Harford Mutual Insurance Group

Bel Air – October 19, 2026 -- Harford Mutual Insurance Group's policyholders' surplus has grown from $89 million in 2006 to $489 million as of September 30, 2026, over the 20-year tenure of President and CEO Steven D. Linkous.

Linkous becomes third-longest-serving president in 1842 insurer's history

Linkous took the top job on October 16, 2006, as only the 10th president since the company was founded in 1842. Only John Carroll Walsh, who served 29 years, and Richard Dallam, who served 45 years, have led the company longer. Linkous joined HMIG in 1985 as a Microcomputer Programmer and Agency Support Specialist and also sits on the Board of Directors.

Bel Air – October 15, 2026 -- Jeffrey S. Rink, Executive Vice President of Harford Mutual Insurance Group, has joined the Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation Board, adding a healthcare philanthropy role to a career spanning more than 35 years in insurance.

Rink brings 17 years of Harford Mutual experience to the foundation board

Rink joined Harford Mutual in 2009 and has served as Executive Vice President since 2021. The company credits him with helping guide its strategic growth and community engagement efforts during his tenure.

Prior board roles include presidency of The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region's governing board

Rink previously served on The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region's Foundation Board. He also held leadership positions on its Governing Board, including Vice President and President.

He also volunteers with Harford Family House, where he serves on the Annual Golf Outing Committee.