Date of Release: April 5, 2022
States: All states
On January 6, 2022, President and CEO, Joseph Babiak, announced his plans for retirement effective March 31, 2022 after 21 years of service to Hastings Mutual.
Renee Beauford has transitioned into the role of President and CEO at Hastings Mutual as part of an organized, long-term succession plan. She has nearly 30 years of experience and knowledge of the insurance industry, and broad management and executive leadership experience.
Ms. Beauford joined Hastings Mutual as Director of Field Claim Operations in 2007 and was promoted to Vice President – Chief Claim Officer in 2012. Over the past 10 years, she has gained executive leadership experience in Actuarial Services, Product Development, Marketing, Claim, and Underwriting. Ms. Beauford most recently held the position of Senior Vice President of Operations in preparation for this planned succession.
Ms. Beauford earned her Bachelor of Science in Management from Purdue University. Her insurance designations include Associate in Claims and Senior Claim Law Associate. For the past 10 years, Ms. Beauford has served on the Board of Directors for several community organizations.
The company would like to thank Mr. Babiak for his strong leadership and vision over the past 21 years. We congratulate him on his retirement. We wish a warm welcome to Ms. Beauford as our new President and CEO.
Questions?
Please contact your territory sales manager with any questions.
States: All states
On January 6, 2022, President and CEO, Joseph Babiak, announced his plans for retirement effective March 31, 2022 after 21 years of service to Hastings Mutual.
Renee Beauford has transitioned into the role of President and CEO at Hastings Mutual as part of an organized, long-term succession plan. She has nearly 30 years of experience and knowledge of the insurance industry, and broad management and executive leadership experience.
Ms. Beauford joined Hastings Mutual as Director of Field Claim Operations in 2007 and was promoted to Vice President – Chief Claim Officer in 2012. Over the past 10 years, she has gained executive leadership experience in Actuarial Services, Product Development, Marketing, Claim, and Underwriting. Ms. Beauford most recently held the position of Senior Vice President of Operations in preparation for this planned succession.
Ms. Beauford earned her Bachelor of Science in Management from Purdue University. Her insurance designations include Associate in Claims and Senior Claim Law Associate. For the past 10 years, Ms. Beauford has served on the Board of Directors for several community organizations.
The company would like to thank Mr. Babiak for his strong leadership and vision over the past 21 years. We congratulate him on his retirement. We wish a warm welcome to Ms. Beauford as our new President and CEO.
Questions?
Please contact your territory sales manager with any questions.