Wallace & Turner Sponsors United Way's Nash Bash Benefiting Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Clark County

Wallace & Turner is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the United Way of Clark, Champaign & Madison Counties’ Nash Bash, benefiting Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Clark County. Nash Bash will feature a live auction, silent auction, music, heavy hors d'oeuvres, a Bourbon Pull, Giving Tree and more at the Hollenbeck Bayley Creative Arts and Conference Center on February 9, 2024.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library provides high quality, age-appropriate books, once a month, to children from birth to the age of five at no cost to the family.  Local partners around the world (like United Way of Clark, Champaign & Madison Counties) fundraise to provide this service to children and families in their communities.

Lear more and purchase tickets here.

 
 

Wallace & Turner Bolsters Leadership Team with Addition of Mary Jo Leventhal as Director of Operations & Business Development

Mary Jo Leventhal

Wallace & Turner, Inc., Springfield and Urbana, Ohio’s largest, locally owned independent insurance agency, announced that Mary Jo Leventhal has joined as Director of Operations and Business Development. A Certified Insurance Counselor and Certified Risk Manager, Leventhal has more than 25 years of experience in the insurance industry with a focus on commercial lines and risk management services. Prior to joining Wallace & Turner, she was a Commercial Lines Placement Manager with Kraft Lake Insurance Agency.

“With a wealth of experience and a proven track record in driving strategic growth, Mary Jo will play a pivotal role in furthering Wallace & Turner’s success and continuing to elevate the client experience,” commented Wallace & Turner President Patrick Field. “She is a dynamic leader, and we look forward to leveraging her expertise to achieve new milestones under her guidance.” 

“I am thrilled to join Wallace & Turner – a team I’ve known and respected for many years,” said Leventhal. “I’ve witnessed the dedication, professionalism and collaborative spirit that define the culture here, which makes this transition an exciting and natural step. It also gives me an opportunity to commit more time to the local organizations and causes that I am passionate about.”

In her Business Development role, Leventhal will craft customized insurance solutions and foster lasting relationships with policyholders. As Director of Operations, she will focus on enhancing organizational efficiency and implementing strategic initiatives that contribute to the success and growth of Wallace & Turner and its clients.

A lifelong resident of Springfield, Ohio, Leventhal obtained a Bachelor’s degree with honors from Wittenberg University. She has made an impact in the local community through her many leadership roles, including Co-Chair of the Springfield Rotary Gourmet Food Truck Competition, past President of the Springfield Rotary Club, Board member of Second Harvest Food Bank of Clark, Champaign & Logan Counties, Co-Chair of the Springfield Museum of Art’s Art Ball for All, past Area Director for American Heart Association, and continues to be active in United Way of Clark, Champaign & Madison Counties.

About Wallace & Turner

An independent insurance agency with offices in Springfield and Urbana, Wallace & Turner works with a range of top-rated carriers which means clients receive comprehensive and cost-effective insurance options tailored to their needs. The agency is a long-standing member of Associated Risk Managers International, Keystone Insurers Group, Trusted Choice, Ohio Insurance Agents Association and Independent Insurance Agents Association, both in Ohio and nationally. Connect with Wallace & Turner on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

 

Wallace & Turner Sponsors Slice of Springfield to Benefit National Trail Parks and Recreation District

Slice of Springfield is returning to Mother Stewart’s Brewing on February 8, 2024, and Wallace & Turner is proud to support this fundraiser once again! The event offers a chance to taste and vote for your favorite pizza from up to 10 local pizzerias in Clark County. It’s an evening filled with delicious pizza, music and family-friendly fun.

Organized by the Partners for the Parks and presented by Park National Bank, this fundraiser directs 100% of ticket sales towards supporting National Trail parks and recreation programs in Clark County.

This event always sells out, so get your tickets early! Buy tickets here.

Wallace & Turner Sponsors United Senior Services “Imperial Red Hot Holiday Stomp” Christmas Celebration

Wallace & Turner is proud to support United Senior Services’ Christmas celebration featuring Todd Stoll’s “Imperial Red Hot Holiday Stomp.” As Director of the Springfield Symphony Jazz Orchestra and VP of Education at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Todd brings his red hot eight-piece New Orleans style Jazz Ensemble to The State Theater in downtown Springfield on December 22nd from 7pm-10pm.

The ensemble will be swinging two sets of smokin’ holiday jazz classics while legendary WBLY DJ and Master of Ceremonies Dick Hatfield, “The Imperial Debubba,” spins his cool yule tales of historic downtown and jitterbugs with the ghosts of Christmas’s past.

$15 reserved tickets for USS members ONLY can be purchased in person at United Senior Services (125 W Main St, Springfield, OH 45502) or over the phone (937-521-3002).

Todd Stoll Red Hot Holiday Stomp

Myles Trempe Discusses Bundling Home and Auto Insurance with MoneyGeek

Myles Trempe

Myles Trempe - Producer

In an interview with MoneyGeek, Producer Myles Trempe explained whether it’s always worth bundling home and auto insurance policies with the same company, and if there are any downsides to bundling.

“Most companies will offer a discount for bundling; however, it’s possible you could purchase separate policies and pay less money,” Myles said. “It’s worth pricing both options and seeing which is the least amount (now and over time), which an independent insurance agent can help with.

Read the full article here.

Questions about bundling your home and auto insurance? Contact us at 937-324-8492 or online here.

Steps to Get Affordable Auto Insurance - Myles Trempe Interviewed by MoneyGeek

Myles Trempe - Prdoucer

Drivers often seek out low-cost car insurance, but they could be exposing themselves to greater financial and legal risks. In an interview with MoneyGeek, Producer Myles Trempe explained why drivers should focus on coverage for their particular needs versus the cheapest option as well as ways to lower car insurance costs.

“If drivers don’t get the right type of coverage, they could end up paying more out of pocket in the event of an accident or loss,” Myles said. “And drivers should always work with a reputable, highly-rated company.”

He suggested the following strategies for drivers to save on their auto insurance:

  • Bundling auto with their homeowners or renters insurance. Most insurers will offer a discount for bundling.

  • Increasing their deductible will bring down their premium.

  • Eliminating coverage they don’t need. For example, if your car is old, you might not need collision coverage.

  • Ensuring they have a good credit score. A credit score is one factor in how insurers set rates.

  • Avoiding speeding and other traffic citations that could increase rates.

  • Working with an independent insurance agent who can “shop around” for you to find the best rate while ensuring you have the coverage you need.

Read the MoneyGeek article here.

Questions about car insurance coverage? Contact Wallace & Turner at 937-324-8492 or online here.

Ohio Law Enforcement Begins Issuing Tickets for Distracted Driving Violations on October 5

Beginning October 5, 2023, Ohio law enforcement will begin issuing tickets for distracted driving violations, which includes using or holding a cell phone or electronic device in your hand, lap or other parts of the body while driving on Ohio roads.

Drivers over 18 years old can make or receive calls via hands-free devices, including:

Phones down It's the law
  • Speakerphone

  • Earpiece

  • Wireless headset

  • Electronic watch

  • Connecting phone to vehicle

Drivers over 18 can legally make or receive phone calls using “hands-free” technology such as Bluetooth or integrated systems within the vehicle.

In most cases, if officers see more than a single touch or swipe, they can pull you over. In general, the following are off-limits while driving:

  • Dialing a phone number

  • Sending a text message (voice to text is legal using a hands-free method)

  • Updating or browsing social media

  • Video calls or FaceTime

  • Browsing the internet

  • Watching videos (GPS or navigational displays are allowed)

  • Playing games

  • Recording or streaming video

There are some exceptions to the above. Learn more here.

Remember, drivers under the age of 18 are still restricted from using their devices in any way, including hands-free features. 

INSURANCE CONSIDERATIONS

For each offense, you will receive points on your license and a fine. This can impact your car insurance rates. And remember, this new law applies to all drivers, anytime, anywhere – including when you’re driving on company business or using a company phone.

Wallace & Turner cares about your safety and that of your family. Be smart and pull over if you need to use your phone or safely use “hands-free” technology.

Distracted driving penalties in Ohio

Wallace & Turner Sponsors Springfield's Wizarding Weekend 2023

Wallace & Turner is proud to support the Heritage Center’s Wizarding Weekend in Springfield, being held September 30, 2023. Wizarding Weekend is a Harry Potter-themed event that transforms the Heritage Center Museum into a wonderland with opportunities to hone your spellcraft and learn about Clark County’s magical history. 

Festivities kick off Saturday afternoon with an Open House: Professors will welcome witches, wizards, current students and alumni alike back to the Heritage School of Wizardry. Guests will have the opportunity to get sorted into their houses, meet & greet their local owls, participate in some specialized crafts and activities, and compete for house points.

The fun continues on Saturday evening with the Wizards’ Ball, which is reserved for adults 18 and up. There will be a cash bar, candy bar, dinner, dancing, dueling and house points contests, classes, games and more! Wallace & Turner’s donation allowed the Heritage Center to bring in DJ Chill for the Ball’s music.

Learn more here.

Springfield's Wizarding Weekend

Senior Accounting Manager Zach Vaughn Selected to Leadership Clark County Ohio Academy

Zachary Vaughn

Zach Vaughn - Senior Accounting Manager

Wallace & Turner congratulates Senior Accounting Manager Zach Vaughn on being selected to the Leadership Clark County Ohio Academy for 2023-24.

Each year, 35 individuals are accepted into the Community Leadership Academy based on the applicant’s leadership potential and diverse background. The Academy consists of monthly sessions beginning in the fall of each calendar year and running through the following spring that focus on the history of Clark County, the community’s current needs and leadership development. 

Since 1981, Leadership Clark County has been a change agent for community activism by dedicating time, money and resources to developing servant leaders in the Clark County community. Programming that focuses on leadership skills, sensitivity to community needs and diversity empowers Leadership alumni to become change agents themselves, assuming leadership roles and contributing their talents and energies to community service.

Leadership Clark County

How Can I Save Money on Car Insurance? – Ben Galbreath Offers Guidance for Drivers in NerdWallet Interview

Ben Galbreath - Producer

Shopping around for auto insurance can help you save, but how often should you compare insurance quotes to ensure you’re getting the best deal for your coverage?

In an interview with NerdWallet, Producer Ben Galbreath commented: I recommend to my clients that I shop for them every two to four years, depending on how the market looks.” 

While increasing your deductible can bring down your insurance premium, it can cost more in the end if you happen to file a claim.

Ben explained that raising deductibles can be cost-effective for some, but suggested having a deductible you’d be comfortable paying and ensuring the lower premium makes up for the higher potential out-of-pocket costs. “How many years are we going to gamble with saving that?” he added.

Read the full story here.

Questions about car insurance coverage? Contact Wallace & Turner at 937-324-8492 or online here.

Learn How to Stay in Mercy Network and Keep Your Current Doctors

Colleen Corrigan

Anthem Ohio Medicare Advantage Patients: Mercy Health is currently in negotiations with Anthem, and if an agreement is not reached by October 1, 2023, Mercy Health will be considered an out-of-network provider for Ohio patients who have Anthem BCBS Medicare Advantage health insurance.  

Learn more here.

For patients interested in staying with Mercy Health and their current doctors by moving to a carrier in the Mercy network, please contact Health Agent Colleen Corrigan at (937) 324-8492 Ext: 131 or ccorrigan@wtlifehealth.com.

 

Wallace & Turner Sponsors Happy Half Marathon and Hoppy 5K 2023

Wallace & Turner is proud to serve as a sponsor of the Happy Half Marathon and Hoppy 5K which raise money to honor family members and friends who have fallen to cancer.

The idea for the race came from Maloney family members running the 13.1 mile course from Springfield to Yellow Springs to train for a full-marathon in which they would be raising money to help cover the cost of cancer treatment for Mike Maloney, father of Co-Director Alex Maloney. The first official Happy Half Marathon was held in 2012.  The race brings together runners from all over to support our cause and gives them a chance to achieve their fitness goals.

Learn more here.

Happy Half Marathon 2023

Wallace & Turner Sponsors United Way Golf Scramble 2023

Wallace & Turner is proud to once again support the United Way of Clark, Champaign & Madison Counties’ annual Golf Scramble being held September 8, 2023 at Windy Knoll.

United Way serves to nurture a safe, healthy, caring community that builds on the strengths of its citizens, its neighbors, its businesses and its human services delivery systems.

Register for the Golf Scramble here.

Partner/Producer Otto Larson Joins Ohio Small Business Development Center – Springfield Board of Trustees

Otto Larson

Otto Larson, Partner / Producer

Partner/Producer Otto Larson has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Ohio Small Business Development Center in Springfield, which provides the coaching and financing that small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs need to start, grow and sustain their business.

The Springfield Small Business Development Center was recently selected as the SBA Region VI’s SBDC Innovation and Excellence Award winner. Out of 101 centers in the six-state region, Springfield’s SBDC rose above for how it has creatively served small businesses in an area that has been devastated by population and job loss. The SBDC Program is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Ohio Development Services Agency and the City of Springfield.

Wallace & Turner Sponsors Springfield Rotary Club 9th Gourmet Food Truck Competition

Wallace & Turner is once again sponsoring the Springfield Rotary Club’s Ninth Gourmet Food Truck Competition being held Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Veterans Park. Attracting over 10,000 guests each year, the competition continues to grow and thrive as Springfield’s must-taste event of the summer. The competition will feature up to 35 food trucks full of unique palate-pleasing cuisine, along with live entertainment, a beer garden and more.

While the competition is a great community event, it’s also a major fundraiser that supports the Rotary Club’s charitable programs. Over the first five years of the competition alone, over $100,000 was raised for Springfield Rotary’s causes from the support of the community. This includes services to people with disabilities, which has increased the number of individuals served by more than 70 percent since the inaugural competition in 2014.

Learn more here.

Springfield Rotary Club’s Ninth Gourmet Food Truck Competition

How does car insurance differ from other types of coverage and why is it so important for drivers? P.J. Miller Discusses in Interview with MoneyGeek

P.J. Miller Wallace & Turner Insurance Agent

P.J. Miller - Vice President

Auto insurance is important because it protects you in the instance of an accident or loss (fire, theft, etc.) and most people are not in a position to come out of pocket to pay for the replacement of a totaled car or another driver’s medical bills. Drivers can rely on their insurance to cover some or all of these costs.

In an interview with MoneyGeek, Vice President P.J. Miller discussed how car insurance differs from other types of coverage and why it's so important for drivers.

“While most forms of insurance coverage are optional, car insurance is required in almost all states to register and drive a car. It’s also typically required if you lease or finance a car,” P.J. said. “One major difference between car insurance and many other types of insurance coverage is that it’s legally required in most states to operate a vehicle. For example, many states don’t require you to carry boat insurance to operate a boat. While I don’t recommend this, technically, it’s legal.”

Read the full MoneyGeek article here.

Questions about car insurance coverage? Contact Wallace & Turner at 937-324-8492 or online here.

Wallace & Turner Sponsors Clark County Fair 2023

Wallace & Turner is once again serving as a sponsor of the Clark County Fair being held July 21-28, 2023. The fair will feature rides, music entertainment, a junior fair livestock show, rodeo, Clark County Fair queen contest, pig and calf scrambles, and much more.

Veterans will be admitted free on Saturday, July 22 with a military ID, and kids ten and under will be free on Wednesday, July 26.

Check out the schedule of events here.

Clark County Fair 2023

Wallace & Turner Sponsors 2023 Yellow Springs Pride Festival

Wallace & Turner is proud to support the annual Yellow Springs Pride Festival being held, Saturday, June 24 from 11 am - 7 pm. The Festival features entertainers, parade, contests, music food trucks and more.

Learn more here.

Yellow Springs Pride, Inc. is an organization that plans year-round LGBTQ+ resources and produces the annual Yellow Springs Pride Festival. Its mission is to offer a comprehensive, community-based service organization to the LGBTQ+ population of Yellow Springs as well as the surrounding areas including, but not limited to, the Dayton and Miami Valley area by providing event spaces, activities, and resources that encourage advocacy, education, and entertainment and to increase visibility, inclusion and connection
for the LGBTQ+ community.

Wallace & Turner Sponsors Rocking Horse Community Health Center 21st Annual Golf Classic

Wallace & Turner was proud to support Rocking Horse Community Health Center’s 21st Annual Golf Classic on June 12, 2023, at Windy Knoll Golf Club. Proceeds from the event help to provide increased patient care and outreach services to those in the Springfield community who need it the most.

How Much Does Insurance Cost for Breweries? Myles Trempe Discusses with SmartFinancial

Myles Trempe

Myles Trempe - Producer

Brewery insurance may include a mix of coverage types that are standard across most businesses and coverage types that are specific to the needs of the brewing industry. Producer Myles Trempe spoke with SmartFinancial to discuss the types of coverage a brewery should consider and what factors will impact rates. 

“Brewery insurance costs will depend on various factors such as location, sales revenue, the size of the operation and any other risk exposures that might be present,” Myles said. “Microbreweries can typically expect to pay between $500 and $1,500 per month for a program that includes general liability insurance, liquor liability insurance, commercial property insurance and workers’ compensation coverage.”

Read the full article here.

Questions about brewery insurance coverage? Contact Wallace & Turner at 937-324-8492 or online here.