At Keystone, we reinforce the autonomy of independent agencies and foster growth for the good of the whole. We develop partnerships based on shared goals, reciprocity, and mutual interests.

David Boedker

President & Chief Executive Officer

David has led Keystone as President and CEO since 1987, when Keystone was in its infancy. Since that time, he has grown the organization from 16 co-op agencies to a franchisor model that is quickly expanding throughout the United States. David serves as the Executive Vice Chairman for Keystone Agency Partners and is as a member of their Board of Directors. He is the Director and Vice Chair of the Keystone National Insurance Company Board of Directors. He is also a board member of Veruna.

Mike Azar

Chief Financial Officer

Mike joined Keystone in 2000, beginning as our Chief Operations Officer. He became our Chief Financial Officer in 2005, leading all accounting and corporate governance including strategic planning.

Joe Joyce

Chief Operating Officer

Joe Joyce joined Keystone in 2000 and has been Chief Operating Officer since February 0f 2024. He served as the Executive Vice President of Property & Casualty beginning in 2008; and in 2019, assumed oversight of the company’s Franchise Sales division. Joe was the Vice President of Keystone’s Specialty Programs from February 2000 to July 2008. In addition, Joe was a member of the Board of Directors of Keystone National Insurance Company (KNIC) and is the former Chairman of the Agency Management Committee of KNIC. From 1999 to 2000, he was Vice President of Commercial Underwriting for W.R. Berkley Mid-Atlantic Group, Richmond, VA. From 1982 to 1999, Joe held various marketing and underwriting positions for Ohio Casualty Group in Glendale, CA; North Hollywood, CA; Long Beach, CA; and Philadelphia, PA; including Branch Manager of Harrisburg, PA and Agency Operations Manager of PA and CT.

Beth Bedisky

Chief Development Officer

As the Chief Development Officer, Beth is focused on driving strategic development initiatives and optimizing operational efficiencies for the organization. She oversees aspects of corporate operations, growth, and productivity, leveraging expertise in client services, human resources, and marketing. Beth led the company through its first rebranding initiative in 2014. She started with Keystone in 2000 and has served several roles throughout the company’s evolution including IT and Salesforce Administrator.

Michelle Bicknell

Regional President | Mid-South

Michele joined Keystone in 2011 as the Tennessee State Vice President, moving to Regional Vice President of the Mid-South Region in 2018, and then Regional President for the Mid-South Region in the fall of 2023. In this role, Michele facilitates organic growth among our partner and carrier relationships, assisting in strategic planning, product development, and new business sales. She also oversees the State VPs in this region. Michele joined the Executive Leadership Team in October 2023.

Mike Lukart

Executive VP | Risk Management

As the Executive Vice President of Risk Management at Keystone Insurers Group, Mike is at the forefront of crafting and executing the overarching strategy for the Risk Management division. With a wealth of experience in Risk Management across a spectrum of organizations, ranging from small local businesses to multinational corporations, Mike brings a nuanced understanding of the intricacies involved in mitigating risks effectively.

 

 

Bob Mazey

Executive VP | Field Operations

Bob is the Executive Vice President of Field Operations at Keystone. He leads the regional and state vice president teams in addition to Keystone’s Carrier Relations. He assists in contract management on a national basis.

Prior to joining Keystone, Bob was the founder and CEO of the New Jersey Agents Alliance, a “best in class” group of 22 Independent Insurance Agencies managing over $300+ million in DWP, after a successful career as an independent agency principal growing his family agency 21 times in 21 years.

Tony Rhodes

Executive VP | Property & Casualty

Tony is the Executive Vice President of Property & Casualty to assist in the development of new opportunities and strategize methods to accommodate growth in all commercial endeavors with Keystone.

Prior to joining Keystone, Tony was the Branch Vice President of CNA Insurance where he was responsible for providing overall management and underwriting resources for the Baltimore, Washington DC, and Richmond Branches.

Bob Scullin

Chief Business Officer

As Chief Business Officer, Bob is responsible for shaping the company’s technology and information strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Bob oversees Information Technology, business technology information, and data and analytics. Bob joined Keystone in 2009 after working for several years as an independent consultant. In 2016, he took on the role of Chairman, then CEO of Veruna, until new leadership was assumed.

Dawnyel Smink

Regional President | Western Region

Dawnyel joined Keystone’s executive team in October 2023 when Keystone acquired the CLI Select Agencies network. She serves as the Regional President for the Western Region. In this role, Dawnyel facilitates organic growth among our partner and carrier relationships, assisting in strategic planning, product development, and new business sales. She also oversees the State VPs in this region.

 

Neal Williams

Regional President | Great Lakes

In this role, Neal facilitates organic growth among our partner and carrier relationships, assisting in strategic planning, product development, and new business sales. He also oversees the other state VPs in this region. Neal joined the Executive Leadership Team in October 2023.