Buckner Named 2025 Sapphire Agency by Auto-Owners Insurance

Sapphire Agency Award

We are excited to share that Buckner has been recognized as a 2025 Sapphire Agency by Auto-Owners Insurance! This award honors the top three agencies for property and casualty new business growth, and we are proud to have finished first in our region.

Meet the Expert: Doug Ball – Construction & Surety Specialist

Doug Ball Meet the Expert

Doug Ball brings nearly 50 years of experience in the insurance industry. He’s dedicated his career to supporting construction companies and real estate developers through complex insurance and surety bond challenges. After graduating from Boise State University, Doug began his career in 1976 with Fireman’s Fund in Salt Lake City as a casualty underwriter. This early underwriting foundation gave him a deep understanding of how risk is evaluated, priced, and managed by carriers.

Q4 Loss Control Newsletter 2025

Our Quarterly Loss Control Newsletter exists to meet that need by delivering relevant, timely content that extends well beyond insurance policies and supports informed decision-making.

Meet the Expert: Camren Applegate – Navigating the Complexity of Employee Benefits

Camren Applegate, Meet the expert

My role as an Employee Benefits advisor is to help clients navigate the complexity of employee benefits in a way that supports both their financial goals and the wellbeing of their employees. That means developing customized strategies, staying informed on regulatory changes, and providing ongoing support through annual reviews and adjustments as organizations evolve.

Nick Boam – 2026 IBA Hot 100 Recipient

Nick Boam recipient of Insurance Business of America's Hot 100 2026 award

We are proud to announce that Nick Boam, Client Advisor at The Buckner Company, has been named to Insurance Business America’s 2026 Hot 100 list. This recognition highlights 100 insurance professionals across the U.S. who made a measurable impact over the past year.

Local Community Impact

As we enter the holiday season, we’re reflecting on the extraordinary ways our Buckner team shows up for our communities all year long. What our employees contribute goes far beyond their day-to-day work. They serve meals, mentor youth, sit on boards, teach in classrooms, and support causes across the country. Their impact is meaningful, both to those they serve and to the industry we represent.