About Us
Who We Are
As the largest privately owned personal lines insurance agency in Illinois, we take our position to obtain the best coverage for our clients very seriously. Each of our top agency executives have between 25 and 40 years of insurance experience. Our proven track record in the industry enables us to anticipate changes and determine the best coverage to meet the personal needs of each of our clients. Our staff of over 40 employees currently serves over 17,000 clients throughout the United States.
Who We Represent
As an independent insurance agency we proudly represent some of the most prominent insurance companies in today’s marketplace, including Chubb, PURE, Ace Group of Insurance Companies, and AIG Private Client Group, as well as Travelers, MetLife Auto & Home, AIG Premier, The Hanover, The Hartford, and many more. Representing over 25 top companies with A.M. Best “A” ratings or better, we have the ability to obtain the best coverage available for our clients. All of your insurance needs can be handled by one agency, one agent, and one call. We will take the task of comparison shopping off your plate and offer you the best program, at the right price.Meet the Team
Max (Skip) R. Schrayer
President, Auto & Home Insurance CEO Associated AgenciesPresident of Auto and Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and CEO of Associated Agencies, Inc., Skip oversees both personal and commercial insurance policies for…
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Karen Z. Vacko
Executive Vice PresidentAs the executive vice president of both Auto and Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and Associated Agencies, Inc., Karen Vacko brings her years of property and casualty insurance…
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Joshua B. Herz
President, Associated AgenciesSince 2003, Joshua B. Herz has shown his commitment to both Associated Agencies and Auto and Home Insurance Agency, Inc. He consistently serves his clients with…
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Maredith Splendoria
Vice President of AdministrationMaredith Splendoria joined Associated Agencies, Inc., as an office manager, and assistant to the president. Four years later, she was named Vice President of…
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Heidi C. Petersen
Senior Vice PresidentHeidi C. Petersen, Senior Vice President serves on the management team for Auto & Home Insurance Agency, Inc. She has proven to be a true asset with over 35 years under her belt.
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