President's Message

July 2, 2009

Welcome to Our New Site!

Welcome! I am very happy to kick off this new website which we think reflects well the values, people and strength of our New England based mutual insurance company.

Take a moment to browse the site. If you have questions please call us, email us or talk to one of our agents. We've tried to give you access to the information you need, succinctly and to the point. And please check back periodically; we are committed to keeping this site useful and up to date.

Should you become a policyholder — and we hope you will — here's the message you'll get from me on your first policy. I think it says it all:

For more than 135 years, beginning in Vermont and now extending throughout New England and into upstate New York, the Union Mutual of Vermont Companies have provided quality personal and commercial lines insurance coverage through local Independent Insurance Agents. We pride ourselves on "service second to none, in the Vermont tradition," and hope you will agree.

Because you are now part of the Union Mutual "family" - as some here say - I thought it would be helpful to share our corporate values with you:

  • We are committed to sound judgment and personal initiative within an environment that sets, achieves and rewards high performance.
  • We will pursue and develop long-term relationships with our employees, policyholders, agents and other business partners.
  • We will act with a high level of integrity and are committed to an atmosphere of respect, loyalty and mutual support.
  • We will maintain a friendly, courteous and professional environment where every member matters and which fosters a work-life balance.

These are not just words on paper, but working principles which we believe distinguish us from other insurance companies. If you ever find that not to be the case, please let me know.

Sincerely,

John H. "Josh" Fitzhugh
President and Chief Executive Officer

John H. (Josh) Fitzhugh