of business owners. Underpinning our commitment to customers is a dedication to service that exceeds expectations and an emphasis on personal relationships that can be hard to find in today’s fast-paced world.
We’re proud to provide insurance solutions from UFG headquarters in Iowa and office locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, New Jersey and Texas. Our products are available exclusively through a select group of approximately 850 independent insurance agencies and brokers across the United States. Learn about our legacy.
Turn to UFG for:
- Commercial insurance in 32 states through business units of:
- Middle market
- Construction
- Small business
- Excess and surplus lines and surety bonds in 50 states plus Washington D.C. through business units of:
- UFG Specialty
- UFG Surety
- Reinsurance that spans the globe through the alternative distribution unit
UFG welcomes independent insurance agents to explore a rewarding partnership with us.
Discover our cornerstones
Corporate responsibility
At UFG, our purpose is rooted in deeper responsibilities than ink reflects on paper. The promises we strive to keep in the business world parallel those we pledge to our communities, employees and environment.
DE&I
We aim to foster a culture of belonging, where everyone is welcome, respected and appreciated. That commitment is reinforced through a variety of DE&I initiatives.
UFG Foundation
The private foundation of UFG Insurance has put profits to work for a higher purpose since 1999, building upon our mission’s promise of community support.
Vision, mission, values
At our fundamental core is a vision that inspires us, a mission that motivates us and a strong set of values that defines us.Go Beyond award
Each year, UFG proudly celebrates an employee and agency partner who goes above and beyond in community service.
Erica Bergfeld-Reed
Nick Killoran
UFG Insurance Blog
Our insurance blog holds a wealth of demystifying articles from respected industry leaders at UFG. With a broad range of business topics, there’s an ah-ha moment for everyone in the blog library.
UFG news
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UFG appoints Michael Shneibaum as VP and middle market business unit leader
UFG Insurance is pleased to announce that Michael Shneibaum has been appointed vice president (VP) and middle market business unit leader, effective immediately. In this role, Shneibaum will have full strategic accountability for the company’s middle market business, driving profitable growth across its 32-state footprint spanning coast to coast.
“Michael has delivered exceptional results during his time at UFG, and I am confident in his ability to execute an underwriting strategy that will drive continued profitable growth across our middle market business unit,” said UFG Senior VP and Chief Underwriting Officer Kelly Walsh. “He is a proven and passionate leader with deep underwriting expertise and strong agency partnerships that position him well for success in this role." Michael joined UFG in 2023, serving as Southeast regional leader prior to this appointment. He has over 30 years of industry experience and a strong track record as an underwriting leader.
About UFG
Founded in 1946 as United Fire & Casualty Company, UFG, through its insurance company subsidiaries, is engaged in the business of writing property and casualty insurance. The company is licensed as a property and casualty insurer in 50 states and the District of Columbia and is represented by approximately 850 independent agencies. AM Best assigns a rating of "A-" (Excellent) for members of the United Fire & Casualty Group. For more information about UFG, visit www.ufginsurance.com.
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