The Hanover Insurance Group Names Richard Lavey President, Personal Lines

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Nov 10, 2014, 08:45 ET

WORCESTER, Mass., Nov. 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG), a leading provider of property and casualty insurance, has appointed Richard W. Lavey as president, personal lines. In this role, Lavey will be responsible for all aspects of the company's personal lines business, which markets homeowners, automobile and related insurance coverages to individuals and families. He also will continue to serve as the company's chief marketing officer, responsible for marketing activities and initiatives across the organization.

THE HANOVER INSURANCE GROUP NAMES RICHARD LAVEY PRESIDENT, PERSONAL LINES

"We are thrilled to have Dick step into this role as we seek to fully leverage the significant investments we have made and to capitalize on the tremendous growth opportunities in this business," said Frederick H. Eppinger, president and chief executive officer at The Hanover. "Dick is a proven leader with nearly 25 years of experience in the property and casualty industry, great market insight, and a passion for our business. We have every confidence he will bring outstanding leadership and energy as he leads our talented personal lines team, enabling us to deliver on our promises to our agent partners, their customers, and all of our stakeholders."

A member of the company's executive leadership team, Lavey has served in several key leadership positions in the field and home office since joining The Hanover in 2004, including president, field operations, chief marketing officer, and president of the company's Northeast Region. During his 10 years at The Hanover, he has played lead roles in the formation of the company's unique field distribution model, marketing and sales capabilities, while driving many of the company's growth initiatives. Prior to joining The Hanover, Lavey held several strategic marketing roles at The Hartford and Travelers.

A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the College of the Holy Cross, Lavey earned his master's degree in business administration from the Harvard Business School.

ABOUT THE HANOVER

The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc., based in Worcester, Mass. is the holding company for several property and casualty insurance companies, which together constitute one of the largest insurance businesses in the United States. For more than 160 years, The Hanover has provided a wide range of property and casualty products and services to businesses, individuals, and families. The Hanover distributes its products through a select group of independent agents and brokers. Together with its agents, the company offers specialized coverages for small and mid-sized businesses as well as insurance protection for homes, automobiles, and other personal items. Through its international member company, Chaucer, The Hanover also underwrites business at Lloyd's of London in several major insurance and reinsurance classes, including marine, property and energy. For more information, please visit hanover.com.