Leadership

Staci Matheney

President, Peoples Insurance

Staci has over 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. As the leader of Peoples Insurance Agency, she is responsible for the day-to-day operations, and she coordinates efforts for this division across the comprehensive line of financial services offered by the bank. Staci is located at the Peoples Bank Putnam Street office in Marietta, Ohio.

Email: [email protected]

Commercial Insurance

Luke Bailey

Commercial Producer

Luke is located in Huntington, West Virginia, and his role is to assist clients in finding the best insurance policy for their needs. He is licensed in Property and Casualty and Life and Health insurance in Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia. Luke is pursuing his CPCU designation. 

Email: [email protected]

Dustin Brown

Dustin Brown

VP, Commercial Insurance Agent

Dustin has over 14 years of experience in the insurance industry. His role is to help clients choose the right coverage for their commercial needs, providing guidance and excellent customer service. He is located at our Vienna Grand Central branch in West Virginia.

Email: [email protected]

Gail Carter

VP, Commercial Producer

Gail is located in Russell, Kentucky, and began her career in the insurance industry in 1986. She started the Peoples Insurance division in the Kentucky region in October 2000. She loves her work, helping clients gain a better understanding of their insurance needs and giving them peace of mind.

Email: [email protected]

Earlena Duncan

Earlena Duncan

VP, Commercial Insurance Producer

Earlena is an insurance professional with over 30 years of experience as Managing Agent of The Elite Insurance Agency. Known for her deep industry knowledge and client-first approach, she has been a trusted resource for businesses. She now continues that legacy as part of the Peoples Bank Insurance team, serving Inez, Kentucky.

Email: [email protected]

Joe Hickey

Joe Hickey

Insurance Producer

Joe is the previous owner of TWIG Insurance Group and now uses his specialization to serve Peoples Insurance clients in Springboro, Ohio. Backed by over 10 years of industry experience with firms like State Farm, AAA, and Brooker Insurance, he brings both expertise and a client-first mindset. Joe is dedicated to simplifying insurance and supporting long-term personal success.

Email: [email protected]

Kathy Lanese

VP, Commercial Insurance Producer

As an independent agent for over 30 years, Kathy understands the insurance marketplace. Accessing over 35 insurance carriers and specialty programs enables her to build the most comprehensive and competitive solutions. She makes her home in Beachwood, Ohio.

Email: [email protected]

Casey Lequire

Casey Lequire

SVP, Sales Manager

Casey is responsible for leading sales and retention efforts for commercial lines insurance and is located at the Prestonsburg, Kentucky, branch. He has served the industry for over 13 years, working in multiple areas, including commercial lines, personal lines, life, health, operations, and sales management.

Email: [email protected]

David Lucas

VP, Commercial Insurance Agent

David’s role is to provide insurance solutions and advice by assisting businesses to prepare and protect their organizational assets. He works and resides in Ashland, Kentucky.

Email: [email protected]

Caleb Miller

Commercial Lines Junior Producer

Caleb serves the Cleveland, Akron, and surrounding areas from the Beachwood Insurance office in Ohio. His focus is to help clients protect their assets while providing excellent customer service.

Email: [email protected]

David Mitchem

SVP, Commercial Sales Executive

David is a trusted advisor to his commercial clients, developing risk management programs. David handles client relationships primarily in Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, and is located at our Marietta, Ohio, Putnam Street office.

Email: [email protected]

Employee Benefits

Angie Bryant

VP, Employee Benefits Specialist

Angie Bryant has over 22 years of experience in the employee benefits industry, and her role is to help clients develop a long-term strategy for managing their employee benefits program. You can find Angie at our Jackson, Ohio, branch.

Email: [email protected]

Patrick Ball

VP, Employee Benefits Specialist

Patrick’s role is to provide insurance solutions and strategic planning to help businesses attract and retain quality employees. He is licensed in Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky. Patrick is located at our Jackson, Ohio, branch.

Email: [email protected]

Jeff Starcher

VP, Employee Benefits Advisor

Jeff’s role is to help clients identify their insurance needs and educate them on the health industry. He is experienced in large and small-group employee benefits and helps with Individual and Key Man Life insurance products. He is located at the Marietta, Ohio, Putnam Street office.

Email: [email protected]

Rowdy Williams

Employee Benefits Specialist

Rowdy is an experienced Employee Benefits Specialist, helping organizations and employees navigate their benefit programs and options. He focuses on delivering clear guidance and tailored solutions to meet each one’s unique needs. Rowdy can be found at the Marietta, Ohio, Putnam Street office.

Email: [email protected]

Personal Insurance

Marci Davis

AVP, Insurance Producer

Marci can be found in many branches; however, our Vienna Grand Central branch in West Virginia is her home office. Marci became an insurance agent because she wanted to help people navigate complex coverages and provide them peace of mind. She enjoys advising clients on the multiple products and services available while helping them make the best possible decisions.

Email: [email protected]

Barry Clark

Barry Clark

VP, Sales Team Lead

Barry specializes in coverage analysis and a holistic risk management approach to help clients find comprehensive solutions for their personal insurance needs. His office is located in Pikeville, Kentucky.

Email: [email protected]

Sidney Forbes

Sidney Forbes

Insurance Producer

Sidney is a personal lines insurance producer based in our McConnelsville, Ohio, office. She brings a strong background in client account management and renewals to help individuals protect what matters most. Her experience in both insurance service and social services supports a thoughtful, client-first approach.

Email: [email protected]

Agent Jordan Newman

Jordan Newman

Insurance Producer

A licensed personal insurance producer in Property, Casualty, Life, and Health, Jordan is passionate about helping clients understand the different types of policies so they can choose coverage with confidence. Located in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, he enjoys fishing, hunting, hiking, and spending time outdoors.

Email: [email protected]

Kim Roberts

Kim Roberts

Insurance Producer

Kim owned and operated an independent insurance agency, which merged with Peoples Insurance in August 2019. As a third-generation independent agent and owner with over 35 years of experience, Kim has built many long-lasting relationships with her clients, and she currently works out of the McConnelsville, Ohio, office.

Email: [email protected]

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