From Our Agribusiness Team As farmers wrap up harvest and begin planning for the next crop year, there are some important farm program decisions worth putting on the calendar. One of those is choosing between Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC). While both programs are designed to help protect farm revenue, they […]

Running a business takes time, effort, and careful financial planning. Many owners focus heavily on growing revenue, managing expenses, and reinvesting in their companies. However, one vital question often gets overlooked: Are you paying yourself strategically? Your business may bring in high revenue, but that does not automatically translate into personal wealth. Your compensation method […]

Running a business means thinking about risk every day. But while business owners work to protect their companies, it's just as important to make sure their personal assets, homes and families have the right insurance protection. Personal insurance needs can become more complex as your assets grow, your family changes and your financial responsibilities evolve. […]

We’re excited for what’s ahead for The Accel Group! Joining Marsh McLennan Agency brings new resources, capabilities, and opportunities for our clients and our team. We’re proud of where we’ve been, excited about where we’re going, and looking forward to what’s next! Read the full press release here.

Workers’ Compensation 101: Managing Claims, Reducing Risk & Getting Employees Back to Work Workers’ compensation is one of those coverages business owners often set and forget, until a claim happens. While rates have trended down in many states over the past several years, understanding how to manage a claim can still make a major difference […]

Quick answer: The most common manufacturing insurance gaps involve outdated property values, product liability exclusions, equipment breakdown, unaddressed cyber risks, and business interruption limits that do not match actual recovery timelines. Even manufacturers with strong insurance programs can develop coverage gaps if policies are not reviewed regularly. Below is a detailed breakdown of each gap, […]

What Great Employee Benefits Management Actually Looks Like Employee benefits are an important part of attracting and retaining employees, but simply offering a competitive benefits package isn’t enough. Great employee benefits management means helping employers choose, communicate, administer and continuously improve their benefits strategy. For business owners and HR leaders, the right benefits partner can […]

Waverly, Iowa, August 17 – The Accel Group has once again been recognized as a Best Practices Agency for 2026, earning a place among an exclusive group of independent insurance agencies nationwide.  The Best Practices Agency designation is awarded to participants in the Best Practices Study, a comprehensive analysis of the business operations and performance […]

When business leaders think about attracting and retaining top talent, the conversation almost always defaults to three things: higher pay, remote work flexibility, or better benefits. While those factors are critical foundational blocks, the reality of the modern workforce has become infinitely more nuanced. If you are running a business and wondering why employee engagement […]

The Hidden Risks in Your Property Portfolio (And How to Fix Them)   In the most recent episode of our podcast, Kate Rahfeldt and Dustin Toner, Accel’s real estate insurance experts, break down the hidden risks many property investors overlook and what to do about them. From shifting market conditions to structural gaps in coverage, […]