A message from OUR PRESIDENT
H Paul Ehlert President & Chief Executive Officer T
Happy New Year! I hope you rang in 2022 with family and friends, and plenty of fireworks to signify the closing of a year riddled with the lingering pandemic, a historic winter storm, and a relentless hail season. Many of our policyholders were impacted by these catastrophic events; and Germania has been there to assist these policyholders with their covered losses. We will see what the weather has in store for us in 2022. As this is the winter issue of Germania Today, we felt it would be appropriate to focus on being proactive for the upcoming winter season. Many of us were caught off- guard with the freezing temperatures, snow, and ice last year and will be more prepared this season. In this issue, you will find a handy checklist to help you winterize your property, home, and vehicle before the temperatures fall. From covering outdoor pipes to inspecting your attic, now is the time to brush up on your winterization essentials, and we’re here to help make sure all your bases are covered. Were you one of thousands of Texans who installed or purchased a portable generator? If so, we want to make sure you know the ins and outs of your new appliance – including how it is covered under your Germania Farm Mutual policy – in “5 things you need to know about home generators.”
Finally, we are helping you put together your roadside emergency kit in the event you are stuck out on the roads and need temporary assistance. Our goal is for all of our policyholders to be adequately prepared for the variety of situations Mother Nature may throw our way this winter. I would like to close with a note of deepest sympathy for the family and friends of the late Russell Janecka. Russell passed away unexpectedly in September last year, leaving our Germania family in shock and grief. Russell was a member of the Germania Farm Mutual Board of Directors and a longtime agent based in Victoria. More importantly, he was our dear friend and a positive advocate in the insurance industry. He will be deeply missed. At Germania, we strive to embody our principle of bearing one another ’s burdens in everything we do, whether that is through exceptional claims service, preparation for impending weather events, or providing support during a loss. It is who we are and will continue to be a new year ’s resolution with each passing year. I hope you had an enjoyable holiday season. As always, thank you for trusting Germania with your insurance needs.
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