The Griffith Foundation and APCIA Honor John C. Roche with 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award

The Hanover Insurance Group President and CEO recognized for distinguished industry leadership and commitment to insurance education

MALVERN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Institutes Griffith Foundation and the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) today honored John C. “Jack” Roche, president and chief executive officer of The Hanover Insurance Group, with the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award during the APCIA Annual Meeting in Boston, Mass.

Presented by Katherine Horowitz, CPCU, president of The Institutes®, the award recognizes Roche’s longstanding commitment to insurance education, his support of the missions of the Griffith Foundation and APCIA, and his contributions to the property and casualty insurance industry.

For more than two decades, the Griffith Foundation and APCIA have partnered to recognize industry leaders whose commitment to education and service has helped advance the missions of both organizations.

“Jack’s career embodies the leadership this award was created to honor,” said Horowitz. “Across more than four decades in property and casualty insurance, he has made education a priority, generously sharing his knowledge and opening doors for others to learn and grow. It is an honor to celebrate that commitment.”

“Jack has earned the respect of colleagues across our industry through his thoughtful leadership, deep experience, and commitment to the people and organizations he serves," said David A. Sampson, president and chief executive officer of APCIA. “He has always understood that leadership extends beyond any one company. It’s also about giving back, sharing what you know, and helping prepare the next generation to lead. Jack has done that throughout his career, and he is very deserving of this honor.”

Roche has more than 40 years of experience in the property and casualty insurance industry. He joined The Hanover in 2006 and was appointed president and CEO in 2017, following several senior leadership roles across the company's personal and commercial insurance businesses.

Under his leadership, The Hanover has strengthened its position in the independent agency channel, delivered strong financial performance, and continued to invest in the capabilities needed to serve its agents and customers.

Beyond his executive responsibilities, Roche has been an active contributor to the broader insurance community. He serves as a member of The Institutes Board of Trustees, on APCIA's board of directors, and on the board of overseers of St. John's University Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science.

Roche announced earlier this year that he will retire as president and CEO of The Hanover at the end of 2026, concluding a distinguished career spanning more than four decades.

About The Institutes Griffith Foundation

The Institutes Griffith Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-advocative educational organization dedicated to providing unbiased information about risk management and insurance through educational programs for public policymakers. The Griffith Foundation is affiliated with The Institutes, a leading provider of risk management and insurance education.

About The Institutes

The Institutes® are a not-for-profit dedicated to helping people and organizations succeed in the essential disciplines of risk management and insurance. Through numerous affiliated business units and brands, we educate, elevate, and connect students, professionals, and organizations by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and collaboration they need to tackle the most complex risk management and insurance challenges. Backed by more than 115 years as a trusted knowledge partner, we empower people and organizations to create a more resilient world.

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About APCIA

The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) is the primary national trade association for home, auto, and business insurers. APCIA promotes and protects the viability of private competition for the benefit of consumers and insurers, with a legacy dating back 150 years. APCIA members represent all sizes, structures, and regions—protecting families, communities, and businesses in the U.S. and across the globe.

About The Hanover

The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. is the holding company for several property and casualty insurance companies, which together constitute one of the largest insurance businesses in the United States. The company provides exceptional insurance solutions through a select group of independent agents and brokers. Together with its agent partners, The Hanover offers standard and specialized insurance protection for small and mid-sized businesses, as well as for homes, automobiles, and other personal items.