Topel Joins Hays Cos. in Chicago as President of Property/Casualty

Hays Companies announced Steve Topel has joined its Chicago operations as president of property and casualty. He will be responsible for spearheading new business development, overall office leadership, and recruiting great people.

Topel joins Hays Companies with extensive leadership experience. He served as the president and chief sales officer of The Horton Group, as well as president and chief executive officer of JMB Insurance for seven years. He has successfully run operations in the Illinois marketplace, along with Indiana, Wisconsin and Tennessee.

In addition, Topel is active as a board director for The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers. He is also involved on the board of directors for the Sinai Health System, working to assist populations who have limited access to healthcare.

Hays Companies specializes in risk management, insurance and employee benefits.

Source: Hays Companies