Erie Insurance has named a new chairman, keeping leadership within the family.
After more than 20 years as chairman of the board, Thomas B. Hagen is stepping into the role of chairman emeritus. His son, Jonathan Hirt Hagen, has been unanimously elected as the company’s new chairman.
Jonathan Hagen has served on the board since 2005 and as vice chairman since 2013. He is also the grandson of Erie Insurance co‑founder H.O. Hirt. The company says the leadership transition honors its history while ensuring continuity and stability…