Progressive Announces Chief Human Resource Officer

MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Progressive Corporation today announced the appointment of Valerie Krasowski as the Chief Human Resource Officer, effective immediately. Ms. Krasowski, 43, who currently serves as Special Lines General Manager overseeing the marketing, product development and pricing of Progressive’s market leading motorcycle, ATV, RV, boat and personal watercraft products, first joined Progressive in 1987 as an Information Systems Analyst. Ms. Krasowski has served in various capacities since then including product manager and regional marketing director. She also served as the Company’s business leader for compensation and benefits, a position that reported to the Chief Human Resource Officer. Ms. Krasowski has a bachelor’s degree from Miami University (Ohio) and an MBA from Baldwin Wallace College.

CEO and President Glenn Renwick said: “Val’s more than 20 years of Progressive experience and her deep understanding of our culture and values have prepared her well for this role. She is uniquely suited to lead the human resources group in ensuring we put our people first and that our culture and values are passed on to those who are new to the organization.”

Ms. Krasowski will report to Mr. Renwick in her new role.

A search for a new Special Lines General Manager will begin immediately.

About Progressive

The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, in business since 1937, is one of the country’s largest auto insurance groups, the largest seller of motorcycle and personal watercraft policies, and a market leader in commercial auto insurance based on premiums written.

Progressive is committed to becoming consumers’ #1 choice for auto insurance by providing competitive rates and innovative products and services that meet drivers’ needs throughout their lifetimes, including superior online and in-person customer service, and best-in-class, 24-hour claims service, such as its concierge level of claims service available at service centers located in major metropolitan areas throughout the United States.

Progressive companies offer consumers choices in how to shop for, buy and manage their auto insurance policies. Progressive offers its products, including personal and commercial auto, motorcycle, boat and recreational vehicle insurance, through more than 30,000 independent insurance agencies throughout the U.S. and online and by phone directly from the Company. Private passenger auto products and prices are different when purchased directly from Progressive or through independent agencies. To find an agent or to get a quote, go to www.progressive.com.

The Common Shares of The Progressive Corporation, the Mayfield Village, Ohio-based holding company, are publicly traded at (NYSE:PGR).