State Auto honored for workforce development programs

DeVryWORKS, the workforce solutions group within DeVry University, honored State Auto Insurance with its 2018 Teach Partner Award.

The award recognizes employer partners who exemplify the university's Teach values (teamwork, energy, accountability, community and heart) by supporting their employees with professional development opportunities.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, State Auto was founded in 1921 and is now a nearly $2 billion company selling personal and business insurance products in 33 states. Energy and accountability have a unique focus at State Auto. Its coaching programs have replaced the annual performance appraisals and its training sessions are designed to instill confidence, integrity, professionalism and a personal power base centered on honesty, fairness and openness.

"At State Auto, we believe in bringing together all parts of the organization, breaking out of silos, and giving all associates a voice," said Mike LaRocco, State Auto president and CEO. "We're striving to become a truly transformative organization. To do that, we have to change the way we communicate with one another, and that begins with coaching in a culture where everyone is treated as professionals, with respect and trust."

DeVryWORKS consults with companies to build custom talent solutions capable of solving real business challenges. This service offers strategic guidance and support to help companies execute around talent acquisition, talent development and skills-gap training.