We feel it is vital to our clients that we have experienced personnel to handle any situation that may arise. Our staff attends continuing education courses to keep abreast of the many changes that take place each year in our industry. We also distribute industry newsletters and correspondence to our associates so that they are always informed of the latest industry news and changes that affect our business.

Please feel free to call or email any employee with questions, concerns, or comments.

e-mail		William O. Somers, CPCU, Agent, President, Agency Principal A graduate of Ashland University, Bill joined the agency in 1972. He earned his Chartered Property & Casualty Underwriter designation in 1981. Bill handles many of our very large Commercial Lines Accounts and is also very active in both Commercial and Personal Lines Sales.
e-mail		Christopher ''Chris'' Fichtner, CIC , Agent, Vice-President A graduate of Ashland University, Chris joined Somers Agency in 1999. He earned his Certified Insurance Counselor designation in 2003. He is a Licensed Property & Casualty Agent for Commercial and Personal Lines Sales.
e-mail		Rita Pysarchyk, Operations Manager, Agent, Secretary/Treasurer Rita began her insurance career as a Personal Lines Customer Service Representative. Her past experience includes accounting and administration. She is currently responsible for agency operations and computer management. Rita is also a licensed Property & Casualty and Life & Health Insurance Agent.
e-mail		William ''Bill'' Reighley, Personal Lines Agent Bill has been with Somers Agency since 1987. He works in our non-standard auto division and his responsibilities include sales and service of all non-standard auto accounts.
e-mail		Matthew G. Hull, Agent Matt, an Ohio University graduate, joined the agency in 2005. He began his insurance career with the Cincinnati Insurance Companies as a commercial lines underwriter, and has over 4 years experience in the industry. He is a licensed Property & Casualty Insurance Agent for Commercial and Personal accounts. Matt is involved in both the Lorain County and North Coast Chambers of Commerce as well as the Avon/Avon Lake Rotary, NCBIA, B2B Connect, and the Avon IRN Chapter as President. He and his wife Julie reside in Avon.
e-mail		Terry A. Thauvette, Life & Benefits Manager Terry is a graduate of Cleveland State University and brings to Somers Agency 20+ years of experience in employee benefits. During his tenure in benefit administration he has served as a senior sales executive, consultant, underwriter, client services manager and reinsurance manager. His diversified background and knowledge of all facets of the industry provide a valuable benefit and resource for our clients. Terry’s emphasis, whether group or individual presentations, is employer and employee awareness and service.
e-mail		Joseph F. Nemeth, CIC, Agent Joe is a graduate of Liberty University Institute of Biblical Studies and is a Certified Insurance Counselor. He is licensed in Property & Casualty Insurance and Life, Health & Annuities. Joe joined Somers Agency with an extensive background in the insurance industry. His knowledge and 30+ years of experience make him a valuable resource to the agency and his clients. Joe’s concentration is in Commercial and Industrial insurance risks.
e-mail		David Macgregor, Agent David has worked for the agency since 1984. He is a graduate of Purdue University. David is semi-retired but still remains active working with clients in Personal and Commercial Lines sales and service.
e-mail		Amy Wells, Commercial Lines Customer Service Agent Amy joined the agency in 1981. Amy works primarily with our Commercial Lines Clients and handles all aspects of client service. She also provides support and assistance to our sales staff. Amy has a Property & Casualty Insurance License.
e-mail		Philomena ''Phil'' Bagger, Personal Lines Customer Service Agent Philomena has over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. She provides service to our Commercial Lines Clients and provides support and assistance to our sales staff. Phil has a Property & Casualty Insurance License.
e-mail		Michele Ganslein, Personal Lines Customer Service Agent A graduate of Ashland University, Michele joined the agency in 1998. She worked in our Accounting Department for several years before obtaining her Property & Casuaty Insurance License. She presently works in our Personal Lines Department providing client service and support.
e-mail		Judy Weddington, Personal Lines Customer Service Agent Judy has worked in the insurance industry for over 30 years and has a Property & Casualty Insurance License. She works in our Personal Lines Department providing client service and support.
e-mail		Elizabeth ''Liz'' Silva, Accounting Technician Liz joined the agency in 1987. She handles all aspects of the Accounting Department for Somers Agency and Autohio, our non-standard auto division. She also assists our personal lines department with various processing functions.
e-mail		Connie Godbolt, Receptionist/Office Assistant Connie joined Somers Agency in September 2006. Her previous experience includes twenty+ years of customer service with Ohio Edison. When you call or visit our agency, Connie is the friendly person who will greet you.