Local agency Grange Senior Partner

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COLUMBUS — Merkle Insurance Agency of Van Wert has earned the Senior Partner designation from Grange Insurance, placing the agency in an elite group. This honor places special status upon independent insurance agencies that sell Grange products, based on their experience, professionalism and superior performance.

Located at 105 Fisher Ave., Merkle Insurance Agency serves customers in Van Wert and the surrounding area. Stop by or call 419.238.1976 for a free quote.

Grange only sells its products through independent agents because they offer the best local insurance guidance, can offer coverage from a variety of companies to find the best fit for each individual, family or business, and support the community where they live and work.

“We believe customers would rather trust an independent agent from their community to counsel them on important insurance decisions than some big company website, 800 number or captive agent,” said Tom Welch, Grange president and CEO. “Our independent agency partners – especially our Senior Partners – are people you can trust and count on when needed.”

About Grange

Grange Insurance, with $2 billion in assets and $1.1 billion in annual revenue, is an insurance provider based in Columbus. Through its network of independent agents, Grange offers auto, home, life and business insurance protection. Established in 1935, the company and its affiliates serve policyholders in Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and Wisconsin. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.grangeinsurance.com.