Houchens Insurance Group, a member of the Houchens Industries family, offers comprehensive insurance solutions tailored to businesses and individuals. 

The agency is this week’s Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce Chamber Member of the Week.

Houchens Industries was founded in 1917 as Houchens Foods in Glasgow, Kentucky, and has grown into a diversified corporation spanning retail, manufacturing, construction, and insurance. With more than 13 operating companies generating over $4 billion in annual revenue, Houchens Industries is also one of the largest 100% employee-owned companies in the nation, boasting more than 19,000 participants in its employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).

Houchens Insurance Group joined the Houchens Industries portfolio in 1977, bringing together five organizations under one banner. Today, it generates over $100 million in revenue with more than 400 employees across 12 offices nationwide, serving clients in all 50 states. The company is recognized as a Best Practice Agency for its service excellence.

Client advisor Charlotte Newton said the decision to expand into Owensboro reflects a commitment to community roots. Chip VanMeter, president and owner of VanMeter Insurance, spearheaded the move. VanMeter was born and raised in Owensboro and established the agency in Bowling Green. Newton said his love for his hometown inspired him to launch the local office. 

The Owensboro office specializes in a wide range of insurance products, including general liability, commercial property, auto, workers’ compensation, professional and management liability, builders risk, and cyber coverage. Employee benefits such as group health, dental, vision, disability, critical illness, life insurance, and long-term care are also offered. 

While the Owensboro office focuses on business insurance and employee benefits, home and auto insurance options are available through offices in Bowling Green, Lexington, and Franklin, Tennessee.

“Our mission is to bring our clients and communities superior partnerships and insurance solutions so they can protect what matters most to them,” Newton said. 

To explore Houchens Insurance Group’s offerings, call 1-800-960-3560, visit higusa.com, or connect with them on Facebook at facebook.com/HouchensInsuranceGroup.

The Chamber Member of the Week program is a Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce membership benefit. Founded in 1913, the Chamber has worked to provide valuable benefits and services to member businesses and individuals for over a century.

Today, with nearly 1,000 members, the Chamber is a guiding force in community and business development initiatives and serves as the center of business advocacy for the Greater Owensboro region. 

To learn more about becoming the Chamber Member of the Week or inquire about Chamber membership, contact Kitty Jones, director of membership, at 270-926-1860 or [email protected].