Holmes Murphy

A milestone worth celebrating! For 35 years, Kip Augspurger has helped clients tackle complex challenges while building the trusted relationships that are at the heart of everything we do. His commitment to serving clients and supporting teammates has made a lasting impact on our organization, and we're proud to recognize this incredible anniversary. Thank you, Kip, for 35 years of making a difference. Congratulations!

Are you measuring the metrics that actually move your business forward? Join us on Tuesday, October 6, for a great conversation with Maxim Consulting Group to learn more about how leading contractors are using KPIs to identify issues sooner to improve margin and mitigate risk.

Behind every great organization are people who care deeply for others, both inside and outside the workplace. At Holmes Murphy, we believe supporting our team members means recognizing the whole person, including the roles they play as caregivers, advocates, volunteers, and pillars of support for their families and communities. That's why we're proud to celebrate our annual Heart & Soul Caregiver Award recipients, who embody compassion, empathy, and service in everything they do. This year's honorees (Jon St. Aubin, Amanda Joubert, Andie Toledo and Melany Benge) remind us that caring for others isn't just something you do. It's a reflection of who you are. Their stories reflect a culture where people come first and where supporting one another is more than a value. As we continue to grow and evolve, our commitment to our people remains at the heart of everything we do.

In our People Behind Our Power series, we highlight the individuals who make an impact every day. Today, we're proud to spotlight Christie Davis, a Sr. Sales Business Partner on our Brokerage Services team in the Waukee office. Christie partners with our sales leadership team to support talent, improve sales effectiveness, and execute strategic initiatives that fuel the growth of our brokerage business, helping our producers stay focused on serving their clients and prospects. At Holmes Murphy, investing in our people is at the core of everything we do. Interested in building a career in insurance where growth and people truly matter? Learn more: https://okt.to/tQkDp3.

Cost, prevalence, and the condition. That's where every population health conversation should start. From there, we build an employee benefits plan around what's actually impactable, so you're not just reacting to data, you're improving outcomes and lowering cost.

In our People Behind Our Power series, we're proud to spotlight Tracy Brennan, AVP, Team Lead, Employee Benefits in our Kansas City office. For more than 25 years in the industry, Tracy has built her career in insurance around serving clients, mentoring future leaders, and making a meaningful impact through relationships built on trust. As the leader of our Employee Benefits service team, Tracy helps clients navigate complex challenges while also investing in the growth of the next generation of professionals. Her passion for mentorship, commitment to ethical business practices, and dedication to creating exceptional client experiences embody what makes Holmes Murphy unique. Our independent culture empowers talented individuals like Tracy to grow their careers, become owners, and help shape the future of our organization. Her story is a powerful reminder that success is built on people, purpose, and the communities we create together.

Some careers leave an impact. Others help shape who we are. Today, we're celebrating an extraordinary milestone as Roger Frank marks 55 years with Holmes Murphy. At Holmes Murphy, we believe our people are our greatest differentiator, and Roger exemplifies that every day. His dedication to serving others, sharing knowledge, and building lasting partnerships has left a meaningful mark on our clients, our team, and our culture. Roger, thank you for 55 incredible years of leadership, service, and impact. We are grateful for the example you've set and the many lives you've influenced along the way.

Recognition is meaningful, but the relationships behind it matter even more. We're excited to announce that Holmes Murphy's offices in Waukee, Dallas, Minneapolis, Omaha, and Sioux Falls have been named 2026 Top-Rated Benefits Consultants by Mployer Advisor. This recognition reflects the incredible work of our Benefits Consulting teams and the trust our clients place in us every day. Thank you to our clients, partners, and team members who continue to challenge us to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional service. Congratulations to our Benefits Consulting teams on this well-deserved achievement!

Forty years of showing up for clients, colleagues, and our culture is something truly worth celebrating. Today, we're recognizing Denise Pfister on an incredible 40-year anniversary with Holmes Murphy. Over the years, Denise has built a reputation as a trusted advisor, respected leader, and dependable teammate. Whether supporting clients through challenges, mentoring those around her, or helping drive our organization forward, she has consistently led with expertise, integrity, and a genuine commitment to others. Denise, thank you for your dedication, leadership, and partnership throughout the years. We are grateful for all you've contributed and proud to celebrate this remarkable milestone with you.

What does it really mean to practice within the standard of care, and how can seemingly harmless contract language create unnecessary risk? Sr. Account Executive Jake Winkler breaks down why the standard of care is about reasonable professional judgment instead of perfection and shares guidance on contracts, documentation, communication, and early claim prevention.