Frankenmuth Insurance Appoints Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

FRANKENMUTH, Mich., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Frankenmuth Insurance is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelly Ott as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, effective April 28, 2025.

Ott will serve as the company's top legal advisor, overseeing corporate legal matters, governance, and regulatory compliance across all Frankenmuth Insurance companies and subsidiaries. She will also serve as Corporate Secretary, supporting the Board of Directors and Executive Committees.

Ott brings more than 30 years of experience in private practice and in-house legal leadership. She previously held senior roles at State Farm, where she served as Legislative and Regulatory Counsel and Managing Attorney for Claims litigation; at Horace Mann, where she was Vice President and Assistant General Counsel; and most recently at The Hanover Group, where she served as Vice President and Counsel.

Ott is a prominent member of Michigan's insurance community. She has expertise in Michigan's no-fault laws, personal injury protection coverages, and its Essential Insurance Act. She is a past Chair and a current Board Member of Insurance Alliance of Michigan. She also served on the Board of Directors of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce and the Michigan Auto Insurance Placement Facility.

Frankenmuth Insurance has been providing peace of mind and protecting individuals, families, and businesses for more than 155 years. We truly care about the people we serve and strive to be your insurer of choice by delivering unparalleled protection and service. As a super-regional carrier, we partner exclusively with more than 800 independent agencies in 15 states to customize business, home, auto, and life insurance policies and surety bonds. We are financially sound, stable, and secure, with more than $2 billion in assets, and have an AM Best A (Excellent) financial strength rating. For more information, visit fmins.com.

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989-480-6260

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