State Auto Financial Corporation Revenue and Competitors

Convinced that insurance rates were unreasonably high and that claims settlements were handled poorly by many insurance companies, Robert Pein founded State Automobile Insurance Company in 1921 to tackle inequities in the industry. With three employees and a rented room in downtown Columbus, Ohio, Pein started what was once the largest auto casualty insurer in the state. From the beginning, State Auto has advocated the independent agency system as the best method of serving the needs of policyholders. As hometown neighbors, local agents can provide personal, professional and efficient service, which was Pein\'s overriding commitment in founding the company. Today, State Auto writes business in 26 states from Michigan to Florida and from Utah to Virginia through more than 3,400 independent agencies. Our 2,000-plus employees work out of the corporate headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, eight regional and branch offices, and numerous claim service offices throughout our operating territory.