Underwriter accomplishments – first half of 2026

Summary

Learn about the latest promotions and accomplishments for SFM’s underwriting staff, plus other company news.

Here’s a look at the latest promotions and accomplishments for SFM’s underwriting staff over the past several months.

  • Craig Marcotte was promoted to Marketing Underwriter Specialist. 
  • Underwriting Technical Support Specialist Kris Kniefel retired on May 29 after 42 years at SFM. 
  • SFM Team Business Leader Ashley Butcher is a 2026 winner of the International Association of Industrial Accident Boards and Commissions NextGen Award.
  • Lydia Huiras joined SFM as an Underwriting Summer Intern.
  • Amberly Branden was promoted to Underwriting Tech Support Representative.

Other SFM employee news

Chad Hagedorn, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, was a finalist for an ORBIE Award, which recognizes Minnesota’s top Chief Information Officers (CIOs).

John Marsalek joined SFM as Associate General Counsel.