Peel & Holland Insurance KY Team

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Roy Riley

President & CEO
Keith Riley

Senior Vice President - Business Insurance
Kelly Harding

Vice President - Benefits & Wellness
Eric Stuber

Associate Vice President - Systems & Technology
Jessica Jeffress

Associate Vice President - Business Insurance & Employee Benefits
Lindsay Burkeen

Senior Director - Family Insurance
Allie Gibbs

Marketing Manager
Amanda Wallace

Business Account Manager
Becky Hunt

Director - Carrier Relations & Development
Beth Brewer

Senior Business Account Administrator
Brittney Stinnett

Risk Advisor
Carolyn Dowdy

Special Services Administrator
Cassie Barnhart

Wellness Account Manager
Christie Oakley

Family Account Manager
Cindy Davis

Business Support Specialist
Clare Boggess

Controller
Clinton Combs

Manager - Public Entity
Crystal Reid

Risk Advisor
Debbie Draffen

Operations Specialist
DJ Story

Benefits Risk Advisor
Don Frizzell

Risk Advisor
Greg Carlton

Senior Benefits Advisor
Greg McNutt

Benefits, Life & LTD Advisor
Heather Elliott Nesler

Benefits Risk Advisor
Janice Winder

Human Resources Generalist
Jerry Pace

Senior Vice President - Public Entity
Jill Lewis

Benefits Risk Advisor
John Williams

Risk Advisor
Kara Shoulta

Family Account Manager
Karah McNally

Family Account Manager
Karmen Womble

Family Account Manager
Kelli Jo Thurmond

Benefits Account Manager
Kenny Roth

Risk Advisor
Kim Brandt

Director - Marketing
Kim Hiebert

Benefits Account Manager
Lauren Archer

Benefits Account Manager
Lorrie Haase

Senior Business Account Manager
Mandy Thurman

Benefits Risk Advisor
Marla Knight-Dutille

Benefits Account Executive
Meghann Lillard

Benefits Account Manager
Misty Meyer

Senior Business Account Administrator
Nancy Litchfield

Special Services Administrator
Nora Gipson

Business Account Manager
Paige Adams

Benefits Account Manager
Paul Corder

Director - Sales
Sherry Orr

Sr. Benefits Account Administrator
Suphat Yoopensuk

Information Technology Specialist
Tom Wheeler

Vice President - Property & Casualty
Tori Taylor

Family Account Manager
Tyler Bohannon

Benefits Account Manager
Valerie DeJarnett

Staff Accountant

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Roy Riley

President & CEO

CPCU, AAI

As president of Peel & Holland, one of Roy’s primary responsibilities is to be a high-level strategic advisor for our larger clients. His experience in risk consulting has assisted our clients in eliminating substantial risks, thus adding dollars to their bottom lines. Roy also implements the strategic direction for Peel & Holland established by the company’s leadership team. Roy has 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. He has his bachelor of business administration in insurance, risk management and finance from the University of Memphis. Roy and his wife Jennifer, who live in Murray, are very involved with their church. Roy and Jennifer have two children, Hannah and Coleman.

Phone: 270.527.6119
Email: rriley@peelholland.com
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Keith Riley

Senior Vice President - Business Insurance

AAI, CWCA

Keith, who has more than 20 years of experience in insurance and financial services, serves as a business risk consultant in the Corporate Solutions Group at Peel & Holland. His focus is on designing and implementing SolutionPRO plans that identify and address clients’ risks, helping them to control costs, avoid pitfalls, maximize investments and grow the value of their companies. He is one of the foremost experts in our region on property and casualty insurance, as well as bonding and captive insurance programs. He has his bachelor of business administration in insurance and risk management from Eastern Kentucky University. Keith and his wife Jan reside in Benton with their sons, Chase and Collin.

Phone: 270.527.6103
Email: kriley@peelholland.com
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Kelly Harding

Vice President - Benefits & Wellness

Kelly works with employers to design and implement effective benefit programs. He has a strong focus on public entity employers working statewide with groups from 2 -250 employees and he co-manages the Kentucky Association of Counties (KACo) Association Health Plan. This association health plan works with over 150 public entity employer groups serving more than 4000 employees.

Kelly joined Peel & Holland in 2016 when his agency, Harding Benefits Consulting, merged with Peel & Holland. He received a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Kentucky in 1985. Since that time, he has worked with national firms in sales, sales management, and sales training with a focus on a consultative approach to client solutions. He guides his clients through a strategic planning process creating personalized strategies in managing insurance plans, risk planning, employee benefits plan development, human resources, plan compliance and wellness programs.

Kelly has a Healthcare Consulting license and has earned certification from the American College of Financial Professionals in Healthcare Reform Studies. Kelly and his family reside in Franklin.

Phone: 270.253.3294
Email: kharding@peelholland.com
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Eric Stuber

Associate Vice President - Systems & Technology

AAI, AINS

Eric joined Peel & Holland in 2012. He is responsible for maintaining and securing the agency’s technical infrastructure. He works with the principals and Executive Committee to help direct the agency’s vision by using technology to facilitate the agency’s goals for growth and success. He provides technical support to team members, enabling them to increase their productivity and allowing them to provide the best level of service to our clients. Eric studied mechanical engineering at the University of Kentucky and has 14 years of experience in computer science and information technology. Most recently, Eric earned his AINS designation. Prior to beginning work at Peel & Holland, he was the network administrator for the City of Paducah. Eric resides in Paducah.

Phone: 270.527.6157
Email: estuber@peelholland.com
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Jessica Jeffress

Associate Vice President - Business Insurance & Employee Benefits

MBA

Jessica joined Peel & Holland in 2009 as an account manager for family clients. She then moved into business development for the agency, in which she works on various branding, marketing, design and sales projects. She helps develop and implement special programs for the agency’s risk advisors and service groups. Jessica also works to improve the agency’s efficiencies in its use of technology and the programs available to its service teams. She is a 2008 graduate of Murray State University with a bachelor of science degree in journalism, and a 2012 graduate of Murray State with a masters in business administration. Jessica, her husband David, and their children, Sagan and Nolan, live in Murray.

Phone: 270.527.6180
Email: jjeffress@peelholland.com
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Lindsay Burkeen

Senior Director - Family Insurance

Lindsay joined Peel & Holland in August 2000. She graduated from Marshall County High School in 2001 and continued her education at West Kentucky Community & Technical College, graduating in December 2003 with an Associate of Arts degree with distinction. Lindsay is a licensed agent in both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. She works with prospective and future family clients to provide them with comprehensive personal insurance solutions. She and her husband, Dustin, live in Draffenville with their daughters, Allie and Maddie.

Phone: 270.527.6118
Email: lburkeen@peelholland.com
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Allie Gibbs

Marketing Manager

Allie is a Marketing Manager who partners with the Peel & Holland team to design and create marketing plans and materials, coordinate and plan professional events, and grow the Peel & Holland brand. After spending over a decade working in marketing for various companies, Allie knows how to create a clear message and drive attendance at events to engage each of our local communities.

Allie is passionate about team culture and helping grow leaders of our communities through professional events like the Global Leadership Summit and Next Steps. She holds a BA in marketing from Murray State University and lives in Murray with her husband Scott, and two kiddos – Quinn and Harrison. She is active in their church and enjoys running, photography, traveling, and the outdoors.

Phone: 270.527.6102
Email: agibbs@peelholland.com
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Amanda Wallace

Business Account Manager

CLCS

Amanda is a Marshall County native who joined the Peel & Holland family in February of 2018. Her role as Account Manager focuses on bringing a great experience to the clients of Peel & Holland on both the Commercial Property/Casualty and Public Entity ends of the spectrum. With around 17 years of customer service experience, her strengths are well-suited for the role. Since joining Peel & Holland, Amanda has been licensed in Property & Casualty insurance and is working toward her Accredited Advisor of Insurance Certification. She currently resides in Marshall County with her dogs Lucy & Arlo and enjoys mountain biking, dirt biking, hiking, and any time spent at the lake.

Phone: 270.582.1638
Email: awallace@peelholland.com
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Becky Hunt

Director - Carrier Relations & Development

CIC, AAI

Becky joined Peel & Holland in 1999. She serves as the property and casualty senior account manager for our corporate solutions group and public entity clients. Becky has more than 20 years’ experience in commercial insurance. She has extensive experience working with large accounts such as construction contractors, industrial engineering firms, public entities, school systems and hazardous material dealers. A Paducah native and graduate of Paducah Tilghman, Becky graduated from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green in 1987 with a bachelor of arts degree in math. Becky has earned the Accredited Customer Service Representative, Accredited Advisor of Insurance and Certified Insurance Counselor designations. Becky and her husband Greg reside in Paducah. They enjoy watching UK basketball, boating on the Tennessee River, and most importantly spending time with their three daughters and three young granddaughters.

Phone: 270.582.1610
Email: bhunt@peelholland.com
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Beth Brewer

Senior Business Account Administrator

Beth has 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, all of which she has spent at Peel & Holland. Beth works on our small business unit accounts on our business team. She and her husband, Rod, live in Mayfield. They have two children and three grandchildren.

Phone: 270.804.7671
Email: bbrewer@peelholland.com
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Brittney Stinnett

Risk Advisor

Brittney joined the Peel & Holland team in February 2017 as an Associate Risk Advisor. She has five years of experience in the medical and higher education industry. She has a Bachelor of Science in nursing and a Master of Science in human development and leadership with a concentration in college student personnel. Brittney and her husband Ben live in Murray and are involved in their community and church. Brittney and Ben have two daughters, Isabelle and Lucy.

Phone: 270.527.6146
Email: bstinnett@peelholland.com
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Carolyn Dowdy

Special Services Administrator

Carolyn provides administrative support for the entire agency. A member of Peel & Holland since December 1994, she is a licensed life and health agent. She processes the agency’s mail, scanning documents to each department, and helps direct clients to the correct account manager. Carolyn lives in Benton and has two children and four grandchildren.

Phone: 270.527.6136
Email: cdowdy@peelholland.com
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Cassie Barnhart

Wellness Account Manager

ACSM EP-C

As a former collegiate soccer player, Cassie has seen the value of being active and living a holistic health and wellness lifestyle. This helped developed her passion for helping others on their wellness journey and drove her into a career of health and wellness. From helping in athletic training rooms, doing research in pediatric exercise physiology, interning at a cardiac rehabilitation center and working in corporate wellness, she has developed a diverse background in wellness. Her approach to wellness is much more then how active and how well you eat. She believes in a holistic approach, which ranges from physical wellness, emotional wellness, financial wellness, social wellness, spiritual wellness and occupational wellness.

Cassie graduated from Belmont University with a degree in Exercise Science and a minor in biology. She then went on to earn her masters from the University of Kentucky in Health Promotion & Kinesiology with a focus in Exercise Physiology. She also is an ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist.

Cassie’s passions in life include being active, over consuming coffee and her cat, Walter. In her free time, you can catch her at a local coffee shop or any and all MSU sporting events. Cassie and her husband, Scott, reside in Murray.

Phone: 270.804.7649
Email: cbarnhart@peelholland.com
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Christie Oakley

Family Account Manager

AAI, ACSR

Christie joined Peel & Holland in June 2012. She has more than 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, and earned her property and casualty license in 1990. Christie serves as an account manager for our family team, assisting personal lines clients with their insurance needs. She resides in Marshall County with her two sons, Logan and Colton.

Phone: 270.527.6134
Email: coakley@peelholland.com
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Cindy Davis

Business Support Specialist

Cindy joined Peel & Holland in February 1990. She assists the community and corporate solutions groups with the daily service requests from our clients. Cindy’s main duties consist of preparing certificates of insurance, handling claims and providing administrative support for the entire agency. She and her husband, Roger, reside in Marshall County. Her interests include embroidery, quilting and spending time with her two grandchildren.

Phone: 270.527.6158
Email: cdavis@peelholland.com
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Clare Boggess

Controller

MBA

Clare joined our team in May 2012. She is responsible for several accounting and financial reporting functions, including payroll, monthly/quarterly reconciliations and monitoring budgetary expenditures. She has more than 15 years’ experience in accounting, having worked in both the public and private sectors. Clare received her B.B.A. in Accounting and her M.B.A. in Finance from the University of Memphis, where she was also an All-Conference player for the Lady Tiger volleyball team. In 2009, she was inducted into the M Club Hall of Fame. She has not only been successful in business, but also as a high school volleyball coach in both Tennessee and Kentucky, bringing home a state championship in 2003. Through her work in accounting and volleyball, she has grown to understand the importance of working as a team to accomplish goals. She and her husband, Mark, reside in Murray with their son, Trey, and Labrador, “Coach”. They all enjoy playing and watching sports. Both Clare and Mark are accomplished coaches in volleyball, football and track.

Phone: 270.527.6160
Email: cboggess@peelholland.com
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Clinton Combs

Manager - Public Entity

Clinton joined the Peel & Holland team in August 2016 as a Business Development Intern and later as an Associate Risk Advisor. Clinton has a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety & Health and a Master of Science in Economic Development from Murray State University. Clinton enjoys politics, and maintains a focus on public entity clients. He currently resides in Murray, where he remains active in the community and attending Racer athletic events.

Phone: 270.527.6124
Email: ccombs@peelholland.com
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Crystal Reid

Risk Advisor

CIC

Crystal Reid, who has 20 years of business insurance experience, works with business clients to service their property and casualty insurance needs. She has her CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) designation which means she stays current with the latest insurance industry trends. She focuses on helping her clients mitigate risks, control insurance costs, and stay current with their insurance coverages.

Crystal also works closely with nonprofits in both advisor and service roles. She recently served on a nonprofit board of directors for six years. During that time, she helped them secure 3.7 million dollars for their capital campaign. In addition to nonprofits, Crystal also works closely with contractors. She teaches HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors their continuing education classes on insurance at the AGC of Western Kentucky Association a few times a year. In her free time, you can usually find Crystal on her boat at the lake. She and her husband, Eric, have 3 children and currently reside in Symsonia.

Phone: 270.582.1655
Email: creid@peelholland.com
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Debbie Draffen

Operations Specialist

CAP

Debbie, who joined Peel & Holland in 1978, is responsible for administrative assistance and tracking client relationship management deliverables for our Corporate Solutions Group clients. She is also responsible for scheduling, document compilation, administrative management, corporate record keeping and event planning. Debbie graduated from Murray State University in 1978 with an associate of arts degree in secretarial science. In 1990, she received the Certified Professional Secretary designation. She and her husband Gary reside in Draffenville and are members of Zion’s Cause Baptist Church.

Phone: 270.527.6104
Email: ddraffen@peelholland.com
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DJ Story

Benefits Risk Advisor

CSFS

DJ joined Peel & Holland in 2015. He graduated from Murray State University with a bachelor of arts degree in history. After graduation, DJ worked in sales and sales management roles at AT&T where he honed his sales and customer service skills. He then moved to Health Resources, Inc. selling their variety of dental benefit plans to employers. His primary role at Peel & Holland is managing client relationships with the team and carriers and assisting with benefit plan designs and implementation. DJ and his family live in Murray.

Phone: 270.527.6132
Email: dstory@peelholland.com
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Don Frizzell

Risk Advisor

Don started his insurance career in 1967 with Prudential Insurance and a couple years later established Frizzell Insurance Agency. In November 2017, Don joined the Peel & Holland team when his agency merged with Peel & Holland.

Don is Marshall County born and raised and resides in Benton with his wife, Pat. They have two children, Tiffany and Trent. When Don isn’t with his grandkids, you’ll find him enjoying UK basketball or golf.

Phone: 270.527.6329
Email: dfrizzell@peelholland.com
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Greg Carlton

Senior Benefits Advisor

CLU, ChFC, RHU, ChHC

Peel & Holland’s high performance professionals serve clients with innovative strategies in managing insurance plans, strategic risk consulting, employee benefits, human resources, plan compliance, and wellness programs. Greg, as Senior Vice-President, leads the benefits and wellness unit at Peel & Holland with marketing, consulting, compliance, and strategic risk and benefits management.

Greg is an author, speaker and noted expert on employee benefits, health risk, health reform and consumer-driven health design. With more than 30 years of experience in insurance and financial services, he consults and presents to clients and professional associations, providing expertise on driving innovation and strategic planning, that result in lowering costs-of-risk and improving profits while making clients more attractive employers.

Greg has his bachelor of independent studies in administrative sciences from Murray State University and has earned a number of advanced professional designations from The American College including Chartered Life Underwriter®, Chartered Financial Consultant®, Registered Health Underwriter®, and Chartered Health Consultant™. These designations represent a life-long commitment in service to clients while remaining rooted in continuing education, ethics, and making a professional pledge to deliver quality, innovative, client-centric solutions in health risk management, financial planning, and risk advisory services.

Greg and his family are actively involved in a variety of mission and outreach programs, locally and internationally.

Phone: 270.527.6141
Email: gcarlton@peelholland.com
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Greg McNutt

Benefits, Life & LTD Advisor

CLTC

Greg McNutt joined Peel & Holland in 2008 after owning and operating McNutt Insurance in Murray for 14 years. He graduated from Murray State University and is a licensed agent in property, casualty, life and health. He has more than 25 years of experience in the insurance industry. He serves as a business risk consultant within our community client group, and his principal focus is in to provide solutions to the life, health and benefits needs of his clients. He has a special interest in long-term care planning, for which he received the Certified in Long Term Care Certification in 2003. Greg was a founding member of the Murray-Calloway County Community Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to community giving.

Phone: 270.226.1681
Email: gmcnutt@peelholland.com
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Heather Elliott Nesler

Benefits Risk Advisor

Heather joined Peel & Holland in 2009 after serving as an independent agent representing Aflac in Western Kentucky. She is licensed in property, casualty, life, and health, and is pursuing the Certified Insurance Counselor designation. Heather, who has served as president of NAIFA West KY, currently serves on multiple committees in the Mayfield Rotary Club, including Program, Youth, and Scholarship. She has recently been nominated to serve on the Board of Directors of the Mayfield Graves County Chamber of Commerce. Heather focuses on offering solutions to reduce risk and increase profitability for our business clients. Her area of expertise is in the employee benefits market with a focus on voluntary benefits. You may find her on the soccer field side line or at gymnastics in off-work hours with her two daughters, with whom she resides in Graves County.

Phone: 270.804.7626
Email: hnesler@peelholland.com
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Janice Winder

Human Resources Generalist

Janice is a Human Resources Generalist who is an advocate for Peel & Holland and Riddle Insurance’s employees. She oversees the applicant hiring and onboarding processes, as well as employee benefits. Having been a Benefits Account Manager for 14 years Janice also provides support to our Benefits team.

Janice believes our employees are not only one of the most important assets and resources, she believes they are family. Janice has 16+ years of Human Resources experience, as well as banking and office manager experience. Janice is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources and holds an associate’s degree from Paducah Community College.

Phone: 270.527.6129
Email: jwinder@peelholland.com
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Jerry Pace

Senior Vice President - Public Entity

Jerry Pace plays an integral role in public entity client relationship management for the Kentucky Association of Counties, Kentucky League of Cities, and Kentucky School Boards Association. He joined the agency in 1995 when his agency, Pace Insurance, merged with Peel & Holland. Jerry has been in the insurance business for more than 35 years. He is a graduate of Murray State University with a degree in business and agriculture. He is very involved in community events and civic organizations, and enjoys golf, hunting and family activities in his spare time.

Phone: 270.582.1664
Email: jpace@peelholland.com
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Jill Lewis

Benefits Risk Advisor

Jill joined Peel & Holland’s team in 2014 as a benefits risk advisor. She has worked in insurance for the past 10 years. She assisted clients with their life, health, property and casualty needs for a national carrier for several years, then worked as an independent contractor to provide crop insurance to clients. Jill is an expert at assessing the needs of her clients and putting a plan into place to ensure their long-term success. She lives in Fulton and loves spending time with her family.

Phone: 270.527.6168
Email: jlewis@peelholland.com
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John Williams

Risk Advisor

John joined Peel & Holland in April 2011. He is a licensed agent in property, casualty, life and health, and graduated with a bachelor of science in math and political science from Lambuth University. John’s career began in commercial banking, where he focused on marketing and business development. He worked to partner with local businesses through his position as director of Murray-Calloway County Chamber of Commerce. After eight years with the Chamber, he transitioned to insurance and risk management. John’s focus is working with businesses and individuals to build property and casualty insurance and risk management programs.

Phone: 270.226.1687
Email: jwilliams@peelholland.com
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Kara Shoulta

Family Account Manager

Kara Shoulta is a Family Account Manager who works with clients and prospects to assist them in choosing personalized insurance plans to fit their family’s needs. Kara believes in the core values Peel & Holland represent and strives to live by them every day. Kara received her Property and Casualty insurance license in 2015. She has knowledge of many different insurance carriers and the coverages they offer. Kara holds an accounting degree from West Kentucky Community and Technical College.

Kara and her husband, Justin, live in Ledbetter with their two sons – Cooper and Chandler. They have two rescue fur babies, a dog named Rayne and a cat named Siddah. Her family enjoys camping, having family get-togethers, and playing outside when the weather is nice!

Phone: 270.527.6135
Email: kshoulta@peelholland.com
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Karah McNally

Family Account Manager

Karah joined the Peel & Holland team in 2019 and is a Personal Lines Account Manager who helps our family clients choose customized insurance programs to fit their needs. She believes that everyone should understand their insurance program and has a strong desire to help them achieve that.

Karah has always supported local charity programs to help those in need within the community and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Western Kentucky University.

Karah and her husband Matt, stepdaughter Delaney, and pooch Klouse live in Calloway County and enjoy taking mini-vacations to the mountains.

Phone: 270.527.6191
Email: kmcnally@peelholland.com
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Karmen Womble

Family Account Manager

CISR

Karmen joined Peel & Holland in 2011 when the agency for which she had worked for 18 years, Harris & Oliver, merged with our agency. Prior to working in insurance, she spent 15 years in banking. Karmen attended the University of Oklahoma and is a CISR and notary public for Kentucky. She helped construct the first all-woman build of a Habitat for Humanity house in 2001. She and her husband Tim live in Kevil. They are very involved in their church.

Phone: 270.582.1622
Email: kwomble@peelholland.com
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Kelli Jo Thurmond

Benefits Account Manager

Kelli Jo is a Benefits Account Manager who partners with employers in choosing an employee benefits package that best serves their organization and employees. KJ understands that choosing the right benefits package can be stressful which is why she believes in providing clarity through the entire process.

KJ currently works alongside numerous non-profits and public entities through the Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN), the Kentucky Association of Counties (KACo), and several other associations. Through her years of experience as a licensed life and health account manager, KJ has extensive knowledge in guiding employers through complex employee benefits programs.

KJ holds an associate’s degree in applied science from Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College and is also a certified respiratory therapist.

KJ and her husband Jacob live in Franklin and have 4 children – Emmi, Hanah, Jake, and Kaydee.

Phone: 270.253.1364
Email: kthurmond@peelholland.com
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Kenny Roth

Risk Advisor

Kenny earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and education from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, then worked as an assistant Division I college basketball coach at the University of Arkansas, Georgia State University and Murray State University. Kenny later continued his career in college athletics, spending five years as Associate Athletic Director and Athletic Director at Murray State. Following his tenure at Murray State, he served as President of South Eastern Book Company and most recently as Senior Vice President at CollegeBookRenter before joining the team at Peel & Holland in 2014. Kenny and his wife Beverly reside in Murray with their two sons, Jay and Luke.

Phone: 270.527.6165
Email: kroth@peelholland.com
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Kim Brandt

Director - Marketing

Kim joined Peel & Holland in 2018 as Director of Marketing. She is responsible for the creation and implementation of marketing campaigns to support our company’s goals for growth and success. Kim has worked in sales and marketing for a variety of companies, spanning from small entrepreneurial companies, global technology companies, national associations, and more recently as a successful marketing and sales enablement consultant specializing in technology start-ups. She is passionate about enabling sales teams and building brands. Kim is a talented content creator and strategic marketing professional. With hometown roots in Marshall County, KY, Kim currently resides in Carmel, Indiana with her husband Gary. They spend their free time traveling, working on their retirement property and having fun with their six grandchildren.

Phone: 270.527.6145
Email: kbrandt@peelholland.com

Kim Hiebert

Benefits Account Manager

Kim joined Peel & Holland in 1995 as a member of the employee benefits team of what at the time was Peel & Holland Security Planning. She currently serves as an account manager, managing and coordinating employee benefits programs for our public entity team. She works with clients such as county governments, libraries, ambulance services, and other public agencies throughout Kentucky. Kim is a graduate of the Wilma Boyd Career School in Pittsburgh, Penn., and prior to joining Peel & Holland worked in market administration for two major insurance companies in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, metroplex, and in purchasing and facility management in Knoxville, Tenn. Kim and her husband Rich reside in Benton, with their two children, Jared & Kaitlyn. Jared will graduate in 2011 from Murray State University with a bachelors of arts degree in computer graphics communications, and Kaitlyn is a varsity cheerleader at Marshall County High School.

Phone: 270.527.6127
Email: khiebert@peelholland.com
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Lauren Archer

Benefits Account Manager

Lauren is a Benefits Account Manager who works with companies and their employees to enhance their company benefits experience. Lauren knows that fully understanding benefits can be overwhelming, especially in an ever-changing environment. That’s why she is here to help clients navigate through not only understanding their benefits, but also putting them to use in a way that best serves each individual client. She is a firm believer in doing things the right way, not the easy way.

Lauren has been with Peel & Holland since October 2019 and has obtained her Life and Health insurance licenses. She also has over five years of combined customer service and Human Resources experience. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business from Murray State University (go Racers!), and resides in Paducah with her husband, Blake, and two pets, Copper and Rusty.

Phone: 270.527.6117
Email: larcher@peelholland.com
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Lorrie Haase

Senior Business Account Manager

Lorrie joined Peel & Holland in October 2006. She serves as a property & casualty Business Account Manager for our community clients. Lorrie spent two years at the University of California-Los Angeles studying fine arts before leaving school to raise her family. She started her career in the insurance industry in 1994 when she began working for a major insurance agency in Southern California. Her work as an Account Manager has provided her with the opportunity to service a wide range of clients. She and her husband, Allen, reside in Marshall County.

Phone: 270.527.6154
Email: lhaase@peelholland.com
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Mandy Thurman

Benefits Risk Advisor

Mandy joined Peel & Holland in 2019 as a Benefits Risk Advisor. She graduated Western Kentucky University in 2002 as a Registered Nurse. Upon graduation, she worked at The Medical Center Franklin for 12 years then went on to serve as Director of Adult Immunization Management in Owensboro. Prior to joining Peel & Holland, her role was Business Development for Graves-Gilbert Clinic. With her medical and business development knowledge, Mandy is passionate about developing programs that benefit those in her community and is excited to see how her career with Peel & Holland can expand those services. She and her husband, Josh, live in Franklin with their four children; Taylor, Raegan, Annalee, and Townes. Mandy loves traveling to Ethiopia and hopes to, one day, start a non-profit organization there.

Phone: 270.253.1365
Email: mthurman@peelholland.com
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Marla Knight-Dutille

Benefits Account Executive

Marla joined Peel & Holland in 2016 when the agency for which she had worked for 5 years, Harding Benefits Consulting, merged with our agency. She is a member of the employee benefits team and is a licensed Life and Health agent. Marla has more than 12 years’ experience in the insurance industry and also has 12 years’ experience in the non-profit sector. Prior to joining Peel & Holland, Marla served as Executive Director for the Simpson County Habitat for Humanity. She graduated from Clark University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in both Psychology and Geography.

Marla works closely with clients to implement new business and to coordinate renewals for existing clients. Additionally, she problem solves for clients and serves as a liaison between customers, insurance carriers and third-party administrators to ensure the benefits programs for our clients run smoothly.

Marla is heavily involved in the community by serving on local boards, writing grants for non-profits and is actively involved in her church. She is also an avid traveler and nature lover. Marla lives on a farm in rural Allen County with her family.

Phone: 270.253.3294
Email: Mknight-dutille@peelholland.com
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Meghann Lillard

Benefits Account Manager

Meghann joined the Peel & Holland team in 2019. Prior to that, she was the Simpson County Treasurer and Human Resources/Employee Benefits Coordinator. Her desire to help employees and businesses with their benefits is what led her to her position as a Benefits Account Manager at Peel & Holland.

Her background gives her a firsthand understanding of fiscal courts and the inner workings of county government, which helps her better serve public entities and companies alike. She understands how important insurance is to both employers and employees, and enjoys building a relationship with them both.

Meghann attended Western Kentucky University where she received her degree in Business Management. She was born and raised in Franklin, KY, where she still resides with her husband (Big) Carter and their three kids – Carter, Grayson, and Ayda.

Phone: 270.527.6166
Email: mlillard@peelholland.com
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Misty Meyer

Senior Business Account Administrator

CIC

Misty joined Peel & Holland in 1993. She has several years’ experience in the insurance industry and serves as account administrator for the agency’s business clients. She received the associate of arts degree from Paducah Community College in 1997. Misty continued her insurance education by earning her Certified Insurance Counselor designation. Misty resides in Benton with her husband Jamie and son Jasper.

Phone: 270.527.6112
Email: mmeyer@peelholland.com
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Nancy Litchfield

Special Services Administrator

Nancy Litchfield joined Peel & Holland in April 2007. She is primarily responsible for welcoming guests and clients to our office. Nancy also provides administrative support to our agency’s team members. She and her husband Lonnie live in Sharpe.

Phone: 270.527.6100
Email: nlitchfield@peelholland.com
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Nora Gipson

Business Account Manager

CLCS

Nora joined Peel & Holland in 2016 as an Associate Risk Advisor. She is a 2007 graduate of Western Kentucky University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in anthropology with a cultural concentration. She also sits on the board for Family Service Society in Paducah. Nora resides in Kevil and enjoys reading, cooking and outdoor activities.

Phone: 270.527.6143
Email: ngipson@peelholland.com
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Paige Adams

Benefits Account Manager

Paige has a BS in Public Relations/Advertising from MSU and was previously employed by Daymar College for 6 years in the areas of Admissions and Community Relations. She is very active in Paducah area charitable, civic, and professional groups. Paige, her husband Daniel, and their son, niece and nephew reside in Calvert City. Together, they enjoy traveling and spending time at the lake.

Phone: 270.527.6137
Email: padams@peelholland.com
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Paul Corder

Director - Sales

Paul is our Sales Director who partners with Risk Advisors to grow their potential earnings as well as develop their career. After spending 8 years working in the telecommunications industry, Paul knows what truly drives high performing teams. It’s how well you connect with your people and by passionately caring for them. He has a passion for helping others succeed and has led several sales teams throughout his career.

Paul holds a business degree from Murray State University. Paul and his wife Dianne live in Murray and have one son, Nash.

Phone: 270.527.6184
Email: pcorder@peelholland.com
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Sherry Orr

Sr. Benefits Account Administrator

Sherry joined the Peel & Holland team in 2020 as a Senior Benefits Account Administrator for our Employee Benefits team. She comes with a very diverse resume that brings a different perspective to helping our benefit advisors and account managers in their day-to-day activities.

After serving five years in the US Navy as a data processing technician, Sherry went on to work as a medical administrator, which lead to becoming the business operations manager for a large hospital system in the Midwest. Sherry and her husband, Joe, reside in New Concord, where they enjoy the lake and being actively involved in their church and community.

Phone: 270.527.6130
Email: sorr@peelholland.com
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Suphat Yoopensuk

Information Technology Specialist

Suphat is an Information Technology Specialist who joined the Peel & Holland team in 2019. Suphat oversees the daily performance of IT systems and maintains and administers computer networks to make sure they are being utilized in the most efficient way. He enjoys providing a positive IT experience to team members. After several years of experience in technical support and customer service, Suphat is driven by his belief that anything can be achieved if you put your heart into it.

Suphat holds a bachelor of science degree in telecommunications system management from Murray State University and was named the Paducah Sun Student of the Year in 2015. Suphat currently resides in Murray and enjoys spending time learning about new technology gadgets, playing with Millie the beagle, and traveling.

Phone: 270.527.6106

Email: syoopensuk@peelholland.com
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Tom Wheeler

Vice President - Property & Casualty

AAI, ARM

Tom entered the insurance business in 1977. Having attended Prestonsburg Community College and Murray State University, Tom enhanced his professional education by earning the Accredited Advisor in Insurance designation in 1986. He also obtained the Associate in Risk Management designation in 1990. Tom operated the Cook & Wheeler Agency until January 1987, at which time the agency merged with Peel & Holland. Actively involved in community activities beyond his professional interests, Tom served as chairman of the board of the Mayfield Jaycees, of which he is also past president. He is also past president of the Mayfield-Graves County Chamber of Commerce and the Mayfield Graves County Local Development Agency. Currently, Tom serves on the board of the Industrial Authority of Mayfield- Graves County. He and his wife Kim live in Mayfield and have three children and two grandchildren.

Phone: 270.804.7672
Email: twheeler@peelholland.com
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Tori Taylor

Family Account Manager

Tori joined Peel & Holland in 2018 as a Family Account Manager. She graduated from Marshall County High School in 2012 and continued her education studying business administration at Murray State University. Tori is a licensed agent in both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Before joining the Peel & Holland team, Tori worked at State Farm giving her the knowledge and experience to help assist our family clients. Tori’s focus is to work with both clients and prospects to assist them with choosing personalized insurance plans to fit their family’s needs. Tori currently resides in Kevil and enjoys spending time outdoors, playing with her dog Willow, spending time with her friends and family, and traveling.

Phone: 270.527.6113
Email: ttaylor@peelholland.com
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Tyler Bohannon

Benefits Account Manager

Tyler is a Marshall County native, growing up in Benton, KY all of his life. He joined the Peel & Holland team in January 2019 and is a 2013 graduate of Murray State University, earning his degree in Business Management. He has held various roles over the last 16 years in customer service and management, providing a solid foundation of knowledge that allows him to build customer relationships and manage their needs. Tyler is responsible for the day-to-day management of the needs of our benefits clients, primarily focused in small business. Tyler lives in Murray with his two children, Mia and Caleb, and their two dogs, Minnie and Daisy. He enjoys spending time with friends and family outdoors.

Phone: 270.527.6169
Email: tbohannon@peelholland.com
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Valerie DeJarnett

Staff Accountant

MBA

Valerie joined Peel & Holland in July 2010. She earned her bachelor and master degrees in business administration from Murray State University. Valerie and her husband Mason reside in Paducah with their daughters, Piper and Reese, and enjoy being involved in their church and community, as well as traveling.

Phone: 270.527.6114
Email: vdejarnett@peelholland.com
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