Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company Sponsors UMO Homecoming
October 4, 2024
Contact: Rhonda Jessup, Director of Public Relations
MOUNT OLIVE, NC – The University of Mount Olive has announced that Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company will be the presenting sponsor for its highly anticipated 2024 Homecoming Weekend. This year’s theme, “Celebrating the Art and Soul of UMO,” reflects the rich culture and community spirit that the event will show case. The festivities, scheduled for November 15 – 16, promise a vibrant lineup of activities for alumni, students, churches, and community members.
“Atlantic Casualty has been a faithful supporter since 1994, touching various areas of the University,” said Dr. Twyla Wells, Vice President for University Advancement. “We are thrilled to have them expand their partnership this year as the first-ever UMO Homecoming Sponsor!”
The weekend’s activities will feature engaging events, including a fall festival with an afternoon of concerts from diverse musical genres, food trucks, vendor booths, and a Kid’s Korner. Other highlights include the Annual Golf Tournament, the Trojan Trot 5K Walk/Run, and special Alumni and Hall of Fame awards ceremonies. The Pickle Classic basketball games will serve as the grand finale, embodying the competitive spirit and pride of UMO.
“Atlantic Casualty is proud to be the presenting sponsor for this year’s Homecoming,” said CEO Brett Strickland. “Our longstanding relationship with the University of Mount Olive has allowed us to support its mission of educational excellence, and we are excited to help make this year’s celebration the best yet.”
To make reservations or learn more about Homecoming Weekend, visit www.umo.edu/homecoming. Contact Christal Howell at chowell@umo.edu or call 919-658-7704 for inquiries or event details.
About Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company
Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company (Atlantic Casualty) was formed by Strickland InsuranceGroup (SIG) in 1983 to underwrite a substantial book of non-standard personal auto. By the late 1990’s, the book had grown to over $100 million of premium in seven states. In 1998 the decision was made to refocus the company in commercial products. Our current product lines include Commercial General Liability, Commercial Package, Inland Marine, Ocean Marine, Commercial Property, Boiler and Machinery and Commercial Auto (NC only). These products are distributed exclusively through Managing General Agencies. In January of 2016, Atlantic Casualty and SIG were acquired and became part of the Auto-Owners Insurance Group. Auto- Owners Insurance Group has been in business for over 100 years and has been ranked among the Fortune 500 for the over 13 years. Written premium for the group is over $10 billion annually, with an A.M. Best rating of A++ (Superior).
With offices in Goldsboro, NC; Hartford, CT; Scottsdale, AZ; and Richmond, VA; Atlantic Casualty has positioned itself to better serve its agency force and has authority in fifty states including Washington, DC. Hard work and solid results over the past 40 years have earned Atlantic Casualty an A+ (Superior) IX (financial size) rating from A.M. Best. Atlantic Casualty offers our agency partners excellent insurance products, state of the art technology, financial strength, and stability. Follow them on LinkedIn and Facebook.
About the University of Mount Olive
The University of Mount Olive is a private institution rooted in the liberal arts tradition with defining Christian values. It was founded by the Convention of Original Free Will Baptists. For more information, visit www.umo.edu.
