Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Insurance Partner in Lynchburg, VA
Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia since 1964, The Mid-State Group has built a legacy of delivering innovative growth, risk management, and cost containment strategies for businesses, organizations, families, and individuals. As a family-owned, independent umbrella of service companiesincluding Mid-State Insurance, Mid-State HR, Mid-State Safety, Mid-State Wellness, and Mid-State Financial Serviceswe provide comprehensive insurance solutions and Beyond Insurance services throughout Virginia.Our approach combines decades of industry experience with a commitment to education and strategies that position clients for growth, treating customers like family while protecting what matters most in business and life. We specialize in commercial insurance, employee benefits, risk management, cyber compliance, and personal insurance, serving Lynchburg, Amherst, Charlottesville, Bedford, Roanoke, and surrounding areas.
Services
Business Insurance
Employee Benefits
Risk Management
Cyber Compliance
Personal Insurance
Workers Compensation
Group Benefits
Commercial Umbrella
Flood Insurance
Data Security Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of experience in insurance and risk management since 1964.
- Our personalized service treats clients like family with tailored insurance solutions.
- We provide comprehensive coverage across commercial, personal, and employee benefits.
- Our proprietary Mid-State GPS process reduces costs and enhances workplace safety.
- We serve Virginia communities with local expertise in Lynchburg, Roanoke, and beyond.
Services
Business Insurance
We provide tailored business insurance solutions protecting companies against risks like property damage, liability claims, and operational disruptions. Our offerings include business owners policies, general liability, workers compensation, and specialized coverage for industries such as manufacturing, contracting, and healthcare. Clients benefit from customized plans that safeguard assets and ensure continuity during unforeseen events.
Employee Benefits
Our employee benefits programs help businesses attract and retain talent through competitive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans. We also offer voluntary benefits and compliance support, ensuring employers meet regulatory requirements while enhancing employee satisfaction and financial security across Virginia.
Risk Management
The proprietary Mid-State GPS process identifies and mitigates business risks through five core disciplines: HR, wellness, safety, finance, and leadership. This systematic approach reduces costs, increases profitability, and fosters safer workplaces by addressing predictable claims and enhancing organizational performance.
Cyber Compliance
Our Compliance GPS platform helps businesses achieve and maintain data security standards like HIPAA, GDPR, and CMMC. We provide automated assessments, documentation management, and ongoing support to protect sensitive information, prevent breaches, and ensure regulatory compliance for Virginia-based organizations.
Personal Insurance
We offer comprehensive personal insurance products including home, auto, flood, umbrella, and specialty coverage for classic cars and valuable possessions. Our advisors help individuals and families protect their assets, lifestyles, and financial futures with customized policies tailored to unique needs.
People
John Basten
President and Chief Growth Strategist
With decades of leadership experience, John Basten drives strategic growth initiatives at The Mid-State Group, leveraging his deep understanding of insurance and risk management to expand services and client relationships across Virginia.
Kimberly Helbling
Director of Benefits
Kimberly Helbling leads the benefits division, specializing in designing employee benefit programs that enhance workforce satisfaction while ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness for employers throughout central Virginia.
Nancy Tsoleas
Middle Market Account Executive
Nancy Tsoleas manages commercial insurance accounts, combining industry expertise with personalized service to protect businesses against risks while maintaining strong client relationships in Virginia's evolving market.
Questions
What types of insurance does The Mid-State Group offer?
We provide business insurance, employee benefits, risk management, cyber compliance, personal insurance, workers compensation, and specialized coverage for industries like healthcare and manufacturing.
How is The Mid-State Group different from other agencies?
We combine over 60 years of experience with a family-owned approach, offering personalized solutions, proprietary risk management processes, and a focus on long-term client relationships.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Lynchburg, Amherst, Charlottesville, Bedford, Roanoke, and surrounding areas in Virginia.
What is the Beyond Insurance philosophy?
Our Beyond Insurance approach focuses on proactive risk management, wellness, safety, and education to protect clients comprehensively rather than relying solely on insurance policies.
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