Shepherd Insurance Earns 2026 Central Indiana Top Workplaces Award
CARMEL, Indiana – Shepherd Insurance is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Central Indiana Top Workplaces by IndyStar, ranking top 3 among all large companies, an honor that reflects the voices and experiences of our Indiana-based team members.
This award recognizes organizations across Central Indiana that foster strong workplace cultures, based entirely on employee feedback gathered through an independent survey administered by Energage. Employees shared insights on factors such as leadership, communication, alignment, and feeling valued, making this recognition especially meaningful.
Being named a Top Workplace in Central Indiana highlights Shepherd’s deep roots in the region and our ongoing commitment to creating an environment where people feel supported, connected, and empowered to do meaningful work.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
According to Shepherd Insurance CEO Quinn Shepherd, local recognition carries unique significance.
“Central Indiana is home to so many of our team members, clients, and community partners,” said Quinn Shepherd, CEO at Shepherd Insurance. “Earning this recognition locally tells us that our people feel heard, supported, and proud of the work they do every day. That’s something we never take for granted.”
At the 2026 IndyStar awards ceremony, Quinn Shepherd was also honored with the Leadership Award in the Large Company category, further underscoring the strong people-first culture across the organization.
Shepherd Insurance has long invested in a people-first culture through opportunities for professional growth, cross-team collaboration, and a strong emphasis on community involvement. This Central Indiana recognition reflects the everyday experiences of employees who bring those values to life.
Learn More About Our National Recognition
In addition to this local honor, Shepherd Insurance has also been recognized as a 2026 National Top Workplace by USA Today.
Read more about our 2026 National Top Workplaces recognition here.
Shepherd Insurance is grateful to our team members whose feedback made this recognition possible and who continue to shape a workplace culture we are proud of.
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About Shepherd Insurance
Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, Shepherd Insurance is among the Top 50 largest independent insurance agencies in the United States, offering customized insurance solutions, including commercial and personal insurance, employee benefits, risk management, and financial services to clients nationwide. Privately held, Shepherd employs more than 650 professionals across 45 offices in 6 states and is consistently recognized as a Top Workplace, nationally and locally, for its people-centered culture.
To learn more, visit shepherdins.com and follow Shepherd Insurance on social media.
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About Energage
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Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 20 years of culture research and the results from 30 million employees surveyed across more than 80,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.
