Evan Dowd, vice president, assistant treasurer and partner at The Dowd Agencies, the oldest insurance agency in New England under continuous family ownership, has been named the recipient of the James O. Herrick Memorial Young Agent of the Year Award by the Massachusetts Association of Insurance Agents (MAIA).
Dowd received the award last week during MAIA’s annual convention at the Sheraton Boston Hotel. Presented annually, the award recognizes an insurance professional under the age of 40 who demonstrates outstanding leadership and commitment to the insurance industry and community.
An active member of MAIA’s Young Agents Committee, Dowd has helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for Make-A-Wish and participated in numerous school and community events to encourage young people to explore careers in the insurance industry. The committee brings together emerging insurance professionals to build industry knowledge, develop leadership skills and support the independent agency system.
“Evan exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding young insurance professional. He is deeply committed to the industry, brings impressive business knowledge and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to integrity and professionalism,” said Heather Kramer, vice president and COO of MAIA. “He is truly a role model for what a young agent should be.”
The award honors James O. Herrick, a respected Massachusetts insurance professional who served on MAIA’s Young Agents Committee and Board of Directors. Herrick, who was vice president of personal lines at Berkshire Insurance Group in Pittsfield, was known for his industry expertise, integrity and community service.
Part of the fifth generation of the Dowd family working at the agency, Dowd joined The Dowd Agencies in fall 2019 as an account executive. Previously, he worked with two leading regional insurance companies in Boston, gaining experience in sales, claims adjustment, underwriting and other aspects of the business.
“I’m honored to receive this recognition from MAIA and grateful for the opportunity to be involved with its Young Agents Committee,” said Dowd. “It’s been a great way to build relationships with fellow insurance professionals and contribute to an industry that has been part of my family’s history for generations. I look forward to continuing to support MAIA and the next generation of independent insurance professionals.”
A 2013 graduate of Bates College, Dowd is a licensed Property and Casualty Insurance Producer.
Pictured: (L-R) Evan Dowd, MAIA Young Agent of the Year recipient; Richard Green, Chairman of the MAIA Board of Directors; John Dowd, President and CEO of The Dowd Agencies; Nick Fyntrilakis, President and CEO of MAIA.