CELINA, Ohio, Oct. 7, 2026 — Halle Hemmelgarn, Regulatory Compliance Analyst at Celina Insurance Group, recently earned the Associate in Insurance (AINS) designation.

The AINS program is a specialized curriculum administered by The Institutes, an organization dedicated to providing accreditation and continuing education to insurance professionals. Hemmelgarn earned this recognition after completing courses on insurance and ethics and passing the required exams.

“I enjoy conducting legislative and regulatory analysis and determining how changes may impact Celina’s operations and the insurance industry at large,” Hemmelgarn said. “This designation provided me with a foundational understanding of core insurance and risk management principles to facilitate my work.”

Hemmelgarn attended the University of Cincinnati, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in communication with a minor in political science. She joined Celina in 2025.

“Halle’s eagerness to pursue a deeper understanding of our industry will amplify her current analysis work and enable further growth and development. To achieve this designation within the first year of employment in a new field is no small feat. We’re pleased to have Halle on our team,” Caitlin Bair, Compliance Manager, said.

About Celina Insurance Group

Celina Insurance Group is comprised of four mutual property and casualty insurance companies. The companies provide protection for autos, homes, businesses and farms through more than 300 independent agencies in five states. Founded in 1914 with headquarters in Celina, Ohio, the organization is committed to supporting its policyholders and communities.