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Doylestown, Pennsylvania
October 26, 2005
Polestar Performance Programs Inc. (www.goPolestar.com), the nationally recognized leader in performance development and consulting services for the insurance industry today announced the appointment of Walter J. Gdowski, President and CEO of The Rough Notes Company, to the Polestar Advisory Board.
In a joint announcement, Scott M. Primiano, Founder of Polestar, and Helen K. Kasper, President of Polestar, cited Walt's list of accomplishments and leadership within the insurance industry. Said Primiano, "We are honored to have Walt as our friend, advisor, and mentor. He is an extraordinary leader, an industry visionary, and the perfect complement to our board." "I am honored to be part of the Polestar Advisory Board. Polestar is a company after my own heart," said Gdowski. "Their focus is on broadening the expertise of the insurance professional, which is part of The Rough Notes Company mission. Each month Rough Notes Magazine features agencies that have an ongoing commitment to education for their entire agency staff. Education is always part of their success story."
Walter J. Gdowski has been president and CEO of the Rough Notes Company since 1988. Prior to taking over leadership of the organization, he served as a regional sales representative, national sales manager, and vice president of sales and marketing for the company. He purchased The Rough Notes Company in 1994.
Early in his presidency, Walt concentrated resources on reformatting Rough Notes Magazine, which has served the independent property and casualty insurance agent and broker market since 1878. In 1995, Rough Notes Magazine became the first industry publication to appear in its entirety on the Internet. This year, the magazine celebrates its 127th anniversary.
In 2000, Walt established The Rough Notes Company Community Service Award to honor those agents who volunteer their time, efforts, and financial resources to benefit others. The company donates up to six cash gifts to the charities the winning agents' efforts support.
Walt was honored by the Insurance Marketing Communication Association in 2001 for his 25 year commitment to supporting the independent agency systems when he was presented the organization's prestigious Golden Torch Award. He is a private pilot and has the distinction of getting his license at the age of 52 in a 1941 Stearman bi-plane, which he flies to air shows around the Midwest.
Polestar Performance Programs Inc. (www.goPolestar.com) is the nationally recognized leader in performance development and consulting services for the insurance industry. Their diverse client list includes large and small agencies, regional and national carriers, and a host of associations and affinity groups. Polestar was founded in 1992 by Scott M. Primiano.
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