For Immediate Release: July 7, 2008 

Women in the Financial Driver’s Seat; Destination: Security 

Local Presenter Part of Free Seminar Addressing Issues Related to Financial Health 

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 (North Canton, Ohio) July 7, 2008 – What do ovens, automobiles and vacations have in common? Women are making the buying decisions regarding all three in record numbers. But far from being concerned with only material possessions or leisure activities, today’s women are interested in a secure financial future for themselves and their families. A local insurance expert and female business owner will address the role insurance plays in maintaining financial health at two upcoming Women & Money seminars. 

The Women & Money seminar, a free program sponsored by the State of Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray, was developed to offer women valuable information, presented by experts in their field, regarding many important financial decisions. Despite the powerful role women play in our economy, women still earn, on average, less than men. This means that women also tend to have smaller pensions and retirement savings. Add to this the fact that women typically have longer life spans than men, and it becomes evident that women need their money to stretch farther and work harder for them.  

Barbara Fausnight, president of Executive Insurance Group in North Canton, brings her unique background to her presentations, to be held August 8 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton and August 15 in Akron. In addition to insurance, other topics being presented include budgeting, credit and debt, entrepreneurship, investments, identity theft, retirement, estate planning, elder care, home ownership, and kids and money. 

“It is gratifying to see more and more women venturing into entrepreneurship,” says Fausnight, who has successfully grown the business she founded 30 years ago while raising a family of three children. “At the same time, women are also making more decisions regarding family finances, and this means that we are more interested than ever in the financial health of our families.” 

Fausnight addresses factors that are necessary to consider in making informed decisions regarding insurance coverage. 

“The process of making the best decision regarding insurance involves weighing a variety of factors,” says Fausnight, whose firm focuses on auto, home, life and commercial policies. “I have found, in working with my clients, the ultimate benefit to finding the right solution is peace of mind.” 

Women & Money is open to the public. The seminar includes a continental breakfast, a boxed lunch and afternoon refreshments. Seminar participants are able to choose two morning classes and two afternoon classes from an array of class offerings, in addition to attending the opening and closing sessions. Prize drawings, as well as free information, will be offered by vendors associated with the conference. To register, visit www.yourmoneynowonline.org  or call 800-228-1102. 

EXECUTIVE INSURANCE GROUP RECEIVES WESTFIELD INSURANCE SERVICE AWARD

North Canton, Ohio—Barbara Fausnight of Executive Insurance Group recently was recognized for 25 years of professionalism and service excellence representing Westfield Insurance. A leading independent insurance agent, Fausnight has represented Westfield since 1980.

"Westfield Insurance is represented by independent agents who are carefully selected for their commitment to providing clients with the best insurance advice and service. For a quarter century, Fausnight has teamed with Westfield to deliver on our promise of protection. We are proud to honor her on this service milestone," said Westfield Insurance President Roger McManus.

Westfield presented Fausnight with a commemorative statuette to honor this milestone.

About Executive Insurance Group.

In business for over 28 years, Executive Insurance Group is an independent insurance agency owned by Barbara Fausnight. In keeping with their core values of education, loyalty, teamwork, excellence, and open communication, they pride themselves on partnerships with insurance companies that have solid reputations in order to give you the most comprehensive plans and the best rates. Executive Insurance Group offers offers life, health, auto, home, commercial, and aviation. They are the only agency you will need to meet all of your insurance needs. www.executiveinsurance.com

About Westfield Insurance

In business for more than 156 years, Westfield Insurance, a member of Westfield Group, provides commercial and personal insurance and surety services to customers in 28 states. Westfield markets its products through more than 1,200 leading independent insurance agencies and is one of the country’s 50 largest property and casualty insurers. Westfield Group provides banking through Westfield BankSM and agency support through Westfield Services, Inc. Westfield has over $2.3 billion in assets and holds an "A (Excellent)" rating from A.M. Best, a leading insurance financial rating agency.