Anderson Hired as Colorado Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company CEO


CENTENNIAL, Colo., July 14, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance Company (CFBI) is pleased to announce that Jack Anderson has joined the company as CEO/General Manager.

Anderson fills the position recently vacated by Kent Fairchild, who retired in June after years of dedicated service to the company.

Anderson has 31 years of insurance experience, and began his career as a claims adjuster before rising through the ranks to hold positions including state claims manager. Most recently, he was vice president of claims for Southern Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company, a position he held for the past 11 years.

Anderson has spent the majority of his career with SFBCIC, which is comprised of seven state Farm Bureau insurance companies, including CFBI, and currently holds an A.M. Best rating of A++.

Anderson is excited about the opportunities Colorado holds and he is looking forward to enjoying the state's beauty and outdoor activities. He and his wife of 30 years have three grown sons and one grandson.

For more information about CFBI, or to schedule an interview with Mr. Anderson, please contact Kathleen Stelmach, Executive Assistant, at 303-749-7601.

About Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance Company

Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance has been servicing the insurance needs of Coloradoans for over 50 years. Originally started to protect the unique needs of farmers and ranchers, CFBI has grown to encompass a full spectrum of insurance products including: Home, Auto, Business, Life, Health, Long Term Care, Disability Income, and Financial Services. Learn more about CFBI by visiting our website at www.cfbmic.com.

Life insurance and annuities offered through Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company, West Des Moines, Iowa. Long Term Care and Disability Income insurance offered through companies not associated with Farm Bureau companies.



            

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