Columbus, OH (March 20, 2023) – Grange Insurance is proud to announce President, Personal Lines Cheryl Lebens has been recognized as a 2023 Columbus Smart 50 Award honoree.
Presented by Smart Business magazine, the Smart 50 Awards recognize the top executives of the 50 smartest companies in the region for their ability to build and lead savvy organizations effectively. The winners represent a wide range of companies and industries in Central Ohio and were chosen by a peer-led review panel.
Lebens is a dynamic leader and advocate who is collaborative and forward-thinking. She has led and evolved critical areas of the business that have been instrumental to Grange's success. Lebens joined Grange in 2014 and held several senior leadership roles including Chief Risk & Strategy Officer. She was promoted to President, Personal Lines in January 2022. Her leadership and strategic mindset have been a cornerstone for Grange to deliver peace of mind and protection to its customers.
"Cheryl is a strategic leader with a proven track record in helping leaders and associates set goals, deliver results and successfully navigate the complexities of our industry," said Grange President & CEO John Ammendola. "We are proud of all that Cheryl and her team have accomplished and how they continue to move our enterprise forward."
"It's an honor to be a Smart 50 award winner, and I'm grateful for my dedicated team that has made this achievement possible," Lebens said. "Doing what's right for our agency partners and customers is the pledge that started our company, and it's the same promise that drives and defines our vision today. A special thanks to Smart Business for this recognition and congratulations to the other honorees.
About Grange Insurance
Grange Insurance Company, with $3.1 billion in assets and more than $1.4 billion in annual revenue, is an insurance provider based in Columbus, Ohio. Through its network of independent agents, Grange offers auto, home and business insurance protection. Life insurance offered by Grange Life Insurance and Kansas City Life Insurance. Established in 1935, the Grange Insurance Company and its affiliate Integrity Insurance Company serve policyholders in Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Learn more about Grange Insurance.