Portland, ME – The MEMIC Group, the third-largest multi-state workers’ compensation specialist in the United States, welcomes Heather Gagnon as Vice President, Finance & Assistant Treasurer. In this newly established role, Gagnon will oversee financial accounting and reporting, financial operations, and financial planning for The MEMIC Group.

Gagnon brings more than 21 years of experience in insurance, financial reporting, and risk management. She began her career at Crowe LLP, a public accounting and consulting firm, advancing from Audit Staff to Senior Manager and later serving as a Consulting Managing Director.

“We are thrilled to have Heather join the team,” said Eileen Fongemie, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. “Her years of insurance and leadership experience will enhance and strengthen our growing organization.”

Gagnon holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has been recognized as a Top 25 Insurance Consultant from 2023 to 2025 and was honored with the Insurance Accounting & Systems Association (IASA) National Volunteer of the Year Award in 2026. She also served as committee chair for the IASA, reflecting her commitment to industry leadership and collaboration.

“I was drawn to MEMIC because of its strong culture, purpose-driven mission, and commitment to its employees and policyholders,” said Gagnon. “I look forward to applying my experience in insurance, finance, leadership, risk management, and organizational transformation to help advance MEMIC’s strategic priorities and drive long-term value for our policyholders, employees, and business partners. Success is built through strong relationships and collaboration, and I am excited to work alongside talented colleagues across the organization as we continue to grow and evolve.”

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About The MEMIC Group

The MEMIC Group includes MEMIC Indemnity Company, MEMIC Casualty Company, and its parent company, Maine Employers’ Mutual Insurance Company. All companies are rated “A” (Excellent) by A.M. Best for financial strength and stability.

MEMIC is licensed to write workers’ compensation coverage across all 50 states. We partner with more than 22,000 employers and support approximately 1 million of their employees through proactive safety services and compassionate injury management. Our teams are committed to helping workplaces thrive, from Maine to Florida and beyond.

In January 2026, The MEMIC Group acquired The Dakota Group® including Risk Administration Services Inc. Go to the full press release to learn more.

For more information, visit www.memic.com.